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  WINE COUNTRY:

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.

  • wine.jpg (22174 bytes)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.

FACTS

  • Hours 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
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)


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.

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.

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.

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.

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 pm

With 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.


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.


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.

June 21 - 2:00 pm
Dirty Hands Project
Winery: Henry of Pelham Family Estate Winery

Get 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  


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
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.

July 5 - 6
Annual Shuck 'em, Suck 'em, Eat 'em Raw
Time: 11:00am to 5:00pm
Winery: Henry of Pelham Family Estate Winery

Eat '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.


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 Winery

Join 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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August
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September
September 19 - 28
57th Niagara Wine Festival

Enjoy 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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