Inside Spirit Hills: Flower Wines, Bees and the Quiet Alchemy of the Foothills

MILLARVILLE WINERY FIELD GUIDE

Inside Spirit Hills: Flower Wines, Bees and the Quiet Alchemy of the Foothills

An hour-long, indoor guided tour and tasting at Spirit Hills Winery in Millarville that pairs stories about bees and flowers with samples of the winery’s flower wines.

Inside Spirit Hills: Flower Wines, Bees and the Quiet Alchemy of the Foothills.

Duration
1 hour
Location
Millarville
Operator
Spirit Hills
Category
Winery
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

Set in the Rocky Mountain Foothills, Spirit Hills Winery offers a cozy, indoor tour that walks guests through the relationship between local flowers, the bees that pollinate them, and the craft of turning those flavors into flower wines. The experience is an educational tasting that combines storytelling, sampling, and the opportunity to purchase bottles to take home.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

Taste Distinctive Flower Wines
THE WINES

Taste Distinctive Flower Wines

Guests sample Spirit Hills’ range of flower wines during the guided tasting, with the chance to buy favorites to bring home.

Bees and Blooms on the Menu
THE STORY

Bees and Blooms on the Menu

The tour emphasizes educational insights about the local flowers and the bees that contribute to the wines’ aromas and flavors, delivered by a Spirit Hills team member.

Cozy Indoor Tasting with Patio Access
THE SETTING

Cozy Indoor Tasting with Patio Access

The entire experience takes place indoors; a patio is available before and after the tour for additional refreshments and lingering over a glass.

What the day feels like

What the tasting feels like

The hour-long session moves at an unhurried pace: a Spirit Hills guide leads the group through stories about local flowers and bees, explains the winery’s approach to making flower wines, and guides guests through tastings of several bottles so each sip can be traced back to plant and pollinator.

Taste Distinctive Flower Wines

THE WINES

Taste Distinctive Flower Wines

Guests sample Spirit Hills’ range of flower wines during the guided tasting, with the chance to buy favorites to bring home.

Bees and Blooms on the Menu

THE STORY

Bees and Blooms on the Menu

The tour emphasizes educational insights about the local flowers and the bees that contribute to the wines’ aromas and flavors, delivered by a Spirit Hills team member.

Cozy Indoor Tasting with Patio Access

THE SETTING

Cozy Indoor Tasting with Patio Access

The entire experience takes place indoors; a patio is available before and after the tour for additional refreshments and lingering over a glass.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this tasting suits—and where to take care.

1
Wine EnthusiastsA focused tasting that highlights uncommon flower wines; ideal for adults who are 18 or older and curious about floral flavor profiles.
2
Curious Learners & NaturalistsGood for those who want educational context on pollinators and plants alongside a tasting; note that participants must be over 18 to taste.
3
FamiliesThe tour setting is suitable for all ages, but anyone who wishes to participate in the tasting must be at least 18 years old.
4
Organizers & Small GroupsAppropriate for groups that can be accommodated within the tour’s operational limits; tasting spots are restricted to those 18 and older.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to Bring

Bring any valid coupons and present them at check-in; coupons must be shown on the day of the tour or standard winery tour pricing will apply. Bring photo ID if you will be participating in tastings.

Duration & Timing

The guided tour and tasting lasts approximately 1 hour.

Purchases & Patio

Samples can be purchased after the tasting; a patio is available before and after the tour for additional refreshments.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the tour?

The tour and tasting lasts approximately one hour.

Where does the tour take place?

The experience takes place indoors at Spirit Hills Winery in Millarville, with patio access before and after the tour.

Are children allowed?

The tour setting is suitable for all ages, but guests must be over 18 to participate in the tasting.

Can I purchase wines I taste?

Yes — guests have the opportunity to purchase wines sampled during the tasting.

Do I need to show anything when I arrive?

Bring valid coupons and present them at check-in; if coupons are not shown, standard winery tour pricing will apply.

What if I have a larger group?

If you require accommodation for a larger group beyond standard limits, contact the winery to arrange a private tasting.