Below is a brief run-down of some of these wineries, for those who haven’t been to Niagara-on-the-Lake (NOTL) which is often referred to as the “prettiest city in Ontario”.

1. Hillebrand Winery – one of the biggest among the wineries in NOTL, crafting fine VQA wines from premium grapes

2. Pilliteri Estate Winery – known as the world’s largest estate producer of ice wine

3. Joseph’s Estate – producer of specialty and fruit wines>

4. Frogpond Farm – known for its certified organic wine

5. Inniskillin Winery – producer of internationally renowned ice wine

6. Stratus Winery – its flagship are the multi-variety blends called simply Stratus White and Stratus Red

7. Château des Charmes – produces excellent Sauvignon Blanc, Gewürztraminer, rosé, and great reds

8. Jackson-Triggs Niagara Estate Winery – known for its state-of-the-art winery

9. Peller Estates Winery – producers of premium red varietals and high-quality reds and whites VQAs

10. Pallatine Hills Estate Winery – a boutique winery providing a range of wines, including their specialty Icewines

The wineries of NOTL are a close knit community. They are located within minutes of each other.

So if you happen to visit Ontario, don’t forget to visit Niagara-on-the-Lake and its wineries. Sample and compare wines. Enjoy the excellent food in the winery restaurants. Chat with their warm and friendly staff.