The Vineland Estates Story
The Vineland Estates mansion sits prominently on a massive property surrounded by undulating vineyards. The winery has a a 30 year history and the property houses many structures that date back to the 1840s. They include a Mennoite homestead, a stone Carriage House, and a former farmhouse, which is now the Vineland Estates restaurant. Guests dining at the restaurant will be wowed by the panaromic view which features the verdant Vineland Estates vineyards and Lake Ontario.
The Vineland Estates Wine Experience
The Vineland Estates wine portfolio is well-rounded. It offers guests a myriad of choice, including varieties of: Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Merlot, Chardonnay, Riesling, Gamay Noir, Rose, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Meunier, and Sparkling Wine. The winery is an award-winning top producer of Riesling and Cabernet Franc. Vineland Estates ages many of it's wines using an oak-aging process. The winery also donates $1 per bottle from each Gamechanger wine purchase to local charities.
The winery offers tasting experiences from $30-$125. They range from Classic Tasting, which gives tasters a basic 15-minute experience to the Ultimate Tasting package, which deeply reviews Vineland wines and lasts 90 minutes. All tastings are led by a Vineland Estates Wine concierge.
The winery also offers a special Trek and Taste hiking adventure with a partner company Owen’s Hiking and Adventures. Guests can explore the passage of the Bruce Trail that stretches along Vineland Estates iconic St. Urban Vineyard. The tour is led by a hiking expert who teaches them about the terrior of the region and how it affects the taste of wine, as they hike.
Vineland Estate wine lovers can join the the Vineland Estate Wine Club. Members receive 2-4 bottles per month and special discounts.
Dining at Vineland Estates
Vineland Estates is home to one of Niagara’s first winery restaurants. The winery is well-known in the Niagara Region as a culinary hotspot. The restaurant offers high-end cuisine that features locally sourced ingredients. Executive Chef George Ward Jr. heads the Vineland Estates kitchen.
Events & Venue Rental
The Carriage House at Vineland Estates Winery is available for rental. It's ideal for intimate gatherings of up to 56 people. Vineland Estates offers customizable event packages to make planning easy.
Accomodations Nearby
Vineland Estates runs two accommodation options that are situated adjacent to the estate. The Bed and Breakfast Cottage can be rented for $250 per night including HST. It contains one bedroom with a queen sized bed, a living room, bathroom and eat-in kitchen.
The Estate Guest house is available for $400 per night including HST. It's a spacious home that's ideal for a for a family or group of friends. The home has three rooms. It features two queen size beds, one bunk bed, two bathrooms, a living room, dining room and kitchen. Both rentals are located in a scenic rural setting close to the QEW and surrounded by hundreds of other area wineries.
Location
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