Moon Curser sits about as far South as you can go in the Okanagan, before crossing into the US. It's perched just above Osoyoos, approaching Anarchist Mountain and the vineyards show off a windswept, bright and hot aspect facing west. The name, the story and the grape varieties grown here are all a bit off- beat and entice you to look deeper into the history and story of gold smuggling across the border.
The name "Moon Curser" comes from a nickname given to gold smugglers in the 1800s: on clear nights, the moon would illuminate the smugglers and their clandestine activities, leading them to get caught!
The winery was established in 2004, and owners Chris and Beata Tolley wasted no time adding a bit of pizazz to the plantings. They took the bold move to plant such varieties as Arneis, Dolcetto and Tannat years before any other wineries dared to do anything similar.
The Tolley's vision proved a success. These varieties thrive in the Osoyoos climate and produce absolutely delicious and unique wine profiles that delight and astound in your glass. And on top of that, they have won more medals and awards for their wine than you can count.