Arrowleaf Cellars
Arrowleaf Cellars
AboutArrowleaf Cellars
The Zuppiger family founded Arrowleaf Cellars in 2001 after farming in Switzerland and Alberta and then settling in Lake Country. Before opening their own winery in 2003, they spent five years growing Okanagan grapes while Manuel trained in Switzerland and worked in Australia and British Columbia. The family still runs the winery, with Manuel leading winemaking and his mother and siblings contributing across the business.
Arrowleaf’s home vineyard sits on a west-facing slope of gravelly glacial till and sandy loam above Okanagan Lake. Estate fruit is supplemented by long-term growers in Lake Country and Kelowna, giving the cellar access to both cool and warmer sites. The range includes Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Bacchus and Riesling, alongside sparkling and skin-contact wines.
Arrowleaf 2025 Bacchus Okanagan Valley
Canadian White
Passionfruit and elderflower rise with thyme and lemongrass. Dry and lively on the palate, the aromatic fruit is sharpened by citrus and grapefruit, while fresh herbs add a clean savoury edge. The finish is bright, persistent and refreshing. Serve well chilled with shellfish, green salads, goat cheese or lightly spiced dishes.
Arrowleaf Cellars White Piquette
Canadian Sparkling
Tropical pineapple and mango define a dry, lightly sparkling drink with low alcohol and a refreshing, easygoing profile. It is made by rehydrating grape pomace—the skins and seeds left after pressing—then fermenting the remaining sugars. Six months in neutral oak allow solids to settle before carbonation, leaving a slight natural haze. The result sits between wine and seltzer in weight and character.
Arrowleaf Cellars 2025 Pinot Gris
Canadian White
Pinot Gris comes from estate blocks and dedicated local growers around Lake Country. The estate vineyard occupies a west-facing slope with well-drained gravelly glacial till and sandy loam, while the lake moderates the climate. Other local sources include Ritchie Vineyard and Carr’s Landing, where Pinot Gris grows on sloping sites. Pinot Gris is one of the established varieties in the estate vineyard.
Arrowleaf Cellars 2025 Riesling
Canadian White
Slightly off-dry, with bright citrus, fresh herbs and concentrated fruit supported by fresh acidity. Lemon zest, lime, pine and floral notes appear with fresh-cut grass and petrol. Vibrant orchard fruit and juicy acidity are also present. The grapes are hand harvested, then crushed and pressed. Fermentation is followed by four months of rest, shaping a cool-climate Riesling from the Okanagan Valley.
Arrowleaf 2025 Field Collection White
Canadian White
Peach, honeydew, lemon, honeysuckle and lychee meet a rich, rounded body, fresh acidity and a floral aftertaste. The blend contains forty-two percent Chardonnay, thirty percent Riesling, twenty percent Pinot Gris and eight percent Gewürztraminer. Fruit comes from the Wendell, Arrowleaf Estate and Ritchie vineyards in Lake Country. Residual sugar is five grams per litre, and the wine is dry and vegan.
Arrowleaf 2025 Summerstorm Sparkling Rosé
Canadian Sparkling
Strawberry, rhubarb and pink grapefruit appear with a touch of sweetness, followed by a clean, dry finish. Made from Zweigelt grown in the estate vineyard, the grapes are whole-cluster pressed to retain only a small amount of colour. The base wine ages in neutral-oak puncheons before secondary fermentation in a sealed Charmat tank, producing fine bubbles and a fruit-forward profile.
Arrowleaf 2022 Wildblume Sparkling
Canadian Sparkling
White and pink flowers open with pear blossom, melon and lifted peach. The palate is light, bright and delicate, with fine bubbles carrying the fruit across a fresh line of citrus acidity. A gentle touch of sweetness adds softness without weighing down the wine. Clean and lively through the finish, it leaves peach, melon, floral detail and a crisp citrus glow.