Bonamici Cellars
Quick Facts
Proprietors: Philip Soo & Mario Rodi
Winemaker: Philip Soo
Viticulturist: Philip Soo
Administrator: Mario Rodi
Vineyard size: 9 acres - Rolling Hills Vineyard (Home Site), 3 acres - Long Term Lease (Osoyoos)
Key Grape Varieties: Pinot Gris, Sauvignon Blanc, Cab Franc, Merlot, Syrah, Sangiovese & Barbera
Production: 1,500 cases
Wines Produced: Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc - Viognier, Rose, Merlot – Cab Franc, Belviaggio Red Blend & RSV Syrah
History
Founded in 2012, Bonamici Cellars was started by consulting winemaker, Philip Soo with good friend and business partner Mario Rodi. They met while working in the corporate world – Phil as a winemaker and Mario in sales & marketing. Sharing a passion for great Italian wines and a love of the BC wine industry inspired them to create Bonamici Cellars.
Bonamici – Italian for “good friends” captures the essence of the brand. It’s about great wine and delicious food bringing family & friends together around the table to enjoy one of life’s simple pleasures.
In 2016, after searching extensively for a permanent home for Bonamici they found the ideal site – a picturesque10 acre property in the Okanagan Falls area surrounded by world class award winning wineries. Since then, a nine acre vineyard has been planted and a tasting room opened with a new production facility planned over the next two years.