Winemaker Manpreet Dhaliwal Leads with Historic Double Gold and Adds Platinum
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.
Award Highlights
- Double Gold for the inaugural release of the 2024 Phulkari Rosé
- 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.”
About Kismet Estate Winery: Located in Oliver, B.C.—the “Wine Capital of Canada”—Kismet Estate Winery is a family-owned and operated estate winery committed to crafting exceptional wines from the top 10% of their premium vineyards. Led by the Dhaliwal family, Kismet blends deep agricultural roots with bold creativity to produce award-winning wines that reflect quality, heritage, and community.
For more information, visit Kismet Estate Winery online or follow the story behind the wines and the women who create them.
For more information on Kismet Wines se – Kismet for your Destiny with Fine Wine
About Manzil Restaurant
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.