One of Niagara-on-the-Lake’s founding family wineries, founded in 1982 by Ewald Reif and later acquired by nephew Klaus W. Reif. Today, Reif produces wines from its vineyard first planted in 1977. The winery boasts one of the most sophisticated, educational tasting room experiences in Niagara, complete with themed flights, blind tastings, food pairings and a sensory wine garden.
This unique garden showcases carefully selected herb and floral plantings that reflect the colours, aromas and flavours of the many grape varieties in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Set against the backdrop of an original 1870’s Coach House building, the Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling section of the garden features light foliage and flowers and aromatics such as honeysuckle, grapefruit mint and coriander. The Red section of the garden captures the robust nature of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot with lush floral displays and the scents of chocolate mint and oregano. Meticulously kept, the gardens provide the perfect oasis for a leisurely stroll while enjoying a glass of award-winning Reif Estate wine.
WineryExperiences
Tasting Experience
Reservations are highly recommended. Parties of 1 to 4.
Enjoy a seated semi-private tasting experience of three wines from our Essentials, Premium or Back Vintage Wine List. Tasting fee includes keepsake stemless wine glass. 25-minute experience.
Group Tasting Experience
Reservations are highly recommended. Parties of 5 to 15
Guests are invited to book a private tasting in the barrel cellar and taste a flight of three wines in a keepsake stemless wine glass. 25-minute experience.
Walking Tour and Tasting
Reservations are highly recommended. Parties of 2-15
Enjoy three signature wines while touring our estate, vineyard and cellar. Tour includes keepsake stemless wine glass. 30-minute experience.
Taste the Terroir
Reservations are highly recommended. Parties of 2-8
Enjoy a flight of four estate bottled back vintage wines in our Winemaker's Loft. 45-minute experience.
Icewine Experience
Reservations are highly recommended. Parties of 2-8
Icewine is an iconic Canadian treasure that can be enjoyed on its own, in a cocktail, paired with cheese or dessert or even in your dessert! This intimate experience showcases the world of Icewine and culinary delights. 45 minute experience.
Winery Events
The RED Sale
October 26th- November 2nd
Each fall buy on-line or shop in store to stock up for the season with wonderful reds for fall dining. This limited time pricing on select reds are only offered once a year, so take advantage while you can! The wine boutique is open 10 am to 6 pm or buy online. Sorry no pre-orders accepted. Feature wines include Merlot, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz and more! (original photo on website can stay)
Christmas Market
December 2nd & 3rd 2023
It's the most wonderful time of year! Join us as we get into the holiday cheer! On December 2nd & 3rd 2023 11AM - 5PM Reif Estate Winery will be hosting 25+ artisan local vendors. The weekend will be full of cheer, amazing wine, amazing food, live music, art classes and more! Weather you're looking for a unique gift or wanting to get into the Christmas spirit, Reif Estate Winery will be the place to be this holiday season! (attached Reif Winter Photo)
15608 Niagara River Parkway, Niagara-on-the-Lake • (905) 468-9463
reifwinery.com