Discover Wassail in Prince Edward County

The Annual Wassail Festival is Back – Bigger and Better Than Ever!

Join us for a celebration of wine and cider at this year’s Wassail event, featuring a wide selection of top wineries and cideries. With something for everyone, this festive experience spans multiple weekends, so you can enjoy the fun at your convenience.

Event Dates:
November 16–17 | November 23–24 | November 30–December 1

Join us for an unforgettable experience as you explore Three exceptional Wineries & One Cidery

What’s Included:

• Tasting fees are covered in the tour price

• Reservations are secured at each Winery & Cidery

Duration: Approximately 5 hours

Convenience: Enjoy free pickup and drop-off from your hotel, Airbnb, or resort in Prince Edward County.

Pickup from your Hotel in Belleville or Trenton Ontario is also available.

Your group will visit the following Cidery & Wineries

LochMor Cider

https://www.lochmorcider.com/

Prepare your taste buds for a journey of award-winning excellence with our ciders at the helm. The applause from cider judges resonates loud and clear, echoing the victory of over 25 prestigious awards earned in the past five years. These accolades, both national and international, speak volumes about the unparalleled quality we bring to your glass.

Among our crowning achievements is the title of Best Cider of the Year at the 2021 WineAlign Awards, a testament to our commitment to crafting perfection sip by sip. The pinnacle of our triumphs includes four Best in Class awards from GLINTCAP, the largest cider competition on the planet.

Special Offerings during Wassail

• - mulled cider by the glass

• - free cider sample for guests who carol

• - paired chocolate tastings with cider flights

• - cheese pairings with cider

Harwood Estates Winery

https://harwood.blog/patio-menu-3/

Winemaker Jason Collens-Noll shows how we do the magic that turns some Hillier Clay Loam into a family of award-winning, world-class wines.

Food offerings during Wassail

• Mini Tortières $6.95
  A plate of three mini Tortières
  Served with Apple Masala Chutney
  Pair with a mug of Admirals mulled wine $7.00

• Festive Cheese Platter $9.95
  Caribbean Cheddar (Maple Dale)
  Maple Bacon Cheddar (Maple Dale)
  Flat Breads
  Red pepper jelly
  Candied Nuts
  Pair with a glass of Gewürztraminer or Windward White
  (prices vary)

• Week One Feature $9.95

  Smoked fish platter

  Smoked Salmon and Smoked Trout Patés

  Flat Breads

  Dill Cornichons

  Pair with a glass of Chardonnay or Windward White

Closson Chase Winery

https://www.clossonchase.com/

Closson Chase is a quality-driven winery that helped spearhead the birth of the Prince Edward County wine industry. Winemaker Keith Tyers uses centuries-old techniques and sustainable practices to create world-class wines from the highest quality pinot noir, chardonnay, and pinot gris grapes.

Located in the heart of wine country at Closson and Chase Road,
you can find our iconic purple barn surrounded by over 30-acres of vineyard.

Wassail food offering

• We will be pouring samples of our new release 2022 South Clos Chardonnay, paired with a white bean stew.

Traynor Family Vineyards: https://traynorvineyard.com/pages/philosophy

• Our journey towards certified vegan wines begins with a strong commitment to organic and biodynamic practices. We select only the finest grapes, grown with the utmost care for the environment and the delicate ecosystems that surround our vineyards. This approach not only helps us create better wines but also ensures we contribute positively to the preservation of our planet.

• We craft small-batch wines sustainably, with care for our workers and the land. Fair wages and respect for nature are at the heart of what we do.

• Wild ferment gives unique flavours and textures to the wine, allowing the terroir in which the grapes are grown to shine

• Meet Richard, our esteemed Assistant Winemaker who has been an integral part of the Traynor Family Vineyard team for over five years. With an unwavering passion for winemaking, Richard possesses a wealth of knowledge and expertise in crafting our exceptional wines.

  Wassail food offering - to be determined

• Traynor has outdoor Firepits, enjoy great wine and roast some Hotdogs and Marshmallows

  Wassail Tour Prices - November 16th to December 1st

• When 2 passengers go on a 5 Hour Tour the price is $191.50 per person + HST

• When 3 passengers go on a 5 Hour Tour the price is $179.50 per person + HST

• When 4 passengers go on a 5 Hour Tour the price is $175.50 per person + HST

• When 5 passengers go on a 5 Hour Tour the price is $170.00 per person + HST

• When 6 passengers go on a 5 hour Tour the price is $165.00 per person + HST