Moon Curser Vineyards, a family-owned winery located on the East Bench in Osoyoos, BC, will begin a new era in the new year. They have found new kindred spirits in Sukhi Dhaliwal, Gurjit Dhaliwal and Harjit Dhaliwal, a family of accomplished South Okanagan grape growers, and are proud to welcome them as the new owners of Moon Curser Vineyards.
Chris and Beata Tolley (pictured below), the winery’s founders, plan to retire in 2025 after two decades of shaping Moon Curser into one of Canada’s most celebrated wineries. In the meantime, they will continue working alongside the new owners and the winery’s dedicated team to ensure a seamless transition and a bright future for the winery.
“Chris and I are incredibly proud of what we have accomplished as Smugglers-in-Chief over the past 20-years and are excited to pass the torch to Sukhi, Gurjit and Harjit, who share our passion for farming and family,” said Beata Tolley. “We are excited to see Moon Curser thrive under their stewardship.”
The Dhaliwals bring decades of viticulture expertise and a deep connection to the South Okanagan terroir. As the new owners, they are committed to preserving Moon Curser’s legacy of producing world-class, award-winning wines.
Known for their playful, clandestine narratives and distinctive wines, operations at Moon Curser will continue as normal, with plans already underway for bottling in March and an exciting 2025 season ahead. Fans of the winery can expect the same exceptional wines, outstanding experiences and moon-lit shenanigans. Find them at mooncurser.com
