Dirty Laundry Winery Turns 20: Two Decades of Story, Scandal, and Spectacular Wine
Perched on the sun-soaked slopes of Summerland, Dirty Laundry Winery has never been your average wine destination. Known as much for its cheeky personality as its award-winning wines, the winery is celebrating a major milestone: 20 years of pouring, storytelling, and making people smile.
A Winery with a Not-So-Proper Past
Dirty Laundry’s roots are inspired by the colorful history of the original site, which once housed a Chinese laundry during the early 1900s. Beneath the crisp shirts and neatly pressed collars, the operation was said to be a front for a more risqué business upstairs—one that catered to the lonely miners and railway workers of the era.
Rather than shy away from the scandal, Dirty Laundry embraced it. From playful wine names to the iconic cheeky imagery included all over the property, the winery built its brand around a sense of fun, curiosity, and a wink to the past.
From Bold Idea to Okanagan Staple
When Dirty Laundry opened its doors in 2006, it quickly carved out a niche in the Okanagan wine scene. The concept was simple but effective: Great wine, memorable experiences, and a personality you couldn’t forget.
Over the past two decades, the winery has grown from a local curiosity into a must-visit destination. Visitors come not just for the tasting bar, but for the full experience—sweeping patio views, mouthwatering forno-oven pizza and BBQ, and that unmistakable Dirty Laundry Winery charm.
Twenty Years of Crowd-Pleasers
Dirty Laundry’s portfolio has always leaned toward approachable, fruit-forward wines that appeal to both new wine drinkers and seasoned enthusiasts. From crisp whites perfect for the Okanagan summer to bold reds for cozy evenings, the winery has built a loyal following across British Columbia and beyond.
Signature labels like the HUSH line-up and cheeky names like Woo Woo and Bordello have become part of the fun, making Dirty Laundry bottles easy to spot—and hard to forget.
A Community Favourite
Beyond the bottles, Dirty Laundry has become a social hub in Summerland. Over the years, it has hosted countless celebrations, concerts, dinners, and sunny-afternoon gatherings. For many locals and visitors, it’s not just a winery—it’s a place where memories are made.
The 20th anniversary marks not only a business milestone, but a celebration of the people who helped shape it: staff, partners, local growers, and the thousands of guests who have stopped by for a glass (or two).
Cheers to the Next Chapter
Reaching 20 years is no small feat in the wine world, and Dirty Laundry shows no signs of slowing down. With new vintages, fresh events, and more stories waiting to be told, the winery is stepping into its third decade with the same playful spirit that started it all.
So whether you’ve been visiting since the early days or are planning your first trip through the patio high above the lake, there’s never been a better time to raise a glass.
Here’s to 20 years of Dirty Laundry—may the next decades be just as delicious and delightfully improper!
