Beaumont Family Estate Winery
Highlights:
100% certified organic since 1995 — one of the Okanagan's longest-standing organic wine producers
Four-generation Lubchynski family estate — 36 acres across three vineyards in West Kelowna's Lakeview Heights district
Intimate, character-filled tasting room known for impromptu live music performances by owner Alex — "Alexander the Grape"
Tasting fee of $10 per person donated entirely to a local hospital — the only winery on the trail to do so
Globally trained winemaker Alana — harvests completed in Australia, New Zealand, and Europe
Estate varietals including Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc, Gewürztraminer, and Gamay
Spritz and Giggles sparkling wine — a crowd favourite and perennial sell-out
The Beaumont Social Wine Club — a community of wine, food, arts, and sustainable living enthusiasts
Locally made artisan products available in the tasting room
Dog friendly with a hitch and water bowl outside — pets not permitted inside the wine shop
The Vibe
Beaumont is one of those rare wineries that earns five-star reviews not just for the wine, but for the people. Alberta natives Alex and Louise Lubchynski moved to the Okanagan in 1990 and began growing grapes organically in the mid-1990s — a philosophy of stewardship and sustainability that has defined the estate ever since. The tasting room is cozy, unpretentious, and full of personality — visitors frequently describe being stopped in their tracks by the sound of Alex playing guitar and singing Elvis covers behind the tasting bar. Known affectionately as "Alexander the Grape," Alex has become something of a legend on the Westside Wine Trail, turning what might otherwise be a standard tasting into a genuinely memorable afternoon. Guests consistently describe Beaumont as a hidden gem — a place that surprises, delights, and sends people home with armfuls of bottles and a story worth telling.
The Experience
Walk-in tastings at Beaumont are relaxed, generous, and infused with the family's infectious warmth from the first pour to the last. The $10 tasting fee — donated in full to a local hospital, making Beaumont the only winery on the trail to do so — sets the tone for a visit that feels as much about community as it does about wine. With any luck, Alex will be on hand with his guitar, turning the tasting room into a spontaneous concert that visitors rave about for years. Winemaker Alana, who has honed her craft across harvests in Australia, New Zealand, and Europe, is equally engaging when available — bringing a global perspective and genuine passion to every conversation about the wines. The tasting room also stocks a curated selection of locally made artisan products, making it a great spot to pick up something uniquely Okanagan to take home.
The Wine
Beaumont's philosophy is beautifully straightforward — guide the wine gently along its natural path, encouraging its own personality rather than imposing one. All 36 acres of estate vineyards are farmed using certified organic methods, producing grapes of exceptional character from rhyolite and andesite volcanic soils rich in mineral and organic matter. The portfolio is led by elegant, fruit-forward expressions of Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc, Gewürztraminer, and Gamay — all crafted with subtlety, finesse, and balance. The flagship Spritz and Giggles sparkling wine has developed a devoted following for its easy-drinking charm and consistently sells out before the season ends — pick up a case early if you can.
Good to Know
Best for: Couples, families, visitors seeking a genuinely personal and entertaining tasting experience, organic wine enthusiasts
Don't miss: The chance to catch Alex performing live in the tasting room — an experience that sets Beaumont apart from every other winery on the trail
Signature wines: Spritz and Giggles Sparkling, Pinot Noir, Gewürztraminer, Pinot Gris
Tasting fee: $10 per person — donated entirely to a local hospital
Dog friendly: Yes — hitch and water bowl provided outside, pets not permitted inside the wine shop
Heads up: Easy to drive past — watch carefully for the signage on Boucherie Road, and don't make the mistake of skipping it
