Frind Estate Winery
Highlights:
North America's only beachfront winery — with a private beach, boat dock, and Okanagan lakefront access
Canada's most-visited winery with 10,000+ guests annually
Set on the historic Bennett property — once home to former BC Premier Bill Bennett
400+ acres of estate vineyards across West Kelowna, Rutland, Oliver, and Osoyoos — including BC's largest contiguous vineyard
Annie's Beach Café — artisan coffee, freshly baked pastries, wood-fired pizza, and lakeside dining
Unique Dome Dining experience — intimate private domes with multi-course wine pairing menus
Standard tasting flight — any 5 wines for $10, or elevated tasting with deluxe charcuterie for $50
One of the most technologically advanced wineries in the world
Family, dog, and group friendly — open daily year-round
Wine club with complimentary tastings for members and up to five guests
The Vibe
Frind Estate Winery is unlike anything else on the Westside Wine Trail — or anywhere in North America, for that matter. A long, tree-lined driveway leads you onto the historic Bennett property, once home to former BC Premier Bill Bennett, where a beautifully landscaped lakefront estate unfolds before you. The tasting room is bright, airy, and modern, with clean lines and an easy, welcoming energy. Out back, picnic tables stretch across a manicured lawn all the way to the water's edge, where guests sip wine on a private beach with the mountains of Kelowna reflected in the lake. Whether you're here for a casual afternoon or a special occasion Dome Dining experience, Frind has a way of making every visit feel effortlessly memorable.
The Experience
The sheer variety of ways to enjoy Frind is part of what makes it so popular. A standard tasting of any five wines costs just $10, making it one of the most accessible on the trail, while the elevated tasting with deluxe charcuterie steps it up beautifully for $50. Annie's Beach Café is a destination in itself — dream-worthy pastries, wood-fired pizzas, artisan coffee, and casual bites served indoors or on the beach patio. For something truly special, the Dome Dining experience seats groups of four to six in private climate-controlled domes on the lakefront, with a set multi-course menu paired course by course with Frind wines — one of the most unique dining experiences in the entire Okanagan. The winery also offers guided tours of its cutting-edge production facility, giving wine lovers a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at how technology and farming intersect here.
The Wine
Founded by tech entrepreneur Markus Frind — who sold Plenty of Fish before turning to his true passion of farming — Frind Estate draws on over 400 acres of estate vineyards spread across four growing areas, including BC's largest contiguous vineyard. The portfolio is broad and approachable, led by Pinot Noir, Merlot, Chardonnay, Viognier, and the popular Frindzante sparkling wine. Chief winemaker Corrie, formerly of Mission Hill, brings serious credentials and a global perspective to the cellar, crafting wines that balance everyday drinkability with genuine Okanagan character. The flagship Big Red blend and the luscious Viognier Dessert Wine are standout bottles worth seeking out.
Good to Know
Best for: Groups, families, casual visitors, special occasion dining, first-time wine country visitors
Don't miss: Annie's Beach Café pastries, a seat on the beach lawn, and the Dome Dining experience if you can snag a reservation
Signature wines: Pinot Noir Cuvée, Viognier Dessert Wine, Frindzante Sparkling, Big Red Blend
Reservations: Walk-ins welcome for tastings and café — Dome Dining requires advance booking and sells out quickly
Tasting fee: $10 for any 5 wines — one of the best value tastings on the Westside Wine Trail
Hours: Open daily, closed Mondays and Tuesdays in winter — confirm seasonal hours before visiting
