A Beginner’s Guide to Exploring Ontario’s Vineyards

A vineyard in Ontario, Canada.

Sue-Ann Staff Winery

If you enjoy bold wines with a delicate touch, you’ll love Sue-Ann Staff Winery’s portfolio of outstanding Ontario wines, particularly their icewine selection. Try their award-winning 2016 Wisteria Tree Cabernet Franc Icewine for fruity notes of strawberry and cedar.

The Hare Wine Co.

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Known for their rich, full-bodied wines, The Hare Wine Co. hosts elevated wine tastings, pairing their fabulous VQA wines with a delicious meal. Take home a bottle of their 2018 Silver Noble Merlot—a complex red wine with notes of black plum, redcurrant, and raspberry.

Château des Charmes

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Located on a sprawling estate, Château des Charmes has been tended by the Bosc family for decades. With more than 40 vintages under their belts, they know great wine! Enjoy the refreshing flavour of their Brut Sparkling, which offers fresh notes of apple, pear, and key lime.

Cave Spring Vineyard

Drawing from four decades of experience, Cave Spring Vineyard produces some of the finest Riesling and Chardonnay wines in Niagara, on par with European counterparts. Their 2020 Riesling CSV is estate grown and features bright notes of grapefruit and honey lemon tea.

Bella Terra Vineyards

Nestled along the Four Mile Creek sub-appellation, Bella Terra Vineyards is steeped in Italian winemaking tradition. Try their 2020 Wild Ferment Riesling, which won a gold medal in the National Wine Awards with fresh flavours of mandarin, orange jelly, and green apple.

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