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Never has an escape been so deliciously easy. The regions of Wine Country Ontario are all within comfortable reach. Plan a visit to where growers and world-class winemakers ply their craft and are joined by an ever-growing movement of talented chefs, artisans and creative entrepreneurs. Here among the hospitable environs of rural and small-town Ontario a world of endless possibilities awaits. CONTENTS 3 Plan Your Trip 10 Prince Edward County 18 Lake Erie North Shore 26 Emerging Regions 34 Niagara Escarpment & Twenty Valley 45 Wine Country Ontario Contest 58 Niagara-on-the-Lake 74 Stay, Dine & Play 80 FAQs – Need to Know Information 81 Index 2015 Travel Guide 1 winecountryontario.ca
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Plan your trip. Prepare to uncork your sense of adventure. Discover far more in Wine Country Ontario than just pastoral countryside dotted with a dynamic array of award-winning wineries. From the fertile shores of Lake Erie North Shore, through the vibrant Niagara wine scene to the flourishing vineyards of Prince Edward County, you can reward your appetites, exercise your passions, entertain your senses and enjoy so much more when visiting wineries. Arrange a weekend with friends or settle in for a spell with someone special. Wine Country Ontario: it’s the getaway that’s never far away. 2015 Travel Guide 3 winecountryontario.ca
Plan your trip.Indulgence wherever the road leads. Travel Wine CountryIf it’s indulgence you seek, then a retreat and you’ll better appreciate the signature diversityto Wine Country is definitely in order. The of Ontario’s architectural style. For all the historyemphasis here is on relaxing, rejuvenating and that flourishes in these areas, there is also arestoring. However you find that balance – movement towards showing off Wine Country’sthrough spa treatments or yoga retreats, more cutting-edge character. Boldly renovatedluxurious accommodations, fabulous dining barns have been converted to tasting roomsoptions, or sampling an incredible variety of while vineyards are designing contemporarywines in any of the regions – Wine Country is cellars and restaurants to add an invitingprepared to oblige. If you’re looking for more counterpoint to the traditional architecture.activity, that’s easy, too. As a group or justthe two of you, here is where you unwind from Historythe world and reconnect with one another. Ontario is full of living history just waiting to be discovered through historic landmarks,Architecture museums, events and heritage sites. As aThe picturesque landscape of rural Ontario majority of wine regions border on majorframes stately Loyalist homes, handsome waterways, there are an abundance ofcentury farms and charming small towns historical locales that reach back into the 2015 Travel Guide 4 winecountryontario.ca
earliest days of settlement. The War of 1812 ingredients. In their wake, artisan bakers,played prominently in Ontario and you can cheesemakers, honey producers, specialtyexplore numerous battle sites and take in butchers and other food-friendly professionalslegendary Fort George and Fort Erie, while have followed. Together they are fostering afurther west in the Lake Erie North Shore farm-to-table sensibility throughout theirwine region resides Fort Malden. Meanwhile, communities while connecting with winemakers.those interested in the Loyalist heritage, The upshot is that many vineyards nowmariner’s history and the early days of feature on-site restaurants where tasting menusSir John A. Macdonald should take in all are further highlighting each appellation’sthat Prince Edward County has to share. distinctive flavours, from Chardonnays and Rieslings, to Pinot Noirs, Cabernet FrancsCulinary Adventure and more.There’s a culinary movement afoot in WineCountry and the dining has never been more Shoppingimpressive thanks to great talent at work. Shopping more your speed? Then prepare toNoted chefs continue to set up shop where stock up on many pleasant surprises, startingthey can easily connect with farmers, producers with Main Street, small-town Ontario where aand purveyors of the freshest and finest lineup of unique, independent shops await. 2015 Travel Guide 5 winecountryontario.ca
Plan your trip.For more local flavour, look to artist and artisan paddle a local watercourse, or drop the anchorstudios where you’ll find one-of-a-kind items. on your sailboat and head ashore – just be sureFor the devoted antique hunter, you never to reserve time for post-activity sampling.know what treasures you might unearth. If swimming or lounging at the beach is moreAnd for a truly authentic experience, plan to your speed, there’s plenty of shoreline to enjoy.poke around a weekend market or take And for those winter excursions, pack thein an auction. Don’t forget, you can always cross-country skis or snowshoes and see thestock up your wine cellar with some favourites landscape from an entirely fresh perspective.you find along the way. Four Season SplendourSport Take in Wine Country at any time of year andWine Country Ontario is the perfect place prepare to be amazed at just how much thereto relax but it’s also tailor-made for activities is to see, do and discover. Those easygoingall year long. These regions are a favourite summer days are a natural attraction – thedestination for cyclists who pedal a range of wineries abuzz with activity and the calendarroutes between wineries. Golfers get their filled with farmers markets, culinary events,rounds in by day and follow up with vineyard cultural diversions and much more. Autumn isvisits later. Hike the Niagara Escarpment, a time for fall colour tours and an opportunity 2015 Travel Guide 6 winecountryontario.ca
to go apple picking in the orchards, while a Shaw Festival is a renowned draw for theatrecozy winter escape or Icewine festival is a great lovers and the military re-enactments atidea for a getaway when you need it. When Fort George and Fort Erie always intrigue.the sap runs come the spring thaw, take in Or, for a more laidback itinerary, the simplea maple syrup festival along with your charms of a drive-in theatre in the country orwinery visits. a Jazz trio on a winery patio may perfectly fit the bill.Entertainment/TheatreFrom main stage events to a host of weekend We can help you plan yourmusic festivals, summer stock theatre, dance, Wine Country Ontario trip.concerts and more, Wine Country is alwaysprepared to entertain you. Music lovers never Visit winecountryontario.calack for choice here, not with a lineup that to find out more.includes the Classic Music Festival (PEC),the Niagara Jazz Festival, Island UnpluggedMusic Festival (Pelee Island), Kingsville FolkMusic Festival and the Norfolk Blues Festival,among many others. Niagara-on-the-Lake’s 2015 Travel Guide 7 winecountryontario.ca
Ontario’s AppellationsAppellations FactoidIn brief, appellations are specific geographical areas that are used to identify where grapes forwines are cultivated. By their very nature appellations have a distinct geology, soil, climate andother noted qualities that contribute to the wines made in that specific region. These designationsmake it easier for people to understand the inherent style of wine based on these indicators.There are three main appellations in Ontario: the Niagara Peninsula, Lake Erie North Shoreand Prince Edward County. Some are broken down into regional appellations and further,sub-appellations. Each possesses its own distinct qualities that are further defined by the specificterroir that influences the vineyard’s portfolio of wines.The Niagara Peninsula is the most established appellation in Ontario and draws its unmistakablecool-climate character from the influences of the Niagara Escarpment and Lake Ontario.From these rich, fertile soils winemakers excel in a range of varietals.Buffeted by the southwesterly winds and warmer temperatures, the vineyards along Lake ErieNorth Shore draw their character from the lake’s shallow geography and a lengthy growing season.Finally, Prince Edward County is the most recent recipient of an appellation designation.Together with a significant lake effect, its limestone base, stony soils and the varied elevationsproduce concentrated fruit.For more information on VQA visit www.vqaontario.ca.Ontario’s Appellations Niagara PeninsulaLake Erie North Shore • Lincoln LakeshorePrince Edward County • Vinemount Ridge • Creek Shores 2015 Travel Guide 8 winecountryontario.ca
Lake Erie North Shore Prince Edward CountyNiagara Escarpment (Regional) Niagara-on-the-Lake (Regional)• Beamsville Bench • Niagara Lakeshore• Twenty Mile Bench • Four Mile Creek• Short Hills Bench • St. David’s Bench • Niagara River 2015 Travel Guide 9 winecountryontario.ca
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SPAS 4 TASTINGS 10 MUSIC FESTIVALS 14 1 DRIVE-IN THEATREKNOWN AS“THE COUNTY” PRINCE EDWARD COUNTYOVER 17 WINERIES 2 GOLF COURSESCONSERVATIONAREAS TOEXPLORE 4 42CYCLING TRAILS RESTAURANTS 20 ANTIQUE STORES 60 ART GALLERIES 2015 Travel Guide 11 winecountryontario.ca
45 1 23 WARKWORTH 62 24 33 543A 29 TO21R7OkNmTO TRENTON 401 30 525 522 2 25 27 CASTLETON 222 25 21 509 3 B 401 64 19 497 33 5 2 12 HILLIER COLBORNE 6C 10 9 3 11 About the REGion Effectively an island of farmland bordered to the north by the Bay of Quinte and surrounded by Lake Ontario. The moderating effects of the water and lakeshore OTTAWA breezes, together with the loose,D stony soils, cause vines to reach SOUTHERN ONTARIO deeper to root themselves, producing wines with concentrated flavours. PRINCE EDWARD COUNTYPrince Edward County A peaceful preserve of rolling farmland stretching out into Lake Ontario, the County is its own world of quiet roads, prosperous farms and old Loyalist towns. Add in great restaurants, galleries and shops, plus biking, sailing and exploring dune-lined shores, and you have the ideal vacation retreat. 2015 Travel Guide 12 winecountryontario.ca
4 401 5 6 37 2 566 OTTAWAD26E2SkEmRONTO 2 83 BELLEVILLE 15 49 9 9 13 8 62 25 8 33 14 49 62 GLENORA 5 FERRY 7 14 8 2 33 PICTON4 7 1 33 10 1 8 BLOOMFIELD 17 13 11 8 10 132 12 WELLINGTON 18 24 LAKE ONTARIO 1 5C Black Prince Winery 13370 Loyalist Parkway, Picton K0K 2T0 613-476-4888 2 3C By Chadsey’s Cairns Winery & Vineyard 17432 Loyalist Parkway, Wellington K0K 3L0 613-399-2992 3 3C Casa-Dea Estates Winery 1186 Greer Road, Wellington K0K 3L0 613-399-3939 4 3C Closson Chase 629 Closson Road, Hillier K0K 2J0 613-399-1418 5 3C Grange of Prince Edward Vineyards & Estate Winery (The) 990 Closson Road, Hillier K0K 2J0 613-399-1048 6 3C Harwood Estate Vineyards 18908 Loyalist Parkway, Hillier K0K 2J0 1 - 855-668-9463 7 4B Huff Estates Winery 2274 County Road 1, Bloomfield K0K 1G0 613-393-5802 8 3C Karlo Estates 561 Danforth Road, Wellington K0K 3L0 613-399-3000 9 3C Norman Hardie Winery & Vineyard 1152 Greer Road, Wellington K0K 3L0 613-399-5297 10 3C Redtail Vineyard 422 Partridge Hollow Road, Consecon K0K 1T0 613-965-0893 11 3C Rosehall Run 1243 Greer Road, Wellington K0K 3L0 613-399-1183 12 3C Sandbanks Estate Winery 17598 Loyalist Parkway, Wellington K0K 3L0 613-399-1839 13 5A Three Dog Winery 1920 Fish Lake Road, Picton K0K 1W0 613-403-4323 14 6B Waupoos Estates Winery 3016 County Road 8, Picton K0K 2T0 613-476-8338 2015 Travel Guide 13 winecountryontario.ca
FARMERS MARKETS 5C Black Prince WineryFarmers markets bring together local foods, One of the first County wineries, Black Prince was established inproduce and VQA wines. Sample and purchase 2001. The owners include Rod de Courcy-Ireland, Derek Lederer,Ontario VQA wines along with the locally grown John Sambrook, winemaker Geoff Webb and Kylix Int’l. Theproduce, locally smoked meats, farm fresh eggs well-appointed tasting centre offers the largest selection of wines inand the many delectable pies and breads, the area. Situated on 50-acres right in Picton, the 10-acre vineyardall grown or made proudly in your backyard. includes Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, someFor a full listing of farmers markets, visitwww.ontario.ca/travel-and-recreation/ hybrids and now features an on-site barrel maker and vinegar cellar.buy-ontario-wine-local-farmers-market. Location Hours 13370 Loyalist Parkway Summer Picton K0K 2T0 10 am – 6 pm 613-476-4888 Winter or 1-866-470-9463 Friday, Saturday & Sunday [email protected] 11 am – 5 pm blackprincewinery.com Other times by appointment or by chance – call ahead.3C By Chadsey’s Cairns 3C Casa-Dea Estates Winery Winery & Vineyard This picturesque property was the first winery on Greer Road andLocated on a storied and glorious 206-year-old farm overlooking is now the largest in the County. The 65-acre vineyard is plantedthe lake, the winery has become a must-visit County touchstone to Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Riesling, Pinot Noir and Cabernet Franc.with great views and ambience. Its unique strand of ancient beach Paul Battilana is focused on making VQA wines from 100% Countysoils and the sure hands of winemaker Vida Zalnieriunas have grapes. Enjoy Italian cuisine at La Pergola in the summer. There areproduced classically styled Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays along with also banquet facilities for your dream wedding, including outdoorrare finds such as Muscat, Chenin Blanc and St. Laurent. ceremonies.Location Hours Location Hours17432 Loyalist Parkway May 1 – November 1 1186 Greer Road May – OctoberWellington K0K 3L0 11 am – 6 pm Wellington K0K 3L0 10 am – 6 pm613-399-2992 November 2 – December 24 613-399-3939 November – [email protected] 11 am – 5 pm [email protected] 11 am – 4 pmbychadseyscairnswinery.com January by appointment or chance casadeaestates.com February 1 – April 30 11 am – 5 pm3C Closson Chase 3C Grange of Prince Edward Vineyards & Estate Winery (The)Closson Chase is a quality-driven producer that helped spearheadthe Prince Edward County wine industry, using centuries-old The County’s largest vineyard and winery is also one of the mostEuropean traditions and sustainable, innovative techniques. Set in popular for visitors and photographers. In an idyllic pastoral setting,Hillier, Ontario, the estate comprises over 30-acres of south-facing, a grand Loyalist barn houses the tasting room and barrel cellar.limestone-rich soil planted high density. Visitors are invited to Caroline Granger crafts taut, mineral-driven Pinot Noir, Chardonnay,enjoy the rich Chardonnays and complex Pinot Noirs year round. Gamay, Cabernet Franc and Pinot Gris premium wines and exciting sparkling wines all from 100% estate fruit.Location Hours629 Closson Road April 15 – December 23 Location HoursHillier K0K 2J0 Sunday – Saturday 11 am – 5 pm 990 Closson Road May – October613-399-1418 January 3 – April 14 Hillier K0K 2J0 11 am – 5 [email protected] Weekdays by appointment 613-399-1048 November – Aprilclossonchase.com Saturday & Sunday 11 am – 5 pm [email protected] Thursday – Sunday Closed December 23 – January 2 grangeofprinceedward.com 12 pm – 4 pm 2015 Travel Guide 14 winecountryontario.ca
3C Harwood Estate VineyardsHarwood Estates is an entry point to the limestone-laced Hillierregion. 100% solar-powered, Harwood grows the County’s mostpopular varieties and has created new wines such as St. Laurent,a multi-award-winning Just Desserts, Friends Rosé and port-styleMarquesa, from the winemaking care of John Rode. Enjoy tastingsin the winery, barrel cellar and vineyard “Pods”, or savour the patiofare with wine by the glass. Chair, bicycle and RV friendly.Location Hours18908 Loyalist Parkway April – OctoberHillier K0K 2J0 Daily 11 am – 6 pm1-855-ONT-WINE (668-9463) November – [email protected] Daily 11 am – 5 pmharwood.co 4B Huff Estates WineryIn 2004, County-born Lanny Huff opened his modest,state-of-the-art winery. French winemaker Frédéric Picard craftselegant Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Riesling, Merlot-based reds andsparkling wine from South Bay vineyards. The Inn opened in 2006followed by the popular Oeno (art) Gallery in 2009 and SculptureGallery. The patio, open daily, is a great place for light meals andoccasional concerts.Location Hours2274 County Road 1 Daily 10 am – 6 pmBloomfield K0K 1G0 Tours daily 10 am & 3 [email protected] SPARKLING WINES3C Karlo Estates Bubbly is rapidly rising to the top as a key strength of Ontario winemaking. The coolSet in an 1845 barn, Karlo offers a large portfolio of unique, climate and limestone-based soils, pluspremium, artisanal wines. North America’s first Vegan-certified Ontario’s proficiency with Chardonnay, Pinotwines are food friendly and wild fermented with minimal filtration. Noir and even a few Pinot Meunier vineyards,Artist Sherry Martin’s loft gallery can be booked for tastings, enjoy add up to exactly the right recipe for fine agedwine by the glass with pairings on the covered sun deck or walk Bubbly made in the Traditional Method.the vineyards with a glass to visit North America’s largest dry Sparkling wines are not just for celebrations –stone bridge. “The Home of The Gilmour Wine”. serve them to make every occasion a celebration. Try a Tuesday night dinner withLocation Hours Sparkling and quiche, or how about a glass of Sparkling with your bowl of popcorn for movie561 Danforth Road Open 7 days a week night? It’s perfect to pair with Thai food, try it with risotto or just enjoy on its own! Sparkling VQA wines from Ontario wineries are worth celebrating.Wellington K0K 3L0 11 am – 6 pm613-399-3000 During high [email protected] Friday & Saturday 11 am – 8 pmkarloestates.com Check website for all other hours of operation 2015 Travel Guide 15 winecountryontario.ca
We are We grow the wines you love! “We are Ontario’s 470 stewards of the land who proudly cultivate the fruits of our labour. We are masters of our craft, carefully tending our grapes to perfection—a labour of love that you can taste in every sip of wine that begins right here in our own backyard.” Shop local 18927 at your neighbourhood 3/6/14 5:04 PM LCBO store for delicious Ontario wines and more. Visit lcbo.com to learn more. 18789 WCO Travel Guide Ad.indd 1 2015 Travel Guide 16 winecountryontario.ca
3C Norman Hardie 3C Redtail Vineyard Winery & Vineyard Redtail Vineyard offers the wine lover the intimacy of itsNorman Hardie worked for the best producers of Pinot Noir and “off-the-grid” winery as a backdrop to tasting their Ruby Red orChardonnay in Burgundy, Oregon, California, New Zealand and wholesome white wines. The estate provides a pastoral sceneSouth Africa prior to putting down roots in the County. Right from of conserved farmland in the heart of Prince Edward County,the beginning his wines have garnered international acclaim. Enjoy a beauteous area that maintains its rich bounty of nature. Sun, soilhis wines with a thin-crust wood-fired pizza served on our patio and organic practices help craft Pinot Gris and Pinot Noir fromMay through the beginning of harvest. Check website for hours. estates grapes, all made by Gilbert Provost.Location Hours Location Hours1152 Greer Road April – December 422 Partridge Hollow Road May – DecemberWellington K0K 3L0 Daily 10 am – 6 pm Consecon K0K 1T0 Daily 10:30 am – 5 pm613-399-5297 January – March 613-965-0893 January – [email protected] Monday – Saturday [email protected] Saturday & Sundaynormanhardie.com 11 am – 5 pm redtailvineyard.com 10:30 am – 5 pm3C Rosehall Run 3C Sandbanks Estate WineryRosehall Run offers an intimate and authentic experience for visitors Named for the County’s landmark sand dunes, Sandbanks is locatedto the County. Owner and winemaker Dan Sullivan crafts elegant, on the historic Loyalist Parkway. While owner and winemakerapproachable Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays from his meticulously Catherine Langlois’ award-winning Riesling and Cabernet Franctended vineyards. Visit the popular PICNIC PEC Food Truck onsite show charm and class, it’s her Baco and Dunes that have earned afor lunch or snacks. Live outdoor theatre from Festival Players is loyal following. Sandbanks offers a wine boutique, tasting room,featured in August. art gallery, outdoor gazebo and a season packed with lively events.Location Hours Location Hours1243 Greer Road May – December 17598 Loyalist Parkway May – OctoberWellington K0K 3L0 Daily 10 am – 6 pm Wellington K0K 3L0 Daily 10:30 am – 6 pm613-399-1183 January – April 613-399-1839 November – Aprilor 1-888-399-1183 Daily 11 am – 5 pm [email protected] Daily 10:30 am – 5 [email protected] sandbankswinery.com rosehallrun.com 5A Three Dog Winery 6B Waupoos Estates WineryThe owners began planting vineyards in 2000 and in 2014 the Come and discover a wide selection of award-winning wines fromtasting room finally opened. The owners want Three Dog to become the oldest winery in Prince Edward County made by Amy Dickinson,a gathering place for the community where you not only want to chocolate and gelato, boutique shopping, petting zoo and theenjoy a glass of wine, but also a place where people can break bread full-service Gazebo Restaurant’s fine dining experience overlookingwith friends and on weekends enjoy live music on the patio. The the beautiful Prince Edward Bay. There are even docking facilitieswines, made by John Squair, are affordable and easy drinking. for boaters.Location Hours Location Hours1920 Fish Lake Road May – October 3016 County Road 8 Winery: May – OctoberPicton K0K 1W0 Daily 10 am – 6 pm Picton K0K 2T0 10:30 am – 6 pm613-403-4323 November – April 613-476-8338 Tours: May – [email protected] Saturday & Sunday only [email protected] 11 am, 1 pm, 3 pmthreedogwine.com 11 am – 5 pm waupooswinery.com Restaurant: Open April – November. Check website for off-season hours 2015 Travel Guide 17 winecountryontario.ca
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SPAS 5 TASTINGS 10 MUSIC FESTIVALS 11 51BED & BREAKFASTS LAKE ERIE NORTH SHOREOVER 15 WINERIES 17 HISTORICAL SITESCONSERVATIONAREAS TOEXPLORE 15 400CYCLING TRAILS RESTAURANTS 20 ANTIQUE STORES 4 ART GALLERIES 2015 Travel Guide 19 winecountryontario.ca
LA 715 3 2 2 1 3 20 WINDSOR 3B A USA 14 401 11 HOWARD AVE N TOWNLINE RD WALKER RD 8 MIDDLE SIDEROAD 15 B AMHERSTBURG KING 9 5 18 PIKE RD 11 20 HARROW 41 2 10 20 3 23 50 C 13 6 11 7 1 About the REGion A region that stretches to the southwestern reaches of Ontario, it boasts the lengthiest growing season of the appellations. The cool lake breezes and gently sloping SOUTHERN landscape combine with a largely ONTARIO D sandy and gravel-based soil that drains easily, and tends to result in LAKE ERIE NORTH SHORE fully ripened fruit. PELEE ISLAND Lake Erie North Shore The warm waters and sandy beaches of Lake Erie’s northern shore attract swimmers, sailors and windsurfers in summer, and spectacular flocks of migrating birds in spring and fall – along with a group of accomplished vintners who take advantage of the moderate climate to create wines with distinctive character. 2015 Travel Guide 20 winecountryontario.ca
AKE ST. CLAIR 456 CHATHAM 2 90 2 TO LONDON 145 km 81 56 63 27 401 48 TO TORONTO 330 km BLENHEIM8 3 31 77GSVILLE 3 4 LEAMINGTON 8 20FERRY 33CROSSING POINT PELEEPELEE ISLAND 9 LAKE ERIE1 3C CREW: Colchester Ridge Estate Winery 519-738-9800 108 County Road 50 East, Harrow N0R 1G0 519-738-22412 3C Colio Estate Wines 1 Colio Drive, Harrow N0R 1G0 519-738-42953 3C Cooper’s Hawk Vineyards 1425 Iler Road, Harrow N0R 1G0 519-733-94634 4C Mastronardi Estate Winery 1193 Road 3 East, Kingsville N9Y 2E5 519-965-10755 2B Muscedere Vineyards 7457 County Road 18, Harrow N0R 1G0 519-984-26846 3C North 42 Degrees 130 County Road 50 East, Colchester N0R 1G0 519-738-32647 3C Oxley Estate Winery 533 County Road 50 East, Harrow N0R 1G0 519-733-65518 3C Pelee Island Winery 455 Seacliff Drive, Kingsville N9Y 2K5 519-724-24699 4D Pelee Island Winery Pavilion 20 East West Road, Pelee Island N0R 1M0 10 2C Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery 519-738-9253 7258 County Road 50 West, Amherstburg N0R 1G0 1-866-372-843911 3C Viewpointe Estate Winery 151 County Road 50 East, Harrow N0R 1G0 2015 Travel Guide 21 winecountryontario.ca
Reason#“We pedalled at a leisurely pace through thesprawling wine country, stopping for tastings andtours at award-winning wineries along the way.Then, with our appetites worked up, we indulgedin a gourmet lunch in the middle of a sunnyvineyard, basking in the aromas and flavors.”Reason Reason# # “We were picked up at our B&B and chauffeured along the stunning North Shore Wine Route, stopping for tours at an award-winning selection of wineries in the region. From the vineyards to the cellars, we saw the wine-making process firsthand and sampled the incredible vintages.”“With the view of the lake as our YOUTUBE LOGO SPECS on dark backgroundsbackdrop, we raised our glasses, standardtook in the fragrant aromas and PRINT on light backgroundssampled some of the best tastingPinot, Chardonnay and Riesling standardfrom nearly 20 award-winningwineries. What a day!” main red gradient bottom PMS 1795C PMS 1815C C0 M96 Y90 K2 C13 M96 Y81 K54 white black no gradients no gradients WHITE BLACK C0 M0 Y0 K0 C100 M100 Y100 K100 EPICwineries.com watermark watermark stacked logo (for sharing only) stacked logo (for sharing only)visitwindsoressex.com | 1-800-265-3633
ITINERARIES3C CREW: Colchester Ridge To help you plan your Wine Country Estate Winery adventure, we’ve crafted itineraries focusing on specific varietals, local historyColchester Ridge Estate Winery, or “CREW”, is a destination worth and other themes. Whether you choosethe voyage. Situated on 12-acres of carefully tended vinifera varietals stunning architecture from kitschynear the shores of Lake Erie, CREW established the vineyard in 2001. renovated barns to stunning masterpieces;Winemaker and owner Bernie Gorski and his wife, Nancy, invite you natural getaways for hiking and biking;to visit the charming boutique winery. The emphasis at CREW is to delicious finds in Wine Country of localprovide customers with quality, award-winning VQA wines at cheeses, meats, produce and, of course,affordable prices. Welcome aboard! wine; eco touring of bio-dynamic or organic wineries; or try your hand atLocation Hours cooking demonstrations, you will have an experience to remember. Find more at108 County Road 50 East Summer winecountryontario.ca.Harrow N0R 1G0 Daily 11 am – 6 pm519-738-9800 Winter CYCLING PATIO TASTINGS TRAILS [email protected] Wednesday – Sunday COORDINATES FAREcolchesterridge.com 11 am – 6 pm PICNIC ACCOMMODATIONS WINERIES GOLF COURSES SPAS HIKING TOURS SUSTAINABLE WINEMAKING ONTARIO HISTORY RESTAURANTS3C Colio Estate Wines SHOPPING ONLINE BOOKINGColio Estate Wines was one of the first wineries to establish itself ENTERTAINMENT WHEELCHAIRon the Lake Erie North Shore over 30 years ago. Visitors continue ACCESSto be welcomed to the state-of-the-art winery in Harrow, whichprovides guests with an informative tour that explains thewinemaking process from harvest to bottle. Enjoy an extensiveportfolio of premium wines, all made by Lawrence Buhler, in thebeautiful tasting bar and boutique.Location Hours1 Colio Drive SundayHarrow N0R 1G0 11 am – 5 pm519-738-2241 Monday – Wednesday1-800-265-1322 10 am – 5 [email protected] Thursday – Saturdaycoliowinery.com 10 am – 6 pm3C Cooper’s Hawk VineyardsSet in a pristine green enclave surrounded by Carolinian forest,Cooper’s Hawk is named for a species of hawk that thrives in aregion teeming with insect, bird and animal wildlife. Cooper’s Hawkprides themselves in offering great wine and creating a naturalist’soasis, where visitors can stroll the ponds, wetlands and parks.Winemaking is focused on high-quality and affordable wines madeby Rori McCaw.Location Hours1425 Iler Road Sunday – ThursdayHarrow N0R 1G0 11 am – 6 pm519-738-4295 Friday & [email protected] 11 am – 7 pmcoopershawkvineyards.com 2015 Travel Guide 23 winecountryontario.ca
4C Mastronardi Estate Winery 2B Muscedere Vineyards Mastronardi Estate Winery, established in 2006, is nestled in the Muscedere Vineyards is a family owned and operated vineyard. At heart of Essex County. Owners Eadie and Tony Mastronardi, Rino Muscedere Vineyards we hand-harvest our grapes from our 13-acre Mastronardi and winemaker Karl Lonsbery are dedicated to growing vineyard to create premium, small lot, hand-crafted wines. The exceptional grapes and making high-quality VQA wines. The winery winemaking team of Roberto, Fabio and Melissa Muscedere treats offers a tasting bar in a European-style wine boutique where each variety, in each vintage, with the utmost of attention and care knowledgeable team members can help you find the perfect wine. to ensure true varietal character in each wine we release. We specialize in the production of premium reds including, Cabernet Location Hours Sauvignon. Join us on our outdoor patio for wood-fired pizza and a glass of our small lot wines. 1193 Road 3 East May – October Kingsville N9Y 2E5 11 am – 5 pm 519-733-9463 Call for winter hours Location Hours or 1-800-320-5040 7457 County Road 18 May – October 11 am – 6 pm [email protected] Harrow N0R 1G0 November – April 11 am – 5 pm mastronardiwines.com 519-965-1075 Wood-fired pizza 519-257-5517 Saturday & Sunday [email protected] May – October muscederevineyards.com Daily July – August 2015 Travel Guide 24 winecountryontario.ca
3C North 42 Degrees 3C Oxley Estate WineryNorth 42 Degrees Estate Winery is committed to providing an Winemaker Murray Wilson produces small lot, fruit-forward winesauthentic wine experience for their customers. Owned by third at Oxley Estate Winery. Now in its fourth year, Oxley has becomegeneration Canadian farmers from European heritage, Martin known for those wines and its warm hospitality, charm and beauty.and Suzanne Gorski embrace innovation to produce wines made Tastings are in the renovated 1920s barn and Oxley’s food, sourcedonly from estate-grown grapes using sustainable practices. locally and prepared fresh onsite, is served in The Barn and onNorth 42 Degrees – “purveyors of good time and fine wines”. The Wine Garden Patio.Location Hours Location Hours130 County Road 50 East Summer 533 County Road 50 East Daily 11 am – 6 pmColchester N0R 1G0 11 am – 6 pm Harrow N0R 1G0 Restaurant open year round,519-984-2684 Winter 519-738-3264 reservations [email protected] Tuesday – Sunday [email protected] north42degrees.com 11 am – 5 pm oxleyestatewinery.com3C Pelee Island 4D Pelee Island Winery Winery PavilionFounded in 1979, Pelee Island Winery has more than 700-acres The Pavilion hosts everything from self-grilled picnics at the BBQplanted on Pelee Island, making it the most southerly vineyard in hut with live music to group functions and weddings in a relaxed,Canada. Winemaker Martin Janz oversees a large portfolio of laid-back atmosphere. Internationally known for its ecologicalfruit-forward wines that offer exceptional diversity, quality and diversity, Pelee Island is home to thousands of unique plant andvalue. The mainland winery is equipped with a gift boutique, large wildlife species, making it a bird-watchers’ paradise. Be sure to booktasting room, and meeting and banquet facilities. the ferry well in advance of your visit to avoid disappointment!Location Hours Location Hours455 Seacliff Drive Monday – Saturday 20 East West Road May – OctoberKingsville N9Y 2K5 9 am – 6 pm Pelee Island N0R 1M0 Daily 10 am – 4 pm519-733-6551 Sunday 519-724-2469 Extended summer [email protected] 11 am – 5 pm or 1-800-597-3533 weekend hourspeleeisland.com Tour Hours [email protected] Tour Hours 12 pm, 2 pm, 4 pm peleeisland.com May – October 12 pm & 2 pm Additional tours in summer and on weekends2C Sprucewood Shores 3C Viewpointe Estate Winery Estate Winery Viewpointe boasts one of the great panoramic winery views inThe Mitchell family warmly welcomes you to visit their stunning Ontario. Sitting on the shores of Lake Erie, its expansive lawns,retail centre year round located on a picturesque property surrounded patios and galleries make it ideal for special events. The Culinaryby ponds, 25-year-old vineyards, gardens, and a sandy beach on Centre offers fabulous patio lunches and classes that focus on localLake Erie. Purchase delicious picnic baskets (May – Oct) and soak in fare. Three estate vineyards provide Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay,the setting with a glass of 100% Ontario handcrafted wine. Taste a Riesling, Auxerrois, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc and Syrah, all madevariety of styles of Pinot Grigio, Cabernet Sauvignon or Franc, by John Fancsy.Pinot Noir and Riesling wine for the dry or sweet wine drinker. Location HoursLocation Hours 151 County Road 50 East Summer Daily 11 am – 6 pm7258 County Road 50 West Daily 11 am – 5 pm Harrow N0R 1G0 Winter Daily 11 am – 5 pmAmherstburg N0R 1G0 1-866-372-VIEW (8439) Tours by appointment519-738-9253 [email protected] [email protected] viewpointewinery.com sprucewoodshores.com 2015 Travel Guide 25 winecountryontario.ca
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SPAS 3 TASTINGS 13 MUSIC FESTIVALS 8 2 DRIVE-IN THEATRES 27 CYCLING TRAILS EMERGING REGIONSOVER 47 WINERIES 25 GOLF COURSES CONSERVATION AREAS TOEXPLORE 5 120PATIOS RESTAURANTS 45 ANTIQUE STORES 45 SPECIALTY STORES 2015 Travel Guide 27 winecountryontario.ca
GEORGIAN BAY EMERGING REGIONS 3 BARRIE Lake Simcoe EMERGING REGIONS 1 TORONTO LAKE ONTARION GUELPH NIAGARA LONDON HAMILTON EMERGING REGIONS 2Emerging Regions LAKE ERIERIE NORTH SHORE E ISLAND Ontario’s enduring beauty is captured in the subtle changes that define each region’s landscape. From the vast expanse of farmland around Norfolk County in southwestern Ontario to the rolling hills that extend up the Escarpment to Georgian Bay and on over to Central Ontario, for the adventurous every journey and each region reveals something new. 2015 Travel Guide 28 winecountryontario.ca
N 1 2 3 24 19 29 19 N GEORGIAN BAY 5 7 HWY400 26 COLLINGWOOD MEAFORD THORNBURY 48 99 8 KINGSTON BLUE MOUNTAINS 2 NEWMARKET 10 2 1404 4 MARKDALE NIXON 40 3 5 SIMCOE 10 6 E.MCDOWELL RD 1 DURHAM SHELBURNE 6 89 441 24 6 PORT DOVER 407 22N ST JOHN’S RD W MT. FOREST 400 31 RICHMOND HILL MARKHAM 92 3 VITTORIA 82 VAUGHAN 407 TURKEY POINT RD 3 404 24 STEELES AVE 375 401 PALMERSTON ARTHUR NORTH YORK 10 6 27 401 5 ELORA TURKEY DVP POINT LAKE ERIE 409 YORK 427A FALLS About the REGion USA Winemakers are eagerly cultivating vines in a number of areas across southern Ontario. This includes southern Georgian Bay, the Oak Ridges Moraine – an area that stretches east from the Niagara Escarpment to Northumberland County – and in the Norfolk County region, which resides between the Niagara and the Lake Erie appellations.REGION 1 / Close to Toronto 905-640-09091 ER1 Gallucci Winery 13204 Ninth Line, Stouffville L4A 7X3 905-775-49242 ER1 Holland Marsh Wineries 18270 Keele Street, Newmarket L3Y 4V9 905-738-94633 ER1 Magnotta Winery (Vaughan) 271 Chrislea Road, Vaughan L4L 8N6 905-642-94634 ER1 Willow Springs Winery 5572 Bethesda Road, Stouffville L4A 7X3 REGION 2 / Norfolk 519-586-98585 ER2 Burning Kiln Winery 1709 Front Road, RR 2, St. Williams N3Y 1P0 519-900-13816 ER2 Frisky & Gamble Cellars 138 Tisdale Road, Port Dover N0A 1N2 REGION 3 / Georgian Bay 519-371-95657 ER3 Coffin Ridge Boutique Winery 519-599-2255 599448 2nd Concession, North RR 1, Annan N0H 1B0 8 ER3 Georgian Hills Vineyards 496350 Grey Road 2, Blue Mountains N0H 1J0 2015 Travel Guide 29 winecountryontario.ca
CLOSE TO TORONTOFor residents of the GTA, Wine Country is not much more than a commute formost. To think that on the edges of a bustling city you can taste locally producedwine of this calibre! Take advantage of the convenience, but more to the point,take the opportunity to sample what is, for many, right in your backyard.ER1 Gallucci Winery ER1 Holland Marsh WineriesSituated just 30 minutes north of downtown Toronto is a little slice Located just north of Toronto within one of the richest agriculturalof Tuscany in Stouffville. A family owned and run business; Gallucci regions in Canada, Holland Marsh Wineries crafts a variety of smallWinery offers full-bodied reds, easy drinking whites and delightful batch reds, whites and Icewine. Guests are welcomed to explore theIcewine. Just off of the tasting room is a tranquil outdoor terrace stunning grounds and vineyard, sample wines at the tasting bar orwith picturesque views providing an oasis for wine seekers. call to join scheduled winery tours.Location Hours Location Hours13204 Ninth Line Summer 18270 Keele Street SummerStouffville L4A 7X3 Monday –Thursday 10 am – 6 pm Newmarket L3Y 4V9 Tuesday – Saturday905-640-0909 Friday 10 am – 8 pm 905-775-4924 10:30 am – 7 [email protected] Saturday 12 pm – 6 pm [email protected] Sunday 10:30 am – 6 pmgallucciwinery.com Sunday 12 pm – 5 pm hmwineries.ca Winter Winter Tuesday – Saturday Thursday, Friday 10 am – 6 pm 9:30 am – 6 pm Saturday 12 pm – 6 pm Sunday 9:30 am – 5 pm Sunday 12 pm – 5 pm 2015 Travel Guide 30 winecountryontario.ca
ER1 Magnotta Winery ER1 Willow Springs WineryAn architectural triumph, Magnotta’s flagship winery boasts an In 2001, Willow Springs was established on the Oak Ridges Moraineopulent retail store and wine boutique, two tasting bars and an in Stouffville. This location surprised many, but has since become aextensive collection of original art including works by the Canadian popular destination. Hybrid grape varieties like Baco Noir, MaréchalGroup of Seven, which have inspired the winery’s label designs. One Foch and Seyval Blanc flourish in the four-hectare vineyard; they areof Canada’s largest producers of Icewine, Magnotta is renowned for augmented by vinifera grapes purchased in Niagara, creating a fullits Sparkling Ice™, the world’s first sparkling Icewine, and VQA range of whites and reds crafted by Mario Testa.wines made by Peter Rotar. Location HoursLocation Hours 5572 Bethesda Road Monday – Saturday271 Chrislea Road Monday – Friday 9 am – 9 pm Stouffville L4A 7X3 11 am – 6 pmVaughan L4L 8N6 Saturday 8:30 am – 6 pm 905-642-9463 Sunday905-738-9463 Sunday 11 am – 5 pm [email protected] 12 pm – 5 pmor 1-800-461-9463 Daily 2 pm tours willowspringswinery.ca [email protected] Large groups by reservation magnotta.com NorfolkPositioned between Niagara Peninsula and Lake Erie North Shore’s traditionalWine Country, it was only a matter of time before a region like Norfolk startedplanting vines and developing its own singular reputation. With a diversity of newcrops replacing the traditional tobacco fields in this fertile region, there’s a freshsense of prosperity that is building here. It’s definitely worth investigating now. 2015 Travel Guide 31 winecountryontario.ca
Norfolk ER2 Burning Kiln Winery ER2 Frisky & Gamble Cellars Rooted in the agricultural significance of tobacco and Norfolk Frisky & Gamble Cellars is both a grower and producer of distinct County, Burning Kiln offers a vision of this emerging VQA region’s wines using cool-climate practices along with selective use of the bright future. The picturesque winery is a repurposed tobacco appassimento process. Located in Port Dover, home to sandy pack barn overlooking Long Point Bay on Lake Erie, close to some beaches, beautiful scenery, unique shops, the renown Lighthouse of the best vacation areas and beaches anywhere. Winemaker Festival Theatre, great restaurant selections and charming B&Bs. Luke Orwinski invites you to taste the award-winning wines and enjoy them on the patio paired with outstanding local fare from Location Hours the chefs at David’s on Tour. 138 Tisdale Road Summer Port Dover N0A 1N2 10 am – 6 pm Location Hours 519-900-1381 Sunday 12 pm – 5 pm 1709 Front Road, RR 2 Summer [email protected] Winter St. Williams N3Y 1P0 11 am – 8 pm friskybeaver.ca Monday to Friday 519-586-9858 Sunday – Monday 11 am – 6 pm smokeandgamble.ca 10 am – 5 pm [email protected] Winter Saturday 11 am – 5 pm burningkilnwinery.ca Saturday & Sunday 11 am – 5 pm Sunday 12 pm – 4 pm 2015 Travel Guide 32 winecountryontario.ca
GEORGIAN BAYGranted, there are major highways that can ferry you north towards GeorgianBay’s emerging wine region. However, the preferred route is along the secondaryroads that roll up through hills and small towns towards its shores. That way youcan scan the undulating countryside and, if approached properly, marvel at thestriking views of the southern shore as it appears in the distance.ER3 Coffin Ridge ER3 Georgian Hills Vineyards Boutique Winery Situated in the idyllic Beaver Valley on the southern shores ofSituated along a gravel road in Grey County, Coffin Ridge is a Georgian Bay, this small winery is reimagining an area historicallyrevelation for wine explorers. The modern tasting room opens to famous for its apple and pear orchards. Winemaker Lindsayan elevated deck overlooking Georgian Bay and the picturesque Puddicombe is committed to steering their cool-climate varietalsvineyard. Carefully researched winter hardy varieties flourish here, into vibrant fruit-driven whites, reds, rosé and fruit-based wines.with hybrids like L’Acadie Blanc and Marquette, crafted by The Blue Mountains can now proudly add a vineyard to theirSteve Byfield, gaining critical acclaim. lifestyle repertoire.Location Hours Location Hours599448 2nd Concession May – November 496350 Grey Road 2 Daily 11 am – 5 pmNorth RR 1 11 am – 6 pm Blue Mountains N0H 1J0 Annan N0H 1B0 Sunday 11 am – 5 pm 519-599-2255 519-371-9565 December – April [email protected] [email protected] Monday – Sunday georgianhillsvineyards.ca coffinridge.ca 12 pm – 5 pm 2015 Travel Guide 33 winecountryontario.ca
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SPAS 6 TASTINGS 3 MUSIC FESTIVALS 47 1 DRIVE-IN THEATRE 8 CYCLING TRAILS NIAGARA ESCARPMENT & TWENTY VALLEYOVER 6 WINERIES 16 HISTORICAL SITESCONSERVATIONAREAS TOEXPLORE 16 14PATIOS RESTAURANTS 4 ANTIQUE STORES 10 SPECIALTY STORES 2015 Travel Guide 35 winecountryontario.ca
1 23 45 67 8 9 10 11A TOTOHATOMRILOTNOTNO2850kmkm 78 NORTH SERVICE RD 74 N 68 LAKE 33 SOUTH SERVICE RD QEW 71 FIFTY RD 12 MAIN ST HIGHWAY 8 25 CASABLANCA BLVD81 MAIN STB ROBERTS RD34 MOUNTAIN RDGRIMSBY PARK RD SWINONA 26 RIDGE ROAD NORTH SERVICE RD 64 QEW SOUTH SERVICE RD 27C MOUNTAINVIEW RD BEAMSVILLELINCOLN AVE About the REGion ONTARIO ST 16 Niagara Escarpment is one of 39 KING ST BARTLETT RD 44D two regional appellations within the Niagara Peninsula. The 2 sheltering influence of the 22 ABERDEEN RD24 Niagara Escarpment from 32 31 HILLSIDE DR 30E westerly breezes combine with the dramatic slopes, sedimentary 13 18 soils, array of water courses 3 MOUNTAIN RD and Lake Ontario contributes to wines that are lively with a DUTCH LANEF distinct minerality.G TORONTO SOUTHERN ONTARIO NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE NIAGARA ESCARPMENT & TWENTY VALLEYHNiagara Escarpment & Twenty ValleyA dramatic feature that defines the entire region, the Niagara Escarpment alsocreates an ideal environment for grape growing. Discover award-winning wineriesand quaint villages filled with restaurants, galleries and shops – and take inspectacular views of the “bench” vineyards from the famed Bruce Trail.1 20E 13th Street Winery 1776 Fourth Avenue, St. Catharines L2S 0B9 905-984-84632 9D Angels Gate Winery 4260 Mountainview Road, Beamsville L0R 1B2 905-563-39423 9E Aure Wines 3749 Walker Road, Beamsville L0R 1B2 905-563-72564 14D Back 10 Cellars 4101 King Street, Beamsville L0R 1B1 905-562-33655 16F Calamus Estate Winery 3100 Glen Road, Jordan (Lincoln) L0R 1S0 905-562-93036 16E Cave Spring Cellars 3836 Main Street, Jordan L0R 1S0 905-562-35817 12C Cornerstone Estate Winery 4390 Tufford Road, Beamsville L0R 1B0 905-563-67588 19E Creekside Estate Winery 2170 Fourth Avenue, Jordan L0R 1S0 905-562-00359 12E De Sousa Wine Cellars 3753 Quarry Road, Beamsville L0R 1B0 905-563-726910 17D Di Profio Wines 4055 Nineteenth Street, Jordan L0R 1S0 905-562-708011 15G Domaine Queylus 3651 Sixteen Road, St. Anns L0R 1Y0 905-562-747412 15E Featherstone Winery & Vineyard 3678 Victoria Avenue, Vineland L0R 2C0 905-562-194913 9E Fielding Estate Winery 4020 Locust Lane, Beamsville L0R 1B2 905-563-0668 2015 Travel Guide 36 winecountryontario.ca
12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23ONTARIO PORT DALHOUSIE NORTH SERVICE RD 15 JORDAN 87 ONTARIO ST GREENLANE RD HAROUR LAKESHORE RD GENEVA ST 57 TUFFORD RD 55 51 QEW 47 MERRITT RD VINELAND SOUTH SERVICE RD 49 FIRST AVE 40 24 CHERRY AVE 48 46 MARTIN RDLE JOHN ST SECOND AVE 18 26 HONSBERGER AVE SEVENTH ST VICTORIA AVE FIFTH ST 7 TWENTYFIRST ST JORDAN 34 THIRD ST 81 MARTINDALE RD NINETEENTH ST 77 LAKE ST 9 JORDAN RD 1 45 FAIRLANE RD 35 CLAUS RD CULP RD RED MAPLE ST 28 36 4 17 10 19 406 MONTEBELLO MOYER RD PARK QUARRY RD 29 43 41 FOURTH AVE 8 ST. CATHARINES 37 23 KING ST 5 6 FIFTEENTH ST THIRTEENTH ST NINTH ST GLEN 46 ELEVENTH ST 12 ST. PAUL ST W 81 BALLS FIFTH ST FALLS FIRST ST S IXTH AVE GLEN RD VANSICKLE RD LOUTH ST SPIECE RD 73 5 NINETEENTH ST 14 SEVENTEENTH ST CAMPDEN TO FONTHILL 20 km SEVENTH 47 STA FF AVE TO HIGHWAY 20 11 km AVE 669 42 TWENTYFIRST ST EIGHT AVE 38 21 EIGHT AVE PELHAM RD 20 ST. ANNS 11 PELHAM RD SIXTEEN RD SHORT HILLS PARK Niagara-on-the-Lake Map, go to pages 60-61 > 14 17F Flat Rock Cellars 2727 Seventh Avenue, Jordan L0R 1S0 905-562-8994 15 15B Foreign Affair Winery (The) 4890 Victoria Avenue North, Vineland Station L0R 2E0 905-562-9898 16 10C Good Earth Vineyard & Winery (The) 4556 Lincoln Avenue, Beamsville L0R 1B3 905-563-6333 17 14D GreenLane Estate Winery 3751 King Street, Vineland L0R 2C0 905-562-7207 18 17C Harbour Estates Winery 4362 Jordan Road, Jordan Station L0R 1S0 905-562-6279 19 22D Harvest Estate Wines 1179 Fourth Avenue, St. Catharines L2R 6P9 905-682-0080 20 21G Henry of Pelham Family Estate 1469 Pelham Road, St. Catharines L2R 6P7 905-684-8423 21 20G Hernder Estate Wines 1607 Eighth Avenue Louth, St. Catharines L2R 6P7 905-684-3300 22 9D Hidden Bench Vineyards & Winery 4152 Locust Lane, Beamsville L0R 1B0 905-563-8700 23 15E Kacaba Vineyards & Winery 3550 King Street, Vineland L0R 2C0 905-562-5625 24 12D Kew Vineyards Estate Winery 4696 King Street, Beamsville L0R 1B1 905-563-1539 25 3A Leaning Post Wines 1491 Highway 8, Stoney Creek L8E 5K9 905-643-9795 26 10B Legends Estates Winery 4888 Ontario Street North, Beamsville L0R 1B3 905-563-6500 27 11B Magnotta Winery 4701 Ontario Street, Beamsville L0R 1B4 905-563-5313 28 13D Malivoire Wine Company 4260 King Street East, Beamsville L0R 1B0 905-563-9253 29 14E Megalomaniac John Howard Cellars of Distinction 3930 Cherry Avenue, Vineland L0R 2C0 905-562-5155 30 10E Mike Weir Winery 4041 Locust Lane, Beamsville L0R 1B2 905-563-1919 31 10D Mountain Road Wine Company 4016 Mountain Street, Beamsville L0R 1B7 905-563-0745 32 9D Organized Crime Winery (The) 4043 Mountainview Road, Beamsville L0R 1B2 905-563-9802 33 8C Peninsula Ridge Estates Winery 5600 King Street West, Beamsville L0R 1B0 905-563-0900 34 3B Puddicombe Estate Farms, Wines & Cider 1468 Highway 8, Winona L8E 5K9 905-643-1015 35 13D Red Stone Winery 4245 King Street, Beamsville L0R 1B1 905-563-9463 36 13D Rennie Estate Winery (located at Malivoire Winery) 4260 King Street, Beamsville L0R 1B0 905-563-9253 37 14E Ridgepoint Wines 3900 Cherry Avenue, Vineland L0R 2C0 905-562-8853 38 20F Rockway Vineyards 3290 Ninth Street, St. Catharines L2R 6P7 905-641-5771 39 9D Rosewood Estates Winery 4352 Mountainview Road, Beamsville L0R 1B2 905-563-4383 40 14C Royal DeMaria Wines ‘Canada’s Icewine Specialists’ 4551 Cherry Avenue, Vineland L0R 1B0 905-562-1380 41 16D Stoney Ridge Estate Winery 3201 King Street, Vineland L0R 2C0 905-562-1324 42 18F Sue-Ann Staff Estate Winery 3210 Staff Avenue, Jordan (Lincoln) L0R 1S0 905-562-1719 43 14E Tawse Winery 3955 Cherry Avenue, Vineland L0R 2C0 905-562-9500 44 9D Thirty Bench Wine Makers 4281 Mountainview Road, Beamsville L0R 1B0 905-563-1698 45 12F Vieni Wine & Spirits 4553 Fly Road, Beamsville L0R 1B2 905-563-6521 46 15E Vineland Estates Winery 3620 Moyer Road, Vineland L0R 2C0 1-888-846-3526 47 17F Westcott Vineyards 3180 Seventeenth Street, Jordan L0R 1S0 905-562-7517 2015 Travel Guide 37 winecountryontario.ca
WINE · ART · FOOD Enjoy wines by the glass Savour an artisan cheese board on our verandah Explore our art exhibits 1776 FOURTH AVENUE | ST. CATHARINES | 905.984.8463 Open Mon to Sat | June to Oct: 11am to 6pm | Nov to May: 10am to 5pm 13thstreetwinery.com 2015 Travel Guide 38 winecountryontario.ca
20E 13th Street Winery 9D Angels Gate WineryThis beautiful winery, located just west of St. Catharines, offers The distinctive, Mission-style winery sits just below the forestedguests the opportunity to experience exceptional wines with a focus Niagara Escarpment with a view of Lake Ontario and rollingon Gamay and traditional method sparkling wine. Sample their vineyards. Though opened in 2002, the winery’s vineyard plantingsmall-lot wines masterfully crafted by Jean-Pierre Colas then stroll dates back to the late 1970s and early 1980s. Over 20 differentthe grounds viewing the original art, visit the on-site bakery and wines are crafted by Australian winemaker Philip Dowell. Theenjoy a glass of wine on the veranda. Incredible wine club! Terrace offers excellent views to enjoy with wine by the glass service.Location Hours Location Hours1776 Fourth Avenue June – October 4260 Mountainview Road June – SeptemberSt Catharines L2S 0B9 Monday – Saturday Beamsville L0R 1B2 Monday – Saturday905-984-8463 11 am – 6 pm 905-563-3942 10 am – 5:30 [email protected] November – May 1-877-ANG-GATE (264-4283) Sunday13thStreetWinery.com Monday – Saturday [email protected] 11 am – 5:30 pm 11 am – 5 pm angelsgatewinery.com October – May 11 am – 5 pm9E Aure Wines 14D Back 10 CellarsFounded in 2007, Aure Wines is a family winery located at the top Back 10 Cellars is a small 10-acre vineyard located betweenof the Escarpment. The winery employs environmentally conscious Beamsville and Vineland that is producing small-batch wines madefeatures such as passive solar windows, natural temperature control from low-yielding vines planted in the red soils of the Lincolnand a green roof. Enjoy the awe inspiring views from the large Lakeshore sub-appellation. Look for artisanal, award-winningpicturesque windows while sampling classic house blends, the Riesling, Cabernet Franc, Rosé, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay wines,unique Marachal Foch or Barrel Fermented vintages. The winery is grown by Andrew and Christina Brooks and crafted by winemakeralso available for corporate or private events. Dave Johnson, from this boutique operation.Location Hours Location Hours3749 Walker Road Open March – December 4101 King Street April – June & September –Beamsville L0R 1B2 Saturday 11 am – 7 pm Beamsville L0R 1B1 December (Friday – Sunday)905-563-7256 Sunday 11 am – 5 pm 905-562-3365 11:30 am – 5:30 [email protected] Weekdays by appointment [email protected] July & August (Daily)aurewines.com Call for corporate or private back10cellars.com 11:30 am – 5:30 pm event details January – March (Saturdays) 11:30 am – 5:30 pm 16F Calamus Estate Winery 12C Cornerstone Estate WineryAlong serene back roads near Ball’s Falls Conservation area andthe Bruce Trail are the Calamus rustic wooden barns. Taste Arthur Family owned and operated since 2002, the 20-acre estateHarder’s award-winning wines made from our estate vineyards. produces a variety of award-winning, premium quality Amarone andBring a picnic, buy a glass of wine and relax on the deck or by the Ripasso styled wines made by 2012 Winemaker of the Year, Andrzejvines. Enjoy a self-guided vineyard walk or pre-book a tour with our Lipinski. Riesling, Cabernet Franc, Gewürztraminer, Pinot Gris,Calamus team. The 2nd floor loft is available for small weddings Chardonnay and Gamay are specialties. You will also find fruitand events. wines, Icewines and the must-try Port style wine.Location Hours Location Hours3100 Glen Road May 24 – December 31 4390 Tufford Road May – OctoberJordan (Lincoln) L0R 1S0 Daily 11 am – 5:30 pm (entrance from John Street) Wednesday – Sunday &905-562-9303 January 2 – May 23 Beamsville L0R 1B0 Holidays 11 am – 6 pmor 1-888-225-9866 Thursday – Monday 905-563-6758 November – [email protected] 11 am – 5:30 pm [email protected] Wednesday – Sunday &calamuswines.com Tours by appointment cornerstonewinery.com Holidays 11 am – 5 pm 2015 Travel Guide 39 winecountryontario.ca
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16E Cave Spring Cellars 19E Creekside Estate WineryCave Spring stands at the centre of charming Jordan Village. ThePennachetti family grasped the potential of the Beamsville Bench Since its inception in 1997, Creekside has consistently deliveredin the mid-‘70s. Today their wines beautifully capture the terroir of a relaxed, friendly atmosphere and exceptionally complex, brightthis prime sub-appellation. Nine iterations of Riesling by winemaker wines. The wine styling is decidedly bold, with winemaker RobAngelo Pavan are exemplary. Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Cabernet Power specializing in Syrah and Sauvignon Blanc as well as uniqueFranc also shine. Enjoy regional cuisine and lodging at Inn On blends, one-off single-barrel lots and small production varietals.the Twenty. The covered deck and grill is open summer weekends and features local, seasonal fare.Location Hours3836 Main Street June – September Location HoursJordan L0R 1S0 10 am – 6 pm, Tours 1:30 pm 2170 Fourth Avenue December – April905-562-3581 October – May Jordan L0R 1S0 11 am – 5 [email protected] Sunday – Thursday 905-562-0035 May – Novembercavespring.ca 10 am – 5 pm or 1-877-262-9463 10 am – 6 pm Friday – Saturday [email protected] Deck Lunch Service 10 am – 6 pm, Tours 1:30 pm creeksidewine.com May 22nd – October 11th Private tours by appointment Friday – Monday 11:30 am – 3:30 pm ESTATE WINERY LUNCH DECKWelcome to Creekside Estate FRI&SUNWinery, a relaxed wineutopia inhabited by a merry 11:30-5band of folk who believe that‘serious’ wines can only be SAT&MONmade with a generous pinch ofexperimentation and creativity. 11:30-3:30Since 1998 we’ve been pushingthe winemaking boundaries in WINEOntario and having heaps offun along the way. Come and YMOFEATKAHERREvisit the winery for amazingwines, rare bottlings and RETAIL STOREwickedly delicious weekendlunches on our covered deck. 1OP0EN -DA6ILY (11-5 DEC-APR)Cheers! VOTED ONE OF CANADA’S TOP 10 WINERIES 2015 Travel Guide 41 winecountryontario.ca
Niagara New Vintage festival JUNE 13-21/15The Tailgate Party is a celebrationof Niagara wineries uncorking theirseasonal best alongside top localchefs preparing farm-to-tablefavourites in the Grower of theYear’s own vineyard. You can alsotravel the wine route at your leisurewith a Discovery Pass. SEPT 12-27/15Experience the best in Niagaraduring the 64th wine countrycelebration in September. Travelthe wine route with a DiscoveryPass or enjoy live entertainment,food and wine tastings andeducational seminars inMontebello Park. festival FOR $5 OFF A DISCOVERY PASS* ENTER WCO15 JAN15-31/16 TO ORDER YOUR TICKETS ANDFor three weekends in January, PASSES CALL 905-688-0212Niagara is transformed into awintry wonderland celebrating OR VISIT US ONLINEone of Canada’s most cherishedproducts; Ontario Icewine. @NiagaraWineFestIndulge in gala celebrations, /NiagaraWineFestivalsoutdoor ice bars and more! niagarawinefestival.com *Offers expires Dec. 1, 2015
12E De Sousa Wine Cellars 17D Di Profio WinesA short trip up the Niagara Escarpment will take you a world away Di Profio Wines is one of Ontario’s newest and smallest wineries,at De Sousa Wine Cellars. The estate winery is surrounded by lush located near the village of Jordan. The 12-acre site features eightvineyards, gardens and groves of trees. Guests can relax with a glass varieties of grapes, a uniquely shaped gravity flow winery, The Zincof wine enjoyed with a cheese plate during the summer months on Wine Bar and Among the Vines Bed and Breakfast. In its three-yearthe winery patio. Picnic lunches welcome. existence this boutique winery has accumulated 42 wine awards under the care of winemaker Fred Di Profio.Location Hours3753 Quarry Road Summer Location HoursBeamsville L0R 1B0 Daily 11 am – 5 pm 4055 Nineteenth Street Summer905-563-7269 Winter Jordan L0R 1S0 Daily 11 am – 6 [email protected] Saturday & Sunday 905-562-7080 Winterdesousawines.com 11 am – 5 pm [email protected] Friday – Sunday diprofiowines.ca 11 am – 6 pm Or by appointment or chance15G Domaine Queylus 15E Featherstone Winery & VineyardDomaine Queylus is a newly established winery dedicated to aselect number of varietals adapted perfectly to the region’s soils and David Johnson and Louise Engel have poured their hearts into thismicroclimate. This premium winery crafts small lots of Pinot Noir, 23-acre, eco-friendly estate tucked into the Niagara Escarpment.Chardonnay, Merlot and Cabernet Franc from three estate vineyards Riesling best captures the terroir, but winemaker David Johnsonin Beamsville and on the Jordan Bench. The wines, made by also crafts award-winning Sauvignon Blanc, Rosé, Cabernet Franc,Thomas Bachelder, show complexity, finesse and minerality. and Chardonnay. In the summer, guests can enjoy a cheese board and glass of wine on the farmhouse veranda.Location Hours3651 Sixteen Road Summer Location HoursSt. Anns L0R 1Y0 Thursday – Sunday 3678 Victoria Avenue April, May &905-562-7474 10 am – 5 pm Vineland L0R 2C0 September – December1-855-queylus or by appointment 905-562-1949 Friday, Saturday & Sundayqueylus.com Winter [email protected] 11 am – 5:30 pm Visitors are welcome, please featherstonewinery.ca June – August just give us a call first! Daily 11 am – 5:30 pm Closed January – March9E Fielding Estate Winery 17F Flat Rock CellarsReflecting their Haliburton roots, the Fielding family has built a Since Flat Rock Cellars opened in 2005, Ed Madronich has injectedwinery with charming Northern Ontario-lodge ambience – set fun and enthusiasm into both the wine and the winery experience.high on the Beamsville Bench. Since opening in 2005, Fielding has The five-level gravity-fed winery sits atop the Escarpment with anbeen named one of Canada’s Top 10 wineries twice. Winemaker incredible 360° view of vineyards and Lake Ontario. ChardonnayRichie Roberts produces head-turning reds and vibrant, juicy, and Pinot Noir, made by Jay Johnston, are the winery’s focus butaromatic whites. Curtis Fielding was named Grape Grower of the Rieslings are consistently recognized among Canada’s best.the Year in 2012–2013. Location HoursLocation Hours 2727 Seventh Avenue May – October4020 Locust Lane June – September Jordan L0R 1S0 Sunday – Friday 10 am – 6 pmBeamsville L0R 1B2 11 am – 6 pm 905-562-8994 Saturday 10 am – 7 pm905-563-0668 October – May [email protected] November – April1-888-778-7758 11 am – 5:30 pm flatrockcellars.com Sunday – Friday 10 am – 5 [email protected] Tours by appointment Saturday 10 am – 6 pmfieldingwines.com 2015 Travel Guide 43 winecountryontario.ca
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15B Foreign Affair Winery (The) WINWhile living in Italy as the Ontario Trade Diplomat, Len Crispino AWEEKEND INwas inspired by Amarone wines. In 2000, he and wife Marisapurchased prime land in Vineland and applied the old-world WINEappassimento technique to a new-world setting. This pioneeringwork was recognized in the prestigious Premier’s Award for COUNTRY!Agri-Food Innovation. The welcoming boutique winery provideslasting, memorable wine experiences.Location Hours4890 Victoria Avenue North Daily 11 am – 5 pmVineland Station L0R 2E0905-562-9898or 1-877-AMARON1 (262-7661)[email protected] 10C Good Earth Vineyard Complete and bring your ballot to & Winery (The) any of the wineries listed in this travelNicolette Novak has created a most unique wine and culinary guide to be entered into adestination. Visit our sunny tasting room to try The Good EarthWinery’s food-friendly, hand-crafted wines made by Ross Wise, WINE COUNTRY ONTARIOand enjoy amazing bistro fare (think local flavours with global flair) WEEKEND GETAWAY CONTEST.in The Good Earth Bistro. Prize packageLocation Hours includes overnight accommodations for two;4556 Lincoln Avenue Daily 11 am – 5 pm lunch and dinner at winery restaurants, tours andBeamsville L0R 1B3 January 1 to March 31 tastings at four905-563-6333 Thursday – Monday local [email protected] 11 am – 5 pm (Approximate retail value $1,200 per package)goodearthfoodandwine.com Closed Tuesday & Wednesday Two prize draws will take place. First draw from ballots14D GreenLane Estate Winery postmarked or received betweenNestled along the Niagara Escarpment in the Twenty Valley, May 11, 2015 & September 30, 2015.GreenLane Estate Winery has a vineyard-first philosophy and strivesto craft wines that speak truthfully of their vineyard origins. The fruit Second draw from ballotsand vintage provide the path, while GreenLane provides the passion postmarked or received betweento create award-winning wines made by Dianne Smith. Guests are October 1, 2015 & April 1, 2016.invited to tour and taste in the winery’s tranquil surroundings. Full contest rules visitLocation Hours www.winecountryontario.ca3751 King Street May – October /contestrules.Vineland L0R 2C0 Daily 10 am – 6 pm No purchase necessary. Open to Ontario residents 19+. Limit one entry per person/household. Skill testing question required.905-562-7207 November – [email protected] Daily 11 am – 5 pmgreenlanewinery.com Or by appointment 2015 Travel Guide 45 winecountryontario.ca
2015 Travel Guide 46 winecountryontario.ca
17C Harbour Estates Winery 22D Harvest Estate WinesFive generations of the Mowat family have farmed in Niagara; Opened in 2001, Harvest Estates draws from the large vineyardthe last two are responsible for Harbour Estates, which has been holdings of Hernder Estate in the nearby Short Hills Benchgrowing grapes and making wine since 1999. The vineyard is situated sub-appellation. It is housed inside the Harvest Barn Fruit Market,on the waterfront of Jordan Harbour. Ken Mowat makes a wide one of the area’s finest produce, bakery and deli markets. Visitorsrange of affordable wines, with notable success for Riesling, Pinot can sample and purchase award-winning VQA and fruit winesGris, a white blend called Sunrise and a red blend called Midnight. made by Lydia Tomek and browse an array of giftware.Location Hours Location Hours4362 Jordan Road Daily 12 pm – 5 pm 1179 Fourth Avenue Daily 11 am – 6 pmJordan Station L0R 1S0 St. Catharines L2R 6P9905-562-6279 [email protected] [email protected] harvestwines.com21G Henry of Pelham 20G Hernder Estate Wines Family Estate Drive down the country lane that leads through a unique coveredFounded in 1988 by the Speck family, Henry of Pelham is a reliable bridge to a restored 1867 Victorian barn. The barn and hospitalityname in Ontario wine. Brothers Paul, Matthew and Daniel Speck play area is a magnet for all kinds of events including weddings. Thisup their “sibling rivalry” in popular white and red blends by the same picturesque property is so breathtaking that it has caught the eye ofname, but the portfolio runs much deeper with the iconic Baco Noir, many couples tying the knot. Enjoy daily wine tastings showcasing aRieslings (from maturing vines), Chardonnays, Cuvée Catharine wide range of wines all crafted by winemaker Lydia Tomek.bubbly and brilliant Icewines all crafted by Sandrine Bourcier. Location HoursLocation Hours 1607 Eighth Avenue Louth Daily 10 am – 5 pm1469 Pelham Road Summer St. Catharines L2R 6P7St. Catharines L2R 6P7 10 am – 6 pm 905-684-3300905-684-8423 Winter [email protected]@henryofpelham.com 10 am – 5 pm hernder.comhenryofpelham.com 9D Hidden Bench 15E Kacaba Vineyards & Winery Vineyards & WineryOwner Harald Thiel’s uncompromising attention to detail has In 1997, Michael Kacaba launched into the wine industry,landed this small, yet modern Beamsville Bench estate winery in the preserving a piece of prime vineyard benchland from a developer’sCanadian Wine Awards’ top 10 every year since it opened in 2007. bulldozer. Today, he is turning out multiple-award winners at thisHB’s focus is to showcase the terroir of the Beamsville Bench environmentally sustainable winery with a view of the Torontothrough award-winning Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Riesling, all skyline across Lake Ontario. Winemaker John Tummon crafts acrafted with organically certified estate fruit. full range of wines, including his signature full-bodied reds.Location Hours Location Hours4152 Locust Lane April – November 3550 King Street Daily 10 am – 6 pmBeamsville L0R 1B0 10 am – 6 pm Vineland L0R 2C0 Tours and bus groups905-563-8700 Tours 11 am 905-562-5625 by [email protected] Saturday & Sunday 1-866-522-2228 hiddenbench.com December – March [email protected] 10 am – 5 pm kacaba.com 2015 Travel Guide 47 winecountryontario.ca
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