EMERGING REGIONS

Be the first among friends to venture into these up-and-coming regions that are staking new claims in Ontario’s Wine Country. Whatever direction tempts you, enjoy a diverse array of tastes, topographies and experiences.

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Be the first among friends to venture into these up-and-coming regions that are staking new claims in Ontario’s Wine Country. Even better, assemble a group and invite them along. Whatever direction tempts you, enjoy a diverse array of tastes, topographies and experiences.

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Venture up towards the Nation’s capital for the newest Emerging Region. The grey limestone of the Ottawa Formation provides the foundation for top-quality, cool climate wines that are turning heads North. Santé!

KIN VINEYARDS

Situated on 47 pristine acres in the heart of the Ottawa Valley, KIN Vineyards has established itself as a premium family estate winery with a truly agrarian sensibility and belief in sustainable viticulture. Stop by the most northerly Ontario Chardonnay and Pinot Noir vineyard for tastings and light snacks among the vines. Come for the wine, stay for the sunsets.

LOCATION

2225 Craig’s Side Road Carp K0A 1L0 613-519-1621 info@kinvineyards.com kinvineyards.com kin_vineyards

HOURS

May 19 – 31: Friday 3 pm – 8 pm

Saturday & Sunday 11 am – 8 pm

June: Thursday & Friday 3 pm – 8 pm

Saturday & Sunday 11 am – 9 pm

July & August: Daily 11 am – 9 pm

September – October 15

Thursday & Friday 3 pm – 8 pm

Saturday & Sunday 11 am – 8 pm

A short jaunt for Torontonians and a delicious destination for visitors from afar, the region north of the city offers a selection of wineries sure to impress. For those looking to stock up on the way to cottage country, these wineries offer convenient options.

Adamo Estate Winery

Adamo Estate Winery is a small-batch boutique winery just 45 minutes north of the GTA, focusing on organic and biodynamic practices to produce award-winning terroir-driven wines. The winery offers a beautiful retail space, tasting bar, patio, and event and meeting spaces overlooking the vines, tanks or the cellar, along with great getaway packages available through their sister property, Hockley Valley Resort.

LOCATION

793366 3rd Line EHS

Mono L9W 5X7 519-942-3969 shannon@adamoestate.com adamoestate.com adamoestatewinery adamoestatewinery

Holland Marsh Wineries

HOURS

Please check website for current hours of operation

Nestled in Canada’s premier historical farming community known as the Holland Marsh, the Nersisyan family strives to harmoniously infuse the tradition of Old-World winemaking with some New-World flair. The unique soil composition and bowl-shaped micro-climate gives the estate-grown grapes an unparalleled distinction from that of any other region in Ontario. Holland Marsh Wineries is renowned for its award-winning wines and venue spaces, enhanced tours and tastings as well as supporting all things local.

LOCATION

18270 Keele Street

Newmarket L3Y 4V9

905-775-4924 info@hmwineries.ca hmwineries.ca hollandmarshwineries

HOURS

Tuesday – Thursday & Sunday 9:30 am – 6 pm

Friday & Saturday 9:30 am – 7 pm

Tour hours 11 am, 12:30 pm, 2:30 pm

Magnotta Winery

An architectural triumph, Magnotta’s flagship winery boasts an opulent retail store and wine boutique, two tasting bars and an extensive collection of original art including works by the Canadian Group of Seven, which have inspired the winery’s label designs. One of Canada’s largest producers of Icewine, Magnotta is renowned for its Sparkling Ice™, the world’s first sparkling Icewine, and VQA wines made by Peter Rotar. By The Glass Service now available. Call to RSVP.

LOCATION

271 Chrislea Road Vaughan L4L 8N6 905-738-9463 1-800-461-9463 events@magnotta.com magnotta.com

HOURS

Monday – Friday 9 am – 7 pm

Saturday 9 am – 6 pm

Sunday 11 am – 6 pm

Call for tours and tastings availability magnottawinery MagnottaWinery

Willow Springs Winery

Willow Springs Winery was established by the Testa family, and has been recognized as a pioneer of the Italian style of wine production. Willow Springs Winery was the first winery with a vineyard in York Region to receive VQA Ontario Certification and the first to produce VQA wines on the Oak Ridges Moraine. They are well known for their variety of whites and reds, and their nationally and internationally awarded Icewines.

LOCATION

5572 Bethesda Road

Stouffville L4A 3A2 905-642-9463 info@willowspringswinery.ca willowspringswinery.com

HOURS

Monday – Saturday 11 am – 6 pm

Sunday 12 pm – 5 pm

Windrush Estate Winery

Inspired by travel, the chateau at Windrush shares amazing views, art and wine to rival the world. “We had a farm in Hockley where grapes grew wild. Its sandy soil and breezes across the bench fanned heat from the valley below and pleaded to be the perfect vineyard”. With top-quality Niagara bench grapes, Winemakers Jonathan Boyle and Jim Warren create great VQA, international award-winning wines.

LOCATION

3100 Concession Road 3 Adjala, RR 1 (between Loretto and Hockley) Palgrave L0N 1P0 905-729-0060 willowspringswinery willowspringswinery windrushestatewinery windrush

HOURS

Wednesday – Sunday 12 pm – 4 pm

Call for reservations

Nearby Niagara and the North Shore of Lake Erie may dominate the conversation, but it’s the whispers about Norfolk that should perk up your ears. Set midway between the bustle of these neighbouring wine regions, this area continues to build a budding wine scene. Cruise along the broad expanses of fertile farmland and save some time to wander in the popular beach town of Port Dover. Be sure to toast your flair with fresh new finds.

FRISKY BEAVER | SMOKE&GAMBLE BURNING KILN WINERY

Rooted in the agricultural significance of Norfolk County, Burning Kiln offers a vision of this emerging VQA region’s bright future. The picturesque winery is a repurposed tobacco pack barn overlooking Long Point Bay on Lake Erie, close to some of the best vacation areas and beaches. Offering award-winning wines, outstanding seasonal fare, and an array of events, it’s a can’t-miss stop on every wine lover’s list.

LOCATION

1709 Front Road RR2

St. Williams N0E 1P0 519-586-9858 cheers@burningkilnwinery.ca burningkilnwinery.ca burningkilnwine

Front Road Cellars

HOURS

Daily 12 pm – 4 pm

Please check website for extended seasonal and holiday hours

Frisky Beaver | Smoke&Gamble is located in Port Dover, home to sandy beaches, beautiful scenery, unique shops, great restaurants, and charming B&Bs. As our guests you’ll be greeted by fun and friendly hosts who will introduce you to delicious wines and our beautiful winery, all surrounded by captivating country life.

LOCATION

455 Radical Road

Port Dover N3Y 4K2 519-900-3034 info@fbsg.ca friskybeaver.ca smokeandgamble.ca

HOURS

Thursday – Saturday 10 am – 9 pm

Monday – Wednesday 10 am – 6 pm

Sunday 11 am – 5 pm

Winter

Monday – Saturday 10 am – 5:30 pm smokeandgamble FriskyBeaverWine

Crafting the unexpected in Norfolk County! Come for a sip of something new and enjoy the warm hospitality of our staff in a welcoming environment. Our wine is about more than what’s in the bottle, it’s about the experience it creates. Join us in a beautiful setting for wine tastings, tours and special events. Open year-round.

LOCATION

1195 Front Road St. Williams NOE 1P0 519-586-2256 info@frontroadcellars.ca frontroadcellars.ca

HOURS Summer

Monday – Thursday 11 am – 5 pm

Friday – Sunday 11 am – 6 pm

Saturday 11 am – 7 pm

Check online for up-to-date hours

Tours by appointment frontroadcellars frontroadcellars

Hounds Of Erie Winery

Sip, stay and enjoy the delicious wines and hard ciders at this dog friendly, family-owned boutique winery. Nestled next to the Long Point Biosphere Reserve and Ontario’s most prestigious beach, you are invited to visit this environmentally friendly winery and all it has to offer. This dog-themed winery also offers an off-leash, fenced-in natural patio for your fur-friends!

LOCATION

HOURS

377 7th Concession Road ENR Clear Creek N0E 1C0 519-420-9097 melissavaughan@houndsoferiewinery.com houndsoferiewinery.com houndsoferiewinery

Friday – Sunday 11 am – 5 pm

Inasphere Wines

Located overlooking the shores of Lake Erie in Norfolk County, the Bosgoed family can be found growing Ontario produce, estate grapes, and providing some of the best that Norfolk County has to offer. The views from our new outdoor patio will have you breathless as you sip on our delicious wines, observing our various farming activities.

LOCATION

1454 Front Road St. Williams N0E 1P0 519-410-5930 inaspherewines@outlook.com inaspherewines.ca inaspherewines inaspherewines

HOURS

Summer

Monday – Friday 11am – 5pm

Saturday & Sunday 11am – 6pm Check website for Spring & Fall hours

Live music every Sunday, May 24 – Labour Day

Elgin County is located in Southwestern Ontario just a short drive from London, Ontario. This region, known for its country charm, trendy stores and stunning beaches, is perfect for a scenic rural drive or bike ride. This budding new wine region, which also boasts a diverse assortment of cuisine, is definitely worth a stop.

Since 1970, three generations of Quai family growers have created award-winning wines and blends from the oldest Estate vineyard in Elgin County. Quai Du Vin is within an hour’s drive from London, Woodstock and Ingersoll, near beautiful Port Stanley. We welcome you to enjoy vineyard walks, flights, seasonal craft refreshers, or share a moment with a glass of your favourite wine in the all-season Wine Domes.

LOCATION

45811 Fruit Ridge Line St Thomas N5P 3S9 519-775-2216 info@quaiduvin.com quaiduvin.com

HOURS

Wednesday – Friday 12 pm – 5 pm

Saturday 10 am – 5 pm

Sunday 12 pm – 5 pm

Closed Monday & Tuesday quaiduvinwinery quaduvinwinery

The Roost Wine Co.

Spectacular views and sensational tastes are nestled here among the lush, rolling hills that overlook Georgian Bay. This region is quickly becoming a flourishing wine scene so stay at your leisure or venture a little further north to enjoy a refreshing encounter with the bay, either on the southern beaches, up the Bruce Peninsula or along the rugged beauty of the eastern shoreline.

Situated in the heart of Grey County, Coffin Ridge is a revelation for wine explorers. The modern Tasting Room opens to an elevated deck overlooking Georgian Bay and the picturesque vineyards. Winter-hardy varieties: L’Acadie Blanc, Marquette, and Baco Noir flourish here. Visit the winery to try their Back From The Dead Red (VQA), Into The Light White, Resurrection Rosé and Riesling Bone Dry (VQA) paired with a Vintner’s Plate and/or a wood-fired pizza while soaking up the magic that is all things Coffin Ridge. Private tastings by reservation.

LOCATION

599448 2nd Concession North RR1 Annan N0H 1B0 519-371-9565 info@coffinridge.ca coffinridge.ca coffinridge coffinridgewinery

THE ROOST WINE COMPANY

HOURS

Please check website to confirm hours Tours by appointment

Nestled in the picturesque Beaver Valley overlooking Georgian Bay, Georgian Hills Vineyards focuses on growing cold-hardy grape varieties that flourish within the moderating “lake effect” of Nottawasaga Bay. We are championing cool climate grape varieties such as L’Acadie Blanc, Marquette, and Maréchal Foch. We create unique wines such as our Notty Bay collection that showcases distinct and elegant cool climate grapes. Enjoy our emerging portfolio with a perfect pairing of local cheese and charcuterie on our tent-covered patio.

LOCATION

496350 Grey Road 2 Blue Mountains N0H 1J0 519-599-2255 info@georgianhillsvineyards.ca georgianhillsvineyards.ca

HOURS

Daily 11 am – 5 pm year-round Walk-ins welcome, reservations recommended in peak season georgianhills georgianhills georgianhillsvineyards

The Blue Mountain region is growing in appeal for wine lovers and in 2017 The Roost was added to the list. Boasting spectacular views from the hilltop and featuring a 19th century barn as its tasting room, this newer winery specializes in colder climate wine varietals such as L’Acadie, Marquette and Frontenac Blanc. Snack on cheese and charcuterie patio-side while enjoying your preferred sampling of the winery’s emerging portfolio.

LOCATION

415763 10th Line Blue Mountains N0H 1J0 519-599-6269 info@theroostwineco.ca roostwinery.ca theroostwineco

HOURS

Reservations required Usually open May – November

Please check website for hours