Bench Vineyards sits on thirty acres of waterfront property along the southern shore of Lake Okanagan, on the Naramata Bench. The tasting room commands one hundred eighty-degree views across the lake. The program draws fruit from both the Okanagan Valley and Similkameen Valley. The 2020 Bench 1775 Blanc de Blanc took Best Sparkling Wine of the Year and Double Gold at the 2024 All Canadian Wine Championships. The Whistler 2022 Sauvignon Blanc VQA Icewine earned Best Dessert Wine of the Year. Wine Club members receive a fifteen percent discount on selections delivered twice yearly, in spring and fall, with free shipping on twelve or more bottles within BC and Alberta.
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Yes, Bench Vineyards has a tasting room open to visitors. Walk-ins are welcome, though booking ahead is safest on busy weekends.
Bench Vineyards focuses on Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Merlot, and more. Signature bottles include 2023 Chardonnay, Whistler 2022 Sauvignon Blanc VQA Icewine, 2025 Pinot Gris, 2023 Pinot Noir, 2020 Bench 1775 Sauvignon Blanc, 2020 Bench 1775 Gewurztraminer, 2021 Bench 1775 Riesling, 2020 Bench 1775 Blanc de Blanc, 2021 Bench 1775 Glow Rosé, 2022 Blanc de Blanc Ancestral, 2021 Groove, 2021 Bench 1775 Viognier, 2022 Paradise Ranch Sauvignon Blanc Semillon Late Harvest, 2020 Bench 1775 Chill, 2020 Bench 1775 Syrah, 2020 Paradise Ranch Chardonnay Icewine. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
A tasting at Bench Vineyards costs CA$15 per person (from their website, September 6, 2026). Fees change with the season and the experience booked, so confirm the current price when you reserve.
Yes, Bench Vineyards has food available alongside tastings. Having food while tasting reduces the effect of alcohol and helps you taste more accurately. Worth taking advantage of when offered.
Yes, Bench Vineyards is family-friendly and welcomes children. Kid-friendly estates tend to have space to move and something non-alcoholic on hand. Weekday visits are calmer than weekends.
Bench Vineyards is in Beamsville, ON, in the Snake River Valley wine region. Phone: +1 250-490-4965. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.
Bench Vineyards offers: Wine Tasting and Wine Club. Seated or guided experiences typically include more context about the wines and the estate's approach. Worth booking if you want depth over breadth.
Monday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM | Tuesday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM | Wednesday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM | Thursday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM | Friday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM | Saturday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM | Sunday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM. Hours may vary seasonally. Confirm by phone or on their website before visiting.
Yes, Bench Vineyards has outdoor seating. Availability is weather-dependent. Call ahead to confirm, particularly outside summer months.
