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Wineries

Cattail Creek Estate Winery

Cattail Creek Estate Winery takes its cues from nature as they produce a wide variety of wines that express a philosophy of winemaking designed to capture the essence of the vineyard.
Even within a defined terroir like the Niagara on the Lake growing region, subtle differences in topography, climate, elevation, and harvest date mean the grapes of each individual vineyard will show varying characteristics.

Chateau des Charmes

Family owned and operated for ever 30 years, Château des Charmes winery is the culmination of five generations of winemaking expertise. Founder and principal winemaker Paul Bosc came to Canada with his family in the 1960’s.
Bosc spent 15 years working in the Niagara wine industry before founding Château des Charmes in 1978.

Colaneri Estate Winery

The moment you lay eyes on Colaneri Estate Winery you realize in an instant that it is a truly special place. Located in the heart of the St. David’s Bench sub-appellation, the almost impossibly grand building is sprawled out in the lush Colaneri family vineyards. Built in the Romanesque style, the winery is an exceptionally unique point of interest in Niagara-on-the-Lake, as there are no other wineries, nay, buildings, made in this style in the region.

Inniskillin Wines

Most residents of Niagara-on-the-Lake would agree that the best place to be on the first frosty night of winter is a warm bed. Those at Inniskillin Wines would argue that the best place to be when the frost hits is in the vineyard. Something miraculous happens in Niagara-on-the-Lake when the temperature dips to -8° Celsius; grapes left on the vine long after normal harvest begin to freeze. As the water inside the berries turns to ice, the natural sugars and other dissolved solids do not. It is at this optimal temperature and usually in the middle of the night, that the Icewine harvest begins.

Jackson-Triggs Niagara Estate Winery

Established in both Niagara-on-the-Lake and in British Columbia, Jackson-Triggs is committed to the production of wines unique to the terroir.
Established in 2001, the Jackson-Triggs Niagara Estate Winery is one of the most technologically advanced winemaking facilities in Canada and employs a gravity-flow assisted system of winemaking that eliminates pumping that could potentially harm the young wines.

Joseph's Estate Winery

Pioneering winemaker and environmental engineer Dr. Joseph E. Pohorly founded one of the three original cottage wineries in Niagara in the late 1970’s, laying the foundation for the entire new industry of wineries in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Joseph’s innovative technique drew the attention of investors and he was given carte blanche to create innovative wines and build the reputation of the region. In 1983, Joseph produced one of the first Icewines ever to come from Niagara.

Niagara College Teaching Winery

Niagara-on-the-Lake is a key destination not only for those who enjoy wine, but also for growers, producers and winemakers from around the world. There is a terrific amount of viticultural knowledge in the region and the terroir is a global destination for those with a passion for winemaking and a desire to contribute to its growth and development. With so much expertise in one region, it is only natural that Canada’s only commercial teaching winery should be located in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Also natural, is the facility’s history of producing award-winning wines.

Pondview Estate Winery

Though PondView Estate Winery is one of the newest wineries in Niagara-on-the-Lake, it is likely the winery most steeped in old world traditions.
PondView Estate Winery is owned by Luciano (Lou) and Adriana Puglisi. Lou is the third generation grape grower in his family, who hail from Sicily, Italy. His father, Giuseppe Puglisi emigrated to Canada and brought his knowledge of grape growing with him.

Reif Estate Winery

The enjoyment of wine is an encompassing sensory experience. Not only is wine to be tasted, but it should be observed with the eyes, the nose, the feel in the mouth, and by the intrigue created as the wine plays against other flavours on the palate.
At Reif Estate Winery, the philosophy of rich sensory experiences extends well beyond the wine and is evident in every aspect of the facility.

Stonechurch Vineyards

The Hunse family, owners and operators of Stonechurch Vineyards, have been farming their land since 1955. Early vegetable crops eventually gave way to vast tracts of tender fruit orchards and vineyards and in 1989 Stonechurch Vineyards emerged from Hunse Farms as a small cottage winery. As with so many of the smaller wineries in Niagara-on-the-Lake, there was enough demand for the high quality wine that the focus shifted incrementally, orchards were sacrificed, winery operations expanded...

Strewn Winery

Strewn co-founder Joe Will is a prime example of the great things that can occur when a hobby becomes a passion and a passion becomes a lifestyle. An amateur winemaker for years, Joe decided to go pro and after graduating from Australia's famed Roseworthy Agricultural College, he brought his talents to Niagara-on-the-Lake.

Vineland Estates

For twenty-five years, Vineland Estates Winery has continually elevated the wine and culinary experience in Niagara. Here, the essence of the Niagara escarpment can be both seen—in the unforgettable landscape of undulating vineyards looking over Lake Ontario—and tasted, in the wines that are a reflection of this unique growing area.