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Best Wineries to Visit

In 2021

Welcome to The Best Wineries to Visit in 2021. There are so many outstanding wineries in Canada, from the larger big company wineries to the small one person show. Our selections are listed in no particular order. Your thoughts are welcome!

Always check with the winery for its hours before visiting. Some wineries close for the winter. Most food services are seasonal.

British Columbia

Nighthawk Vineyards, Okanagan Falls
Nighthawk Vineyards, Okanagan Falls


40 Knots Estate Winery

2400 Anderton Road
Comox, BC V9M 4E5

40 Knots winery


One of most enjoyable wineries we have visited. A very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Wonderful facilities.

40 Knots Estate Winery was established in 2005 on 24 lush coastal acres in the heart of the Comox Valley. The winery was purchased by Brenda Hetman-Craig and Layne Craig in July 2014

A visitor wrote  " Our B&B owner highly recommended this winery as one of the best in the area. We arrived well before opening and saw that the gates were closed, so we phoned and they opened early for us. While the young lady who started serving us was very knowledgeable, the owner Layne introduced himself and led us through an amazing tasting of some of his best wines. We left with Ortega and his Pinot Noir which while only bottled 3 weeks prior showed huge potential. Thank you 40 Knots for showing us what quality wines can be produced on the island!" more


50th Parallel Estate Winery

 17101 Terrace View Rd
Lake Country,

50th Parallel Estate Winery

Amazing! Great wines, great staff, wonderful facilities. The owners are passionate about creating a perfect experience.

Curtis Krouzel and Sheri-Lee Turner-Krouzel are the Founders and forceful Management Team of 50th Parallel Estate. Grant Stanley formerly winemaker at Quails Gate is an investor, partner and winemaker.

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Alderlea Vineyards Ltd

1751 Stamps Road
Duncan, V9L 5W2

Alderlea

 

See the way a small family winery based on passion and hard work can be very successful.  Situated on a south-facing ridge in the Cowichan Valley, overlooking Quamichan Lake. The vineyard is sheltered from the coastal Pacific winds by Mount Prevost and is one of the warmest locations in the Cowichan Valley.

The winery is one of the island's oldest founded by Roger and Nancy Dosman. They retired in 2017 selling to Zac and Julie  Brown.


 

Bench 1775

775 Naramata Rd
Penticton, 

Bench 1775


Bench 1775 Winery is located on a spectacular 30 acre waterfront vineyard property near Penticton. The winery provides stunning 180 degree views of Okanagan Lake.

One customer reaction "to die for patio"

The wines are good winning numerous awards.

 


Black Swift Vineyards

 2345 Boucherie Rd
West Kelowna

Black Swift Vineyards

 

One of the most unique wineries in the Okanagan. Go for the fun of it, go for the architecture. Its location over looking Okanagan Lake beautiful.

Go for the wines produced by winemaker Jason Parker.

Part of the Terrabella Winery group


Blue Grouse Estate Winery

 2182 Lakeside Road
Duncan, BC V9LM

Blue Grouse Estate

Blue Grouse Estate is comprised of 65 acres tucked away on a sunny Vancouver Island slope in the Cowichan Valley, on Vancouver Island.

When one leaves Blue Grouse they the remember great hospitality, fine wines and a beautiful spot to relax and sense of enjoyment for Natural British Columbia.

The architecture of the tasting room and winery reflects the body shape of the Blue Grouse. You must see it to believe it.

There is a Guest House among the vines.


Ciao Bella

3252 Glencoe Rd,
West Kelowna

Ciao Bella

On trip advisor Ciao Bella has a perfect 5 star rating and numerous recommendations.

Ciao Bella Winery is a family owned and operated vineyard and winery in West Kelowna, BC. They are proudly producing Okanagan wines with Italian flair. The Fiume family originated from Italy where they had grown grapes for generation.

The grounds are well kept beautiful. Home made bread can be enjoyed at the winery or taken home.

The picnic area is licensed and you can enjoy their vino right along with a Spuntini (Charcuterie the Italian Way!)...Italian Meats and Cheeses...Buonissimo They also have a mini Espresso bar.


Chaberton Estate Winery

1064-216th St.,
Langley, BC V2Z 1R3

Chaberton Estate Winery

The first winery to open in the Fraser Valley in 1975. The winery grew in popularity due to its high wines. Know for its Ortega and estate grown Bacchus.

The Bacchus Bistro, which serves authentic French bistro cuisines prepared with local ingredients and a West Coast flair added to the wineries popularity.

Seems like every year the winery has to add parking space.


Crowsnest Estate Vineyards

2035 Surprise Rd,
Cawston

Yes a surprise does awaits you on Surprise Rd in Cawston. Well only for non residents of Cawston. The local folkes seem to really appreciate the wineries, wines, bakery and restaurant.

I was quite impressed when we visited this summer.

Keep you eye on Crowsnest.

 


Dirty Laundry Vineyards

7311 Fiske St
Summerland, BC V0H 1Z2

 

Scherzinger Vineyards was originally bought by Edgar and Elizabeth Scherzinger as a cherry orchard. The orchard was removed and in its place Gewürztraminer was planted in 1978, then eventually Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.

The Scherzinger Vineyards was purchased by Ron and Cher Watkins, They changed the name to Dirty Laundry in 2005. Success followed and expansion was necessary so the Watkins sold to Bob Campbell, Hermann Teichtmeister and partnership in 2007. The group expanded, planting about 50,000 vines on several sites in the Summerland area. Expansions begun in 2010, including separate wineries for white and red wines, are designed to grow Dirty Laundry to a production of 20,000 cases. The winery has tripled its tasting room, added a conference and party room, added parking for buses and has build a new patio cantilevered over the vineyard.

The Marketing company that came up with Blasted Church suggested Dirty Laundry. Back in the 1800’s a former railway builder named Sam Suey decided he’d had enough of the hard labour pounding spikes and laying track, and opened a laundry in Summerland where the labourers could bring their work clothes for washing. While they sat around waiting for the clothes to air dry, the men would play cards and gamble. Soon Suey spotted another opportunity. He converted the floor above the laundry into a gaming hall and bordello. 

The winery has an excellent Pizza restaurant called the Red Iron Grillie. The restaurant over looks the valley. They host numerous events through out the year.

You have to pass a washing line hung with underwear to get into the shop! 


Ex Nihilo Vineyards

1525 Camp Rd,
Lake Country

Ex Nihilo Vineyards

 

One person describes Ex Nihilo as "Absolutely the most beautiful venue in the Lake Country region"

Jeff and Decoa Harder founded Ex Nihilo with partners from Alberta, Jay and Twila Paulson after a trip to Napa Valley inspired them Ex Nihilo is a Latin term meaning "out of nothing".

Ex Nihilo debuted in 2008 by enlisting The Rolling Stones rock band as a partner in a brand of icewine called Sympathy for the Devil, the title of one of the band’s most famous songs.

Driving into the winery you are immediately surrounded by vines leading to an elegant tasting room.

Awarded Lieutenant Governor’s Wine Award for their 2014 Pinot Noir

CHAOS Bistro is a pizza lovers delight.


Four Shadows Vineyard and Winery

250 Upper Bench Road South,
Penticton

Four Shadows Vineyard and Winery

 

Word of mouth is what gets the new Four Shadows vineyards a spot on out Best Wineries to visit in 2021.

 Joka & Wilbert Borren own the winery which is named after a photo taken of their four sons.

One comment I heard:

"Amazing place! It was our first stop and in my opinion, the best wine tasting experience of our trip! You cannot leave without buying their exquisite wine! The owner, his son and staff were super friendly"


Fort Berens Estate Winery Ltd

1881 BC-99
Lillooet, BC 

Fort Berens Estate Winery Ltd

One of the most beautiful locations possible Fort Berens Estate Winery Ltd is located in Lillooet.

Lillooet is located on the Fraser River, 325 km north of Vancouver. The community is one of the oldest in the province, it was a supply point for miners heading to the Caribou gold fields when the gold rush began in 1858.

The winery is open all year and is worth the drive. If you visit from May through October, leave enough time to enjoy a delicious locally-sourced wine-paired meal on their patio overlooking the vineyard.

Award winning wines, amazing facilities!


Harpers Trail

 2761 Shuswap Rd
Kamloops, BC

Harpers Trail Winery

One the wineries that put Kamloops on the wine map of British Columbia. In fact they were the first winery to open in Kamloops.

Enjoying their exceptional wines on their patio while admiring the panoramic views of the vineyard and hoodoos.

The winery has a moderate western theme

Harper’s Trail Pioneer Block Riesling 2018 winnerBritish Columbia Lieutenant Governor’s Wine Awards.


Hainle Vineyards

5355 Trepanier Bench Road,
Peachland British Columbia

Hainle  First Icewine

Hainle Vineyards Estate Winery became BC’s 8th estate winery in 1972, is the birthplace of North American Icewine and became Canada’s first certified organic winery in 1988.

Founded by Walter Hainle, Hainle vineyards started in 1972 and was family owned until 2001 when the Huber family bought the winery. The Huber family traces their family winemaking back to 1167 where they started growing grapes for King Henry the Lion.

The winery claims many "1st" in the wine and even claims to 1st Canadian Winery who was served at the 80th Anniversary Oscar Awards.

Their history alone is worth the visit. Excellent wines!


Kraze Legz Vineyard and Winery

141 Fir Ave.
Kaleden, BC 

Kraze Legz Vineyard and Winery

The small family winery owned by Gerry and Sue Thygesen has one amazing view. They sit on a hill overlooking Skaha Lake and the vineyards.

Gary and Sue are excellent hosts

It is a fun winery to visit with excellent wines!


Kismet Estate Winery

316 Rd 20
Oliver

Kismet Estate Winery

The Oliver winery get excellent reviews for its wines and hospitality.  There is an indoor-outdoor patio restaurant attached to the winery (Masala Bistro), which serves delicious East Indian dishes.

The success of the winery is due to the hard work and dedication of the Dhaliwal family. The business started over twenty years ago frowning grapes for others before deciding to produce their own wines. they have vineyard locations starting from North of Oliver to the south of Osoyoos. Each vineyard location has been chosen extensively and carefully to produce the best quality of grapes.


The winery is owned by Balwinder Dhaliwal and Sukhwinder Dhaliwal


Lake Breeze

930 Sammet Rd
Naramata, BC V0H 1N0

Lake Breeze

 

A well designed winery featuring very good wines. The winery is located on the eastern hillside overlooking Okanagan Lake. Historically an orchard, the first European vinifera were planted in 1985. Lake Breeze Vineyards is proud to be the first winery in Canada to grow and produce Pinotage, the native South African variety.

The patio restaurant has a nice menu with excellent service.


Monte Creek

2420 Miner's Bluff Rd
Monte Creek, BC

Monte Creek Winery

Located east of Kamloops and west of Chase close Highway #1. The winery features mountain and river views. There is a very nice patio restaurant.

Hospitality is good as are the award winning wines. A must winery to visit in 2021.

 


Nighthawk Vineyards

2735 Green Lake Rd
Okanagan Falls, 

Nighthawk Vineyards

 

Nighthawk Vineyards is a boutique family farm gate winery, overlooking the scenic Green Lake valley above Okanagan Falls. 

Nighthawk Vineyards is the passion of two families…Daniel & Christy Bibby and their children, and David & Melanie Flotten. The winery is named after the majestic birds found in the valley.

A visitor to the winery wrote: "What makes this winery special - everything"

"Lovely owner prepares the wine tasting-incredibly friendly and genuinely happy you visited. Wines are spectacular -the Gewürztraminer and the Chardonnays are outstanding!! Beautiful setting and wines well priced. Don't miss this place-a real find in the South Okanagan!!" Diana and Parker K-Tsawasssen


Noble Ridge Vineyard & Winery

2320 Oliver Ranch Road
Okanagan Falls, BC V0H 1R0


Noble Ridge Vineyard Winery lays in the Okanagan Valley at the northern most tip of the only desert in Canada. The winery is named for the noble varieties of grapes grown and the ridge that divides the land on which they thrive.

The winery overlooks Vaseux Lake proving a gorgeous view.

Ranked #1 on TripAdvisor Experience for Okanagan Falls. Their trip advisor ranking is a perfect five.


 

Okanagan Crush Pad

6576 Fosbery Rd
Summerland, BC  V0H 1Z6

 

We visit the winery this year and was quite impressed by its location, its entrance, its design, its vineyards, its staff and most important its wines.

The Okanagan Crush Pad winery is state-of-the-art. It features long banks of concrete tanks, clay amphorae, and large format neutral oak casks. The guest center is built into the heart of the facility, offering visitors a rare glance into the art of winemaking.

 

 


 

Painted Rock

400 Smythe Dr.
Penticton, BC V2A 8W6

Painted Rock Photo by Robert A Bell

Consistently high quality wines year after year. Focused on crafting ultra-premium, terroir driven red wines, Painted Rock Estate Winery was founded with a family legacy in mind by John and Trish Skinner in 2004. Named InterVin International Winery of the Year for 2018/2019, the winery produces primarily Bordeaux red varieties, along with a Chardonnay, Rosé and Syrah.

The vineyard, growing about 50,000 vines, has been developed on property south of Penticton and east of Skaha Lake that old-timers still call Braeside Farms. 60-acre Blackhawk property is owned by John Skinner. It was decided to plant the primary red components of the classic Bordeaux blends, including a small planting each of Malbec and Petite Verdot to provide spice for their blend and to broaden blending options for their winemake.

The architecture is amazing. They overlook the lake.

2017 Red Icon named Wine of the Year by Decanter

 


Red Bird Estate Winery

1046 Lamont Rd
Creston

Red Bird Winery

If you enjoy visiting the small family winery this one is for you. You can turn into the driveway and receive a friendly wave from the owner working in the vineyard.

The same person will also guide you through your tasting experience, One visitor wrote "If you are looking for great wine and a passionate family committed to their craft, check this out. Amazing experience due to owners kindness, knowledge and humility. A treasure."


River Stone Estate Winery

143 Buchanan Dr
Oliver


A small family winery owned by Ted and Lorraine Kane. and family. Reviews are very good for the winery from their hospitality to the quality of their wines.

They have a cottage you stay in the vineyard.

Numerous events held through out the year.


Ripples Estate Winery

 3387 Tolmie Rd,
Abbotsford, BC

Ripples Estate Winery

Unique in many ways. This family run winery is located in the beautiful farming region just east of Abbotsford. It also operates a a nursery for water plants, nestled amongst the secret gardens of Woodbridge Ponds.

The winery is a family operated business along with the help and support from friends. Paul and Caroline Mostertman are the owner with help from their daughter.

They specializing in Blueberry Wine but make some very good grape wines too. They have an event filled calendar.

They have recently added distilled spirits.

RIPPLES


Ruby Blues Winery

 917 Naramata Rd
Penticton, BC V2A 8V1


Ruby Blues Winery, possibly the funkiest small boutique winery on the stunningly beautiful Naramata bench in the South Okanagan. Barbara and I had a most enjoyable visit to the winery in September.

Wonderful covid19 protocols in place.

A charming winery with an upbeat theme. Our tasting was hosted by co-owner Prudence Mahre.

Its not about making money its about the enjoyment of bringing wine and knowledge to the people.


Rust Wines

4444 Golden Mile Dr
Oliver, British Columbia

Rust Wines

You can never go wrong visiting any of the wineries on Olivers Golden Mile. You must visit Rust Wines.

Its new yet its old. Visit and find out what I mean!

Visitors to Rust will enjoy one of the most breathtaking views in the valley overlooking the Black Sage Bench to the east and Osoyoos to the south, as well as the rolling hills behind the winery that bathe in the Okanagan light.


Serendipity

990 Lower Debeck Rd
Naramata, BC
V0H 1N0

Serendipity winery

The passion and hard work of owner Judy Kingston and her daughter Katie O'Kell have made Serendipity one of the best wineries in Naramata.

People rave about their outdoor Bistro dining. Fine cuisine among the vines.

Their cellar of wines is excellent.


Seaside Pearl Farm Estate Winery

5290 Olund Rd
Abbotsford, BC

Seaside Pearl Farm Estate Winery


A Fraser Valley Gem! Just the location alone is worth the visit. But upon arrival you say to yourself this is how a winery should look.

One enters the winery through an iron gate then along the driveway next to vineyards and horse pastures, towards the chapel style tasting room. Where friendly warm hospitality awaits you along with good wines.

Your host and co-owner Allison Zimmerman puts together a very nice cheese tray, featuring cheeses from a neighbouring farm to go along with the tastings.

The new barrel room is impressive. A wonderful place for your event.

Seaside


Seven Stones

1143 BC-3
Cawston, BC V0X 1C3

The charming winery is one of a few in the Similkameen Valley that over looks the river. Wines of British Columbia’s Best of BC Wine Country Award for best tour went to Seven Stones for its Cave tour.

The Caves can be listed as Do Not Miss. The caves have recently been recognized as a world-class cellar.

 

 


Silver Sage Winery

 4852 Ryegrass Rd,
Oliver

Silver Sage Winery

Silver Sage Winery was established by Anna and Victor Manola over thirty years ago. Set on the bank of Oxbow Creek, which meanders gently through the vineyard, Silver Sage offers a picturesque view of the surrounding mountains and countryside.

Known for its hospitality and quality wines. The winery offers three luxury guest suites for you to enjoy.

Do not miss this charming winery.

 


Time Winery and Kitchen

361 Martin St
Penticton

Time Winery and Kitchen

 

For a urban winery this is pretty exciting place to visit. The former PenMar Cineplex was turned into a new Urban Winery for the South Okanagan.

The facilities are impressive. The hospitality outstanding and the food divine. All this is top by an excellent cellar of fine wines.


The View

2287 Ward Rd
Kelowna, BC 

The view

A small east Kelowna winery with a unique winery facility. Its charm makes it worth the visit. There is a very nice view of the lake.

The wines are outstanding as is the hospitality. If your looking for something different that those large mansion style wineries make sure you visit The View.

Also the home of Wards Cider.


Wild Goose Vineyards

2145 Sun Valley Way
Okanagan Falls, B.C.

 


It all began in early 1983 when founder Adolf Kruger purchased a barren piece of land east of Okanagan Falls. Upon his return to his newly purchased property he discovered a large flock of Canada geese feeding amongst the tumbleweeds, boulders, and rubble. As he approached, the flock of geese took flight and flew to the north.  This vision inspired Adolf to call the property Wild Goose Vineyards.

Visit the winery ask them about all the historical step they took to help make the Okanagan the successful wine region it is today.

Visit the Smoke & Oak Bistro to dig into some amazing salads, burgers, sandwiches and meats from the Smoker.

Above all taste the amazing wines! 

 

Ontario

By Chadsey's Cairns Winery and Vineyard
By Chadsey's Cairns Winery and Vineyard

Angels Gate Winery

4260 Mountainview Road
Beamsville Ontario

Angels Gate Estate Winey

 

 

 

Just a short drive from Toronto one can find the very attractive Angels Gate Estate Winery. The winery first opened in 2002 and has been very successful.

 The “mission” style building was designed to commemorate the Congregation of Christian Sisters who once owned the property. Look for the distinct gables and the tower - elements typical in a mission-style building.

You will also be impressed with the grounds.

The Terrace offers a Pizza and Flat bread menu.



Bonnieheath Estate Lavender & Winery

410 Concession 12 Townsend,
Waterford

 

Located on a picturesque rural road in bountiful Norfolk County, minutes from the lakeside community of Port Dover

Beautiful grounds, lovely lavender gardens, cute wine shop. Friendly service. Good wines and cider.

Additionally, you will find environmental projects on the farm such as the growing of native grasses and wildflowers to promote biodiversity and pollinator habitat, as well as a wetland, which attracts many species of wildlife. 


By Chadsey’s Cairns

17432 Loyalist Parkway
Wellington, Ontario
K0K 3L0


By Chadsey’s Cairns, has become an iconic county touchstone. Named after Ira Chadsey, an early settler who built stone cairns at the back of the farm to guide him home in the afterlife when he returned as a white horse

The tasting room, a historic apple house from the 1850s. It’s the heart of this glorious and storied farm with its sweeping landscape views, grand barns overlooking the lake, picnic tables under shady maples and poignant gravestones in the Chadsey pioneer cemetery. 

A perfect place to visit.


Casa-Dea Estates Winery  

1186 Greer Rd
Wellington, 


Highly recommended to us by numerous visitors to the winery.

 La Pergola Restaurant & Patio is located at our winery and overlooks our main vineyard. Serving Italian inspired food made with locally sourced ingredients. 

The Guest House the 'Casa del Silenzio', located at the winery, just steps away from the vineyard, tasting bar and patio restaurant.


Creekside Estate Winery  

2170 Fourth Ave
Jordan Station


The winery is known for its hospitality and amazing staff.

Creekside Estate began in 1998 as the vision of owners Peter Jensen and Laura McCain-Jensen. They saw a winery wholly devoted to producing premium VQA wines exclusively from the Niagara Peninsula. They began with 15 acres near Lake Ontario close to the town of Jordan.

A state-of-the-art production facility was built in 1999, featuring stainless steel tanks with extensive refrigeration, a modern bottling line, and an efficient crush pad with a gentle air-bladder press. All additions were steered toward producing wines of uncompromising quality. In 2000, a third building was added to house a showpiece underground barrel cellar with a 600 barrel capacity and an on-site warehouse. This cellar was a state of the art design that captured modern practicality with old-world charm. Creekside has one of the largest underground barrel cellars in Niagara.

 


Colaneri Estate Winery

348 Concession 6 Road,
Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario

Colaneri Estate Winery is family owned and operated, beautifully situated on the St. David`s Bench in Niagara`s wine region. Perhaps the biggest winery in Canada, featuring old world charm. The building is 31,000 square feet featuring a beautiful fountain in the middle

Mike Colaneri had the vision of creating the winery in the shape of a “C”, not only for the family name, but to embrace the captivating view. Designed in a Romanesque style.

The winery features a number of special evens through out the year



Dark Horse Estate

70665 B Line
Grand Bend, ON

Located in Huron County, Ontario’s newest wine region,the 31,000-sq.-ft. facility will house state-of-the-art winemaking technology, exceptional vineyards, patio, VIP reception area and a full-service meeting/banquet space.

It's incredible designed faculties alone makes it worth the visit but so are the wines.


De Simone Vineyards

865 Niagara Stone Road
Niagara-on-the-Lake

 

In 1967, the Vince De Simone and family immigrated to Canada with only a few dollars in their pockets.  Vincenzo’s parents worked long, hard hours to provide for their family, eventually opening three variety stores in the city of St. Catharines.  In 1991 they purchased the farm of their dreams and worked the farm, opening a family run fruit stand that still exists to this day. 

A true success story. De Simone Vineyards is located in the heart of Niagara-On-The-Lake within the Four Mile Creek Appellation.  They have established a reputation for fine wines and very good hospitality


Fielding Estate Winery

4020 Locust Ln, Beamsville
ON L0R 1B2


Fielding Estate Winery

For over 15 years, the Fielding Family has been welcoming guests to Fielding Estate Winery nestled on Niagara's Beamsville Bench. It has been one of the stars of Ontario for years.

The wines are premium quality VQA wines, produced from 100 percent Niagara-grown grapes, which reflect both the characteristics of our estate vineyards and the growing conditions of the vintage from which they originate.

The Wine Lodge itself pays tribute to Northern Ontario’s cottage country, crafted from cedar, stone and glass with a breathtaking view of Toronto across Lake Ontario. Inside you will discover our award-winning wines, meet our passionate team and share our excitement for winemaking.

The winery is owned by Heidi and Curtis Fielding. In 2012, Curtis was crowned the Grape King by the Ontario Growers of Ontario for his commitment to the industry and acted as the ambassador throughout the 2012/13 season. Curtis has also been a recipient of a 40 under 40 award as well as a finalist in Young Farmers of Canada. 

Richie Roberts, Fielding's winemaker, came to Fielding Estate Winery after studying at Brock University’s prestigious Cool Climate Oenology and Viticulture Institute to be the head of the winemaking team

For the winter Fielding has set up domes to cover their out door tables.



Gravel Hill

567 Closson Rd
Hillier


 

Opening in 2016 a family owned winery. The winery is owned by Chris Karja and his wife Michelle. Chris's first contact with making wine came in his grandfathers basement

A visitor to the winery wrote

Our visit to the Vineyard was like visiting an old friend. It’s a very casual atmosphere and the proprietor was so friendly and kind. We enjoyed our tasting and bought several bottles to bring home. Of all the places we visited in Prince Edward County, the wines from Gravel Hill Vineyards have been my favourite. I highly recommend this hidden gem.

 

 


Hare Wine Co

769 Niagara Stone Road
Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario

The Hare, fittingly a symbol of fertility and good fortune, celebrates Niagara-on-the-Lake’s historical bounty. When you step into The Hare Wine Co., you will sense a shift in time to the founding days of this vibrant and abundant agricultural area

From an e-mail sent to me

Delicious wine...beautiful, clean winery...friendly, helpful staff. Enjoyed our visit and will definitely be back!

The 10 acre farm is mapped inside the Four Mile Creek sub-appellation which is noted for its many creeks that provide natural drainage ideal for premium grape growing.



Henry of Pelham

1469 Pelham Rd
St. Catharines, ON 

The historical winery Henry of Pelham. The winery sits on the land granted to the Great-great-great grandpa Nicholas Smith, in 1794.

Henry, Nicholas’ youngest son, builds an inn, tavern and carriage house on the property. He signs the tavern’s liquor license “Henry of Pelham” as a joking reference to a past British prime minister, Sir Henry Pelham. The name sticks. He plants some of Canada’s first vineyards.

The history alone makes the winery well worth visiting. Today you find modern wine making techniques, picnic tables a cafe and beautiful vineyards. There is also family cemetery and Canada’s largest underground barrel cellar. 


Hidden Bench Winery

4152 Locust Ln
Beamsville, ON L0R 1B0


Owner Harald Thiel's uncompromising attention to detail has landed Hidden Bench in the Canadian Wine Awards' top 10 every year since the winery opened in 2007 .

A cozy patio allows you to relax and enjoy the wines.

It is one of the most popular wineries in Ontario.


Huff Estate Winery

2274 Prince Edward County Rd 1
Bloomfield, ON


Highly recommended !

Huff Estates Winery was constructed with one thing in mind – producing high quality wines. The state-of-the-art facility has its crush pad and fermentation tanks sitting on top of a hill allowing for a natural gravity flow into the barrels below, which sit just behind the contemporary tasting bar. An indoor seating area is open for lunch from May to October, where you can sit back, relax and even listen to live music every Sunday from 2-5 throughout the summer. 

There is also a 21 room Inn . The inn is located adjacent to Huff Estates Winery, Oeno Gallery and a sculpture garden, all nestled amongst the vines


Jackson-Triggs Estate Winery

2145 Niagara Stone Road
Niagara-on-the-Lake

 

 

A perfect winery to visit to see what a modern up to date larger winery looks like.

An intimate guided tour explores every aspect of winemaking in this state-of-the-art, gravity-flow assisted  facility, including sampling of premium VQA wines along the way. The Entourage Room and patio are open seasonally for food samplings to mix and match with a glass of our exceptional wine.

Summer Concert Series staged in the open-air amphitheatre is presented from June through September.


Megalomaniac

3930 Cherry Avenue
Vineland, Ontario

Megalomaniac

A beautiful winery!  Perched on the highest point of the southern section of the Niagara Escarpment, with incredible panoramic views of Lake Ontario, and the skylines of Toronto and Niagara Falls.

Megalomaniac's facility includes two private event rooms, an expansive tasting room, and outdoor patio space on the first and second floor. They are able to host dinners for up to 96 people, or receptions for up to 120 people

Owned and operated by John Howard, Megalomaniac began as a retirement project to help raise funds for the Kids’ Health Links Foundation.

The magnificence of the barrel room is overwhelming.

The cellars and vineyards of Megalomaniac sit on a 96-acre site in Vineland



North 42 Degrees

130 County Road 50 E,
Colchester, Ontario, N0R 1G0

 

 

 Martin Gorski and Suzanne Dajczak are the happily married co-owners of North 42 group of companies including North 42 Degrees Estate Winery, North 42 Farms, an active grain farming operation and Serenity Lavender Farm.

Customer reviews mention the fine service and wonderful grounds.

Set among and 18 acre vineyard and lavender farm the Bristol 42 restaurant boasts spectacular views of the vines and lake


Peninsula Ridge Estate Winery

5600 King St
Beamsville


 

Sitting majestically at the gateway to Niagara with spectacular views of Lake Ontario and the Toronto Skyline.

The restaurant is set in our historic “Queen Anne Revival” Victorian mansion perched on the brow of the Beamsville Bench and features a great outdoor patio for dining during our long summer days and nights

The Restaurant at Peninsula Ridge was named one of the “100 Best Outdoor Dining Restaurants in Canada 2019” by Open Table diner reviews!

Already this year The Restaurant at Peninsula Ridge received awards in the categories of “100 Most Romantic Restaurants in Canada 2019 and
“100 Best Brunch Restaurants in Canada 2019”

Their wines among the top selling at the LCBO


Ravine Vineyard Estate Winery

1366 York Rd
St. Davids, ON 

It is impossible to leave out Ravine Vineyards located in St Davids. A winery, a restaurant and grocery store.

The farm here has been part of Norma Jean Harber’s family since 1867. Now she and her husband Blair, alongside winemaker Martin Werner, produce premium small-batch organic Chardonnays, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlots. 

The Canning House showcases the Niagara gastronomy and crafts.



Rosewood Estate

4352 Mountainview Rd
Beamsville, ON

A stunning estate winery in Beamsville.

The Rosewood story begins over 80 years ago when R.W. Roman’s passion for beekeeping and mead began as a teenager in Ukraine. After arriving in Canada, he continued keeping bees alongside his son, Eugene Roman, who quickly fell in love with the craft. Years later, during Eugene & Renata’s honeymoon to Niagara-on-the-Lake, the two fell in love with the region for its natural beauty, people and wines.

From honey to grape wines Rosewood has it all!


Redstone Winery
4245 King St,
Beamsville ON 

Wow what can you say about this remarkable winery. Named 2017 winery of the years. Winner of more rewards they we have space to mention. The 38-acre Lincoln Lakeshore property was purchased in 2009 by Moray Tawse and is home to a newly opened hospitality centre and a locally-inspired restaurant.

Paul Pender is the director of Viticulture and Winemaking. Rene Van Ede is the winemaker

We believe that a biodynamic wine produced from quality fruit sourced from a healthy vineyard contributes to both the health of the land and the pleasure and well being of the individual enjoying a glass.


Sandbanks Estate Winery

17598 Loyalist Pkwy
Wellington, ON K0K 3L0

Sandbanks Winery

A social media favourite so many good comments about the winery.

The owner of the winery is Catherine Langlois. Catherine studied winemaking in Burgundy. She worked briefly for an Ontario winery before seeking her own property in 1999.

You can enjoy your tasting outdoors in the beautiful outdoor gazebo tasting bar overlooking the vineyard. 

The winery is home to resident artist Rita Thivierge contemporary art gallery. 



Spirit Tree Estate Cidery

1137 Boston Mills Rd
Caledon, Ontario


A food-lover’s destination in a unique straw bale building. Sweet apple cider and pub-style hard cider. Wood-fired stone oven bakery producing artisan breads, pies and pastries. Ontario cheeses, produce & preserves. Tasting room & patio.

The Cider-house Bistro offers lunch and pair a plate with a tasting of one of their Artisinal Ciders, or try our wood-fired oven pizzas Friday and Saturday nights.

They bake some incredible wood oven baked breads. 


Stratus Vineyards

2059 Niagara Stone Rd

Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON L0S 1J0

Stratus Vineyards

Located in  the historic town of Niagara-on-the-Lake, Stratus Vineyards is a gravity flow winery, distinguished by its LEED-certified facility, its commitment to sustainability and wines of outstanding quality.

Tasting room, boutique and hospitality suites were created by noted interior designer Diego Burdi of Burdifilek. Elements, such as textured Venetian plaster, sandblasted and rift-cut oak, and end-cut mesquite panelling, highlight the attention to detail that is so characteristic of Stratus, while helping to establish an environment that has been described as “cozy but cool.”


Tawse Estate Winery

3955 Cherry Avenue
Vineland, Ontario

Tawse Estate Winery

Tawse is a family-owned estate winery situated on the lower slopes of the Niagara Escarpment. Tawse was named 'Canadian Winery of the Year' by Canadian Wine Access Magazine in 2010, 2011 and 2012..

The state-of-the-art winery opened in 2005,, complete with a six-level, gravity-flow design, geo-thermal system and a wetland bio-filter.

They have a very attractive tasting room and gardens. I platinum and 4 gold at the all Canadians in 2019


TerraCello Winery

2436 Prince Edward County Rd 1
Bloomfield, ON K0K 1G0


A winery founded on love passion, desire and hard work. The winery is build on the Italian heritage of Anthony Auciello Jr. and his wife Danielle.

The winery is in a historical fully renovated farmhouse is situated on the beautiful grounds.

Tony employs traditional, old-fashioned Italian methods to make certified natural wine and authentic Neapolitan pizza.

Tony takes a great deal of pride in his pizza. The flour he uses costs about $50 per bag, and is approved by the Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana (The Pizza Association of Naples)


Truis Winery

1249 Niagara Stone Rd
Niagara-on-the-Lake,

Truis Winery

The pride of Andrew Peller Ltd. One of its most popular wineries. Located in the historic town of Niagara-on-the-Lake.

Visiting Truis is a true experience. Each year the winery seems to add another special touch.

The winery has a rich history. The Truis was among the first to produce an Icewine in Ontario 1983

The wines have always been excellent.

Trius Winery Restaurant is outstanding.





Villa Nova Estate Winery

449 Concession 13 Townsend,
Simcoe


Villa Nova Estate Winery


 

Located on the eastern edge of beautiful Norfolk County, in an area with sandy knolls and loam soils. Our 100-acre property is bisected by a picturesque ancient river valley and the natural landscape of old pasture, wetlands, undulating slopes and hardwood forest which provides habitat for grassland birds, water fowl, wild turkey and deer. 

A very small winery producing some very fine wines. In researching wineries one can usually find a few negative comments about any winery for Villa Nova I could not find one.

Owned by Carol and Phil Ryan



Vineland Estate Winery

3620 Moyer Rd,
Vineland

Vineland Estate Winery

You cannot go to the Niagara region without visiting Vineland. You will be impressed from your very first glimpse of the property.

Vineland Estates Winery is not only the home of fine wine and cuisine, but an unmatched touring facility and wine country destination.

The landmark stone tower stands proudly over a former Mennonite homestead with structures that date back to the 1840s.

Historical buildings dating back to 1845 add to the magnificences of the winery


Peller Estates Winery 

290 John St E
Niagara-on-the-Lake
ON L0S 1J0

Peller Estates Winery 


A magnificent winery producing top quality wines.

They have some excellent tours and tasting experiences.

Peller Estates Winery Restaurant has earned a reputation as a must-savour experience in Niagara Wine Country.

Enjoy the ultimate Icewine experience in a brand new 10 Below Zero room designed to mimic the climate involved when harvesting premium VQA Icewine. A fantastic idea!

 



Waupoos Estates Winery 

3016 Prince Edward County Rd 8,

Picton, ON K0K 2T0

Waupoos Estates Winery 


 

The winery sits majestically on a gently sloping hillside overlooking Lake Ontario in beautiful Prince Edward County.

I receive nothing but strong recommendations for the wines and winery.

The winery has been described as a fairytale wedding destination.

The farm to table restaurant located in the gazebo-style building has panoramic views of Lake Ontario and is nestled among the vineyards.

The Farmhouse provides accommodations.

 

Quebec

cidrerie milton
cidrerie milton

 


Vignoble d’Orford

318, Chemin Bice,
Orford, Quebec


Vignoble d’Orford

 


Located in Quebec's Easter Township.  It is surrounded by mountains and it directly faces the prestigious Mont Orford. On the horizon stands Mount Owl's Head, Mount Elephant, Jay Peak as well as the majestic Lake Memphremagog.

Staff is knowledgeable and friendly with good wines featuring Forté, a fortified wine.



Clos Saragnat

100, chemin Richford
Frelighsburg Québec

Clos Saragnatt

Owner Christian Barthomeuf, a pioneers of modern viticulture of Quebec, planted the first vineyard in Dunham in 1979, was the creator of ice cider in 1989 and planted the first vineyard in Sutton and Frelighsburg.

Clos Saragnat is also a research center specializing in wine-growing and fruit wine. Winners of numerous awards, and winner of numerous gold medals and other distinctions , he has also designed "Chapelle Ste Agnès"


Vignoble Sainte-Pétronille

8705 Royal Road,
Sainte-Pétronille, QC

Vignoble Sainte-Pétronille

Considered to one of the most beautiful wineries in Quebec. The vineyard is located 15 minutes from Quebec City and  9 km from Montmorency Falls on ILE D'ORLÉANS

This is a story of a family that gave up its business and the busy city life and decided to move to the country, starting a winery.

The winery is owned by Nathalie Lane and Louis Denault

Features include a restaurant.


Vignoble la Bauge

155, Avenue des Érables
Brigham, QC

Vignoble la Bauge

Located on the south side of the Appalachian foothills of the eastern Township. Visors of all ages will enjoy seen the boars and other farm animals.

They sell delicious specialty foods derived from their own exotic livestock: boar liver protégé with oyster mushrooms and Calvados, red deer terrine with La Flambée wine and cranberries, and smoked yak sausage.



Vignoble Le Cep d'Argent

1257, Chemin de la Rivière
 Magog Québec

Vignoble Le Cep d'Argent

Brothers  François and Jean-Paul Scieur are the owners of this Eastern Township winery. The 114-acre, 60,000-vine vineyard provides an exceptional view of Lake Magog.

Since the fall of 1993, the Fête des Vendanges du vignoble Le Cep d’Argent has been known as La Fête des Vendanges Magog-Orford.  The Magog-Orford Grape Festival, as it’s called in English, was the first ever step towards celebrating the wine harvest in Quebec and it has now become a not-to-be-missed fixture in the yearly calendar.

Besides the sparkling wines which have made the vineyard a household name, the Cep d’Argent also offers a selection of red, white and rosé wines.


Chemin de la Rivière winery

1087, Chemin de la Rivière
Magog, QC

Chemin de la Rivière winery

One of Quebec's Easter townships better wine producers. De la Riviere du Chêne is the largest wine estates in Quebec. Recipient of several awards for its well-known quality wines, regional winner of the Grand Prix du Tourisme 2010 and official supplier of the Quebec Pavilion at the Olympic Games in Vancouver. They produce icewine.

Wine tastings are free. Guided tours are fun and informative.


Domaine des Côtes d'Ardoise

879, rue Bruce, (Road 202)
Dunham (QC) J0E 1M0

Domaine des Côtes d'Ardoise

The oldest operating winery in the province. It began in 1980 In 1980, Christian Barthomeuf travelled to Ontario with Mr. Jacques Breault (who still grows vines in Dunham) to search for cuttings and plants his first vine stock of De Chaunac, Seyval Blanc and Marechal Foch at the vineyard. This makes Domaine Des Cotes d’Ardoise, the oldest commercial still exploited vineyard in Quebec.

Domaine des Cotes d’Ardoise earned the first medal granted to a Québecois vineyard: the Seyval Carte d’Or 86 won the Gold Medal at Sélections Mondiales 1987 

The winery hosts an exhibition of sculptures gathered from more than 80 artists. Visitors can picnic or enjoy light meals on site. Flowered paths allow visitors to circulate where are arranged several monumental sculptures, Nature & Creation.

Numerous events are held through out the year


Vignoble du Chêne Winery

807 Chemin de la Rivière N
Saint-Eustache, QC J

Vignoble du Chêne Winery

Located in the Lower Laurentians, the winery was found in 1989. Owned by Isabelle Gonthier and Daniel Lalande.

The winery is known for its beautiful vineyards. Describe by one visitor as his beautiful piece of paradise.

A leading producer of icewine.

Won Gold for their William Blanc  2018 at the All Canadian Championships.

 


Le Vignoble du Ruisseau

4500 Strobl
Dunham, Quebec

Le Vignoble du Ruisseau

Amazing beautiful grounds highlight this Quebec Winery. There is a covered bridge, vaulted barrel cellar, two level cuverie, stunning tasting room and more to explore.

Restaurant Service; the sugar shack offers a traditional menu tweaked for gourmet tastes, with a gluten-free option

They also produce maple sugar.


Cidrerie Milton

5, route 137, Sainte-Cécile-de-Milton
Quebec, J0E 2C0

Cidrerie Milton 

5, route 137, Sainte-Cécile-de-Milton
Quebec, J0E 2C0

The Lasnier family has owned orchards in Sainte-Cécile-de-Milton since 1927. It is now the fourth generation that produces apples on ancestral lands. The Cidrerie Milton is recognized today internationally as a daring and inspiring leader in cider.

The gourmet shop has more than 25 varieties of ciders and a varied choice of their famous pies for which the house is famous.

With a magnificent view of the Montérégiennes hills, the bistro is an attractive place where pleasure is put forward. The selection of sandwiches, soups and daily menus is always pleasing.


Bear River Winery - Bear River NS
Bear River Winery - Bear River NS

Maritime

Bear River Vineyards

133 Chute Road
Bear River, NS B0S 1B0

Bear River Vineyards

Located in the beautiful Bear River Valley near the south western end of the Annapolis Basin. The winery formerly owned owned by Chris Hawes became the only licensed Cottage Winery in the Province of Nova Scotia in February 2006. Chris claims to be the smallest winery with only 3.6 acres planted over the last 12 years he began growing grapes in 1987. He planted the first Pinot Noir vines in the province here in 1993.

The farm house beside the vineyard was built in 1784. The winery building was built in 1883 and the first experimental planting by the NS Dept. of Agriculture was in 1963.

Darren Carey is the new owner along with his wife Susan Wong. She is the winemaker.

Housed within the Winery is a well appointed guest room, offering all the amenities you need to make your stay a relaxing experience.

 


Bent Ridge

4499 Highway 14
Windsor, Nova Scotia
B0N 2T0

 

Bent Ridge

 

The latest Nova Scotia sensation is Bent Ridge Winery and Bent Nail Brewery,owned by the adventurous Bros. Dodge, Steven and Glenn.

The Fuego restaurant is quite impressive featuring pizza, pasta,chicken and steak.

 


L’Acadie Vineyards

310 Slayter Road, Gaspereau
RR#1, Wolfville, Nova Scotia

L’Acadie Vineyards

A true family winery. Bruce Ewert and his Nova Scotian-born wife Pauline Scott moved their young family to Nova Scotia in 2004 and founded L’Acadie Vineyards in the Gaspereau Valley. Visit and see how a small winery is the heart of Canada's wine industry.

Bruce is the most experienced winemaker in Nova Scotia and is among a handful of specialized sparkling winemakers in Canada

L’Acadie Vineyards has been certified organic by Pro-Cert Organic Systems since inception. 


Domain Grand Pré

11611 Highway Way 1
Grand Pre, NS


Domain Grand Pré

 

Magnificent! Domaine de Grand Pré is the oldest farm winery located in the heart of Nova Scotia Wine Country. A family owned winery and restaurant.

They have an extremely beautiful patio.

There is a winemaking museum.

The winery and its vineyards offer breathtaking views of the beautiful dyke-lands of Grand Pré and the Minas Basin.


Lightfoot & Wolfville Vineyards

11197 Evangeline Trail
Wolfville,

Lightfoot & Wolfville Vineyards

 

Lightfoot and Wolfville Vineyards was bestowed the honour of Winery of the Year from the Canadian Association of Professional Sommeliers 2017.

The winery opened its new hospitality center in 2017 a 50,000 square-foot facility with a stunning view of Cape Blomidon open.

Their patio menu features amazing Charcuterie and cheese boards to delicious pizzas. Main dishes include Baby Shrimp rolls and Grilled Pork Lion.

Several signature events are held at the winery throughout the year

Numerous readers have recommended the winery to us!

 


Blomidon Estate Winery

10318 Hwy 221 PO Box 208
Canning, NS B0P 1H0

Blomidon Estate Winery

 

Highly recommended by our twitter followers. Located in Canning, Nova Scotia, in the heart of the Annapolis Valley on Minas Basin, home to the world's highest tides. Officially known as Blomidon Estate Winery at Habitant Vineyards. The winery is named after Blomidon Provincial Park which is located nearby.

Three Nova Scotian traditional method sparkling wines from Blomidon Estate Winery take home medals at the 2019 Decanter World Wine Awards.

Enjoy Charcuterie board on the patio.


Planters Ridge

1441 Church St Port Williams,
Nova Scotia B0P 1T0

Planters Ridge

Housed in a  renovated 155 year-old timber frame barn that combines historical features with some modern flourishing. Planters Ridge is one of Nova Scotia's newest wineries.

Their tasting room features ten foot windows allowing for the perfect view of Wellington Dyke farmland that extends to the North Mountain, Cape Blomidon and the Minas Basin at high tide.

The barrel room is also very impressive

The winery is owned by owners John McLarty and Lisa Law


Saskatchewan


Riverlot Orchards Winery

box 210
Saint Louis, Saskatchewan

 

Riverlot Orchards is a fruit winery and bistro, located 3 km west of St. Louis, Saskatchewan, with the beautiful view of the South Saskatchewan river.

Take the name Riverlot think of Camelot and now you have the theme of the winery.


 

Alberta

Spirit Hills

240183 2380 Drive W
Foothills, Alberta


Located  in the Canadian Rocky Mountain Foothills are one of the most pristine and breathtaking places on earth, a place where prairies transform into mountains, a place of change and allure. 

All of Spirit Hills wines won multiple awards in competitions such at the North West Summit, the All Canadian Wine Awards, the National Wine Awards of Canada and the Alberta Beverage Award.  The Bonjean family makes honey wines.

The winery itself is conceived to be a sanctuary for yeast and wine and integrates design elements from Alberta’s pioneering west and the Bonjean’s European heritage into a pleasing and comforting atmosphere.


Fallentimber Meadery

5543 Township Rd 302,
Water Valley, AB T0M 2E0

Fallentimber Meadery

Fallentimber Meadery is located on the Ryan family farm, Northwest of Water Valley, Alberta near the west end of Big Prairie Road (Township Road 302).  About a 50 minute drive from the Calgary city limits.  

Back in 1969, Blake Ryan started the family business when he purchased the family farm and established his first hives.  Today, Blake's son Kevin is the owner and operator of Ryan's Honey which is sold at select stores in our region.  

On trip advisor they have a perfect 5 stars.

Featured label doing extremely well is Meadjito.


New Brunswick

Dunhams Run

35 Gorhams Bluff Rd
Kingston, NB, E5N 1A1

 


A very popular winery in New Brunswick with a perfect score on Trip advisor. Nestled on the Kingston Peninsula, Dunham's Wharf Vineyard sits on 22 acres of prime vineyard land. The owners  Tony and Margie Rickett daughter named her dog Dunham. When she left for college Dunham stayed behind to remained run through the vinelands. The winery's name is a tribute to the departed Dunham.

Rickett has already made a name for himself as the first New Brunswick winery to make sparkling wine using the traditional-method from the early 18th Century.

The Dunhams Run Estate Winery offers a variety of meads, ciders, and wines

Events and activities at the Winery range from wine sampling, catered vineyard and winery tours, to regular Comedy Nights as well as their seasonal Big Pic & BBQ where visitors can gather to feast, drink and harvest grapes together.

The winery opened in 2012.

 

 

Chudleigh's Farm cider

 

For the Family

Chudleigh's Farm

9528 Regional Rd 25
Milton, ON 

Chudleigh's


What started out as a apple farm is now known as Chudleigh's Entertainment Farm. They have well over 2000 employees most of them working in the astonishing baker.

Chudleigh’s Farm was first opened to the public in 1967. In the beginning, it was a place where families could pick their own apples and savour a few hours of country life. Since then, visiting the farm has become and annual ritual for generations of kids and kids at heart throughout the region around Milton.

Featuring a petting zoo, play area , nature trails and numerous events makes for a wonderful day at the farm

Oh by the way they make cider.



Frogpond Winery

1385 Larkin Rd,
Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON L0S 1J0


Frogpond Farm is the first certified organic winery in Ontario. Owner/winemaker Jens Gemmrich and Heike Koch believe in working in harmony with nature by trying to establish a balanced environment both in the vineyard as well as in the wine making process.

They have a animal farm for children.

Ben organic you will ill see plenty of guinea fowl, bugs, birds, and other animals which are kept at the winery to eat insects. 


Mann Farm

790 McKenzie Rd,
Abbotsford, BC

Featuring family fun, farm fresh products and good wines.

They offer and educational students tour.

Mama Maan  Kitchen offers some great products and treats.

Known for their corn maze and Halloween fun!


Krause Berry Farm and Winery

6179 248 St.
Langley, BC

Krause Berry Farm

The family fun berry farm that added a fruit winery. A super fun filled visit for the whole family. From the Future Farmers at Work Play" playground , to the petting zoo to fresh strawberry pie on the porch. Located in Langley BC.

Taste the wines stay for dinner enjoy numerous events. Their is a huge market to explore and of course tractor rides

Trophy, Best Fruit Wine of the Year at Nationals

 



Intermiel

10291, De La Fresniére Rd.
Mirabel, Saint-Benoît,
Quebec J0N 1K0

 

A family-run farm with 5,000+ honeybee hives. They produce everything honey including mead. Natives of Picardy, a region in the north of France, teachers Viviane and Christian Macle, settled in Québec in 1969. In 1976, Christian, who had been passionate about beekeeping since his childhood, bought a small farm in the Saint-Benoît (Mirabel) area, which the couple transformed into a bee farm over time. They had about a hundred beehives at the time.

In the 80s, they officially launched a line of honey. This visionary couple, fuelled by their passion for beekeeping and equipped with their teaching skills, decided to acquaint people with the wonderful world of bees and opened a small honey shop. Over the years, and after many expansions, the Macle family, always motivated by the desire to spread their knowledge, further continued their growth by remaining open to visitors year-round and diversifying their products. In the 90s, they began to produce meads, maple brandy liquors and ice ciders. Today, Intermiel is a large-scale farm that manages the production of 8 000 beehives, runs a 14 000 tap sugar bush and a 600 apple tree orchard. The Macle family can be proud of producing a line of honey which is wholly of Québec origin derived from the production of their beehives, and supported by a traceability program. Intermiel is recognized provincially and across North America for the quality and diversity of its products, as well as for its educational visits. Thanks to its agritourism orientation, it attracts more than 100 000 visitors a year, of which 15 000 are students from Québec schools. 

In 2006, the company’s future was assured, when the Macles’ daughter, Éléonore, assumed ownership of the business along with her parents. Éléonores’ husband, Cyril Lapeyrie is responsible of the maple syrup production and he is the Farm Manager at Intermiel for beekeeping.

Their mead brands are Medieval, Chouchen’n Signé Macle, Api Gin, Rosée, Bouquet Printanier, Verge d’or, Benoîte,  

Mead  maker is: Mr. André Abi Raad (more that 20 years now) 

Philosophy:? Bee happy. Bee healthy. 

 

 

Honourable Mention

Northern Lights Estate Winery - in Prince George. Watch for them.

Forbidden Fruit Winery- a quaint small fruit winery in Cawston BC

Oliver Twist - Oliver, BC- offers a unique Okanagan winery experience while providing a fun trip down memory lane. 

vinAmité Cellars - Oliver BC - highly recommended by our readers.

Mission Hill - West Kelowna -The architecture a lone will be worth the visit. Outstanding summer concert series.

Vanessa Vineyards - Located in Cawston BC, all the wineries in the Similkameen Valley merit a visit.

Pentage -Penticton, British Columbia- good reviews

Baccata Ridge Winery -Grindrod, BC -A Fruit and Mead winery . Lovely grounds.

Priest Creek. a new Kelowna winery. I think you will like this one.

Merridale Cidery- Cobble Hill - a grand Christmas light show is a must.

Phantom Creek - Oliver BC - Amazing facilities. they are new so time will tell.

O'Rourke's Peak Cellars - Kelowna BC - Their Bistro is getting great reviews

Theraphy Vineyards - some recent changes have been successful!

Adamo Estate Winery - Orangeville, ON - numerous events yearly at Mono, Ontario winery.

Archibald Orchards & Estate Winery - Bowmanville ON. - Friendly and unique.

Westcott Vineyards -Jordan Station, ON - Walking into the winery at Westcott Vineyards, you are transported back to the past. With their beautiful, rustic décor and vintage photos, it’s postcard pretty

Morandin Wines - Located in Wellington. One of those small wineries that people just love to visit. Their wines are highly rated.

Black Prince Winery -Picton, ON They produce wine, vinegar and Pizza, Featuring a very old barn.

Muskoka Lakes Winery - Muskoka Lakes, Ontario - an interesting Cranberry farm.

Petite Riviere Vineyard - Crouston, NS Do not pass this cozy, cute adorable winery by

Gulluci Winery Stouffville, Ontario a well designed winery 30 minutes from Toronto city centre

Vignoble Le Chat Botford. this winery has people talking about them

Richibucto River Wine Estate - Mundleville New Brunswick, its stunning view of the Richibucto River, the immense 20 acres of manicured vineyards, and quality wines to suit every palate. 

Pinard & Filles. Magog, Québec. in a beautiful natural setting.

Cidrerie Milton - Sainte-Cécile-de-Milton Quebec  - A very popular cidery.

Grey Owl Meadery Alder Flats - Alberta - relax by the lake with a charcuterie board.

There you have it! A most difficult task. There are so many fine wineries spread across our great land. Let us know your thoughts! We would always like to hear about your visits to any of Canada's wineries.

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