Rooted in Tradition, Inspired by Discovery
Where Heritage Inspires Innovation
Founded in 1972 by George and Trudy Heiss, Gray Monk Estate Winery blends a passion for European winemaking traditions with the unique terroir of Lake Country, BC
The First to Plant Pinot Gris in BC – Shaping a Wine Legacy
As true pioneers, Gray Monk introduced Pinot Gris to British Columbia, laying the foundation for the Okanagan as a world-class winemaking region. Today, we carry this heritage forward, crafting award-winning wines that celebrate the region’s unique character.
Winery Experience
Explore our vineyard with tastings, tours, and events that capture the essence of Gray Monk.
Our Wines
Discover wines crafted with passion, embodying the unique character of the Okanagan.
MEET THE TEAM
Discover the passionate individuals shaping the heart and soul of Gray Monk.
Crafted by Passionate Hands
At Gray Monk, our team is made up of people who love what they do. From caring for the vines to perfecting each vintage, everyone shares a commitment to making wines that reflect our history and the character of Lake Country. Every bottle is a story of passion, tradition, and community.
Meet the Team
Accolades
At Gray Monk Estate Winery, we’re proud to craft wines that not only celebrate the beauty of the Okanagan but have also earned recognition on the world stage.
Gray Monk Estate
Pinot Gris
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2023 Silver
WineAlign
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2021 Silver
Sip Magazine Best of the Northwest
Gray Monk Odyssey
Merlot
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2024 Silver
WineAlign
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2023 Gold
WineAlign
Gray Monk Odyssey
Chardonnay
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2024 Gold
WineAlign
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2024 Silver
International Wine & Spirit Competition
Gray Monk Estate
Unwooded Chardonnay
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2023 Silver
WineAlign
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2022 Platinum
Sip Magazine Best of the Northwest
Our Awards
From prestigious awards to glowing reviews, our accolades reflect our passion for winemaking and dedication to excellence. Each honour inspires us to continue pushing boundaries while staying true to our roots.
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Estate Wines
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Latitude 50 Wines
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Odyssey Wines
III Port
Intervin International
Silver
2018
Cabernet Sauvignon
WineAlign
Silver
2023
Okanagan Festival – BC Lieutenant Governors Awards
Gold
2021
Intervin International
Gold
2018
Okanagan Festival – BC Lieutenant Governors Awards
Silver
2018
Meritage
Decanter World Wine Awards
Silver
2024
Okanagan Festival – BC Lieutenant Governors Awards
Gold
2023
Best of the Northwest Wine – SIP
Double Gold
2022
WineAlign
Gold
2022
All Canadian Wine Championships
Gold
2021
Okanagan Festival – BC Lieutenant Governors Awards
Silver
2018
Cabernet Franc
Decanter World Wine Awards
Silver
2024
WineAlign
Silver
2021
Merlot
WineAlign
Silver
2024
WineAlign
Gold
2023
Decanter World Wine Awards
Silver
2023
WineAlign
Silver
2022
WineAlign
Silver
2021
Okanagan Festival – BC Lieutenant Governors Awards
Silver
2021
Okanagan Festival – BC Lieutenant Governors Awards
Silver
2020
Okanagan Spring Festival – Best of Varietal Awards
Best of Varietal
2018
Okanagan Spring Festival – Best of Varietal Awards
Gold
2018
Okanagan Festival – BC Lieutenant Governors Awards
Gold
2018
Pinot Noir
Decanter World Wine Awards
Silver
2024
Chardonnay
WineAlign
Gold
2024
International Wine & Spirit Competition
Silver
2024
Okanagan Festival – BC Lieutenant Governors Awards
Silver
2023
Pinot Gris
GFWC
Trophy
2022
WineAlign
Gold
2022
All Canadian Wine Championships
Silver
2021
Decanter World Wine Awards
Silver
2020
Traditional Brut Sparkling
Alberta Beverage Awards
Best of Class
2024
Decanter World Wine Awards
Silver
2024
Okanagan Festival – BC Lieutenant Governors Awards
Gold
2023
Best of the Northwest Wine – SIP
Double Gold
2022
WineAlign
Silver
2021
Okanagan Festival – BC Lieutenant Governors Awards
Gold
2019
Rosé Brut Sparkling
International Wine & Spirit Competition
Silver
2024
WineAlign
Gold
2023
Best of the Northwest Wine – SIP
Platinum
2022
WineAlign
Silver
2022
All Canadian Wine Championships
Trophy
2021
All Canadian Wine Championships
Best of Class
2021
All Canadian Wine Championships
Double Gold
2021
Okanagan Festival – BC Lieutenant Governors Awards
Silver
2021
WineAlign
Silver
2021
Okanagan Festival – BC Lieutenant Governors Awards
Silver
2020
Okanagan Festival – BC Lieutenant Governors Awards
Silver
2019
Okanagan Spring Festival – Best of Varietal Awards
Best of Varietal
2018
Okanagan Spring Festival – Best of Varietal Awards
Gold
2018
Northwest Wine Summit
Gold
2018
White Brut Sparkling
International Wine & Spirit Competition
Silver
2024
WineAlign
Silver
2023
Best of the Northwest Wine – SIP
Gold
2022
All Canadian Wine Championships
Silver
2022
International Wine & Spirit Competition
Silver
2021
WineAlign
Silver
2021
Women’s Wine & Spirits Awards
Trophy
2020
Women’s Wine & Spirits Awards
Double Gold
2020
Great Northwest Invitational
Best of Class
2019
Northwest Wine Summit
Best
2018
Northwest Wine Summit
Gold
2018
Intervin International
Silver
2018
Great Northwest Invitational
Silver
2018
WineAlign
Silver
2018
Red
International East Meets West
Silver
2020
Harvest Challenge
Silver
2019
Rosé
Tasters Guild International
Gold
2019
Los Angeles International Wine Competition
Silver
2019
Okanagan Festival – BC Lieutenant Governors Awards
Silver
2019
White
Los Angeles International Wine Competition
Gold
2022
Tasters Guild International
Double Gold
2019
Los Angeles International Wine Competition
Silver
2019
Okanagan Spring Festival – Best of Varietal Awards
Silver
2019
WineAlign
Silver
2019
Unwooded Chardonnay
WineAlign
Silver
2023
Best of the Northwest Wine – SIP
Platinum
2022
International East Meets West
Best of Class
2022
All Canadian Wine Championships
Gold
2022
Los Angeles International Wine Competition
Silver
2022
WineAlign
Silver
2022
Best of the Northwest Wine – SIP
Platinum
2021
Sunset International Wine Competition
Double Gold
2021
All Canadian Wine Championships
Double Gold
2019
Pacific Rim
Gold
2019
Los Angeles International Wine Competition
Silver
2019
Intervin International
Silver
2019
Okanagan Spring Festival – Best of Varietal Awards
Silver
2019
WineAlign
Gold
2018
Best of the Northwest Wine – SIP
Silver
2018
Okanagan Festival – BC Lieutenant Governors Awards
Silver
2018
Okanagan Spring Festival – Best of Varietal Awards
Silver
2018
Ehrenfelser
All Canadian Wine Championships
Silver
2021
Gewurztraminer
Best of the Northwest Wine – SIP
Double Gold
2022
Best of the Northwest Wine – SIP
Double Gold
2019
Kerner
International East Meets West
Gold
2022
Sunset International Wine Competition
Silver
2022
Pinot Auxerrois
International East Meets West
Gold
2022
All Canadian Wine Championships
Silver
2022
International East Meets West
Gold
2020
Great Northwest Invitational
Silver
2019
Great Northwest Invitational
Silver
2018
Pinot Gris
WineAlign
Silver
2023
Los Angeles International Wine Competition
Gold
2022
Best of the Northwest Wine – SIP
Silver
2021
International East Meets West
Best of Selection
2020
International East Meets West
Best of Class
2020
International East Meets West
Double Gold
2020
Great Northwest Invitational
Gold
2019
Intervin International
Gold
2019
Okanagan Spring Festival – Best of Varietal Awards
Silver
2019
Los Angeles International Wine Competition
Silver
2019
Tasters Guild International
Silver
2019
Okanagan Festival – BC Lieutenant Governors Awards
Silver
2018
Northwest Wine Summit
Silver
2018
WineAlign
Silver
2018
Pinot Blanc
Sunset International Wine Competition
Silver
2021
Harvest Challenge
Double Gold
2019
Reflection
Harvest Challenge
Gold
2019
Riesling
International East Meets West
Silver
2022
Sunset International Wine Competition
Silver
2021
International East Meets West
Silver
2020
Tasters Guild International
Gold
2019
Harvest Challenge
Silver
2019
Siegerrebe
Best of the Northwest Wine – SIP
Double Gold
2022
Sunset International Wine Competition
Gold
2021
International East Meets West
Best of Class
2019
Harvest Challenge
Double Gold
2019
Rotberger Rose
Sunset International Wine Competition
Silver
2022
Okanagan Festival – BC Lieutenant Governors Awards
Gold
2019
Pinot Noir
All Canadian Wine Championships
Gold
2022
International East Meets West
Silver
2020
Los Angeles International Wine Competition
Silver
2019
Okanagan Festival – BC Lieutenant Governors Awards
Silver
2019
Pacific Rim
Silver
2019
WineAlign
Gold
2018
Okanagan Festival – BC Lieutenant Governors Awards
Silver
2018
Merlot
All Canadian Wine Championships
Gold
2021
WineAlign
Silver
2019
Great Northwest Invitational
Silver
2019
Cabernet Merlot
International East Meets West
Silver
2022
Sunset International Wine Competition
Silver
2021
Tasters Guild International
Gold
2019
Best of the Northwest Wine – SIP
Judges Pick
2019
Okanagan Festival – BC Lieutenant Governors Awards
Gold
2018
Monk’s Blend
International East Meets West
Silver
2022
Best of the Northwest Wine – SIP
Platinum
2021
Sunset International Wine Competition
Silver
2021
