NORMAN HARDIE WINERY
PIZZA OVEN
The outdoor pizza oven and patio are now open 7 days a week from 11am to 6pm!
We accept bookings for tables only between 11am and 11:30am (after 11:30 we serve all guests first come, first served). To inquire about reservations please email us through groups@normanhardie.com (we kindly require a minimum of 48 hours notice for bookings). Bookings are for large groups only; couples and small groups need not inquire.
Open early May to October, enjoy our wood-fired thin crust pizza with a glass of wine on our patio overlooking the vineyard.
Our pizza recipe has been developed by top chefs from some of Toronto’s finest restaurants: Pizzeria Libretto, Terroni, and Ortolan.
Not only do we serve the finest wood-oven pizzas, we also serve the freshest oysters from P.E.I., in-house smoked Ontario trout, and warm cast iron olives.
VISIT US
Set in beautiful, rural Prince Edward Country, the winery and estate vineyard are a 2-hour drive from Toronto and about 4-5 hours from Ottawa, Montreal or upstate New York. With plenty of over-night options at local B&Bs, a trip to the County can make for a wonderful weekend away.
Visitors are welcome to join us at the winery to taste through our wines, have lunch on our patio during the summer, or just say hello. Staff will be at the winery during the day all year round.
TASTING BAR
The Tasting Bar is open daily from 10am to 6pm!
You can also order online via our ‘Buy’ section. Free delivery on all ONT orders over $90.00. Reasonable rates to the rest of Canada. In compliance with government regulations we ask that you bring your own mask in the event you would like to shop inside our establishment.
For more information email- info@normanhardie.com
During the summer months (April through October), the tasting bar is open 7 days a week, from 10am to 6pm.
From November through March, the tasting bar is open daily, from 11am to 5pm.
1152 Greer Rd,
Wellington, Ontario, K0K3L0
Canada
t: (613) 399-5297
Get driving directions to the winery
We strive to create a barrier free experience for our customers. Please contact us if you have questions about the accessibility of our services.
“Sextus” unicorn wine at Karlo Estates Winery
Get your hands on a unicorn wine, which Tony Aspler thinks is worthy of Gold. Watch the video below to learn the story of our quest to make our “Holy Grail” wine, which has rarely been made since the Phyloxora Epidemic in France in the late 1800’s.
Watch the video below
https://www.karloestates.com/contact
613-399-3000
561 Danforth Road,
Wellington, Ontario,
Canada, K0K 3L0
A Fathers Day Feast!
To be held at Trail Estates Winery
Trail Estate Winery
416 Benway Rd., Hillier ON K0K 2J0
647-233-8599
We’ve always thought meat makes a much better wine pairing. So, these next two weekends we are thrilled to host Cultura Tiempo — which will be providing tasty Argentinian grill!
Weekends of June 18-20 and June 25-27
FOOD TRUCK/GRILL:
Friday, Saturday and Sunday 12-5pm (a-la-carte menu)
3-COURSE ASADO DINNER:
Saturday June 19th at 6:30pm
Menu:
Empanadas to start
Fresh bread, chimichurri and salsa criollo for the table
3 cuts of meat served family style
- entraña (skirt steak)
- fire-roasted chicken
- chimichurri-lemon pork ribs
Chimichurri fries
Green salad
Dulce
$75/pp with wines available to purchase by-the-glass.
Max. group size of 4 ppl or family; served outside on our picnic tables.
This is an outside event.
Limited Seats Remain!
Planning your trip to Prince Edward County
Grapes in Prince Edward County
Dreaming of a Trip to The County?
The County is your place to slow down.
There’s no rush. We’re all on “County time.” Slow moving tractors are part of our charm. You might enjoy the buzz of our small towns, or the bustle of the beach, but we invite you to explore and find a corner of The County that is just for you.
Let us help you plan your trip. We love our little island and have laid out the welcome mat for wine and food lovers, bachelorette parties, art students, bird watchers, beachgoers, family reunions and everyone in between.
Click for important info as you plan your trip during COVID-19.
Plan Your Trip:
Check out what to taste and experience, and where to explore and stay in The County. Get adventure ideas from our blog and itineraries. Find print information around The County at local businesses or online (County Map, Wine Map, Arts Trail Guide)
Fabulous Ice-cream in Prince Edward County
Where to find the best Ice Cream
1. Cones & Shakes
Phone: (613) 921-2326
Website https://cones-shakes.business.site/
19 Elks St, Picton
2. Old Greenhouse Ice Cream Shop
Phone: (613) 399-2064
182 Main Street Wellington
Website https://www.ogicecreamshop.com/
3. Slickers Ice Cream
Telephone: (613) 393-5433
232 Main Street, Picton - 271 Main St, Bloomfield
Website http://www.slickersicecream.com/
4. Sunflower Fields Ice Cream Shoppe
Website https://sunflowerfields.ca/
886 County Road 10, Cherry Valley
5. Campbell’s Orchards
Phone: (613) 962-3751
Website https://www.campbellsorchards.com/
1633 County Rd 3, Carrying Place, ON K0K 1L0
6. Orchard Drive Dari-Bar & Grill
Phone: (613) 399-2131
Web: https://m.facebook.com/OrchardDariBar/
460 Wellington Main St, Wellington, Ontario
7. Outerbanks Deli
2052 County Road 18, Picton, ON K0K 2T0
8. The Bean Counter
Phone: (613) 476-1718
Website https://beancountercafe.com/
172 Picton Main Street
Prince Edward County, Canada
The Grange Vineyards of Prince Edward County
The Grange of Prince Edward is a family-run winery in Prince Edward County, Ontario. Caroline Granger, and now with the help of her daughter Maggie, has spent the last 15 years discovering the great potential of this unique region.
The Grange grows 6 varietals on a 60-acre vineyard; with chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Riesling, Gamay, pinot noir, and cabernet franc. The winery produces only 100% estate-grown and made wines to reflect the region and its distinct style. Watch the video below with Maggie Granger.
Covid 19 Hits Ontario Wineries
Touring the Grange of Prince Edward County
https://www.huffingtonpost.ca/shannon-skinner/prince-edward-county_b_8504334.html
Toronto Life Wine Club, Celebrating the Grange of Prince Edward
https://torontolife.com/food/qa-behind-bottle-winemakers-aprils-toronto-life-wine-club/
French Fries at J.K. Farm
We roll into the 2021 with a crisp new look. Reflecting on our inaugural season last year, we were extremely pleased with the popularity of the French fry stand. This year we are building on our core menu to include new, prepared foods to take away. Burger kits, pan-ready local fish specialties, and grill-ready marinated steaks, to name a few. As always, our focus is on celebrating all things local and then adding our signature creativity to surprise and delight our guests.
This year the French fry stand at the farm will be open Tuesday-Saturday from 11:00-5:00. Our 2021 season will begin on May 18th and run through Thanksgiving weekend. On Saturdays we will also be at the Wellington Farmers Market. We look forward to seeing you!
Follow us on Instagram for any updates on hours and availability.
French Fries at your event
Our french fry operation is mobile; consider adding this unique and delicious offering to your next event. It will be sure to please guests of all ages.
Please contact us to provide french fries for your special event.
For more information on J.K. Fries please contact
J.K. Fries are proudly Feast ON certified.
Lockyer's Country Gardens
Our greenhouses carry an extensive selection of annual and perennial plants and an upper level of thousands of hanging baskets. Our concrete floors make it easy to walk around and take in the beauty, wide selection, variety and upscale size of our plants.
The plants are conveniently setup by sun/shade required sun exposure and are laid out alphabetically
to help you locate them easily... Annuals by common name; Perennials by Latin name. We’ve been told
on numerous occasions: “ It's great to have so many colour scheme combinations and varieties all in one place!” and “This is even better than 'Canada Blooms'… and the view is free!”
http://lockyers.com/slideshow.html
Visit our website http://lockyers.com/index.html#welcome
Trail Estates Winery
This past week we removed most of the textiles covering our vines. We switched from burying with earth a few years ago and the rains this week (and next?) make us thankful for that decision. While it can’t replace the romance of farming dirt (kidding!), it’s still 10-hr days and about 23,000 steps taken! Geotextile crossfit classes anyone?
The plants are looking healthy. The buds are just at the fuzzy stage so they still have some cold-hardiness — a good thing if temperatures indeed drop again Saturday morning!
So, while we worry about that, we thought you’d like info on our latest Mixed Packs. Also check out the Pinot Gris Collab pack, at the bottom of this email, put together with the assistance of our friends at Redtail Vineyards and Hubbs Creek Vineyards!
Little Fluffy Clouds
Are Back!
3-PACK: $124 all-in | 6-PACK: $212 all-in
2020 Little Fluffy Clouds Sparkling - Preview!!!
This wine is ALIVE with bubbles and flavour: Careful opening this one!!!
60% Pinot Gris, 40% Muscat Ottonel. Pressed whole cluster and fermented naturally under temperature control for 2 months. A small amount of juice was added at bottling to obtain a pressure of 3 bar. Dreamlike aromatics of peaches and limes that lift you up high into the clouds. Frothy bubbles with a touch of lime and a creamy leesy finish on the palate.
2020 Pét Nat - Rosé
A fun wine! 92% Riesling, 5% Baco Noir, 3% Cabernet Franc. A wine that fermented naturally, slowly and cooly for 2.5 months before it approached the sugar level appropriate for bottling. Racked 6 times to ensure a clear wine this wine went to bottle with an aim of obtaining 3.5 bar pressure. Still fermenting! Still tinged with delicious sweetness but not cloying. Vibrant red raspberries and cranberries with a pleasant spritz on the palate. Bright and juicy, off-dry (currently 11g/L RS) with light effervescence!
2017 Foxcroft Chardonnay - Unfiltered
“The charming and natural beauty of a chardonnay originally locked in by a self-reflecting reductive tendency now emerges with full mellifluous smoulder and a honeyed smokiness… a virtuoso performance only made possible by chances taken, through the scientific experimentation of a winemaker with a sense of wonder. This performance of Foxcroft fruit has not been noted before and neither will it be repeated.” 91 PTS – Michael Godel
Shipping (ON & QC) and all Taxes included!
MAY WOTM CLUB
Park Bubbles!
Not every region concurs, but the May Wines of The Month will include what we think are three perfect park (or patio) bubbles including the 2019 Radice Lambrusco di Sorbara!
JUNE WOTM CLUB
Orange Wines!
June will include our latest Orange wines plus Avling Brewery’s Orpheus, featuring our ORNG Skins!
Limited quantities are available.
Consider signing up for 3+ months to make sure you don’t miss any releases. Sign up for 6 months and get a complimentary hour-long cellar tasting for six ($150+ value) this summer, post-lockdown!
Trail Estate Winery
416 Benway Rd., Hillier ON K0K 2J0
647-233-8599
Restaurants in Prince Edward County
Burger at Flossie’s Sandwiches
This is a partial list of restaurants in the county
BS Barbeque - Consecon https://bs-barbeque.business.site/?utm_source=gmb&utm_medium=referral#gallery
Kaleidoscope Catering - A Moveable Feast - Consecon https://www.kaleidoscopecatering.com/
Strato’s Pizza & Restaurant - Consecon https://www.stratospizza.ca/
Jamie Kennedy Fries - Hillier https://jamiekennedy.ca/pages/j-k-fries
Flossies Sandwiches - Hillier https://www.flossiesandwiches.com/
Drake Devonshire - Wellington https://www.thedrake.ca/drakedevonshire/food-drink/
Idle Wild PEC - Wellington https://m.facebook.com/Idle-Wild-PEC-179647422765267/
HelloBonJour - Wellington Phone: (343) 749-0444
Good Place - Wellington https://goodplace.ca/
Lake Side Motel - Wellington https://thelakesidemotel.com/deck-bar-1
Piccolina Mercato (Enid Grace) - Wellington https://www.enidgrace.com/
Midtown Brewing Wellington https://midtownbrewingcompany.com/
Big Mikes BBQ https://www.bigmikesq.com/ also at Kinsip House of Fine Spirits https://www.kinsip.ca/
Rock n Rogers Pizzeria - Wellington https://www.facebook.com/Rock-n-Rogers-204081244527/
Orchard Drive Dari-Bar & Grill - Wellington - 613-399-2131
Wellington Bakery https://thewellingtonbakery.com/
Angeline’s -Bloomfield https://www.angelinesinn.com/
Bermuda PEC - Bloomfield https://www.bermudapec.com/
Bullfrog’s Eatery - Bloomfield Phone: (613) 393-1174
Saylor House Cafe and B&B https://www.thesaylorhousecafe.ca/
The Public House - Bloomfield g House Restaurant & Inn - Bloomfield
Restaurant On the Knoll -West Lake - 613-393-2090 https://isaiahtubbs.com/dining/
The Tambo Snack Bar - West Lake -343-263-4386
Baileys Casual Dining - Picton - 613-476-7187
Golden Restaurant - Picton - 613-476-7056
Gus's Family Restaurant - Picton - 613-476-6900
Picton Pizzeria - Picton - 613-476-3289
Prince Edward Pizza - Picton - 613-476-4424
Pizza at Terra Cello Winery http://terracellowinery.com/
Pizza at Norman Hardie Winery https://www.normanhardie.com/
Pizza at Three Dog Winery https://www.threedogwine.com/
Pizza at Hillier Creek Estates Winery https://www.hilliercreekwinery.ca/
Schooner's Fish & Chips - Picton - 613-476-2288
The Inn at Lake on the Mountain http://lakeonthemountain.com/dining/the-inn/
Prince Edward County - Lets Go and Explore
Popular Beaches - https://mycanadianpassport.com/picton-ontario-beaches/
Fishing - https://countyshores.com/fishing-s51.php
Cooking Classes - https://fromthefarm.ca/
Enid Grace Culinary - https://www.enidgrace.com/teaching-kitchen
Jamie Kennedy Kitchens - https://jamiekennedy.ca/pages/dinner-series
Jamie Kennedy Fries - https://jamiekennedy.ca/pages/j-k-fries
Music - https://musicatportmilford.org/
Music Fest - https://www.sandbanksmusicfest.com/
Camping - https://www.visitpec.ca/stay/campgrounds/
DriveIn Theatre - https://www.themustangpec.ca/
Breweries - https://www.getwhatyouwantinthecounty.ca/ultimate-guide-craft-beer-prince-edward-county/
BBQ - https://www.bigmikesq.com/
Cheese - https://fifthtown.ca/ https://blackrivercheese.com/
Closson Chase Vineyards
Grape Vines at Closson Chase Vineyards
Plan. Pivot. Proceed. Pivot Again
Just as quickly as we began hosting tastings again, our plans have been put on hold. Any in-person tastings have been paused for a 28 day period, in accordance with the latest decision from the Ontario Government. Until lifted, we are happy to host you in inside the purple barn at our Bottle Shop daily from 12-4pm. For your comfort and safety, Curbside Pick-up will also be available during these hours, by calling 343-261-6465 to place your order. We will deliver right to your trunk!
Online Shopping has never been easier, and it saves you time with shipping right to your door! Free shipping is automatically granted to online orders of 6 bottles or more. We are also providing free local shipping within Hastings & Prince Edward counties with no minimum bottle purchase.
As the Spring weather arrives, the sun will shine again and growing season will be upon us. Once restrictions have been lifted, we can come together, for safe, socially distanced tastings. We cannot wait to share our exciting plans for the upcoming season... we just need to be patient and diligent for a while longer.
Thank you for your ongoing patience and support as we all pivot our plans once again. We are all in this together, choose local, stay safe and keep positive.
Hiking Trails in Prince Edward County
Prince Edward County is renowned for its great Wineries but its beautiful landscape and scenery are nothing short of breathtaking. There are many Conservation areas and trails for those who really appreciate nature, beauty, and the outdoors.
Hiking is a great pastime for anyone. You can walk, run or bike to these beautiful places. There are many dog-friendly areas too.
Check out these Conservation areas and trails all in Prince Edward County awaiting your enjoyment:
Monarch Point Conservation Reserve - a protected area located along the south shore of Prince Edward County on Lake Ontario. The name, “Monarch Point”, is derived from the recognition that the site is within an International Monarch Butterfly Reserve. https://www.countylive.ca/countys-monarch-point-is-ontarios-newest-conservation-reserve/
MACAULAY MOUNTAIN CONSERVATION AREA – Main, Middle Cut, and Creekside Loop https://www.quinteconservation.ca/en/outdoor-spaces/macaulay-mountain-conservation-area.aspx
MASSASAUGA POINT CONSERVATION AREA https://www.quinteconservation.ca/en/outdoor-spaces/massassauga-point-conservation-area.aspx
HARRY SMITH CONSERVATION AREA https://www.visitpec.ca/business_listings/harry-smith-conservation-area/
BEAVER MEADOW WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA AND BEAVER MEADOW EAST AND WEST LOOKOUT TRAILS https://www.alltrails.com/parks/canada/ontario/beaver-meadow-wildlife-management-area
HJ MCFARLAND CONSERVATION AREA https://www.visitpec.ca/business_listings/h-j-mcfarland-conservation-area/
RUTHERFORD-STEVENS LOOKOUT https://www.inspirock.com/canada/waupoos/rutherford-stevens-lookout-a1276250653
LOYALIST MOUNTAIN PRIVATE NATURE RESERVE http://www.loyalistmountain.ca/
LITTLE BLUFF CONSERVATION AREA – https://www.ontarioconservationareas.ca/component/mtree/conservation-authorities/quinte/little-bluff-conservation-area?Itemid=
SANDBANKS PROVINCIAL PARK: Dunes Beach Day Use area, Dunes Nature Trail, Cedar Sands Trail, West Point Trail, Woodlands Trail, Sandbanks Beach http://www.friendsofsandbanks.org/newsite_2017/2017_dunes_beach.html
LAKE ON THE MOUNTAIN PROVINCIAL PARK https://www.ontarioparks.com/park/lakeonthemountain
PRINCE EDWARD DOG PARK https://www.princeedwarddogpark.org/
PRINCE EDWARD POINT NATIONAL WILDLIFE AREA https://www.canada.ca/en/environment-climate-change/services/national-wildlife-areas/locations/prince-edward-point.html
CONSECON MILL DAM CONSERVATION AREA POND AND PARK http://consecon.ca/home/local-attractions/
BIRDHOUSE CITY https://www.facebook.com/BirdhouseCityPEC
DEMORESTVILLE CONSERVATION AREA LOOP https://www.alltrails.com/trail/canada/ontario/demorestville-conservation-area#:~:text=Demorestville%20Conservation%20Area%20Loop%20is,used%20from%20March%20until%20November.
MILLENIUM TRAIL https://www.visitpec.ca/2019/05/29/the-millennium-trail-everything-you-need-to-know/
MAIN TRAIL https://www.alltrails.com/trail/canada/ontario/main-loop-trail
Find Information about all the trails above at:
www.quinteconservation.ca https://www.quinteconservation.ca/en/outdoor-spaces/outdoor-spaces.aspx
www.alltrails.com https://www.alltrails.com/explore?b_tl_lat=44.20320437693533&b_tl_lng=-77.83090704956095&b_br_lat=43.998818983769496&b_br_lng=-77.31489295044001
Best Pizza in Prince Edward County
Pizza at Terra Cello Winery
Enjoy Pizza at Terra Cello Winery in Prince Edward County
Pizza Opening soon. Please check our website weekly for the latest news on when we are firing up our oven. Indoor seating in our tasting room by the fireplace and Tuscany room are ready to have you and your family enjoy some wine, laughs, Italian music and of course, some of the most famous pizza Napoletana outside of Napoli. Please note, for groups of 10 or more, please call at least one day in advance to assure seating is available up until June. For July and August, please reserve your seat at least one week in advance to avoid delays.
Come see why the Food Channel U.S, Nuvo Mag, Chatelaine, Rodgers T.V and yes Even South Korean news has stopped in to see the County’s youngest winery owner, professional winemaker and master pizzaiulo at work in his own winery with some of the most authentic Neapolitan food outside Italy!!
All pizza’s are all made with Imported Italian fine flour and ingredients.
Pizza formaggo rich tomato sauce, shredded mozzarella, olive oil $14.99
Pizza Margherita Fior di latte mozza, D.O.P. sauce, Certified Flour from Napoli, fresh basil, E.V.O.O. 22.80
Da Roma Marinated tender artichoke hearts, mozza, green olives, sauce $19.99
Cynthia- Sauce, fior di latte, Prosciutto Di Parma slices, black Olives organic arugula, Tuscan Olive Oil, 29.80
Americano- Italian thin sliced Pepperoni, mozza, sauce, olive oil 19.99
Corleonese-Roasted red peppers, marinated Italian eggplant strips, soft creamy goatcheese, oregano, oil $24.99
Calabrese- Italian salami, mozza, sauce, green olives, marinated Italian sun dried tomatoes 24.80
Note: ALL pizza’s are 12 inch diameter and are not customizable. Like in Naples the birthplace of Pizza Napoletana made by hand strictly following the traditional Neopolitan rules for pizzaioli
Abby’s pizza-tomato sauce, spinach, creamy goat cheese, sun dried tomato 19.99
2436 County Rd 1, Bloomfield Ontario, K0K 1G0 (Just East of Wilson RD)
NO WINE TASTINGS FOR 2021. WINE FOR PURCHASE BY THE BOTTLE AT TAKEOUT WINDOW or at table with bottle service. SORRY. WE DON”T DO WEDDINGS Call them for Pizza Reservations 613-848-9307
Visit their website http://terracellowinery.com/
Spring is for Gardening in Prince Edward County
WELCOME TO LOCKYER'S
We are growers and suppliers of premium annual and perennial plants, shrubs, trees, and garden supplies.
Lockyer's has one of the largest on-site greenhouse facilities located in Eastern Ontario. The vast majority
of our plants, flowers, herbs, and vegetables are started from seed or plugs right here on the premises!
We pride ourselves on the high quality, maintenance, and grooming that goes into growing plants for our loyal customers. Each and every plant is personally touched and cared for by our dedicated team of horticulture professionals. We constantly strive to be first with new varieties and types of plants, while providing good customer value. This includes providing large plants and planters that are given lots of space to maximize their growth. Our greenhouses carry an extensive selection of annual and perennial plants and an upper level of thousands of hanging baskets. Our concrete floors make it easy to walk around and take in the beauty, wide selection, variety, and upscale size of our plants.
The plants are conveniently setup by sun/shade required sun exposure and are laid out alphabetically
to help you locate them easily... Annuals by a common name; Perennials by Latin name. We’ve been told
on numerous occasions: “ It's great to have so many colour scheme combinations and varieties all in one place!” and “This is even better than 'Canada Blooms'… and the view is free!”
332 County Road #1, Picton, ON Contact them at 613-476-5757
Visit their website https://lockyers.com/
Harvest Review 2020
Harvest Review: 2020 might be Ontario’s best vintage yet
BY JACOB GREENWOOD / WINE + DRINKS / OCTOBER 24TH, 2020 /
2020 is a year for the history books. The international community is focussed on the pandemic and other global issues, making it very easy to overlook what’s happening in our very own backyard. In our Harvest Review series, Quench writers talk to winemakers across the country to find out how they’re handling this year’s unique challenges, from COVID-19 restrictions to climate change and everything in between. We start with Ontario, where the vintage is shaping out to be one of the best yet… though getting it to wine-loving consumers is proving a challenge.
Ontario’s wine industry is a driving economic force within the province. According to “Grape Growers of Ontario”, over 17,000 acres of land in Ontario are covered in tangles of vineyards that account for over 71 percent of Canada’s wine production. The experts responsible for all this wine are at the mercy of mother nature’s ever-changing temperaments when it comes to crafting quality wines.
Ontario winemakers believe this year’s harvest will be one of the best out of recent memory. I spoke with these winemakers about their harvest season, and what their winemaking communities hoping to expect.
Prince Edward County
Nestled closely to Lake Ontario, Prince Edward County is a small but inventive wine-producing region. Home to wineries new and old, the region boasts a wide array of grapes and wines that aren’t found elsewhere in Ontario. Anything from the Rieslings to the Chardonnay grapes, Prince Edward County has them all!
When it comes to this year’s harvest, it seems that the weather coupled with the arrival of COVID-19 made for some ironic circumstances. “Mother nature’s cruel joke this year is that it is one of the best growing seasons we’ve had in recent memory,” said Geoff Webb head winemaker at Black Prince Winery in Picton. “But many wineries don’t have the tank space, due to COVID and not selling as much wine as in normal years… but the quality of what is produced should be outstanding.”
Webb isn’t the only winemaker who believes that the 2020 harvest will be exceptional. Heidi Del-Gatto, co-owner of Del-Gatto Estates, claims the heat of the summer has added fantastic flavour to the grapes from this year’s harvest. “Your fruit is very clean and very sweet, just your grapes might be smaller and yield less juice because of the hot summer and lack of rain.”
Niagara
Niagara has made quite a name for itself in terms of production and quality. Despite being a relatively young region, Niagara winemakers are responsible for the highest wine production in Ontario. They’ve worked to introduce palates to the allure and mastery of Niagara wines.
Like the winemakers of Prince Edward County, Eric Pearson, winemaker at the Konzelmann Estate Winery, says that 2020 has yielded one of the best harvests he’s ever seen. He also points out that mother nature is to thank for the taste of this year’s wines.
Pearson has a specific goal in mind when speaking about Niagara wines. “Of course when it comes to all winemaking regions in Ontario, BC or Quebec, we are trying to make the best wines possible,” said Pearson, “we are trying to introduce that mindset that, you know, good wine does come out of Ontario and Canada, and sometimes you want to open up your cellar to some Canadian wine.”
Pearson spoke about how despite the usual mechanical hardships, and the ever-present uncertainty of mother nature, Niagara’s wineries produce great quality wines from an always expanding repertoire of grapes. He remains happily confident that 2020’s harvest season will yield some of the best from Niagara in years
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
JACOB GREENWOOD IS A FREELANCE WRITER AND PHOTOGRAPHER WHO FOLLOWED HIS JOURNALISM GOAL AT CARLETON UNIVERSITY. WHEN HE IS NOT LOOKING UP NEW SPICY RECIPES HE IS SEARCHING FOR CREATIVE WAYS TO USE FOOD!
Wine tours in Prince Edward County have started, wineries are open on the weekends Contact us today to schedule your Custom Private Tour. Due to Covid-19 some of the wineries are asking customers to reserve their wine tasting experience in advance.
Reserve your weekend wine tasting tour today to avoid disappointment. See our Prices page for more details. Plan your special day by reviewing the profiles of each winery https://www.princeedwardcountywine.ca/wineries/
Reserve your Tasting Tour
Fishing in Prince Edward County
Walleye
About Us - Specializing in Walleye Fishing on the Bay of Quinte!
Located on the South Shore of the Bay of Quinte in beautiful Prince Edward County, County Shores is a Camper's, Angler's and River's paradise offering a quiet and memorable vacation for all. County Shores is a family operated business owned by Todd and Krista Foster on a Century Farm that has been in the Foster Family for over 10 generations. County Shores is a 22 acre camping resort with over 1300ft of shoreline providing fantastic views of the Bay of Quinte and its legendary sunsets.
For the Camper, we offer large open and shaded grass sites all with great views of the shoreline and water plus the convenience of being a short drive to all Prince Edward County attractions and the world famous Sandbanks Provincial Park. For the Angler, come and fish the world famous Bay of Quinte and Telegraph Narrows for record size Walleye (Pickerel), Pike and Bass all from within the sight of our harbor and docks. For the RVer, we offer large open and level sites for easy RV access, along with pull-thru’s and new 30 amp electricity, all less than 15 kilometers over good paved public roads from Highway 401.
Come and visit County Shores Farms and meet Prince Edward County’s youngest maple syrup producer. Watch as we turn sap into maple syrup in our wood fired evaporator, right at County Shores Campground. Enjoy southern smoked BBQ ribs, beef brisket sandwiches, pulled pork tacos, and smoked mac ‘n’ cheese, all served with homemade maple BBQ sauce from local food truck, Smokin’ Rednex BBQ Co.
JOIN US FOR WALLEYE FISHING | (613) 476-7290 | R.R. #2 Picton, Ontario, Canada
Our Website https://countyshores.com/
Drive along Foster Road and see our maple sugar bush from the comfort of your own vehicle or stop and walk in (weather permitting) to take a closer look at how the sap is collected and talk to our sugar bush attendant.
County Shores Maple Syrup will be for sale in our campground store along with other local vendors and products. Oh and don’t forget our farm fresh eggs!
Maple Madness!
March - Every Saturday and Sunday - 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Register online - https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/march-maple-madness-tickets-144076194777 OR CALL US AT 613-476-7290
We have extended the time period for this Maple Celebration over the course of March to help with social distancing. We are monitoring the local and provincial guidelines to ensure everyone's safety. Each location has a COVID protocol in place. Please remember to dress for the weather!
PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY
Prince Edward County
Prince Edward County is located in Southern Ontario on a large irregular headland or littoral at the eastern end of Lake Ontario, just west of the head of the St. Lawrence River. This headland (officially named Prince Edward County in 1792) is surrounded on the north and east by the Bay of Quinte. As the Murray Canal now connects the bay to Lake Ontario across the only land connection, the county is technically an island.
The county’s relatively mild climate due to the influence of Lake Ontario has led to the establishment of about 40 wineries and close to 12 craft breweries; as a result, Prince Edward County is one of Ontario’s newest designated vinicultural areas. The lake effect from Lake Ontario results in heavier snowfall than in neighboring counties.
Indian Point of Cressy Point, the easternmost point of Prince Edward County, and entrance to the Bay of Quinte.
Prince Edward County is an island community encompassing approximately 1,000 square kilometers (390 sq mi), with over 500 kilometers (310 mi) of shoreline with beaches and limestone-rich soil.
Prince Edward County includes the population centers of Picton and Wellington and the communities of Ameliasburg, Bloomfield, Carrying Place, Cherry Valley, Consecon, Cressy, Demorestville, Fawcettville, Glenora, Hillier, Lake On The Mountain, Milford, Mountain View, Northport, Rednersville, Rosehall, Rossmore, Salmon Point, Waupoos, Waupoos Island, West Lake, Wondrous, and Yerexville.
Here is a small list of what Prince Edward County has to offer when you are not touring the Wineries or Breweries.
Prince Edward Point Bird Observatory visit their website https://peptbo.ca/
Lake on the Mountain - Tranquil lake with no obvious water source, popular for angling for bass, pike & sunfish, 60 meters above Lake Ontario with views towards the Bay of Quinte, the Glenora Ferry, and the north shore Address: 296 County Road # 7 Picton Ontario K0K 2T0
Sandbanks Provincial Park - Sandbanks Provincial Park is a provincial park located on Lake Ontario in Prince Edward County near Picton, Ontario, Canada. Address 3004 County Rd 12, Picton, ON K0K 2T0 visit their website http://www.ontarioparks.com/park/sandbanks
Floralora Flowers - Seasonally inspired floral design and sustainably run-cut flower farm. Weddings, special events, local delivery, wholesale Visit their website http://www.floraloraflowers.com/
Millennium Trail - The Millennium Trail is a 40+-km multi-use trail perfect for hiking, biking or even horseback riding. Stretching from Carrying Place to Picton http://pectrails.ca/trail-info/trail-map/
Fifth Town Artisan Cheese Co. Address: 4309 County Road 8, Prince Edward, ON K0K 2T0 Phone: (613) 476-5755 At Fifth Town, we believe in honestly expressing the beautiful Prince Edward County terroir with which we are blessed. Whether it is the cow milk from Jean’s farm down the road on County Road 7 or the goat milk from the Leroux family farm an hour away, we craft something truly authentic that connects us to the land we live on, giving us a taste, sense, and pride of place. website https://fifthtown.ca/
Littlejohn Farm - An Agritourism Destination in the county, teaching people where their food comes from Address: 908 County Rd 10, Picton, ON K0K 2T0 Phone: (647) 716-7737 Visit their website https://www.littlejohnfarm.com/
Fiddlehead Farm - Feeding you is making the world a better place
Visit their website https://www.fiddlehead-farm.ca/
Lockyer's Country Gardens - Garden center in Prince Edward, Ontario Address: 332 Sandy Hook Rd, Picton, ON K0K 2T0 Phone: (613) 476-5757 Visit their website http://lockyers.com/
Rutherford-Stevens Lookout - Park in Prince Edward Visit their website https://www.quinteconservation.ca/en/index.aspx
Lalaland Glass Studio - Each piece of glass is hand-crafted in my studio in beautiful Prince Edward County, Offering Workshops, and Online classes. Featuring Soap dishes, jewelry, candleholders, and artwork for sale. Address: 2317 Prince Edward County Road #1 (aka Scohari Road) Phone: 613-393-1307 website https://lalalandglassstudio.com/
Millefleurs - All natural Honey, Soaps, Body Butter, Tea, Pepper, Lavender Buds,Essential Oils, and much more. Address: 17461 Loyalist Parkway Prince Edward County Phone: +1 (613) 745-1602 Website https://millefleursstore.square.site/home
Melody’s Garden - Handcrafted, small-batch natural skin & hair care products, mineral makeup, lipsticks, organic soaps & 100% beeswax candles Phone: 613-476-0423 Purchase her products at the Good Place 153 Wellington Main St, Wellington Visit her website https://melodysgarden.com/melodys-garden-products/
WELLINGTON FARMERS' MARKET - open on May 22/21. The Market will run on Saturdays from 9 am to 1 pm, rain or shine. The Market is located in the parking lot of the United Church, 245 Main St., in Wellington, Ont.
Craft Breweries in Prince Edward County
Explore 11 Craft Breweries in Prince Edward County
Barley Days Brewery
Phone: (613) 476-7468 with 8 beers on tap they are open from 11-am - 3 pm Address: 13730 Loyalist Pkwy, Picton, ON K0K 2T0 visit their website https://www.barleydaysbrewery.com/
Fronterra Farm Camp & Brewery
Opens May 20th, 2021 Phone: +1 800-427-1257 Address: 242 County Rd 27, Consecon, ON K0K 1T0
Visit their website https://www.fronterra.ca/
Gillingham Brewing Company
Phone: (416) 892-9646 Beer garden now open, bring your own blankets open from 12-5 pm Friday, Saturday and Sunday Address: 1316 Wilson Rd, Hillier, ON K0K 2J0 visit their website https://gillinghambrewing.ca/
555 Brewing Co
Phone: (613) 476-5556 open every day from 11:30 - 8 pm Address: 124 Picton Main St, Picton, ON K0K 2T0 visit their website https://www.555beer.com/
Lake on the Mountain Brewing Company
Phone: (613) 476-1321 Address: 11369 Loyalist Pkwy, Prince Edward, ON K0K 2T0 Closed for Tastings at this time Visit their web site https://lakeonthemountainbrewco.com/
Midtown Brewing Company - open every day from 12- 8 pm
Phone: (613) 399-1001 Address: 266 Wellington Main St, Wellington, ON K0K 3L0 Visit their website https://midtownbrewingcompany.com/
Matron Fine Beer
Open Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 11- 5 pm Saturday & Sunday from 12-5 pm Address: 65 BARKER'S LANE, BLOOMFIELD, ONTARIO, K0K1G0
visit their website https://matronfinebeer.ca/
Parsons Brewing Company
Open from 12-7 pm every day, Accepting reservations for indoor dining Phone: (613) 476-9977 Address: 876 County Rd 49, Picton, ON K0K 2T0 website https://www.parsonsbrewing.com/
Prince Eddy's Brewing Co.
Phone: (613) 476-2253 Address: 13 Macsteven Dr, Picton, ON K0K 2T0 TAPROOM + PATIO
Sun - Thurs • 10-5 pm, Fri + Sat • 10-6 pm Visit their website https://princeeddys.store/Slake Brewing
Open from 12-5 pm Wednesday - Sunday Address: 181 Mowbray Rd, Picton, ON K0K 2T0 Visit their website https://slakebrewing.com/
STRANGE BREW Beer Studio
Open every Saturday 12 - 12:01 am
Address: 371 Chase Rd, Hillier, ON K0K 2J0
International Woman’s Day
To Celebrate International Women’s Day PEC custom wine tours is offering 50% off all custom wine tours on Thursday, March 11-2021, 35% off all custom wine tours on Friday, March 12th, and 25% off all custom wine tours on Saturday, March 13th.