Photo: Visit Penticton/Four Shadows Vineyards "Four seasons of fun" is an ongoing collaboration between Castanet and Visit Penticton showcasing what Penticton has to offer all year round. Watch for it every Monday morning. Discover some of the South Okanagan’s best picnic locations and soak up some summer sun.
On the Blue Bee Orchard in Naramata Bench you’ll find La Petite Abeille, a locally owned and operated cidery run by siblings Derek Brown and Kimberly Wish. “The Blue Bee Orchard has been a working orchard for many decades, with fruit trees dating back to 60 or 70 years old,” explained Wish. “The tasting room and adjoining picnic-area are set on a hillside overlooking Okanagan Lake as well as the other vineyards and orchards that surround the property.
” The cidery offers 12 ciders, originally having started at four after opening its doors in July 2020, and you can purchase a refreshing, cold cider to enjoy on the licensed patio space. Be sure to bring some nibbles to pair with your La Petite Abeille cider, as food isn’t offered on site. “We recommend making a reservation for a table, but do accept walk-in traffic as time and space allow,” said Wish.
“Many of our guests like to begin their visit to the cidery by touring our gardens, followed by an indoor tasting, and then moving outside to the semi-shaded patio where you can enjoy cider by the bottle while taking in the views.” And don’t miss the full, self-serve farmgate at the bottom of the prope.
