 Like Bordeaux, Napa Valley and Tuscany, the Niagara region is world famous for its varied and exceptional wineries. Peller Estates, Jackson-Triggs, Inniskillin and more are located here, offering visitors the unique experience of tastings, tours and much more. A moderate climate (Niagara is at the same latitude as northern California) and nutrient-rich soil ensure the finest quality viticulture and the finest quality wines — from merlot to riesling, pinot noir to gewürztraminer, and even to the sweet and decadent icewine.Several festivals revolve around the region's wineries — the Icewine Festival (January), Days Of Wine And Roses (February), Herb And Wine Tour (May), Grape And Wine Festival (September), and Taste The Season (November). Please see Festivals & Events for more information on these. Below are a number-coordinated map and guide to Niagara-On-The-Lake's 16 principal wineries, open year-round and located within 10 minutes' drive of each other. Antonio Vivaldi Bed & Breakfast has this map, guide and more information available when you arrive. |
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1. Château Des Charmes Set among its vineyards and mighty Niagara escarpment. Tours, tastings, boutique, special events, private functions and more. www.chateaudescharmes.com 2. Coyote's Run Estate Winery Small newer winery in relaxed rural setting, dedicated to producing wines of quality and distinctiveness. www.coyotesrunwinery.com 3. Hillebrand Estate Winery Complete winery experience with free daily tours, seminars, comprehensive boutique and Vineyard Café restaurant overlooking vineyards. www.hillebrand.com 4. Inniskillin Winery Close to Old Town Niagara-On- The-Lake on the Niagara River, with old restored barn featuring retail shop, tasting bar, icewine bar, self-guided tours, more. www.inniskillin.com 5. Jackson-Triggs Vintners Modern approach to crafting premium wines at this state-of- the-art facility, just outside Old Town. Boutique, guided tours plus food and wine pairings. www.jacksontriggswinery.com 6. Joseph's Estate Wines Award-winning VQA wines, boutique, vineyard and cellar tours, friendly staff, centrally located on Niagara Stone Road. www.josephsestatewines.com |
7. Konzelmann Estate Winery Niagara's exclusive lakefront winery with acres of vineyards, rustic wine boutique, tastings, tours, outdoor special events and lakeview platform. www.konzelmannwines.com 8. Lailey Vineyard Located along Niagara River, one of Canada's oldest wineries. Tours, tastings and monthly special events. www.laileyvineyard.com 9. Marynissen Estates Fifty-year family tradition! Small family winery specializing in premium varietals such as cabernet and merlot. Some of oldest vines in region. www.marynissen.com 10. Niagara College Teaching Winery On Glendale Campus with fine wines, unique teaching and demo vineyard, greenhouse, plus Culinary Institute eatery. www.nctwinery.ca 11. Peller Estates Spectacular winery set among vineyards within walking of Old Town, featuring daily tours, seminars, tastings and fine restaurant. www.peller.com 12. Pillitteri Estates Winery Unique experience with state- of-the-art winery, huge cellar, retail shop, country market, outdoor patios and more. www.pillitteri.com |
13. Reif Estate Winery Over 100 years of tradition with guided tours (including underground cellar) and wine tastings (rare selection) in authentic boutique. www.reifwinery.com 14. Stonechurch Vineyards Gift shop, tasting bar, self- guided tours, catering and more. Just off Lakeshore Road near St. Catharines. www.stonechurch.com 15. Strewn Winery Includes restaurant, winery cooking school, award-winning wines, tours and tastings. Not far from Old Town Niagara- On-The-Lake. www.strewnwinery.com 16. Sunnybrook Farm Estate Winery Discover and enjoy Canada's first fruit winery — and only fruit winery in Niagara-On- The-Lake! Family operation. www.sunnybrookfarmwinery.com |