Hugging Tree Winery

Why it stands out

Hugging Tree Winery is a boutique Similkameen Valley estate run by the Makepeace family. After decades of community service and many moves, Walter and Cristine Makepeace settled on a 60-acre property in 2005, and the family gradually turned it into a winery rooted in land, vines, and connection.

What to expect on a visit

The winery's story is personal and farm-based, with family members involved in winemaking, viticulture, farming, and operations. Hugging Tree uses organic practices in the vineyard and keeps the experience tied to the rugged Similkameen landscape, family hospitality, and small-production wines.

Tour planning notes

Hugging Tree is best for Similkameen routes where guests are open to a more rural, landscape-driven day. It is a strong fit for people who like family estate wineries, mountain-valley scenery, and a quieter pace than the busy lakefront Okanagan corridors.