“The” pioneer of the Huron Shores wine region, Alton Farms Estate Winery was established in 2005. Wines are hand-crafted using sustainable practices in both vineyard and cellar, producing premium Cabernet Sauvignon, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Marechal Foch and more. Surrounded by wildlife, nature trails and sandy Lake Huron beaches, the setting is ideal for tastings, tours and special events.
Hours
June – September
Wednesday to Sunday 12 pm – 6 pm
October – December
Saturday and Sunday 12 pm – 6 pm
January – May
Check website.
Wine can also be purchased by appointment, by phone or by on-line purchase.
Appointments (519 381 1112).
WINEMAKER PROFILE
Marc Alton – Winemaker
An Engineer and Marine Geologist by training, winemaker, Marc Alton, knew that if you could grow peaches in an area, then you could grow wine grapes.He set out to prove this with the purchase of a 90 acre farm, creating the first wine grape vineyard in Lambton County.Completely self taught on the concepts of winemaking, Marc spent countless hours talking to growers, winemakers, reading and researching wine making techniques, in addition to making wine for the past 40 years. Marc challenges traditional wine making beliefs in this emerging region of Huron Shores.
