Grange of Prince Edward - Estate Vineyard & Winery
FOUNDED 2004
The Grange is a boutique winery producing 100% estate grown and made wines. It has a beautiful tasting room housed in a historic barn with lovely grounds to explore. Caroline Granger built the winery project from the ground up on her family farm. Growing seven varieties of grapes on 60 acres of vines, it is the largest estate vineyard in Prince Edward County. The Grange produces a diverse portfolio of wines including late harvest and sparkling styles. Caroline makes the kinds of wine she likes to drink - accessible, unpretentious, everyday wines. Wines for real life, as she sees it.
https://www.princeedwardcountywine.ca/wineries/the-grange-of-prince-edward-estate-winery/
WEDDINGS
The perfect backdrop to a classic country wedding for groups of 2 to 100 people.
Packages available upon request.
Elopement Package
Classic Formal Package
Strolling Stations Package CORPORATE RETREATS
Plan a corporate retreat in wine country. With tons of ways to interact with the land and each other, this is the perfect place for team building, new experiences or just relaxing in a beautiful setting. Presentation space is also available as well as breakfast through dinner catering.
Packages available upon request
PRIVATE DINING
Planning a birthday, anniversary, or perhaps a get-together before or after a County wedding. The Grange is the perfect spot for intimate private dining.
Packages available upon request.
One of Prince Edward County’s largest vineyards, the mother-daughter winemaking team of Caroline Granger and her daughter Maggie produces low intervention wines made from 100% estate-grown fruit.
Opening Hours: Thursday to Sunday 11-5
Services Provided:
Wine Sales
Picnic Area (bring your own snacks)
Curbside Pickup
Pop up by Old Salt Cocktails featuring cocktails, local beer, wine by the glass, and snacks. @OldSaltCocktails for details
Notes:
No groups of more than 6 people.
First come first serve. There may be a short wait on shaded patio.
https://winecountryontario.ca/wineries/grange-of-prince-edward-vineyards-and-estate-winery/
https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/17886461485737576/
Closson Chase Vineyards
The Lobster Roll
Toronto, ON
Serving up unbelievably delicious lobster rolls in The Garden all weekend long. Pairing perfectly with our
NEW RELEASE.
THE RIDGE
$40
A Curated Tasting that is interactive and educational, guided by our in-house sommelier Jay Whiteley.
A comparable tasting of four different wines will help to demystify the differences of site, vintage, and varieties.
Location: The Ridge at Closson Chase
Cost: $40 per guest
Time: Allow 45 minutes for the tasting
Booking: Please ensure the number of items you add to your cart equals the number of guests you intend to bring (please see below for the COVID-19 Guidelines). Note that the number of items in your cart and the number of guests should correlate with the available "slots remaining" in the 'Schedule Your Time' section.
Once booked, you will receive a confirmation email to confirm your time slot; please note that only one person from your group has to confirm a date/time.
By Chadsey's Cairns Winery
By Chadsey's Cairns Vineyard is named after one of the region's first settlers, Ira Chadsey. It was he who erected the stone mounds (called "cairns") that can still be seen, in part, behind the farm. History tells us that he would have done this to have a landmark in the afterlife when he came back to life in the skin of a white horse.
Today, the vineyard is an iconic reference in the County.
https://bychadseyscairns.com/?lang=fr
We grow the grapes we make our wines with:
100% genuine Prince Edward County wines.
These wines are all made from traditional and refined grape varieties: chardonnay and pinot noir, worthy of the great tables; ever popular riesling and gewurztraminer (often with a touch of noble rot); refreshing black gamay, bistro style; and other rare grape varieties such as the very fragrant Muscat Ottonel, the mineral-rich Chenin Blanc, and the Saint-Laurent particularly generous in blackberries.
Pioneers in wine
Like all good Prince Edward County wine stories, ours starts off with a hint of madness.
In 1995, Richard Johnston (former NDP MP for Scarborough West and former President of Centennial College who held so many positions it would take too long to list them here) accepted a job with the Mohawks of Tyendinaga. His wife, Vida Zalnieriunas, then a psychotherapist, insisted that they settle in the county: she was keen on living in the countryside, near rivers, bucolic landscapes and artists.
So they bought a 200 year old farm, which had 4 barns as well as a most charming red brick building called "La cidrerie", the construction of which dates back to 1850, when there were orchards in abundance.
During a walk on a gray November day in their new estate, Richard and Vida stop to contemplate the cornfield behind the cider house, which is of particular importance to them: it is precisely here that their children (born in the city) had taken pleasure in losing themselves in the dense rows of ears of corn, on the famous summer day when they met real estate agent Chuck Slik (a name that cannot be invented: in English, the adjective slick designates someone with more than one trick up their sleeve!) who sold them the property that day! But at the time of their walk, there was only 6 acres of thatch left of the field ...
So Richard, inspired by his beautiful memories of walks in stony vineyards in France, and no doubt also by his love of wine, exclaims: “I think we could plant vines here! "(Even a psychotherapist can have difficulty controlling an imbalance ...)
To which his wife replied: "Are you crazy?" - logical question for Vida when one thinks of her training. "Do you have any idea of the enormous amount of work that such a project would require?" (Richard could certainly implement social policies, but what does this man who works in the Legislative Assembly of Ontario know about viticulture? The County is a region that has never done it before? subject of wine trials, after all!)
It does not matter: after 3 years of relentless lobbying, Richard obtains (finally - and with great difficulty!) Support for the acquisition of 3,000 Riesling vines, saying to himself (a fine fox that he is!): " You might as well make it big! "
The spring of 1999 enjoys an exceptional climate…. except May 7, when 30 family and friends have to hand plant vines on an area as large as a football field. They may be dressed in a bright yellow raincoat, but you can hardly see them through the haze and cold drizzle. These novices have the distinct impression of reliving the times of their ancestors: kneeling in the mud, digging holes with a sore back, in rows of earth stretching out as far as the eye can see like a nightmare that never ends. no more.
OUR WINES
In our small artisanal winery, we use our expertise to produce wines made from grapes from the vines of our vineyard, suitable for cool climates. These classic fine wines are produced 100% on the property, in small batches and in barrels. To do this, we employ various processes: some of them are new while others are even older than our historical domain.
To capture the most heady aromas and the most penetrating flavors, we work first and foremost to pick the best grapes possible after having carefully tended the vines by hand throughout a long season.
Riesling 2017 $ 23.20
It is not a dry Riesling, but its liveliness with citrus notes with a slight residual sweetness gives it a special place in the dry white category. Its floral aromas and its underlying crunchiness add to its complexity. A good, refreshing and complete table wine. Also very appreciable to sip as an aperitif. You choose ! Since this is a slightly more acidic riesling, it can cut through thick creams and fatty dishes, just as well as encountering acidic foods, such as citrus or tomato based dishes. . It can also cool you down on a sweltering summer night or rekindle the promise of summer on a cold winter's wake.
Gamay Noir 2019 $ 29.20
A good Gamay is delicious with foods that have a fat content: anything that is cheese, fried or grilled. A medium-bodied red loaded with spicy cherries. Aged in French oak of medium toast. Pairs well with a relaxed atmosphere that requires a bit of palate cleansing and chin wiping. It's even okay to cool a Gamay down slightly on a hot summer day.
3-Point Hitch ( 3 Point Hitch ) 2019 29.20 $
Our red blend creates a link between Gamay Noir, Pinot Noir and you. Notes of blackberries, cherries and toasted oak. Another medium-bodied, fun, bistro-style red that pairs well with deliciously fatty foods. Eminently drinkable. Like a real masterpiece, this traditional French blend combines the brilliance of Gamay with the gravity of Pinot. Named after a revolutionary coupling device for tractors
Pinot Noir 2019 $ 32.20
A classic Comté Pinot that displays a nice interplay between layers of cherry, pepper and earth. From our King Eddie vineyard, the grapes were hand picked and sorted before fermentation in barrels and aging in French oak barrels. Dry, medium bodied and silky. We love it with Atlantic salmon or grilled lamb. Will age well, but it's hard to resist now… A particularly fine vintage.
CONTACT U.S
17432 Loyalist Parkway
Wellington, Ontario
K0K 3L0
(613) 399-2992
info@bccwinery.com
Trail Estates Winery
A couple weeks ago we estimated 2021’s harvest would be late September. It’s still looking like about that. So, while we wait, here’s what is happening at Trail:
The time before harvest is busy one in the cellar. Wines we hope to bottle this Fall have been removed from barrel and into tank. Fermentation speeds can vary barrel to barrel and so this spreads the yeasts so to speak so they call all finish together. Some may move back to barrel to finish, while others will make their way to glass.
In the vineyard, the fruit is looking amazing! It’s an anxious time as part of you wants to pick all the fruit now. But, there is still ripening to be done and most clusters are still a bit uneven in colour, sweetness and flavour. Birds and bees are more active — a good, but also somewhat frustrating sign!
If you’d like to help us harvest, just email us here and we’ll keep you posted with details as soon as we have them!
New Wines Shortly!
New wines currently being bottled are the 2020 ORNG, 2020 Skin-Fermented Gewürztraminer and soon our 2020 Sauvignon Blanc. Most of these should release sometime in late September to follow the current vintage (the 2020 ORNG is included in the August #WOTM Club!). A bit further out (but tasting delicious) and with an initial release later this fall is our 2017 Pinot Noir Traditional Method Sparkling
August Wines of the Month!
This month, Mackenzie discusses grapes! And flowers! These three wines are floral and delicate and in the Sauv Blanc/Cab Franc family:
Pre-Release — 2020 ORNG
Library Release — 2016 Wingfield Cabernet Franc
Pre-Release — 2020 Sauvignon Blanc
Our Wines of the Month Club is curated by our winemaker Mackenzie Brisbois and is a behind-the-scenes look into the evolving world of wine, vineyard and the art and science.Each month includes from 2-4 bottles (depending on the price of the wine) and there are options for 1-, 3-, 6- or 12-month options.
Only $125/month all-in
Trail Estate Winery
416 Benway Rd., Hillier ON K0K 2J0
647-233-8599
Lake on the Mountain Brewery
LAKE ON THE MOUNTAIN BREWING COMPANY
In 2007 we opened a small onsite brewery at our resort and began brewing two styles of beer, ‘Cream Ale’ and ‘Country Brown’. Due to their popularity, we continued brewing our original two beers but added several different styles to our lineup. Previously these beers were only available at our restaurants ‘The Inn’ and ‘The Miller House’.
In the fall of 2016, we moved our production from the resort to a location just down the road in Glenora (11369 Loyalist Parkway). We now have a larger manufacturing site, a bottle shop, beer garden, and taproom.
Our beers are as always available onsite, at our two restaurants as well as a few other select establishments.
We continue the tradition of small-batch, quality beer production using well-sourced local and international ingredients.
https://lakeonthemountainbrewco.com/view-current-tap-list/
11369 Loyalist Parkway
(just down the road from the Glenora Ferry)
Prince Edward County, Ontario
K0K 2TO
(613) 476-1321
Jamie Kennedy Fries
French Fries at J.K. Farm
We've rolled into 2021 with a crisp new look. This year we are building on our core menu to include new, prepared foods to take away. As always, our focus is on celebrating all things local and then adding our signature creativity to surprise and delight our guests. (Menus subject to availability and season).
JAMIE KENNEDY FRENCH FRIES MENU:
Fries with two sauces $5
Braised Beef Poutine $12
Seasonal Soda $4
Chocolate Brownie $3
Date Square $3
Seasonal Salad $8
J.K. LARDER MENU:
JK Aioli small/large $5/$8
JK Mayo small/large $4/$6.50
JK Seasonal Vinaigrette $6.50
Organic Chicken Liver Pate $7.50
JK Double Bone Broth $20/L
Pork Pie $3.20/per 100 grams
Smoked White Fish $7.50/ per 100 grams
Pan Ready Pickerel $6/per 100 grams
Fish Finishing Butter $2
JK Pork Sausages pack of 4 and 6 $3.20/ per 100 grams
Grill Ready Hanger Steaks $5.20/ per 100 grams
Steak finishing butter $2
Hamburger Kit for 2 $35, for 4 $70
(burger patties, Wellington bakery brioche buns, JK mayo, cheddar cheese, JK mustard pickle relish)
*Fridays ONLY* Sourdough $7
The French fry stand at the farm is open Tuesday - Saturday from 11:00-5:00. Our 2021 season will run through Thanksgiving weekend. The farm is located in Hillier, Prince Edward County, at the corner of Loyalist Parkway and Station Road...please enter off Station Road and proceed along the road to just before the barn, where parking is available. Follow the signs on foot to the fry stand.
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.
Stone Temple Coffees
August Feature Coffee
We hope we can bring something positive to your day—as our way of saying thank you for supporting us. We are offering 15% off all our Peruvian Escape products for the month of August! Use promo code: STCAUGUSTSAVINGS at checkout!
Our business is growing and we want to thank you once again! Look for more offers coming soon as we get ready to launch more savings on new merchandise for our coffee peeps!
Stone Temple Coffees - Peruvian Escape, Ground, Medium Roast, Coffee 1lb/454g
$18.95
Taste the ancient mystery of the Inca homeland with this single origin coffee, a mild-bodied mix of complex flavors. Grown between the rocky crags of Peru and the jungles of Chanchamayo, these beans are slightly acidic and renowned in the world of organic coffee.
Cupping Notes: Bakers Chocolate, Molasses, Granola, Cola, Carmel.
Barista Notes: Very mild and smooth coffee that is recommended for those who do not want an overpowering flavor. Great for people whom are not used to drinking coffee or are just starting on the trend.
Chef Notes: Makes for an excellent additive in any cooking adventure as mild flavor will not pull away from other dish flavors. Use small amounts with other spices to liven up poultry and pork recipes.
Peruvian Escape Overview
Peru is a longitudinally-oriented South American country that lies along the Pacific Ocean and is home to rainforest and mountain ranges. Most famous for being the historical land of the Incas, Peru is also home to a coffee industry that produces a gentle, aromatic, and flavorful variety with some mild acidity. The Urubamba and Chanchamayo varieties of coffee are its most famous.
Urubamba grows in the south, near the legendary Inca city Machu Picchu. Chanchamayo, regarded as Peru’s premium variety, grows in the central region of the country, on the western side of the Andes Mountains as they slope down toward the jungle valley of Chanchamayo.
Chanchamayo has a medium body, delightful flavors and aromas, with moderate amounts of acidity. Occasionally it will be light bodied with bright acidity. It’s been described as soft, sweet, smooth, delicate, and well-balanced, having a chocolate, nutty taste and tones of sweet citrus both in terms of aroma and flavor, and also in the aftertaste.
Peru has become well known in the organic coffee trade as well, exporting mellow flavored coffee at competitive prices, often becoming the most affordable organic coffee option in many places. While you’ll find that Peruvian organic coffee is more common and lower priced than other options at stores and roasters, don’t assume that the price marks a lapse in quality, because it doesn’t...to the contrary, it’s an excellent quality mild coffee to add into your pantry.
The environmental conditions of Peru that facilitate its great coffee also have made it a place for solid cocoa growth. The high altitude, tropical climate, and rich soil combine to make a chocolate that is respected and well received around the world, Together, coffee and cocoa make up the number one and two commodities of Peru; they’re such an integral part of its economy and culture, they’re even stamped on certain denominations of currency.
Tel: 1-613-920-7694 Canada 🇨🇦
Email: info@stonetemplecoffees.com
Come and visit us in person at our company headquarters location:
18 Willow Lane, Cherry Valley, Ontario, Canada, K0K1P0
Monday to Sunday 10am to 4pm
Closson Chase Pizza
General Assembly Pizza
will be back at Closson Chase on August 7th and 8th from 11:00 am until 6:00 pm serving up personal pizzas for you to enjoy.
2018
South Clos Chardonnay
is almost gone, with only 10 cases left...
"There is no stepping back from ripeness, richness and optimum PEC Phenolics in 2018, in fact, this hits every high note available." - Michael Godel (WineAlign)
92 Points
Purchase Yours Before They Are Gone
"An afternoon filled with distinctive wines and sensational Blues."
Join us at The Ridge on Sunday, August 8th with a performance from local legend and three-time Maple Blues Award Winner, Miss Emily, and special guest Jennie Thai.
LCBO VINTAGES MAGAZINE
July 24th, 2021
Take a look at Laura Ruffolo’s FULL-PAGE (page 26) review of our 2018 Closson Chase The Brock Chardonnay in the newly released LCBO Vintages magazine.
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AVAILABLE IN STORES AND ON LCBO.COM
Half Moon Bay Winery
We are a small farm-gate winery, offering only wines produced from grapes we grow. We do not use synthetic herbicides or pesticides. Enjoy our handcrafted wines by the bottle or by the glass. Our patio overlooks the vineyard in the southeast corner of the County. We use no synthetic pesticides or fertilizers but rely on the arid climate of Prince Edward County and fractured limestone over Half Moon Bay to produce quality grapes. We process only the grapes we grow.
A small farm-gate winery producing wines from grapes that we grow. We are now closed for the season except for bottle purchases. If you wish to purchase… See More
Small farm gate winery located on the limestone ridge above Half Moon Bay, in the southeast corner of The County.
https://www.facebook.com/Half-Moon-Bay-Winery-100273546732026/
613-476-4785
Waupoos Estates Winery
Located on a stunning 100 acre waterfront property, Waupoos Estates Winery was the first winery in Prince Edward County.
The vineyards were first planted in 1993 with an experimental mindset to see what would grow in this area. As the vines continued to thrive, more varieties were planted – Waupoos now has 20 acres of established vineyards growing 18 different varieties. Our wines have placed in national and international wine competitions, with the medal count growing annually.
The wine cellar and retail store were built from the ground up. The building is rich in limestone (hand picked from a quarry in Kingston ON) and officially opened in 2001. Here you can sample our award winning wines, purchase wine and wine-related gifts and don’t forget to visit the chocolate and gelato store.
As the estate matured over time, we built a beautiful restaurant by the water, nestled amongst the vineyards. Our restaurant’s focus is farm to table; we grow produce and raise proteins on the farm to offer the freshest ingredients whenever possible.
Take a look at our property map to see all of the things we grow and produce on the estate.
Amy Baldwin
THE WINEMAKER
Our award winning winemaker was born and raised in Barrie Ontario. She studied literature abroad in England and general arts in Montreal – the creative process fascinated her which eventually led her to winemaking. At the young age of 20 and on a whim, Amy enrolled at Niagara College for the winery and viticulture program. The gamble was worth it and she fell in love with the craft, and also completed the post grad wine business management program to see the other side of the industry. After her three-year college experience and time working at Reif Estates the opportunity of a lifetime arose. With the help and support of her family and mentor Rob DiDominico she moved to the small town of Picton to embark on this new chapter of head winemaker at Waupoos Estates at the age of 23. Years later Amy continues to produce award winning wines and try new production methods. She also produces award winning cider for the Estate Cider House – Clafeld Fruit Winery and for The 401 Cider Brewery.
What we grow
We have 7 different vineyard plots on our Estate. Proper site selection is crucial for their survival as well as the quality of our grapes and vines.
RED
Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Gamay Noir, Baco Noir, Shiraz, Frontenac, De Chaunac
WHITE
Vidal, Seyval, Geisenheim 318, Geisenheim 322, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Auxerrois, Muscat Osceola, Riesling, Gewurztraminer
Dining
Please see below for our dining options
The Restaurant is Closed Monday and Tuesday
The Food Truck is open 7 days a week
Lunch service
Wednesday – Sunday 11am-430pm
$55 price fixe
Dinner service
Wednesday – Saturday
$95 price fixe
5:30pm – last seating 9:00pm
Lakeside Kitchen Patio & Bar
Monday – Sunday
12pm – 6pm
The Restaurant
Towards the water’s edge you’ll find The Restaurant at Waupoos Estates, a gazebo-style building nestled amongst vineyards with a panoramic view of Lake Ontario. What started as a humble outdoor eatery has since evolved to entertain guests year-round with (when permitted) both indoor and alfresco dining.
The Restaurant’s food philosophy is simple – use sustainable, fresh ingredients grown on our property for a true Farm-to-Table experience. Our multi-course prefix menus offer a combination of family style and plated courses in a refined yet casual dining experience. We showcase the region’s seasonally fresh ingredients, with vegetables and herbs stagger-planted in the property’s garden plots and proteins such as cattle, pork, lamb, poultry and game birds raised on our estate farm.
The Restaurant at Waupoos Estates is a proud member of Feast ON, a not-for-profit that connects foodies with restaurants dedicated to Farm-to-Table cuisine, showcasing the best of Ontario produce and proteins
LightHall Vineyards
We make world-class wine and cheese in Prince Edward County
OUR TASTING ROOM
It is our pleasure to guide you through the Lighthall experience in person. Meet the winemaker and perhaps learn some secrets. Walk the land and absorb the unique elements that make the Estate vineyards, and the entirety of Prince Edward County magnificent.
OUR TECHNIQUES
We use traditional old-world techniques in our winemaking procedures. We are the only winery in The County using a concrete fermentation vessel for our reds – this allows both for typically healthier fermentations as a result of the oxygen penetration into the tank through the porous concrete, as well as temperature moderation by preventing sudden spikes in temperatures as a result of fermentation. We age our wines in French oak barrels exclusively. We also ferment a portion of our wines in these same barrels. We age our wines on the lees, giving a more complex and rounder mouthfeel to the finished wines.
CHEESE WIZARDRY
In addition to being among Canada's first producers of wine and cheese, we are the first producer in Ontario to be making ours under the same roof as our cellar. We create our cheese with the same principles and high standards as our wine. Buying fresh local sheep milk from one farmer on a weekly basis, we hand-make a to produce brie, washed-rind, blue, pressed manchego, feta cheese, and many more to come. and our rotating cast cheeses are designed to complement our small-batch wines.
Come see what we've got in the shop!
https://www.lighthallvineyards.com/cheese
Why join our wine club?
Joining our wine club comes with a variety of exclusive perks that aren’t otherwise available to the average customer. We offer a unique wine club program, running in tandem with the seasons for a calendar year. Each shipment is curated for the season ahead, giving you wines that perfectly suit the time of year. You’ll receive 24 bottles per year sent in quarterly shipments of 6 at a time. You’ll get guaranteed access to all our wines in a curated selection, cellaring recommendations, exclusive releases, barrel tastings, free swag, free tastings on visits, and more!
Here’s what’s inside the August Toronto Life Wine Club box
Here’s what’s inside the August Toronto Life Wine Club box
A fresh and summery trio from County favorite Grange of Prince Edward winery
BY JACKIE MCLACHLAN | JULY 22, 2021
Join the club
Welcome to the Toronto Life Wine Club
In August’s delivery: A fresh and summery trio of wild-ferment orange wine, cabernet franc and chardonnay from County favourite Grange of Prince Edward winery. Orders must be placed by Aug. 18.
Here’s what’s inside the August Toronto Life Wine Club box
BY JACKIE MCLACHLAN | JULY 22, 2021
Join the club
Welcome to the Toronto Life Wine Club
In August’s delivery: A fresh and summery trio of wild-ferment orange wine, cabernet franc and chardonnay from County favourite Grange of Prince Edward winery. Orders must be placed by Aug. 18.
2016 Chardonnay
Why we’re into this wine: It’s the contact with grape skins and years spent sur lie, instead of in oak, that brings complexity to this unfiltered white. The chardonnay saw 24 hours of skin contact before fermenting cold with organic yeast. It aged for 18 months on its lees in stainless steel, then aged in-bottle another 18 months with no filtering or fining. It’s a clever, low intervention method of bringing depth and spice to a wine while ensuring it doesn’t see a lick of oak.
What it tastes like: The aromatics are astounding; floral notes of lavender, lilac, and white flowers along with candied pear and lemon drops. The palate is more focused with flavours of tart grapefruit, white pepper and baking spice.
How to drink it: Serve with crab cakes with pepper aioli, crispy chicken with a creamy mushroom sauce, or melted brie with pear preserve.
2019 Still Waters
Why we’re into this wine: It’s a perfect example of the innovative winemaking practices and out-of-the-box thinking that’s emerging in Prince Edward County. Chardonnay and pinot noir grapes were harvested at the same time, saw 24 hours of blended skin contact and were then fermented together with wild yeast. The resulting Still Waters is a low alcohol (10 per cent), unfiltered, equal blend of chardonnay and pinot noir with a striking orange hue and plenty of funk. Produced in a small batch of only 100 cases.
What it tastes like: Green apple, orangeade, strawberry and cantaloupe with green herbs and earth. It’s a unique and herbaceous wine, but its distinctiveness is rewarding and alluring, and the flavours mingle well on the palate.
How to drink it: The pleasant acidity in the wine makes it a gem for food pairing; spicy Indian dishes, asparagus risotto, and picnic fare of all kinds will be a treat.
2017 Cabernet Franc
Why we’re into this wine: Long and slow are the keys to this bold wine’s success. The cabernet franc fruit spent 28 days macerating with the skins and was then fermented gradually with organic yeast before being pressed gently and delicately to reduce any harshness on the extraction. The wine was aged in French oak barrels for 30 months, then bottled—you guessed it— unfined and unfiltered to retain as much flavour as possible.
What it tastes like: From aromas of raspberry, cassis and violet to notes of earth, green and black pepper, and spice on the palate, this is a powerful red with an enchanting rawness. It’s balanced with medium tannins and a smoky finish.
How to drink it: The savoury, smoky notes in the wine will be complemented and amplified by similar foods such as bacon-wrapped filet mignon, pork fried rice and Spanish paella.
Grange of Prince Edward, 990 Closson Road, Prince Edward, ON, K0K 2J0, Canada
Black Prince Winery - Century Barn & Barrel House with Wood-Fired Pizza
Pizza at Black Prince Winery
Our gourmet wood-fired pizza oven is now open daily at Black Prince Winery 12-8 pm.
Founded in 2018, Barrel House Pizza is known for authentic wood-fired pizzas. We take pride in our use of fresh, locally sourced ingredients and unique flavours, including the use of locally produced artisan vinegar from Canadian Vinegar Cellars. Located in a rustic barn on the grounds of Black Prince Winery in the heart of Prince Edward County, we bring together food and wine to create the ultimate experience.
12" Americano
$23
Authentic thin crust wood-fired pizza with fresh house-made tomato sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni, sautéed mushrooms, sweet peppers.
12" Amatriciana
$23
Fresh house-made tomato sauce, mozzarella, chorizo sausage, caramelized onion.
12" Margherita
$23
Fresh house made tomato sauce, bocconcini, basil, barrel aged balsamic drizzle.
12" Vegetarian
$23
Fresh house-made tomato sauce, mozzarella, caramelized onion, sauteed mushroom, sweet pepper.
12" Aloha
$23
Fresh in house-made tomato sauce, mozzarella, grilled pineapple, smoked bacon, hot peppers, peach reduction.
12" Meatlovers
$24
Fresh in house-made tomato sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni, chorizo sausage, smoked bacon.
Opening Hours
Dine In or Take Out
Patio open for dine in, as of Wednesday June 30th max. 6 guests per table
Daily 12- 8 pm
Friday + Saturday 12-10 pm
May 1 - October 31
Cool Chardonnay!
With the Cool Climate Chardonnay Celebration (i4C) happening later this month, we thought it apt to release the 4th vintage of our Estate Chardonnay!
93 Pts - John Szabo, MS
“…It’s all about the County tension — there’s real verve and an electric current running through — as well as the typical limestone twang and equally common salinity and sapidity… Great palate presence and complexity, a mineral lover’s selection to be sure, crystalline and pure.”
Fruit was hand-harvested from our estate vineyard. Pressed whole cluster straight to barrel. Fermented and aged without racking or stirring. Barrels used comprised 25% new oak, 50% 3rd-fill, 25% 4th-fill — all in 500L format. Racked from the barrel in August after 10 months of aging. Racked once in tank prior to bottling September 8th. Bottled unfiltered and unfined with minimal sulfur added.
This wine shows aromas of sweet hay, bright lemon, and ripe peaches followed by a zippy palate with a beautiful weight and pure county acidity.
A limited number of magnums are also available at the winery.
We invite you to visit us in the County!
Trail Estate Winery
416 Benway Rd., Hillier ON K0K 2J0
647-233-8599
JULY WOTM CLUB
Weddings & Events at Hillier Creek Estates Winery
EVENTS AT HILLIER CREEK ESTATES
Located in Hillier, Ontario, Hillier Creek Estates Winery is a 50-acre property with gorgeous vineyards which offer a fantastic backdrop for wedding celebrations and other social gatherings. Our rustic winery is the perfect venue for celebrating your special day!
Whether you are looking celebrate a wedding ceremony, reception, rehearsal dinner, Jack & Jill, an anniversary, a celebration of life, or any other special occasion, we would love to work with you to create the memorable day you are envisioning. Our facilities include a beautiful 150 year-old barn, which can easily accommodate up to 100 seated guests, gorgeous vineyards, and a spacious patio overlooking a rolling creek.
Contact us for more information and to start creating your own personalized Wedding or Special Events Package today!
**NOTE: There are still a few dates available for the 2021 season — contact us soon to reserve your day!**
Tasting Room
NOW OPEN!
Wednesday to Sunday
11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Long Dog Winery
VINEYARD/WINERY
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We began planting in 1999 and now have 25,000 vines over 20 acres. There are 11,000 PInot Noir, 9,000 Chardonnay, 3,000 Pinot Gris and 2,000 Gamay. The current yield, depending on the vintage, is about 3500 cases. All the wines are made using grapes only from our vineyards.
In September the entire vineyard is netted against birds, and an electric fence surrounds the perimeter to keep out the raccoons. After harvest 2-3 canes are laid down on a low wire and dirt is hilled up on them for the winter to ensure a crop. With trial and error we have invented several tractor attachments to make this process as efficient as possible, including de-hilling in the spring.
Harvesting begins as the weather dictates, anywhere from mid-September into October. All the processing is done on site in the barns across the road. The grapes are hand picked and sorted, then crushed and de-stemmed (by machine not feet). Pinot Gris and Chardonnay are left on their skins for 24 hours then pressed out, the Gris goes into stainless steel tanks and Chardonnay is barrel fermented using various ages of wood.
Pinot Noir is left on its skins for up to 10 days in cold-soak maceration. Depending on the vintage, native or cultured yeast is used in fermentation. The wine is pressed, racked and aged in French oak for up to 24 months.
The secret to great wine is healthy, ripe fruit. If you look after the vineyard properly, have a decent growing season, ideally hot and dry, and don’t over crop the vines, you will be rewarded with wine that is loaded with the flavours unique to the region where the grapes are grown. But don’t just take our word for it, go ahead and taste for yourself.
TASTING ROOM HOURS
November - April by chance or appointment
Please contact
Victoria at 613-476-8807
email wine@longdog.ca
Our Location
104 Brewers Road.
Milford, Ontario K0K 2P0
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
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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.
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