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Hillside Cellars Winery

1350 Naramata Rd Penticton BC V2A 8T6 · Tasting Room - Food Service

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Details

Google rating
4.5 / 5 (8)

Opening hours

  • Friday12–5 PM
  • MondayClosed
  • Saturday12–5 PM
  • Sunday12–5 PM
  • Thursday12–5 PM
  • TuesdayClosed
  • Wednesday12–5 PM

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Inspection summary

Hillside Cellars Winery has been inspected 7 times by Interior Health Authority since March 9, 2016. The most recent inspection, on August 12, 2026, found no infractions.

5 of 7 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there was 1 inspection with 0 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Handwashing and staff hygiene.

The last 5 inspections in a row found no infractions. Recent inspections have recorded fewer infractions than earlier ones, so the record is improving.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their violations differently, so we group them by what they mean for food safety. Higher-risk findings are the ones inspectors treat as critical, because they can directly make someone sick.

  • Handwashing and staff hygieneHigher risk

    Hands are the main way germs like norovirus move from people to food. Inspectors look for stocked, accessible handwashing sinks, staff washing hands when required, hair restraints, and sick employees being kept away from food. Gaps here can spread illness quickly.

    Recorded once on November 15, 2016. For example: 5 - Are there handwashing stations available and properly supplied?

  • Permits, records and postingLower risk

    Operating permits, required signage, written procedures and logs. These findings are administrative: the documentation was missing or out of date at the time of inspection.

    Recorded 2 times on March 9, 2016. For example: 17 - Are written food handling procedures (Food Safety Plan) current and available on site?

About this data

These results come from Interior Health Authority, which inspects food premises and other public facilities in this area. We republish the authority's public disclosure data and refresh it regularly; the official record is the final word.

7 inspections

  1. Monitoring

    0 infractions

  2. Monitoring

    0 infractions

  3. Monitoring

    0 infractions

  4. Monitoring

    0 infractions

  5. Monitoring

    0 infractions

  6. Monitoring

    1 infraction

    • F3.5 - Are there handwashing stations available and properly supplied?
      • Observation(s): One handsink requires handsoap. It either must be a permanently mounted unit or a disposable unit located on a permanent holder with signage stating such, and replacement units need to be available.
  7. Monitoring

    2 infractions

    • 17 - Are written food handling procedures (Food Safety Plan) current and available on site?
      • Observation(s): A food safety plan (specific to winemaking process) that meets the requirements of Ministry of Health must be written and sent to EHO for review. Templates included in email.
    • 18 - Are the sanitation procedures (Sanitation Plan) current and available on site?
      • Observation(s): A sanitation plan that meets the requirements of Ministry of Health must be written and sent to EHO for review. Templates included in email.

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Reviews

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  • Jacob Martin

    We had an incredible wine tasting experience at Hillside Winery. Ben was an absolutely phenomenal host. His energy was contagious, he was incredibly knowledgeable about every wine, and he made the entire tasting both informative and a lot of fun. He struck the perfect balance between sharing the stories behind the wines and keeping the experience relaxed and engaging. The wines were excellent, the atmosphere was beautiful, and Ben’s enthusiasm made the visit one to remember. If you’re planning a wine tasting in the area, I highly recommend stopping by Hillside Winery and, if you’re lucky, having Ben as your host.

  • Bianca Servando

    Diane did our wine tasting and we had a blast! She was wonderful to chat with and showed us some really nice spots in the winery to take photos. The winery itself is at a very lovely location and the vibes were immaculate. Our family had a great time here and we ended up leaving with 2 bottles!

  • Mel

    ​I visited Hillside for a Heritage tour today, and even though a system glitch meant my booking didn’t show up, Lesley and Eri completely saved the day. They are both absolute angels! ​Leslie made me feel so incredibly welcome, like an old friend I'd known forever, and she immediately accommodated me and gave me a tasting on the house. As soon as Eri had a free minute, he went completely above and beyond by executing a tasting for me and taking me on a tour of the stunning property. He is so knowledgeable, genuinely nice, and engaging—honestly, it felt like we could have all just been friends hanging out. He even recommended Elma for dinner, which is where I'm sitting right now writing this! ​I love that Hillside isn't some mass-producing factory. They are true pioneers and masters of their craft who have worked with the same people for years, and you can feel that soul the second you walk in. I walked out with a bottle of their Muscat (highly recommend!) and a heart full of gratitude. Do not miss this beautiful place!

  • Martine Filion

    Visiting from Montréal, Québec, I had a wonderful tasting experience at Hillside Winery. A special thank you to Eri. He was friendly, knowledgeable, genuinely passionate about the wines, and took the time to answer all of our questions. What really stood out was the entire team. Everyone was genuinely kind, welcoming, and down-to-earth—there wasn’t a hint of pretentiousness. The atmosphere was so inviting that my friend, who lives in the area, became a member because she can’t wait to come back and share the experience with friends. As a salon owner and stylist in Montréal who loves to travel, clients often ask me for recommendations. Hillside Winery will absolutely be one of my top recommendations. Of all the wineries I visited on the Naramata Bench, this one stood out—not just because of the wine, but because of the people. Martine Filion Salon Intemporel

  • Joss Cosh

    A great piece to stop in for a lunch, a quick glass of wine, or a tasting. Tim Turla was so fun to have serving us and sharing the knowledge of Hillside wines and vineyards.

  • Jacob Martin

    We had an incredible wine tasting experience at Hillside Winery. Ben was an absolutely phenomenal host. His energy was contagious, he was incredibly knowledgeable about every wine, and he made the entire tasting both informative and a lot …

  • Bianca Servando

    Diane did our wine tasting and we had a blast! She was wonderful to chat with and showed us some really nice spots in the winery to take photos. The winery itself is at a very lovely location and the vibes were immaculate. Our family had a great time here and we ended up leaving with 2 bottles!

  • Mel

    ​I visited Hillside for a Heritage tour today, and even though a system glitch meant my booking didn’t show up, Lesley and Eri completely saved the day. They are both absolute angels! …

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