John Oliver Selection

A collection defined by ambition and place

The John Oliver Collection is crafted from two of the South Okanagan’s most distinctive benches — elevated, ancient river terraces defined by their soils, exposure, and drainage.These are hard-working sites. Black Sage Bench delivers power and intensity; Golden Mile Bench brings structure and restraint.

Together, these benches shape how vines struggle, ripen, and express their character. It is this tension between bold fruit, minerality, and natural acidity that defines these wines.

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From Hard-Working Ground

The John Oliver Collection is defined by the geological tension between two of the South Okanagan’s most iconic landforms: the Black Sage and Golden Mile Benches.

Black Sage Bench

The Black Sage Bench was formed by successive ancient river and lake terrace periods, as well as a large flooding event that deposited massive boulders at the northern end of the bench, tapering to smaller stones as you move south. These fast-draining, sandy soils force the vines to struggle and dig deep. This struggle results in lower yields and concentrated fruit, producing the bold, powerful red wines that serve as the collection's backbone.

Golden Mile Bench

Directly across the valley, the story is completely different. The Golden Mile was formed as glaciers retreated up Mount Kobau, causing rock and mineral material to fall and settle into the soils below. This unique mix of glacial deposits yields wines with much more restraint. It’s where we get that stony minerality, firm tannin structure, and vibrant acidity that perfectly balances the heat of the South Okanagan.

John Oliver

We named these wines for John Oliver, a man whose determination really defined the agricultural spirit of this region. He believed in hard work and a deep connection to the land, which is exactly how we approach our vineyards today. Our goal is simple: to produce wines that truly reflect the terroir they’re sourced from. The result is a collection that is complex, age-worthy, and — above all else — honest to where it came from.

Every element in balance

Precision matters here. Nothing is forced, nothing competes. Each element is carefully brought into balance, resulting in composed wines that are age-worthy, collectible, and confidently themselves. This collection is a direct result of what can happen when two distinct benches in Oliver are handled with care, respect, and a clear sense of purpose.

Experience the John Oliver Selection

Cave Experience

$65 per person

This is our time capsule. An exclusive tasting and vineyard tour that celebrates the people, seasons, and stories behind Road 13. Taste our premium John Oliver Selection wines, spotlighted on HBO’s Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, alongside artisanal breads and olive oils. Step back in time as you explore where it all began.

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