{"id":3867,"date":"2022-07-19T17:01:48","date_gmt":"2022-07-19T17:01:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/?p=3867"},"modified":"2023-09-05T21:28:45","modified_gmt":"2023-09-05T21:28:45","slug":"the-best-ontario-wineries-to-visit-in-summer-2022","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/the-best-ontario-wineries-to-visit-in-summer-2022\/","title":{"rendered":"THE BEST ONTARIO WINERIES TO VISIT IN SUMMER 2022"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"b12171e95ca29a06569361a76d0dc3e3\" data-index=\"1\" style=\"float: none; margin:10px 0 10px 0; text-align:center;\">\n<script data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-6144103376590397\" async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script>\n<\/div>\n<p>Make your next Summer road trip destination a winery!\u00a0 Ontario is home to tons of incredible wineries all over the province, each with a unique taste and wine selection.\u00a0 Take a bicycle ride in Niagara while you cycle to different wineries and taste delicious wine.\u00a0 Take a drive through picturesque Prince Edward County along the shores of Lake Ontario and visit unique wineries with different wines to sample. Whether you like white wine, red wine, rose or even ice wine, wineries across the province showcase a variety of Canada\u2019s best wines. We\u2019ve pulled together some great wineries you should visit this summer in different regions of Ontario (yes, there\u2019s more wine areas than you think!). If you\u2019re looking for even more great wineries (and breweries) in Ontario to visit, check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/wineries-microbreweries.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">website<\/a> for a full list by region.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>Southwestern Ontario Wineries<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3875\" src=\"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Screen-Shot-2022-07-19-at-12.43.29-PM.png\" alt=\"View of a vineyard \" width=\"261\" height=\"142\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Take a drive to Lambton County to visit a sustainable estate winery and vineyard, <a href=\"https:\/\/altonfarmsestatewinery.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Alton Farms Estate Winery<\/a>. Since 2005, this winery has been hand-crafting all wines using only sustainable methods and practices to produce a variety of wines including Cabernet Sauvignon, Riesling, Frontenac, Baco Noir and many more. Continue to Grand Bend to visit <a href=\"https:\/\/darkhorseestatewinery.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Dark Horse Estate Winery<\/a> where you\u2019ll get to sample four different wines, three pre-selected and one of your choice. Explore the beautiful 85-acre vineyard and property for stunning views (especially at sunset!). In Harrow, stop in at <a href=\"https:\/\/muscederevineyards.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Muscedere Vineyards<\/a> for some wood fired pizza and sample some homemade wine. Muscedere Vineyards features premium wine tastings of their small batch, hand-harvested wine in Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Vidal Blanc and many more.\u00a0 If you\u2019re a beach lover, this next winery in Harrow is for you! <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sprucewoodshores.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery<\/a> is Ontario\u2019s only beachfront winery and has been named one of the top ten wineries in Canada to visit. Sample wine by wine flights from the Hawk\u2019s Flight Reserve Series, Classic Series, and Life\u2019s a Beach Series.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>GTA &amp; Central Ontario Wineries<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3874\" src=\"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Screen-Shot-2022-07-19-at-12.43.14-PM.png\" alt=\"Image of a barn at dusk\" width=\"262\" height=\"149\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Sunderland, Ontario is home to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.applewoodfarmwinery.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Applewood Farm Winery<\/a> who specializes in fruit wines.\u00a0 These delicious wines are made from fruit grown and harvested on the farm. Visit to taste fruit wines made from different types of apples, strawberries, rhubarb and more! Take a quick drive out of Toronto to Stouffville to sample full-bodied reds, easy-drinking whites and ice wine at <a href=\"https:\/\/gallucciwinery.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Gallucci Winery<\/a>. This family run and operated winery offers wine flights to sample the wine as well as tours of the winery!\u00a0 In Newmarket, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hmwineries.ca\/shop\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Holland Marsh Winery<\/a> for fantastic views of the beautiful property while you sample delicious wine. The winery was founded in 2008 and sits on 22 acres of unique, pristine land. Taste select and reserve wines in white, red and rose. In the Blue Mountains, sample wine while getting great views of the mountains at <a href=\"https:\/\/georgianhillsvineyards.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Georgian Hills Vineyards<\/a>. Wines made here are special as the grapes are grown in a microclimate &#8211; the Georgian Bay area is cooler than Niagara, has a northern latitude and a higher altitude with a lake effect. Sample award winning wines like crisp whites, flavourful reds, rose and more! Drive a little bit further north in to Bala, in Muskoka to taste the unique cranberry wines made at <a href=\"https:\/\/cranberry.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Johnston&#8217;s Cranberry Marsh &amp; Muskoka Lakes Winery<\/a>. See the cranberries being harvested right in front of you while you sample cranberry wine, cranberry blueberry wine, white cranberry wine and more!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>Eastern Ontario Wineries<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3873\" src=\"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Screen-Shot-2022-07-19-at-12.40.20-PM.png\" alt=\"Several glasses of wine\" width=\"260\" height=\"141\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.blackprincewine.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Black Prince Winery<\/a> is a great road trip destination if you\u2019re looking to sample wine, eat some wood fired pizza and try barrel aged wine vinegars, fruit vinegars and reductions. Located in Picton, stop in to sample their wide selection of wines or make your own wine in their facilities! Next, stop, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.waupooswinery.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Waupoos Estates Winery<\/a>, features dry and semi dry whites, oaked reds, and Baco Noir. Waupoos Estates Winery is Prince Edwards County\u2019s first Winery and restaurant location, featuring tons of wines to sample and a farm to table restaurant, all sourced from their farm! Next, drive to Wellington to sample wine at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rosehallrun.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Rosehall Run Vineyards &amp; Winery<\/a> which features a Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and a vintage dated estate grown sparkling wine, among many others. Sample the delicious wine in the tasting room, outdoor picnic style or on the deck for the best views of the vineyard. In Hiller you\u2019ll find more wineries and you\u2019ll want to try the one-of-a kind low-intervention wine at <a href=\"https:\/\/trailestate.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Trail Estate Winery<\/a>.\u00a0 These wines are made from fruit from Prince Edward County and around Lake Ontario only.\u00a0 While you\u2019re there, make sure to try their Orange Wines!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>Niagara Region Wineries<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3872\" src=\"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Screen-Shot-2022-07-19-at-12.40.11-PM.png\" alt=\"Ariel view of a golf course\" width=\"258\" height=\"143\" \/><\/p>\n<p>In the Niagara Region, explore some of the countries\u2019 most famous wineries and learn how wine is made in each winery.\u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenlanewinery.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Greenlane Estate Winery<\/a> located in Vineland, produces sophisticated wines in sparkling, whites, rose and reds in a vast variety to sample.\u00a0 In St. Catherines, sample hand-crafted white wines, red wines and dessert wines at <a href=\"https:\/\/rockwaywine.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Rockway Vineyards<\/a>. This unique spot is the only vineyard in Ontario with a golf course as well. Try all different wines and play on the 18-hole championship golf course! Drive or cycle around Niagara-on-the-lake and stop at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pillitteri.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Pillitteri Estates Winery<\/a> that has been running since 1948! Pillitteri Estates Winery produces wine only from locally grown grapes and has a fruit market and farm on site. This top destination is also known for its one of a kind barrel cellar, vineyard and winemaking facility. Continue through Niagara-on-the-lake and try Organic Wine from Ontario\u2019s first certified organic winery, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.frogpondfarm.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Frog Pond Farm Organic Winery<\/a>. Sample organic white, red, ice and speciality wines all made through sustainable practices.<\/p>\n<p>Natalie &amp; Phil<\/p>\n\n<div style=\"font-size: 0px; height: 0px; line-height: 0px; margin: 0; padding: 0; clear: both;\"><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Make your next Summer road trip destination a winery!\u00a0 Ontario is home to tons of incredible wineries all over the province, each with a unique taste and wine selection.\u00a0 Take a bicycle ride in Niagara while you cycle to different wineries and taste delicious wine.\u00a0 Take a drive through picturesque Prince Edward County along the&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":19,"featured_media":3875,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[10,11,5,14,6],"tags":[1404,1266,1227,234,940,1406,241,1401,227,1403,1402,1405],"class_list":["post-3867","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-central-ontario-region","category-eastern-ontario-region","category-niagara-region","category-southwestern-region","category-greater-toronto-area","tag-beachfront-winery","tag-ice-wine-in-ontario","tag-niagara-on-the-lake-wineries","tag-niagara-wineries","tag-ontario-wineries","tag-organic-wineries","tag-prince-edward-county-wineries","tag-road-trip-ideas","tag-wine-tour-nigara","tag-wineries-in-grand-bend","tag-wineries-in-lambton-county","tag-winery-with-golf-course"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3867","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/19"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3867"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3867\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":3878,"href":"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3867\/revisions\/3878"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/3875"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3867"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3867"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3867"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}