Discover Ontario’s terroir and grape growing up close with local grape growers.  Your journey begins with a narrated motor coach ride where you will hear stories from the people behind Ontario’s wine. You will get an exclusive look at Ontario terroir up close, followed by two vineyard tours along the picturesque Niagara Escarpment.  Meet the passionate grape growers who tend the grapes, the winemakers who craft the wine, and taste the wines made from the grapes grown right there in the vineyard.  Your tour ends with a scenic drive along the Niagara Wine Route.

Ticket includes:

• Motor coach transportation
• Lunch
• Wine tasting and pairing at each stop.

Inniskillin Winery (inniskillin.ca) 

As Canada’s original estate winery, Inniskillin is a respected winery pioneer committed to producing premium wines from premium grapes grown in Canada for over 40 years. Set amongst lush vineyards adjacent to the Niagara River, Inniskillin Wines offers a great ‘sense of place’ in wine country with an idyllic view of the Niagara Escarpment. Guests will be greeted on our Piazza with a glass of sparkling icewine and passed hors d’oeuvres, the group will dine in our barrel cellar where our Estate Chef will create a seasonal menu to be perfectly paired with premium Canadian wines.

Niagara College - Benchmark Restaurant (niagaracollege.ca/benchmark)

The Canadian Food and Wine Institute's state of the art facilities are nestled into 114 acres of abundant Niagara land. Benchmark Restaurant is the next evolution of the hands-on learning process. Students begin their careers in the culinary and hospitality industry at this unique teaching restaurant. Benchmark Restaurant has been created to offer local, fresh food options. Features of Benchmark Restaurant include a focus on fresh, local and Canadian cuisine, an educational kitchen and food and wine pairings. We welcome ICCWS delegates to experience Benchmark.

Stratus  (stratuswines.com)

You are invited to an evening that celebrates Stratus' philosophy of The Future of Traditions.  Following a welcome reception in the cellars of our LEED-certified winery, our vineyard will be the perfect setting to 'soak up' Niagara-on-the-Lake wine country.  Chef Ryan Crawford of Gastro Homestead will prepare a three course dinner with freshly pulled ingredients from his neighboring farm; each course thoughtfully paired with wines from Stratus and fellow Canadian wineries.

Ravine Vineyard Estate Winery (ravinevineyard.com)

Ravine Vineyard Estate Winery is a timeless destination, steeped in family legacy and agricultural heritage. Ravine’s four-course meal will include ingredients from their kitchen garden and farming friends, truly bringing ‘eat local’ to life. Each delectable course will be paired with refined, award-winning VQA wines from Ravine’s organic vineyards alongside amazing wines from partnering Canadian DVA’s. Winemaker Lydia Tomek will guide you through each course speaking to the rich history this property enjoys along with the estate’s unique terroir.

Trius  (triuswines.com) 

Iconic. Inspired. Innovative. Trius burst onto the international wine scene when the 1991 Trius Red became the first Canadian wine vintage to be recognized as the Best Red Wine in the World. Trius has continued to raise the bar for Canadian winemaking excellence and winery experiences since. Celebrate the connection between wine, food, people and place while enjoying locally inspired cuisine on the walkway. Hosted by Winemaker Craig McDonald and paired perfectly with Trius wines and wines from across Canada.

Two Sisters Vineyards (twosistersvineyard.com) 

Awarded ‘Best Performing Winery of the Year’ join us for an intimate dinner showcasing featuring the best of what we do; the ultimate sensorial experience showcasing wine and food. The evening will include a four-course Italian inspired dinner using locally sourced ingredients celebrating not just Canadian wine but Canadian agriculture. Our winemaker, Adam, will guide you through two wine pairings with each course, one of our award-winning wines and one from a different wine region in Canada.

13th Street Winery  (13thstreetwinery.com)

Wine Food & Art at 13th Street Winery - Join host Doug Whitty, President of 13th Street Winery, for this intimate celebration of the bounty of Niagara! Dine al fresco under 13th Street Winery’s pavilion overlooking their Gamay vineyard and extensive art collection. Winery Chef Josh Berry will create a four course menu featuring local Niagara producers and dessert from 13th Street’s onsite bakery.  Each of the courses will be paired with winemaker Jean-Pierre Colas’ award-winning Niagara VQA wines alongside partnering wineries from across Canada.

Creekside Estate Winery (creeksidewine.com)

Great Canadian Kitchen Party @ Creekside Estate Winery!  Join Chef Ross Midgley and Winemaker Rob Power as they host an intimate and interactive evening of great food, iconic Canadian wines and entertainment on The Deck at Creekside.  Capturing the downhome feel of a Kitchen Party with a healthy nod to Ontario cottage country deck life.  Enjoy 4 courses (with 2 wines paired with each course) while you learn a bit of ‘behind the scenes’ lore and skills.

Henry of Pelham Family Estate Winery (henryofpelham.com)

Henry of Pelham Family Estate Winery is a family owned and operated winery located in the Short Hills Bench. On Tuesday, July 19th, co-owners/operators Paul, Matthew, and Daniel Speck invite you to dine between the vines and enjoy a farm to table dinner at the winery. Taste award-winning VQA wines from Henry of Pelham alongside other standout Canadian wines, while enjoying a ‘local-icious’ meal prepared by Chef Erik Peacock of the Coach House Café and Wellington Court.

Note: this site is not wheelchair accessible.

Rosewood Estate Winery (rosewoodwine.com)

Rosewood Estates Winery & Meadery is a family owned and operated farm located on the Beamsville Bench, producing quality VQA wines and meads that express a particular point in time. Through our partnership with Stoke Kitchens, guests will enjoy an open-fire sensory dining experience in our underground barrel cave. Showcasing flavours that are globally inspired but locally sourced, guests will journey through a wide range of seasonal flavours complimenting Canada’s diverse terroir. Join our winemaker, Ryan Corrigan, for an outstanding experience that will include our own estate VQA wines alongside our partnering Canadian wineries.

Vineland Estate Winery (vineland.com)

Now celebrating our 40th year of passion for grape growing, wine making and hospitality, Vineland Estates Winery roots go back to the original land grant and our 1845 farm house which is now our restaurant.  Humbled when we were voted one of the top 20 winery restaurants in the world, we rededicated ourselves to providing the best wine and culinary experiences possible.  Dinner guests will enjoy a seasonal, locally inspired, 4-course Chef’s creative menu paired with our internationally acclaimed wines from Vineland Estate Winery and across Canada.

Westcott Vineyards (westcottvineyards.com)

Westcott is a family-run winery that pays homage to the unique terroir of the Niagara escarpment, and specializes in cool climate Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Westcott is thrilled to host a four-course dinner using local ingredients to showcase the best of Ontario. Each course will be paired with one of Westcott’s award-winning VQA wines from either our home vineyard, or our Butler’s Grant property along with another wine per course from another distinctly Canadian winery. Your hosts, winemaker Casey Kulczyk, and owner Carolyn Hurst, will walk you through each paired course.