Kismet Estate Winery Wine Awards

Hatch Comms
Aug 7
3 min read

Updated: Aug 8

For Immediate Release

August 8, 2025

Kismet Strikes Gold Again – Winemaker Manpreet Dhaliwal Leads

with Historic Double Gold and Adds Platinum

Canada’s Only Female South Asian Head Winemaker Racks up Awards at 2025 All Canadian Wine Championships and WineAlign National Awards

Oliver, B.C. - Kismet Estate Winery is proud to announce national recognition at the 2025 All Canadian Wine Championships and the WineAlign National Wine Awards of Canada, where Head Winemaker Manpreet Dhaliwal earned top honours, including her second consecutive Double Gold medal for the inaugural release of the 2024 Phulkari Rosé. As Canada’s first and only female South Asian head winemaker, Dhaliwal continues to pave a distinctive path, earning national acclaim for her vision and craft.

In addition to Phulkari Rosé’s Double Gold, Kismet’s achievements include:

Platinum for the 2022 Cabernet Franc Reserve (WineAlign)
Gold for the 2022 Mantra (WineAlign)
Gold for the 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve (All Canadian)
Gold for the 2021 Moksha (All Canadian)
Bronze for the 2024 Sitara Frizzante (All Canadian)

“Phulkari is truly special to me,” says Dhaliwal. “It’s a love letter to the women who make things happen quietly and powerfully behind the scenes, never looking for the spotlight but always holding everything together. This wine is for them.”

Inspired by its namesake, which means "floral embroidery" in Punjabi, Phulkari Rosé becomes more than a wine - it becomes a symbol. On August 16, 2025, Kismet Estate Winery will host its Phulkari Celebration, a floral-themed afternoon in honour of this spirit of quiet strength, creativity, and female empowerment. The event will feature pours of Manpreet Dhaliwal’s award-winning wines, led by the Double Gold-winning Phulkari Rosé, alongside light bites from Manzil Indian Restaurant and heartfelt stories behind the labels. Floral prints and phulkari shawls are encouraged, setting the tone for an experience that’s as joyful and colourful as the wine itself. Book here.

Kismet Estate Winery, founded by the Dhaliwal family, farms over 600 acres in the South Okanagan. Only the top 10% of their fruit is used in their portfolio of 100% BC VQA-certified wines. The winery’s focus on quality, heritage, and deep commitment to local viticulture is an authentic expression of the Okanagan terroir that continues to earn praise nationwide.

Oenophiles are invited to experience Manpreet’s celebrated creations by visiting Kismet’s tasting room in Oliver for a bookable experience. Guests can further explore the wines’ rich stories and nuanced flavours at Manzil, the winery’s on-site award winning restaurant. Manzil, meaning "home" in Hindi, pairs Manpreet’s wines with bold, flavourful dishes inspired by dishes from India’s diverse regions. This is not your typical North American Indian restaurant.

Kismet-loyalists looking to secure priority access to their growing collection of sought-after wines are encouraged to join the Connection or Devotion Wine Club. Members enjoy first access to new releases, rare library wines, exclusive events, and intimate winemaker experiences with Manpreet Dhaliwal herself.

To purchase award-winning wines, book a tasting or experience, reserve your dining experience at Manzil, or join the Wine Club, visit www.kismetestatewinery.com.

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About Kismet Estate Winery and Manzil Restaurant

Located in Oliver, B.C.—the ‘Wine Capital of Canada’—Kismet Estate Winery is a family-owned and operated winery dedicated to crafting exceptional estate wines from the top 10% of their 600-acre vineyards. Founded by the Dhaliwal family, pioneers in the South Okanagan wine industry, Kismet embodies a “quality over quantity” philosophy while offering unforgettable experiences that connect people through food, wine, and culture.

At the heart of Kismet is Winemaker Manpreet Dhaliwal, a rising star in the wine world, blending innovation and tradition in every bottle. The winery’s tasting room, wine clubs, and vibrant culinary destination, Manzil Restaurant, provide unique opportunities to explore the Dhaliwal family’s rich heritage and passion for excellence.

Rooted in Indian hospitality and reimagined for B.C.’s wine country, Manzil invites guests to share in a deeply personal culinary experience. Led by a South Asian female-driven team—including General Manager Neelam Dhaliwal and Winemaker Manpreet Dhaliwal—Manzil serves regional Indian dishes rarely seen in North America, crafted with local ingredients and bold, balanced flavours. With shared plates, wine pairings, and vibrant cocktails, it’s more than a restaurant—it’s a home away from home.

Visit Kismet Estate Winery to discover premium BC wines, thoughtfully crafted culinary pairings, and the story of a family whose destiny, or kismet, continues to shape the Okanagan’s wine and food scene.

For more information, visit www.kismetestatewinery.com or follow us on social media @kismetwines. Media ready images can be found here.