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Whether you're from
Ontario, or a visitor to Ontario, plan on spending several days in wine country —
there's just so much to see and do.
ANYTIME. ANY SEASON. ANY REASON.
Wineries are open year round and
each season brings its own special rewards.
 SUMMER
This is a very lively time in wine country. There are plenty of festivals and
events to keep you busy. And there's nothing quite like the pleasure of ending a full day
sipping a lovely wine on a patio overlooking lush vineyards.- FALL
Autumn is a magical time in Ontario. Come and see the brilliant colours and
Bountiful harvest that inspires acclaimed wines and regional cuisine.
- WINTER
You might assume the winter months would be a slow time for wineries, but nothing
could be further from the truth. Come and watch as the frozen grapes are harvested to make
the world's most renowned Icewines. You can also visit dozens of winery restaurants for
gorgeous holiday menus.
- SPRING
The start of new life. This season brings greenery of every shade,
blossoming Orchard and new vintages. It also brings the start of a very busy season of
outdoor events and festivals.
FACTSHours of
operation
With some exceptions, wineries usually open at 10 or 11 am and close from
5 pm through early evening. Hours can change seasonally so it's best to call ahead or
visit the winery website.
Guided tours
Tours are led by well informed winery staff, who will lead you through the
winemaking process from the vineyard to the bottling stage. Guided tours are complimentary
at some wineries, others charge a small fee. Most tours conclude with tastings at the
winery boutique.
Tour hours
Hours vary from winery to winery. Larger wineries usually offer guided
public tours hourly or several times a day. Smaller wineries may offer one daily tour or
by appointment only. Self-guided tours are available at a few wineries during operating
hours. Again, check with each winery.
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May
3/4, 10/11, 17/18 and 24/25
WINE AND HERB FESTIVAL
Four weekends in May
Winery: Wineries of
Niagara-on-the-Lake
Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.Discover the wonderful
connection between wine and herbs during this annual spring celebration throughout the
first four weekends on May. Tour the 18 Wineries of Niagara-on-the-Lake where each stop
will feature a different herb-themed food pairing matched to a premium VQA wine selected
to highlight the flavour and aroma of the herb. Each passport holder is entitled to one
wine and food pairing at each of our 18 member wineries and is valid for four weekends in
May.
Tickets: $25.00 until April 30th and $30.00 as of May 1st (plus applicable taxes) |
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May 4
BBQ and Music on the Patio
Time: 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Winery: Stoney Ridge Estate
Winery
Gourmet BBQ on the Garden Patio with Jazz music. Cost: $15.00 per person, including wine. |
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May 9 - 25
The Art of Flight
Time: 11:00am - 5:00pm
Winery: Black Prince Winery
Original Art Show and Sale in the art cellar at Black Prince Winery. Proceeds from the
show will go to support the migration monitoring of the Prince Edward Point Bird
Observatory. |
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May 17
Music in the Garden
Time: 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Winery: Stoney Ridge Estate
Winery
Jazz music in the garden with a Gourmet BBQ. Cost: $15.00 per person, wine included. |
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May 18
A Celebration of Bursting Buds
Time: 11:30am - 12:00pm 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Winery: Rosehall Run
Vineyards
Experience a unique opportunity to "Walk the Rows" with vineyard owner &
winemaker, Dan Sullivan. A tour of the new winery will be followed by wine tasting of the
latest vintages paired with delightful tapas prepared by Integration of Wellington.
Cost: $5.00 per person. Please call: 613-399-1183 or 1-888-399-1183 to book you spot as
spaces are limited. |
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May 23
Jazz on the Ridge - Wine, Dine & Jazz Gala 2008
Time: 7:00pm
Winery: Peninsula Ridge
Estates Winery
On Friday May 23 at Peninsula Ridge Estates Winery, the Founder's Club of Peninsula Ridge
presents its signature Gala Benefit for the West Lincoln Memorial Hospital Foundation and
the McNally House. Experience a unique "Jazz Club" atmosphere amid a truly
spectacular estate landscape. Stroll around the property and set your sights on high
quality silent and live auction items, all the while enjoying Peninsula Ridge Estates'
wines paired with delectable food offerings.
Tickets are $195.00 per person, with a $95.00 tax receipt. to order tickets or if you wish
to contribute a silent or live auction donation, please call 905-563-0900 ext. 25 or
email: jazzontheridge@peninsularidge.com. |
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| June |
June 7
Winery Open House
Winery: Sprucewood Shores
Estate Winery
Time: 1 pm – 5 pmWith the great
success of Sprucewood Shores Grand Opening last year, why not continue the party! Join in
on a day at the Winery filled with friendly faces, delicious wines, and gourmet cheeses!
Enjoy the exciting entertainment as they unveil the latest new releases and newest
additions to this destination Winery! Feel free to stop by anytime between 1 pm – 5
pm. |
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June 13 - 15
Niagara Wine Weekend
& Auction
In support of SickKids Foundation & St. Catharines General Hospital. In conjunction with the Wine Council of Ontario, the Niagara Wine
Weekend & Auction will take place at some of the most beautiful wineries and venues in
the Niagara region. Throughout this incredible three-day event, guests will have the
opportunity to mingle with winemakers; mix with celebrities; chat with sommeliers; sip,
sample and savour a variety of the finest Ontario VQA wines; enjoy exquisite food prepared
by local, regional and celebrity chefs; bid on priceless wine packages, merchandise and
getaways; and dance the night away at the Gala Dinner and Dance.
For tickets or information call 1-866-946-3593 or visit www.niagarawineauction.com.
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 June
14 – 22
13th Annual Niagara
New Vintage Festival
It's that time of year again! Time to take part in the time-honoured ritual of being among
the first to taste Niagara's new vintage. It's also a chance to treat the wine aficionado
in you to the 13th Annual Niagara New Vintage Festival, June 14 to 22, 2008. Dozens of
Niagara's most celebrated winemakers will be on hand, along with a host of chefs who will
entice you with fabulous dishes, painstakingly selected to compliment the wine. With
tours, tastings and culinary extravaganzas to entice your inner gourmand, it promises to
be an unforgettable celebration of Ontario's newest wines. |
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June 21 - 2:00 pm
Dirty Hands Project
Winery: Henry of Pelham
Family Estate WineryGet your hands dirty
with us as you learn to plant and tend for your own grapevine - a one day event hosted by
the winery designed to help you cultivate your inner farmer.
Free Registration at thedirtyhandsproject@henryofpelham.com.
For more information please visit: www.thedirtyhandsproject.com
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June 28 - July 1
Back to Baco
Time: 10:00am to 5:00pm
Winery: Henry of Pelham
Family Estate Winery
This is taste sensation you won’t want to miss. We’ll be serving our 2002
Baco Noir and 2004 Reserve Baco Noir with complimentary plump, ripe strawberries dipped in
freshly ground black pepper. It’s a unique combination of fruit and spice that wows
the taste buds. |
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July 5 - 6
Ninavik Gallery's Native Art Series
Time: 10:00am to 6:00pm
Winery: Henry of Pelham
Family Estate Winery
A 'native window' - sculpture and modern Indian masks on display from Ontario's Six
Nations. Live carving demostrations. |
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July 5 - 6
Annual Shuck 'em, Suck 'em, Eat 'em Raw
Time: 11:00am to 5:00pm
Winery: Henry of Pelham
Family Estate WineryEat 'em as fast as
Oyster Boy can shuck 'em. Squeeze on fresh lemon, add tomato sauce or try Oyster Boy's
secret hot sauce. Featured wines include Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Blanc and Non-Oaked
Chardonnay.
Cost: Market Price for Oysters
Featuring an Author Signing with Margaret Webb.
Author Margaret Webb takes readers on 11 extraordinary adventures in Apples to Oysters: A
Food Lover's Tour of Canadian Farms. Margaret Webb will be at Henry's Shuck 'em, eat 'em
Raw Oyster Event (12:00 to 5:00) to chat about her adventures and to sign copies of her
book. |
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July 10, 11, 12
~ 17, 18, 19
Two Gentlemen of Verona
Winery: Henry of Pelham
Family Estate Winery
wine bar 6 pm, performance 7 pm
 Tickets are $25. All proceeds will go to the Niagara Peninsula
Children’s Centre.
For reservations please call the Brock University Centre
for the Arts at 905-688-5550 ext. 3257 or Order tickets on-line at arts.brocku.ca
In the event of rain, patrons will be offered the
opportunity to attend another performance subject to availability. Sorry, no refunds. |
July 27
CORVETTE, CLASSIC AND HOT ROD CAR SHOW
Time: 10am - 5pm
Winery: Reif Estate WineryJoin us for our annual
Corvette and Classic Hot Rod show on the grounds of the Estate with over 200 vehicles
showcased annually. All proceeds benefit the Niagara Peninsula Children's Foundation - in
2007 proceeds exceeded $15,000. To showcase your vehicle no pre-registration required -
entries accepted 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. the day of the show. Free Spectator Admission with
BBQ and Door Prizes for entrants |
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| September |
 September 19 - 28
57th Niagara Wine FestivalEnjoy more than 100 events including winery tours and tastings,
concerts, Niagara cuisine, artisan shows, wine seminars, family entertainment and one of
Canada's largest street parades during the 57th Niagara Wine Festival. |
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