Recognized
across Canada.
The medals, rankings and stories that have followed our family's journey in Oliver.
- Lonely Planet
- Condé Nast Traveller
- Vogue
- WestJet Magazine
- CBC Vancouver
- Global BC
- Wine Enthusiast
- BC Business Magazine
Milestones we're proud of
Stories about Kismet
Lonely Planet Canada
Kismet is included in Lonely Planet's Canada travel guide, in print and digital.
Zwischen Prärie und Steilküste: Das sind die reizvollsten Kleinstädte Kanadas
Condé Nast Traveller's German edition names Oliver among Canada's most charming small towns, with a mention of Kismet.
This Quiet Corner of Canadian Wine Country Is an Idyllic Summer Escape
Vogue's guide to the South Okanagan recommends dining at Manzil at Kismet Estate Winery.
Meet the People Behind British Columbia's Unique Wine Region
WestJet's in-flight magazine profiles the families shaping B.C.'s wine country, including the Dhaliwals and Kismet. Read it in the April 2020 digital issue.
The Best Al Fresco Winery Restaurants in the Okanagan for Summer
Manzil is among Western Living's picks for outdoor winery dining in the Okanagan.
Meet the B.C. sisters blending wine with Punjabi culture
CBC Vancouver meets sisters Neelam and Manpreet Dhaliwal, who are bringing their Punjabi culture into every part of Kismet.
Saturday Sips: Women in Wine Gamechangers
Manpreet Dhaliwal joins Global BC's Saturday Sips segment on the women changing the wine industry.
Don't Drink Wine? The Okanagan Still Has Tasting Experiences for You
Kismet features in Montecristo's guide to Okanagan experiences beyond the wine glass.
Canada's Only 'Desert' Is Also One of Its Most Exciting Wine Regions
Yahoo! Travel's guide to exploring the South Okanagan wine region includes Kismet.
Canada's Only 'Desert' Is Also One of Its Most Exciting Wine Regions
Kismet features in Travel + Leisure's guide to exploring the South Okanagan.
This Road Trip Stops for Wineries, Fruit Stands, and Long-Table Dinners
A B.C. road trip feature that stops at Kismet, where Manpreet Dhaliwal pairs our wines with Manzil's shared Indian plates.
In British Columbia, a Punjab Farming Legacy Enriches Okanagan Wine
The international wine magazine on how Punjabi farming families, including the Dhaliwals, shaped the Okanagan.
Weekend Wine Picks
Kismet makes Anthony Gismondi's weekend wine picks in the Vancouver Sun.
At 26, she became Canada's first South Asian female head winemaker
Manpreet Dhaliwal's profile as a BCBusiness 30 Under 30 honouree.
Kismet Opens Roop Nivas
Canada's hospitality trade magazine covers the opening of Roop Nivas.
Kismet Estate Winery Opens Roop Nivas, Bringing Overnight Stays to the Family Estate
The Pacific Northwest drinks magazine on Roop Nivas's opening.
Manzil Launches New Menus
National restaurant trade coverage of Manzil's new menus.
Wine Guy: Celebrating Canada with a glass of Rosé
Kismet rosé is a Canada Day pick in The Province's Wine Guy column.
Manpreet Interview
A local radio interview with Manpreet Dhaliwal.
The First Bottles of Spring
Kismet is among the B.C. Wine Month picks from one of Canada's leading wine critics.
From Stethoscope to Stemware
How Canada's first South Asian female head winemaker is shaking up the Okanagan.
Kismet, Karma, and Award-Winning Wine
A profile of the family's path from growing grapes to making award-winning wine, led by a sister-run team.
Call it Kismet
Sisters Neelam and Manpreet Dhaliwal carry their family's farming legacy into the next generation.
7 wineries in Oliver Osoyoos wine country you can't leave without trying
Kismet makes the list for its family story, its wine names and Manzil.
Meet the New Generation of Canadian Winemakers with South Asian Roots
The U.S. wine trade publication features Neelam Dhaliwal and the family's decision to make wine their destiny.
Medals by year
90 awards since 2014, including 6 platinum, 5 double gold and 22 gold.
WineAlign National Wine Awards of Canada
- Gold2020 Virsa
- Gold2021 Moksha
- Bronze2022 Karma
- Bronze2025 Infinity Rosé
- Bronze2025 Phulkari Rosé
- Bronze2025 Saféd
All Canadian Wine Championships
- Double Gold2025 Pinot Grigio
- Gold2025 Infinity Rosé
- Silver2020 Virsa
- Silver2022 Karma
Decanter World Wine Awards
- Silver2021 Moksha 90 pts
- Silver2022 Cabernet Franc 90 pts
James Suckling
- 92 pts2021 Moksha
- 93 pts2022 Cabernet Franc
WineAlign National Wine Awards of Canada
- Platinum2022 Cabernet Franc
- Gold2022 Mantra
All Canadian Wine Championships
- Double Gold2024 Phulkari Rosé
- Gold2021 Cabernet Sauvignon
- Gold2021 Moksha
- Bronze2022 Mantra
BC Wine Awards · Top 50
- Top 502022 Karma
Great Northwest Wine Competition
- Platinum2021 Moksha
- Double Platinum2022 Mantra
WineAlign National Wine Awards of Canada
- Gold2020 Cabernet Sauvignon
- Gold2020 Moksha
- Gold2021 Syrah
- Silver2021 Cabernet Franc
- Silver2021 Karma
- Bronze2021 Viognier Roussanne Marsanne
- Bronze2023 Pinot Grigio
All Canadian Wine Championships
- Double Gold2023 Pinot Grigio
- Gold2020 Cabernet Sauvignon
- Silver2023 Kamal Rosé
- Bronze2024 Sitara Frizzante
BC Wine Awards · Top 50
- Top 502021 Syrah
All Canadian Wine Championships
- Double Gold2018 Syrah
- Double Gold2019 Pinot Grigio
- Gold2017 Cabernet Franc
- Gold2017 Syrah Reserve
- Silver2018 Karma
- Silver2018 Sparkling Orange Moscato
- Silver2019 Saféd
- Bronze2018 Mantra
- Bronze2018 Viognier Roussanne Marsanne
- Bronze2019 Infinity Rosé
WineAlign National Wine Awards of Canada
- Silver2016 Cabernet Franc
- Silver2016 Cabernet Sauvignon
- Silver2016 Syrah Reserve
- Bronze2016 Malbec Reserve
- Bronze2017 Mantra
All Canadian Wine Championships
- Silver2016 Cabernet Sauvignon
Best of BC Wine Awards
- Silver2018 Saféd Best White Blend
WineAlign National Wine Awards of Canada
- Silver2016 Cabernet Franc
- Bronze2017 Saféd
All Canadian Wine Championships
- Gold2016 Mantra
- Silver2015 Cabernet Sauvignon
- Silver2016 Cabernet Franc
- Silver2017 Saféd
Los Angeles International Wine Competition
- Silver2017 Saféd
Northwest Wine Summit
- Platinum2017 Saféd
Okanagan Wine Festivals
- Gold2015 Cabernet Sauvignon
WineAlign National Wine Awards of Canada
- Bronze2015 Mantra
All Canadian Wine Championships
- Gold2014 Cabernet Sauvignon
- Gold2015 Cabernet Franc
- Silver2015 Syrah Reserve
Northwest Wine Summit
- Platinum2014 Cabernet Sauvignon
- Gold2015 Mantra
- Gold2016 Syrah Reserve
- Silver2015 Cabernet Franc
- Silver2015 Saféd
Okanagan Wine Festivals
- Silver2014 Cabernet Sauvignon
- Silver2015 Syrah Reserve
WineAlign National Wine Awards of Canada
- Silver2013 Cabernet Sauvignon
- Silver2014 Mantra
- Bronze2015 Saféd
All Canadian Wine Championships
- Gold2014 Mantra
- Bronze2013 Cabernet Sauvignon
InterVin International Wine Awards
- Silver2014 Riesling Icewine
Lieutenant Governor's Award of Excellence
- Award of Excellence2013 Cabernet Sauvignon
Lieutenant Governor's Wine Awards
- Platinum2016 Cabernet Franc
Los Angeles International Wine Competition
- Gold2013 Saféd
- Gold2014 Saféd
Northwest Wine Summit
- Gold2014 Mantra
- Silver2014 Riesling Icewine
- Silver2014 Saféd
WineAlign National Wine Awards of Canada
- Silver2014 Mantra
- Bronze2014 Riesling Icewine
Best of BC Wine Awards
- Bronze2013 Saféd
Okanagan Wine Festivals · Best of Varietal
- Best of Varietal2013 Viognier
Riverside International Wine Competition
- Bronze2012 Saféd
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