Niagara Homegrown Wine Festival

 

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June 24, 2022
11:00 am - 5:00 pm

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The tastes of summer are here!

Summer is just around the corner, and there’s no better way to plan your summer entertaining than by tasting your way through Wine Country! The Homegrown Discovery Pass has been designed to showcase all things summer – from fresh, fruity flavours to the best wines to pair with BBQ. Your Discovery Pass includes six curated wine and culinary experiences.$49 for Discovery Pass | $39 for Driver’s Pass (includes non-alcoholic beverages)Discovery Passes are valid Friday – Sunday | June 17-19 or June 24-26.

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NIAGARA BENCHLANDS WINERIES

ALVENTO WINERY: Vino Al vento! Our award-winning off-dry Riesling offers a luscious mouthfeel with refreshing acidity, and pairs perfectly with the crispy vegetarian samosa, delicately decorated with a mixture of spicy Italian Bomba and Tabasco sauce. (Vegetarian)Featured wine: 2019 Off-Dry Riesling | Culinary Partner: AntipastosBy reservation only | Groups of 8 or less welcome with reservation | Tastings held: Outdoors

FIELDING ESTATE WINERY: Summery Sauvignon Blanc & Savory Hummas Plate. Burst into summer with our 2021 Sauvignon Blanc, our most sought after seasonal white, paired with our freshly whipped hummus, crispy breads & spices olives.Featured wine: 2021 Sauvignon Blanc (alternate 2020 Red Conception) | Culinary Partner: Selma Lopes, Resident Chef at FieldingBy reservation only | Groups of 8 or less welcome with reservation | Tastings held: Outdoors

FLAT ROCK CELLARS: Coming Soon!

KACABA VINEYARDS WINERY: Get the Franc Outta here… You Gotta Try These meatballs! Kacaba’s Cabernet Franc, big and brawny with expressive fruit flavours and a spicy backbone, perfectly paired with Chef Steve’s LOADED meatballs with zesty marinara, parmesan cream and quick pickled vegetables. Give your taste buds the ol’ one-two punch with this blockbuster pairing! Featured wine: 2017 Signature Series, Cabernet Franc | Culinary Partner: Zooma Caters By reservation only | Groups of 8 or more welcome with reservation | Tastings held: Indoors

KING’S COURT ESTATE WINERY: “Sippin Sauvy” with a Crostini Crunch! Enjoy the palate sensation of our 2017 Sauvignon Blanc alongside the perfect pairing of our Herb Asparagus with Lemon Ricotta Crostini.Featured wine: 2017 Sauvignon Blanc | Culinary Partner: Fireside Drive Chef Jess Stone By reservation and walk-in guests welcome | Groups of 8 or more welcome with reservation | Tastings held: Outdoors

MAGNOTTA WINERY: Venture — A New Generation of Wines! Venture out and taste some of Canada’s largest collection of philanthropic VQA wines paired with the perfect summer taco! Our 2018 Venture Cabernet Sauvignon and 2019 Venture Sauvignon Blanc will not disappoint!Featured wine: 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Venture Series VQA & 2019 Sauvignon Blanc Venture Series VQA By reservation and walk-in guests welcome | Groups of 8 or more welcome with reservation | Tastings held: Indoors

ROCKWAY WINERY: ‘Gewürz-Thai-miner’. Nothing says summer like our deliciously aromatic off-dry 2020 Gewürztraminer, paired with Tempura Shrimp on a fresh bed of Thai Mango Slaw, with pickled chilis and a Ginger Lime Drizzle. It’s Thai-Tastic!Featured wine: 2021 Pinot Gris | Culinary Partner: Matt McDowellBy reservation and walk-in guests welcome | Groups of 8 or more welcome with reservation | Tastings held: Outdoors

SUE-ANN STAFF ESTATE WINERY: Foxy Panzanella. Kick off this spring with an inspiration! Enjoy our zippy and dry Fancy Farm Girl Foxy Pink pairing with a fresh and crispy Panzanella Salad topped with a crunchy garlic crouton and succulent fresh cheese expertly prepared onsite by The Yellow Pear. Come for the pairing, stay for the ambiance. Vegan option available.Featured wine: 2020 Fancy Farm Girl Foxy Pink | Culinary Partner: Yellow PearBy reservation only | Groups of 6 or more welcome with reservation | Tastings held: Outdoors

VINELAND ESTATES WINERY: Sipping Pretty. Take in the beautiful vistas of the Bench while your tastebuds dance! Indulge in chilled jumbo shrimp served with a cucumber & kohlrabi salad drizzled with a sesame miso vinaigrette, crispy wontons and a smoked pepper aioli. A perfect pairing with our 2019 Hand-Crafted Dry Riesling. Featured wine: 2019 Hand-Crafted Dry Riesling | Culinary Partner: Chef George Ward, Vineland Estates RestaurantBy reservation and walk-in guests welcome | Groups of 8 or more welcome with reservation | Tastings held: Outdoors

NIAGARA ON THE LAKE WINERIES

KONZELMANN WINERY: Coming Soon!

LAKEVIEW WINE CO: Lakeview’s Old Fashion “Drunken” Strawberry Shortcake. Sparkling wine-soaked strawberry shortcake homemade by Chef Burse topped with fresh whipping cream. Paired with Fresh Sparkling Rosé. Featured wine: Fresh Sparkling Rosé | Culinary Partner: Chef Josh Burse from Creekside Estate WineryBy reservation and walk-in guests welcome | Groups of 8 or more welcome with reservation | Tastings held: Outdoors

MARYNISSEN ESTATES: Greek Squad. Join us at Marynissen for the ultimate sunny day pairing! Enjoy Greek Chicken with home made Tzatziki, paired with our 2017 Platinum Series Sauvignon Blanc! Featured wine: 2017 Platinum Series Sauvignon Blanc | Culinary Partner: Gyros On The Lake By reservation and walk-in guests welcome | Groups of 8 or more welcome with reservation | Tastings held: Outdoors

NIAGARA COLLEGE TEACHING WINERY: Fresh ‘n’ Fruit ! Fresh, fruit forward, and flavourful summer wines paired with a delightful summer delicacy. Enjoy our Riesling Gewurztraminer blend as well as the Gamay Noir wines with Lobster and Peach salad and Crispy Slaw on crunchy tortilla cups. Featured wine: 2017 Balance Riesling Gewurztraminer and 2018 Balance Gamay Noir | Culinary Partner: Chef Oscar Turchi By reservation and walk-in guests welcome | Groups of 8 or more welcome with reservation | Tastings held: Outdoors

PALATINE HILLS ESTATE WINERY: Run for the Hills and get Jack’d up with Tacos. Pulled BBQ Chicken Tacos and Pulled Jackfruit Tacos paired with Lakeshore White 2018 100% Riesling. Sweet and Spicy make your taste buds dance!Featured wine: Lakeshore White 2018 Riesling | Culinary Partner: James CuttrissBy reservation only | Groups of 8 or more welcome with reservation | Tastings held: Outdoors

PELLER ESTATES WINERY AND RESTAURANT: Just Peachy at Peller Estates. Visit Chef Jason Parsons and his culinary brigade at Peller Estates for a refreshing dessert pairing: Chardonnay Ginger Peaches with Crunchy Granola and Lemon Balm Ice Cream paired with Private Reserve Chardonnay. Stay a while at our newly re-opened Terrace Wine Bar for a meal, cocktail or glass of wine on the patio.Featured wine: Private Reserve Chardonnay | Culinary Partner: Chef Jason Parsons, Peller Estates Winery RestaurantBy reservation only | Groups of 8 or more welcome with reservation | Tastings held: Indoors

PILLITTERI ESTATES WINERY: Summer Cherry Chicken Salad. Enjoy our light and airy summer chicken salad with local homegrown cherries picked right from our family farm. The accompanying Vidal Light low alcohol, low calorie, white wine, provides a crisp and floral addition to the salads sweet and savory character.Featured wine: 2020 Market Collection Vidal Light | Culinary Partner: BarrelHead Wine Pizza Patio @PillitteriBy reservation and walk-in guests welcome | Groups of 8 or more welcome with reservation | Tastings held: Outdoors

TRIUS WINERY: Yes Way, Rosé at Trius Winery. Enjoy fresh Ontario Strawberries with a pistachio cookie and sea buckthorn cheesecake drizzled with balsamic syrup paired with Trius Rosé. Before your arrival, visit myWineCountry.com to reserve a spot on #TheTriusTour, the most Instagrammable winery tour in Niagara!Featured wine: Trius Rosé | Culinary Partner: Chef Frank Dodd, Trius Winery Restaurant By reservation and walk-in guests welcome | Groups of 8 or more welcome with reservation | Tastings held: Outdoors

WAYNE GRETZKY ESTATES: A Brie-liant Pairing at Wayne Gretzky Estates. Stop in at Wayne Gretzky Estates for a delicious apricot tarte served with local brie cheese and a honey glaze. Paired with The Great One’s personal favourite sipper, the Founders Pinot Grigio. Head over to Trius Winery, just a 2 minute walk next door, for your next pairing!Featured wine: Founders Pinot Grigio By reservation and walk-in guests welcome | Groups of 8 or more welcome with reservation | Tastings held: Outdoors

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