The first gem is Konzelmann Estate Winery. Konzelmann is the only winery in Niagara-on-the-Lake that is right on the shores of Lake Ontario. The building has a distinct European vibe. The tasting rooms are gorgeous, and the staff are very informative and caring. We love this winery for its amazing sense of community. You will see Konzelmann wines in many of the restaurants in and around town and Konzelmann supports local businesses and social groups. You will hear the wonderful storey about how it all started with a suitcase of soil from a peach orchard. Konzelmann is also famous for it’s Peach Wine. While here you will be given a small charcuterie to pair with the lovely flight of their best wines.
The second gem is Bella Terra. Bella Terra is a picturesque family-owned winery known for its beautiful landscapes and high-quality wines. The wines are the star here. From a bright Chardonnay with notes of citrus, apple and oak, to their Cabernet Franc with dark fruit flavours, and their sparkling wines that are crisp and complex, Bella Terra is a great place to sit back and enjoy the atmosphere while savouring the amazing quality of the wines they offer.
The third gem is a small winery called Between the Lines. This winery is very charming. You enter the red barn and right into the cellar where you will have your tasting. Another family-owned winery in the Niagara Peninsula, these brothers are passionate about their wines and the winemaking process. Known for their wine tins, at a lower price point, this is a group favourite for take aways. They have some excellent bubbly called Emily, named after a daughter, and I love the Pinot Noah, named after the son, but that is my son’s name as well. This is a cosy indoor tasting room and they also have a fantastic outdoor space in the summer among the vineyards.
As you go to our 3 local favourites, you will have the opportunity to see and taste such an amazing array of wines from the area and you will love the distinct differences in the atmosphere and flavours. I know this is a wonderful wine tour you will be talking about for years to come.
