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Lake Erie North Shore

Ontario’s Southern Belle

Situated on Canada’s southernmost point, this region, with its ample sunshine and cooling lake breezes, makes ideal conditions for one epic wine region. The long growing season paired with the most heat units in all of Ontario creates wines with the perfect balance of ripe fruit and bright acidity. The beautiful beaches, historic laid-back towns and outdoor adventures round out a southern getaway like no other.

Ontario Chardonnay? “I love the concept of flavour without weight, in fact maximum flavour with minimum weight. It’s almost like you’re tasting something very metaphysical.”

— Karen MacNeil, The Wine Bible

Lake Erie North Shore

Lake Erie North Shore is Ontario’s southernmost appellation, just a few hours from the GTA and Hamilton and only minutes from Windsor and the U.S. border.

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CREW – COLCHESTER RIDGE ESTATE WINERY & GALLERY

CREW welcomes you to wine, dine and shop. Sip a curated flight of exceptionally crafted VQA wines from our impressive selection. Enjoy lunch or dinner in the charming restaurant or on one of our screened, covered patios. Peruse the art gallery as you consider which wines, artisanal cheeses and specialty items to bring home with you as a reminder of your adventure with our CREW. Our wines are best enjoyed on days ending in “Y”.

LOCATION

108 County Road 50 East Harrow N0R 1G0

519-738-9800 info@colchesterridge.com colchesterridge.com crewinery

COOPER’S HAWK VINEYARDS

HOURS Retail Daily 11 am – 5 pm

Wining and dining hours vary based on season

Please visit our website for details

Colio Estate Wines

Established in 1980, Colio Estate Wines is one of Ontario’s first wineries. Located in Canada’s warmest wine-growing region near the sunny shores of Lake Erie, Colio was founded by three Italian bricklayers with a dream of creating a world-class winery. Today, every wine is crafted with the patience, determination and spirit of their founders. We invite you to enjoy the exquisite wines and charming hospitality of this award-winning winery.

LOCATION

1 Colio Drive Harrow N0R 1G0

519-738-2241 1-800-265-1322 cheers@colio.com coliowinery.com coliowinery coliowinery

HOURS

May 1 – December 24

Sunday 11 am – 5 pm

Monday – Thursday 10 am – 5 pm

Friday & Saturday 10 am – 6 pm

December 27 – April 30

Sunday 11 am – 5 pm

Monday – Saturday 10 am – 5 pm

Cooper’s Hawk Vineyards welcomes you to world-class wines, expertly crafted cuisine and a naturalist’s haven. Explore the tasting room, experience a delicious meal at The Vines Restaurant or sit on the patio relaxing and enjoying the vineyards, wildlife, and majestic sunsets while enjoying a glass of wine

LOCATION

1425 Iler Road Harrow N0R 1G0

519-738-4295 info@coopershawkvineyards.com coopershawkvineyards.com coopershawkvineyard

HOURS

Daily 11 am – 7 pm

Friday & Saturday 11 am – 8 pm

Restaurant open year-round Reservations recommended –Open Table reservations available Visit website for off-season hours

CoopersHawkVineyards

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SWALLOWS VINEYARD

“A Little Something Different”, that’s what you’ll find at Dancing Swallows. From our one-of-a-kind outdoor Tasting Garden, the perfect place to explore our wines at your leisure, to our low-intervention approach to winemaking, taking each vintage as a canvas for something new, we offer a change of pace. Why not come join us in the Garden, and experience something special?

LOCATION

8704 Howard Avenue, RR5 Amherstburg N9V 0C8

519-563-7697 info@dancing-swallows.com dancing-swallows.com

HOURS

May – October

Friday & Saturday 12 pm – 6 pm

Sunday 12 pm – 5 pm

Remainder of the year: online ordering and curbside pickup d.s.vineyard DancingSwallowsVineyard

MASTRONARDI ESTATE WINERY

Mastronardi Estate Winery is nestled in the heart of Essex County wine region. Father and son Winemakers Tony and Jared Mastronardi create award-winning VQA wines to please every palate. Explore the unique European-style tasting room, open 7 days a week, where knowledgeable staff will help you find the perfect wine for any occasion. The 100-acre Mastronardi Estate Winery is home to Vino Vista – a premier event centre that hosts events and weddings up to 500 guests all year round.

LOCATION

1193 Road 3 East Kingsville N9Y 2E5 519-733-9463

1-800-320-5040 info@mastronardiwines.com mastronardiwines.com mastronardi_winery

HOURS Daily 11 am – 5 pm Closed Mondays January – March

MUSCEDERE VINEYARDS

Muscedere Vineyards is a family-owned and -operated winery. The 13-acre vineyard is hand-harvested each year to create premium, small-lot, hand-crafted wines. They treat each variety, in each vintage, with the utmost care and attention to ensure true varietal character in every bottle. They specialize in the production of premium reds, including Cabernet Sauvignon. Their outdoor space offers a dog-friendly environment, situated next to the Chrysler Canada Greenway trail. From May to October, join them on their outdoor patio for wood-fired pizza and enjoy a glass of their hand-crafted wine.

LOCATION 7457 County Road 18 Harrow N0R 1G0 519-738-1145 info@muscederevineyards.com muscederevineyards.com muscederevineyards

HOURS

May – October 11 am – 6 pm

November – April 11 am – 5 pm

Wood-fired pizza available

May, June, September, October

Friday – Sunday

July – August: Daily

North 42 Degrees Estate Winery

Purveyors of good times and fine wines. Wine flows deep within the ancestral roots of these 3rd generation farmers. The family has been producing a delicious selection of wines since 2011 and invites you to experience their southern hospitality, the mouthwatering creations of their culinary team and the 360° views of their vineyard, lavender farm and lake while sipping on a glass of wine made with love.

LOCATION

130 County Road 50 East Colchester N0R 1G0

519-738-6111 info@north42degrees.com north42degrees.com

HOURS

Daily 11 am – 8 pm Friday & Saturday 11 am – 9 pm north42wines North42Degrees

Oxley Estate Winery

Oxley has become known for its warm hospitality, charm and beauty. Winemaker Andrew Wilson produces small-lot wines that pair deliciously with our menu. Wine tastings are available, surrounded by our beautiful gardens and patios. Sample a lovely Pinot Noir, a lush Auxerrois, a crisp Riesling, and other varietals. The winery is a great place to experience wine and food from Windsor Essex!

LOCATION

533 County Road 50 East Harrow N0R 1G0 519-738-3264 info@oxleyestatewinery.com oxleyestatewinery.com

HOURS

Daily 11 am – 5 pm

Extended restaurant hours in the seasonal months Reservations are recommended oxleyestatewinery OxleyEstateWinery

Paglione Estate Winery offers guests a unique experience, infused with Italian charm, in a warm, family atmosphere. Enjoy their old-world style of winemaking with their famous wood-fired pizza or traditional sharing plates, inspired by timeless family recipes. Complete your visit with a handmade gelato while relaxing on their sunny Mediterranean patio.

LOCATION

724 County Road 50 East Harrow N0R 1G0

519-738-0597 info@paglioneestatewinery.com paglioneestatewinery.com paglioneestatewinery

HOURS

Spring & Summer

Wed. & Thurs. 12 pm – 8 pm

Friday & Saturday 12pm – 9 pm

Sunday 12 pm – 6 pm

Fall & Winter

Thurs. to Sat. 12 pm – 8 pm

Sunday 12 pm – 6 pm

Check website for updates

Founded in 1979, Pelee Island Winery has 700+ acres planted on Pelee Island, making it the most southern vineyard in Canada. We invite you to visit our winery in Kingsville to learn about the “Vine to Wine” process through interactive tours & tastings; shop for your favourite wines in our retail gift boutique; and enjoy our covered Wine Patio. There are also meeting & banquet facilities. We pride ourselves on consistently producing exceptional wines in an ecologically conscious manner that will exceed your expectations.

LOCATION

455 Seacliff Drive Kingsville N9Y 2K5 519-733-6551 1-800-597-3533 inquiries@peleeisland.com peleeisland.com

HOURS peleewinery peleewinery peleewinery

Pelee Island is home to our 700+ acre farm in Canada’s warmest grapegrowing region with a winemaking history dating back more than 150 years. Our Winery Pavilion encourages you to reset yourself to island time on the relaxing grounds surrounded by vineyards and the shores of Lake Erie, enjoying treats from our Deli Hut that pair perfectly with the chill vibe. Sign up for our newsletter via our website to stay up to date on operations and exclusive offers.

LOCATION

20 East West Road Pelee Island N0R 1M0

519-724-2469

1-800-597-3533 pavilion@peleeisland.com peleeisland.com

HOURS

May – October Daily 10 am – 4 pm

Extended summer and weekend hours

Tours

May – October 12 pm & 2 pm

Additional tours in summer and on weekends peleewinery peleewinery peleewinery

The Mitchell family warmly welcomes you to visit their stunning winery and retail centre year-round. The estate is located on a picturesque property surrounded by ponds, vineyards, gardens and a sandy beach on Lake Erie. Experience our delicious picnic basket (May – October) or charcuterie options year-round and soak in the setting with a glass or bottle of 100% Ontario, small-batch wine. Taste a variety of styles from Pinot Grigio, Cabernet Sauvignon & Franc, Pinot Noir, and Riesling wines. A complete offering for the dry or sweet wine drinker.

LOCATION

7258 County Road 50 West Harrow N0R 1G0

519-738-9253 info@sprucewoodshores.com sprucewoodshores.com

HOURS

Daily 11 am – 5 pm Check website for updates sprucewoodshores SprucewoodShoresEstateWinery

Viewpointe Estate Winery

Sitting on the shores of Lake Erie, Viewpointe boasts one of the great panoramic views of Ontario. Enjoy lunch and a wine tasting under the patio pavilion before taking a stroll across the lakeside lawn. They craft world-class wines from three estate vineyards. Be sure to try Cabernet Franc and their signature Auxerrois.

LOCATION

151 County Road 50 East Harrow N0R 1G0

1-866-372-VIEW (8439)

519-738-0690 info@viewpointewinery.com viewpointewinery.com

HOURS

Summer daily 11 am – 6 pm

Winter 11 am – 5 pm

Tours and tasting groups of 10+ require reservations

Fast-casual dining available viewpointe.winery viewpointewines viewpointeestatewinery

VIVACE ESTATE WINERY

Vivace Estate Winery stands at the western gateway to southwestern Ontario’s premium wine country. Just a short scenic drive from Detroit River and Windsor. Enjoy remarkable vine to wine excellence at its most elegant tasting room.

LOCATION

5141 Concession Road 5N

Amherstburg N9V 0C8 519-997-2576 info@vivaceestatewinery.com vivaceestatewinery.com

HOURS

Winter 11 am – 5 pm

Summer 11 am – 6 pm vivace.estate.winery vivaceestatewinery vivaceestatewinery

Without grapes, there would be no wine. Without passionate and skilled growers, there would be no grapes.

When you support wines made with 100% Ontario grown grapes, you are supporting 500 farm families rooted in Ontario’s communities and economy. grapegrowersofontario.com

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