WINERIES

Lake breezes, tree-lined routes and summer warmth make the drive along the Lake Erie North Shore Wine Route a trip to remember. This is wine country!

Situated in the most southern part of Canada, the Lake Erie North Shore region shares the same latitude as northern California and the Bordeaux region of France. Rich soil and a moderate climate combine to produce some of Ontario’s best wines – many of them award-winning and highly acclaimed.

The Lake Erie North Shore Wine Route contains over a dozen wineries… and counting. Some of the province’s largest wineries are found in this region, alongside a growing number of family-owned wineries, and roughly half of these wineries are located in the Town of Essex!

Stop in for a private tour and tasting or take a trolley excursion package for an afternoon delight. Whether it’s a day away or a weekend getaway, Essex County’s wine country will not disappoint!

Black Bear Farms of Ontario Estate Winery
1137 County Rd. #20 W., Kingsville
519-733-6289

One of the newest wineries on the Lake Erie North Shore wine route specializes in fruit wines. The Rondelez family invites you to choose from a variety of unique flavours including strawberry, yellow raspberry, red raspberry and purple raspberry, with new berry and fruit wines on the horizon.

Colchester Ridge
Estate Winery
108 County Rd. 50 E., Harrow
519-738-9800
www.colchesterridge.com

Located near the shores of Lake Erie, this family-owned and operated winery boasts twelve acres of carefully tended vinifera varietals. Attention to detail at CREW is of utmost importance. Winemaker Bernard Gorski takes a more traditional hands-on approach to winemaking, monitoring every step of the way to ensure quality and value goes into every bottle.

Colio Estate Wines
1 Colio Drive,Harrow
519-738-2241
Toll free 800-265-1322
www.coliowinery.com

Founded in 1980 in the Lake Erie North Shore VQA region, Colio Estate Wines is one of Ontario’s largest wineries, boasting over 200 acres of vineyards and a 2.4 million litre capacity. The skillful craftsmanship of Carlo Negri, founding winemaker, earned the winery hundreds of awards. His successor, Tim Reilly, is now set to do the same. Be sure to stop by their retail boutique for a tour and tasting!

D’Angelo Estate Winery
5141 5th Concession North, Amherstburg
519-736-7959
www.dangelowinery.com

D’Angelo Estate Winery has been producing award-winning wines for over 25 years. In 1999, owner Sal D’Angelo became the first recipient outside the Niagara region to win the coveted Grape King Award for the highest quality vineyard in the province. Why not stop by the on-site wine store, say hello to the family, and enjoy a glass of wine at their outside picnic area.

Erie Shore Vineyard
410 County Rd. 50 W., Harrow
519-738-9858
www.erieshore.ca

One of Canada’s southernmost wineries, Erie Shore Vineyard is a family-run estate winery owned and operated by Harvey and Alma Hollingshead and their sons. Founded in 2002, Erie Shore Vineyard specializes in 100% Estate Grown VQA wines, which have enjoyed much critical acclaim. Their onsite store is open daily, year round, and their wines can be ordered online!

Pelee Island Winery
455 Seacliff Drive, Kingsville
519-733-6511
www.peleeisland.com

With 550 acres of vineyards, Pelee Island Winery boasts the largest private estate in Canada. Unique growing conditions on the island lead to award-winning wines in the bottle! The winery offers group packages that include a walking tour of the facility, a wine tasting and a barbeque lunch. Be sure to visit their store in Kingsville. It’s open year round!

Windsor Essex Trolley Tours
519-791-3261
www.wetrolley.com

Windsor Essex Trolley Tours is your #1 source for “transportainment” in Essex County. Board the trolley for one of its seasonal “Hop on Tours” and discover the area’s hidden treasures… like its wineries, local produce and special attractions. Or book a group tour or charter at any time. The trolley is a unique way to discover all the treasures that Essex County has to offer. All aboard!