Jackson Triggs Winery Niagara on the Lake
One of the big boys in Canadian wine, this winery has sliding doors which open and close to meet the season.
Visitors may find themselves inside in the winter or outside in the summer
4 Great Wineries In The Ontario Wine Valley - Travel Tip Tuesday
Today, I take you on a tour of the Ontario Wine Country in the Niagara Falls area of Ontario Canada. The wineries I toured are:
Henry of Pelham -
Creekside Winery -
Rosewood -
Peninsular Ridge -
Check them out and let me know what you think.
Disclosure: Tourism Canada took me on a tour of all the vineyards.
The Wines of Ontario
The Wines of Ontario by GuildSomm
Jackson Triggs | Niagara Estate | Tour of the Facility | Wine Tasting
Jackson Triggs | Niagara Estate | Tour of the Facility | Wine Tasting
Driving Along Queen Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, Canada
Niagara-on-the-Lake is a Canadian town located in Southern Ontario where the Niagara River meets Lake Ontario in the Niagara Region of the southern part of the province of Ontario. It is located across the Niagara river from Youngstown, New York, USA.
This is a video showing the view driving along Queen Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, Canada back in September 2010.
Some of the shops and stores passed include:
Wee Scottish Loft, 13 Queen Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, L0S 1J0, Canada
Crabtree & Evelyn, 15 Queen Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, L0S 1J0, Canada
Corks Restaurant & Wine Bar, 19 Queen Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, L0S 1J0, Canada
Tabi International, 23 Queen Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, L0S 1J0, Canada
Wine Country Vintners, 27 Queen Street. Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, L0S 1J0, Canada
Kennedy's, 43 Queen Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, L0S 1J0, Canada
Stagecoach Family Restaurant, 45 Queen Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, L0S 1J0, Canada
Greaves Jams & Marmalades, 55 Queen Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, L0S 1J0, Canada
Halley's, 57 Queen Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, L0S 1J0, Canada
Bistro Six-One, 61-63 Queen Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, L0S 1J0, Canada
Estia Restaurant, 65 Queen Street, Niagara on the Lake, Ontario, L0S 1J0, Canada
Taylor's Bakery & Ice Cream, 69 Queen Street, Niagara on the Lake, Ontario, L0S 1J0, Canada
Irish Tea Room, 75 Queen Street, Niagara on the Lake, Ontario, L0S 1J0, Canada
The Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen Street, Niagara on the Lake, Ontario, L0S 1J0, Canada
Edward Spera Gallery, 135 Queen Street, Niagara on the Lake, Ontario, L0S 1J0, Canada
Driving Along Queen Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, Canada (September 2010)
Niagara-on-the-Lake is a Canadian town located in Southern Ontario where the Niagara River meets Lake Ontario in the Niagara Region of the southern part of the province of Ontario. It is located across the Niagara river from Youngstown, New York, USA.
This is a video showing the view driving along Queen Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, Canada back in September 2010.
Some of the shops and stores passed include:
Wee Scottish Loft, 13 Queen Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, L0S 1J0, Canada
Crabtree & Evelyn, 15 Queen Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, L0S 1J0, Canada
Corks Restaurant & Wine Bar, 19 Queen Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, L0S 1J0, Canada
Tabi International, 23 Queen Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, L0S 1J0, Canada
Wine Country Vintners, 27 Queen Street. Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, L0S 1J0, Canada
Kennedy's, 43 Queen Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, L0S 1J0, Canada
Stagecoach Family Restaurant, 45 Queen Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, L0S 1J0, Canada
Greaves Jams & Marmalades, 55 Queen Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, L0S 1J0, Canada
Halley's, 57 Queen Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, L0S 1J0, Canada
Bistro Six-One, 61-63 Queen Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, L0S 1J0, Canada
Estia Restaurant, 65 Queen Street, Niagara on the Lake, Ontario, L0S 1J0, Canada
Taylor's Bakery & Ice Cream, 69 Queen Street, Niagara on the Lake, Ontario, L0S 1J0, Canada
Irish Tea Room, 75 Queen Street, Niagara on the Lake, Ontario, L0S 1J0, Canada
The Royal George Theatre, 85 Queen Street, Niagara on the Lake, Ontario, L0S 1J0, Canada
Edward Spera Gallery, 135 Queen Street, Niagara on the Lake, Ontario, L0S 1J0, Canada
Watch this video before you buy that bottle of Ice Wine.
Brian Fife, wine steward and certified specialist of wine talks about the craft of Ice Wine inside of World Wines & Liquor in Mentor.
Niagara-on-the-Lake Bed and Breakfast, The Wine Ladies with Georgia & Susanne TV
Niagara-on-the-Lake... an enchanting destination, for fine wine, food, theatre and much more! An easy drive, just ninety minutes from Toronto, NOTL is an oasis for the palate, the food and wine simply delectable, top notch entertainment, home to the world-famous Shaw Festival Theatre, quaint yet sophisticated with superb shopping. Steeped in history NOTL is located on the southern shores of Lake Ontario where the Niagara River ends its journey into this famous Great Lake, now the selected destination of discriminating travellers from around the world. So much to see, to do, to taste and to embrace! Plan a romantic weekend get a way, or a couple of days with friends or with family. With over 160 incredible Bed and Breakfasts ready to welcome you, feel at home away from home, with friendly personal service, amazing fresh, home cooked meals, from farm to table ingredients, and the scoop on what to see, where to go, what not to miss, there is a B & B for everyone, perfectly suited to your taste, from the traditional, to the contemporary, the historic and even small cottages to accommodate the family! Visit for details on accommodation and highlights for the region depending on the season.
Award Winning Winery Niagara - The Ice House Winery Awards
Award Winning Winery Niagara - The Ice House Winery
Under the passion and vision of Jamie Macfarlane, the Ice House Winery has been awarded many prestigious awards and accolades, showcasing the excellence of its icewine. Here are just a few that have been won:
2008 Grand Gold, Monde Selection Winner, Cabernet Sauvignon Icewine, Vintage 2006
2008 Grand Gold, Monde Selection Winner, Vintner's Reserve Vidal Blanc Icewine, Vintage 2006
2007 Grand Gold, Monde Selection Winner, Vidal Blanc Icewine, Vintage 2005
In 2007, Monde Selection, the international institute in Brussels, Belgium, awarded the Grand Gold medal—the highest honor rarely accorded to a wine—to Canada's Northern Ice 2005 first vintage.
In 2008, the institute bestowed two additional Grand Gold Medals to Northern Ice™ wines for Vintner's Reserve and Cabernet Sauvignon.
14774 Niagara Parkway
Niagara-On-The-Lake, ON
Canada L0S 1J0
Phone: 1.855.331.6161
Niagara Shop Talk: Diamond Estates
At Diamond Estates, we are not only a state-of-the art winemaking facility, but a national wine and spirits production, marketing and distribution company. As proud vintners we craft wines sourced from one of our 25 grape grower partners within the Niagara region. Our wine brands include a full range of red, white and rosé table wines, icewine and other dessert wines.
A new name with deep roots in Niagara viticulture, Diamond Estates -- The Winery, was formerly 20Bees winery. We have since expanded our facilities to include EastDell Estates, Hat Trick (that's right, a wine brand in support of the NHL Alumni Association), FRESH wines, Sundance, Lakeview Cellars and Canadian acting legend Dan Aykroyd's lines of wine. We also own De Sousa wine cellars in Beamsville, home to De Sousa Wines, Season Wines and Dois Amigos.
Look for our exciting portfolio of award-winning wines in the LCBO and licensed establishments across the country, or 24/7 in Ontario at diamondestates.ca.
VQA Icewine
Quintessentially Canadian and globally treasured, check out how Ontario #VQA Icewine is produced from vine to wine!
The Greatest Wine Story Ever Told - Alex Harber
What is the greatest wine story ever told? We thought wed put that question to a few of our friends to see what they had to say about that rather loaded question. Wine, as we all know, leaves an indelible impression on us, whether its the first wine that turned us into wine geeks forever or just a moment in time with a special bottle shared with a special someone. So, it is in that spirit that we hope you enjoy these stories, videos and photos from a cross-section of wine lovers.
In this video, acclaimed Ontario winemaker Alex Harber of Ravine Vineyards shares his greatest wine story.
To read more wine stories, and toshare yours, visit,
spotlighttoronto.com/winestory
Music by Rodrigo Y Gabriela (rodgab.com)
Jackson Triggs Winery
A vibrant wine tasting escapade at beautiful Jackson-Triggs Niagara Estate Winery.
Paradise Ranch/Bench 1775 Winery Icewine Harvest Video
Our Awards
Recent Awards & Accolades
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2012 BENCH 1775 Chill (White Blend) Okanagan VQA
• GOLD! 2013 All Canadian Wine Championships
• 90 POINTS Tim Pawsey, June 16, 2013
...one refreshing drop. Great value. (North Shore News)
• 90 POINTS John Schreiner (April 2013)
2011 BENCH 1775 Sauvignon Blanc Okanagan VQA
• BEST SAUVIGNON BLANC! 2013 Canadian Oyster Wine Competition
•90 POINTS John Schreiner (September 2012)
•Very Good. Strong Recommendation. 2013 Ultimate Wine Challenge (New York)
• BRONZE! 2012 BC Wine Awards
2011 BENCH 1775 Chardonnay Okanagan VQA
• BRONZE! 2013 All Canadian Wine Championships
• SILVER! 2012 Intervin International Wine Awards
•89 POINTS John Schreiner (September 2012)
• BRONZE! 2012 BC Wine Awards
2011 BENCH 1775 Cabernet Merlot Okanagan VQA
•Good. Recommended. 2013 Ultimate Wine Challenge (New York)
2011 WHISTLER SAUVIGNON BLANC Icewine VQA
• DOUBLE GOLD! 2013 All Canadian Wine Championships
2011 PARADISE RANCH SAUVIGNON BLANC Icewine VQA
• GOLD! 2013 Riverside International Wine Competition
• GOLD! 2013 Pacific Rim Wine Competition
2011 PARADISE RANCH Cabernet Merlot Late Harvest VQA
• GOLD! 2013 Northwest Wine Summit
• GOLD! 2013 Riverside International Wine Competition
• SILVER! 2013 Pacific Rim Wine Competition
2011 PARADISE RANCH Merlot Icewine VQA
• GOLD! 2013 All Canadian Wine Championships
• SILVER! 2013 Northwest Wine Summit
• SILVER! 2013 Pacific Rim Wine Competition
• BRONZE! 2012 Intervin International Wine Awards
2010 WHISTLER Chardonnay Late Harvest VQA
• SILVER! 2012 Pacific Rim Wine Competition
• SILVER! 2012 San Francisco Wine Competition
More 2012 Competition Results
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•2008 Whistler Riesling Icewine: Chairman's Trophy (92 points) 2012 Ultimate Wine Competition
•2010 Whistler Sauvignon Blanc Icewine: SILVER - 2012 Intervin International Wine Awards
•2010 Whistler Sauvignon Blanc Icewine: GOLD - 2012 All Canadian Wine Championships
•2008 Vidal Icewine: GOLD - 2012 All Canadian Wine Championships
•2009 Merlot Late Harvest: SILVER - 2010 Taster's Guild International
Historical Awards & Accolades
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Highlights from our historical awards & accolades include:
•2008 Merlot Icewine: SILVER - 2010 New World International Wine Competition
•2006 Riesling Icewine: GOLD - 2007 New World International Wine Competition
•2006 Vidal Icewine: GOLD - 2007 Taster's Guild International
•2005 Whistler Vidal Icewine: GOLD - Tasters Guild International Wine Judging 2007
•2005 Pinot Noir Icewine: BRONZE - All Canadian Wine Championships 2007
•2004 Chardonnay Icewine: SILVER - New World International Wine Competition 2006
•2004 Chardonnay Icewine: SILVER - All Canadian Wine Championships 2006
•2004 Riesling Icewine: GOLD - Tasters Guild International Wine Judging 2006
•2004 Riesling Icewine: GOLD - New World International Wine Competition 2006
•2004 Riesling Icewine: SILVER - Grand Harvest Awards 2006
•2004 Vidal Icewine: SILVER - Tasters Guild International Wine Judging 2006
•1998 Chardonnay Icewine: DOUBLE GOLD - American Wine Society Wine Competition 2000
(Double Gold only awarded twice previous in 15 years)
•1998 Chardonnay Icewine: GOLD - VinItaly International Wine Competition 2001
•2006 Pinot Blanc Late Harvest: SILVER - New World International Wine Competition
•2006 Pinot Blanc Late Harvest: SILVER - Grand Harvest Awards 2008
•2005 Chardonnay/ Riesling Late Harvest: SILVER - New World International Wine Competition 2007
•2005 Chardonnay / Riesling Late Harvest: SILVER - Tasters Guild International Wine Judging 2007
•2003 Merlot Late Harvest: GOLD - American Wine Society Wine Competition 2004
•2003 Merlot Late Harvest: SILVER - West Coast Wine Competition 2005
•Impressive Icewines Hugh Johnson's 2003 Pocket Guide to Wine
• Gold & Best of Show New World International Wine Packaging 2001
• Gold VinItaly 2001 ~ International Packaging Competition
Northplains: Jackson Triggs winery dinner highlight post day 1 of Ngage
North Plains recently held a dinner for our first Global Customer Conference (Ngage) at the Jackson Triggs winery in Niagara Falls, Ontario. See what our attendees had to say about it here.
Northplains' software portfolio spans work-in-progress creative production systems, large-scale enterprise class digital asset management infrastructure and comprehensive marketing and brand asset management solutions.
Lohin McKinnon & Black Sage Vineyard Collaboration VQA Whisky
Jackson Triggs Niagara Estate Winery
Arterra Wines Canada Project
Environmental Graphics For Arterra Wines Canada
Design by comley van brussel production by Media Marksmen
Visit Us At Jackson-Triggs | Great Estates Niagara
When you visit the Jackson-Triggs Niagara Estate winery you will get a rare glimpse behind the scenes at how we craft our finest wines. Beginning in the vineyard, an intimate guided tour explores every aspect of wine making including our state-of-the-art gravity-flow assisted winery–one of the most technologically advanced facilities in Canada. Our Entourage Room and patio are open seasonally for food samplings to mix and match with a glass of our premium wine.
A visit to Palatine Hills Estate Winery in Niagara on the Lake - 20 July 2011
A Neufeld owned and operated winery that has been providing grapes to other wineries or making wines since 1972. John Neufeld is very friendly and welcoming to the public. For more Information please visit