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ROSEWOOD WINERY & MEADERY

Honest, low-intervention wine. Innovative mead. Local honey. As Niagara’s original meadery, Rosewood is owned and operated by a multi-generational beekeeping family. The winemaking is led by Ryan Corrigan, with previous experience in Napa Valley, Okanagan Valley, New Zealand and Europe before returning home. The team employs traditional, Old World winemaking techniques with modern equipment to create elegant, textured and balanced wines.

LOCATION

4352 Mountainview Road

Beamsville L0R 1B2 1-866-633-3248 taste@rosewoodwine.com rosewoodwine.com rosewoodwine

HOURS

Summer

Daily 10:30 am – 6 pm

Winter

Wednesday – Sunday 11 am – 5 pm

Royal Demaria Wines

The world’s largest Icewine portfolio, 24 varieties. The world’s most expensive Icewine, 2000 Chardonnay Icewine $250,000/bottle. Winner of 8 world-wine records. Royal de Maria’s Icewines have been requested by the Queen, served at the G8 Summit, Japan and gifted to the G20 Summit leaders. Visit The Italian Jerk – Italian Caribbean Cuisine – and Drive-thru Jerk Hut with patio seating located on the property.

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Located in the heart of Niagara’s wine region, Stoney Ridge has charmed wine enthusiasts for over 30 years, proudly producing a wide range of premium VQA wines including the acclaimed series of The Tragically Hip wines. Wine lovers can find Stoney Ridge wines located within Niagara Custom Crush Studio, Ontario’s first custom crush winery!

LOCATION

3201 King Street

Vineland L0R 2C0

905-562-1324 info@niagaracrush.com niagaracustomcrushstudio.com

HOURS

June – December

Daily 11 am – 6 pm

January – May

Thursday – Sunday 11 am – 6 pm stoneyridgewinery stoneyridgewine stoneyridgeestatewinery

TAWSE WINE & SPIRITS

Four-time Canadian Winery of the Year recipient, Tawse is dedicated to producing terroir-driven wines of exceptional quality. Open daily for walk-in tastings, pre-booked private experiences or for a glass of wine or a cocktail made with their in-house crafted spirits. The property is situated on the Niagara Escarpment and offers beautiful views of our vineyards and Lake Ontario.

LOCATION

3955 Cherry Avenue

Vineland L0R 2C0 905-562-9500 ext. 323 retailstaff@tawsewinery.ca tawsewinery.ca

HOURS

Sunday – Thursday 11 am – 5 pm

Friday & Saturday 11 am – 6 pm tawsewinery tawse_winery tawsewines

4551 Cherry Avenue Vineland L0R 1B0 905-562-1380 icewine@royaldemaria.com royaldemaria.com theitalianjerk.com (book via OpenTable) 905-562-8787

By appointment or by chance

Call for details

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Acclaimed Winemaker Sue-Ann Staff, home of the Fancy Farm Girl wines, vinifies on her family’s 200-year-old Niagara Escarpment estate. It’s the ultimate assemblage, blending over 100 years of grape-growing experience (including two Grape King titles) with Sue-Ann’s internationally acclaimed winemaking. Famous for her Icewines, Sue-Ann offers awardwinning Pinot Gris, Riesling, Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay, Baco Noir and sparklings. A fabulous venue for weddings, corporate groups, private functions and seasonal dining.

LOCATION

3210 Staff Avenue

Jordan (Lincoln) L0R 1S0

905-562-1719

1-877-566-1719 info@sue-annstaff.com sue-annstaff.com

HOURS

Monday – Saturday 10 am – 6 pm

Sunday 11 am – 5 pm

Check website for outdoor fare and entertainment schedule sueannstaffestatewinery sueannstaff SueAnnStaffEstateWinery

Thirty

Thirty Bench believes less is more with their approach to small-lot winemaking. The estate’s award-winning Rieslings and single varietal reds are coveted by collectors and wine lovers. Winemaker Emma Garner invites you to taste the critically acclaimed estate wines in a personalized seated tasting, or alongside small bites in one of our wine and food pairing experiences. Winter visitors can enjoy snowshoeing and winter hikes in the vineyards on Saturdays and Sundays.

LOCATION

4281 Mountainview Road

Beamsville L0R 1B0

905-563-1698 info@thirtybench.com thirtybench.com

HOURS

Sunday – Thursday 11 am – 5 pm

Friday & Saturday 11 am – 6 pm

Please visit our website to confirm hours thirtybench thirtybench ThirtyBench

Vieni Estates

WINE & SPIRITS

Vieni means “come” or “welcome” in Italian and that’s just how they want you to feel. Situated on a 240-acre estate on the edge of the Niagara Escarpment they offer a wide selection of fine wines, sparkling wine, Icewine, apple cider and spirits distilled from the many fruits of Ontario. The restored 170-year-old barn on the estate is a stunning choice for your next event or stay at the on-site B&B to immerse yourself further in the Vieni experience.

LOCATION

4553 Fly Road Beamsville L0R 1B2 905-563-6521 info@vieni.ca vieni.ca vieniestates

HOURS

Summer

Daily 10 am – 6 pm

Winter

Sunday – Friday 10 am – 5 pm

Saturday 10 am – 6 pm

Please check website for hours

Winecountryont

Family owned and operated, with rustic charm, this boutique estate winery invites guests with an intimate barn-style tasting room, nestled next to their beautiful, hand-harvested vineyard. Passionate, small-lot winemaking and wholesome family values make Villa Romana a welcoming stop along the Beamsville Bench Wine Route. Enjoy daily wine tastings, explore Italian influences, and meet the owners for a memorable, relaxing and personalized experience. Be sure to check out their collection of authentic Roman artifacts on-site!

LOCATION

4746 King Street Beamsville L3J 1E2 587-437-1846 info@villaromana.ca villaromana.ca

HOURS

Summer

Monday – Saturday 10 am – 6 pm

Sunday 11 am – 5 pm

Winter

Monday – Saturday 10 am – 5 pm villaromanaestatewinery villaromanawines villaromanaestatewinery

Sunday 11 am – 5 pm

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Vineland Estates Winery

Nestled on the slope of the Niagara Escarpment, our winery and signature restaurant are one of the most memorable stops on the Wine Route. Our Winemaker Brian celebrates over 30 years of devotion to this 180-acre parcel with world-renowned Cabernet Franc, expressive Riesling, rare Pinot Meunier and memorable Chardonnay. Visit, taste and prepare to be swept away.

LOCATION

3620 Moyer Road Vineland L0R 2C0 1-888-846-3526 wine@vineland.com vineland.com

HOURS

May – Oct. Daily 10:30 am – 6 pm

Nov. – Apr. Sun. – Thurs. 11 am – 5:30 pm Friday & Saturday 10:30 am – 6 pm

Call or visit website for restaurant hours and tour details vinelandestates vinelandestates winery.vinelandestates

WENDING HOME ESTATE WINERY & VINEYARD

Wending: Travelling slowly, indirectly, yet purposefully. That’s how we make our wines. Veteran Winemaker Ron Giesbrecht and partner Huaying Feng invite you to share this experience. You can find both traditional varietals and uncommonly delicious blends here. The added meaning of “Wending”, in Cantonese: Wen ding , “to aspire to be the best”, is manifested in every wine.

LOCATION

3756 9th Street

St. Catharines L2R 6P9

289-228-6326 info@wendinghome.ca wendinghome.ca

HOURS

Thursday – Sunday 10:30 am – 5:30 pm

Winemaker-led Tastings Reservations by appointment

See website for details wendinghomewine WendingHomeWinery

Westcott Vineyards

Westcott Vineyards is a boutique winery specializing in the production of hand-crafted Chardonnay and Pinot Noir wines. On top of picturesque Twenty Mile Bench in Jordan, this family winery is housed in a 200-yearold lovingly restored Mennonite barn and pays homage to the unique terroir. Sip elegant, artisanal wines on the seasonal patio and savour a fresh farmhouse lunch or snack.

LOCATION 3180 Seventeenth Street Jordan L0R 1S0 905-562-7517

HOURS

May – October

Thursday – Sunday 11 am – 9 pm

Monday – Wednesday 11 am – 5 pm info@westcottvineyards.com westcottvineyards.com westcottvineyards westcottwines WestcottWines winecountryontario.ca

November – May

Please see website for retail hours

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