Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays in November
Taste the Season 2023 Dates and Times of Tastings
Weekend One- November 3-5, 2023
Weekend Two- November 10-12, 2023
Weekend Three- November 17-19, 2023
Weekend Four- November 24-26, 2023
Join us this November for our Taste the Season touring pass program! We are excited to be able to invite you to visit and taste holiday Inspired food and wine pairings at 20 + winery properties over four weekends in November.
Guests may choose from an Individual Tasting Pass ($75 plus tax and service fee) or a Couple’s Pass ($75 plus tax and service fee). Again, these passes give you access to 20 + properties with a maximum of eight winery tastings in one day. In other words, both passes are for a maximum of 16 tastings.
A couple tasting at eight wineries in one day would use one Couple’s Pass completely. An individual would need at least two days to visit all wineries. But whether Individual or Couple, you can also spread your visits out over the four three-day weekends and just visit two or three wineries at a time.
Tastings will be available from 11:00am to 5:00pm. When purchasing your passes, you will indicate the wineries you wish to visit and on what date. (You are no longer required to book a specific time for your visit.)
Taste the season passports are available on our website on October 1, 2023 and numbers are limited, so they will sell out. Reservations will close at 6 am the day before event date. We also have designated driver passes available at a discounted rate.
You will reserve your winery selection when you purchase your passports, and these will be confirmed by email afterwards. Descriptions of all available tastings are listed below.
De Simone Vineyards
Let's give 'em pumpkin to talk about
Vegan
Indulge in the ultimate fall delight as you savor the velvety smoothness of our Pumpkin Soup with a tantalizing drizzle of creamy coconut milk. Every spoonful is a burst of warm flavours that dance on your taste buds, perfectly complemented by the aromatic notes of our ‘strength’ Gewürztraminer wine.
Marynissen Estates Winery
Ravioli-ng Into the Holidays
Vegan
Warm up this winter with Fried Ravioli served with a Marynissen red wine infused marinara sauce. This perfect seasonal comfort food will be paired with our Heritage Nanny’s Blend, a red blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. Our pairing is vegan.
Peller Estates Winery and Restaurant
Autumn Spice Cake
Autumn Spice Cake with Warm Whisky Cream Sauce and Candied Pecans, perfectly paired with our Signature Series Chardonnay, is a delightful culinary experience that encapsulates the essence of fall. This exquisite dessert offers a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will leave your taste buds longing for more.
Queenston Mile Vineyard
Un-beef-lievably Good Slider
Gluten Free Option
Indulge in our “un-beef-lievably Good Sliders” crafted by Chef. These mouthwatering braised beef sliders are a culinary delight, perfectly complemented by the vintage of the century 2020 Mile Red. Savor the rich, tender beef nestled in a soft bun, while the wine’s velvety notes enhance the experience. It’s un-beef-lievably good!
Reif Estate Winery
Pasta la vista baby!
vegetarian Gluten free Option
Come cozy up with us and enjoy one of our favourite fall wines paired with a spinach and ricotta filled ravioli smothered in alfredo sauce and bits of pancetta. Our Chardonnay offers notes of pear, melon, and apricot with subtle notes of coconut and vanilla. Our Shiraz offers notes of plum and raspberry and soft notes of black pepper.
Shiny Apple Cider, Home of Fresh Wines
We’re Heatin’ It Up!
Embrace the cool weather with us and indulge in Chef Josh’s Chicken Taco Chili, a new take on a classic dish, with hearty flavours and just the right amount of spice to bring some warmth during the cooler season. Paired with our FRESH Wines Moscato Vidal blend, this pairing creates the perfect balance of sweet and spicy.
Lakeview Wine Company
Rooted in the Season
Cold weather got you down? Warm up with Chef B’s hearty Roasted Root Vegetable soup with a dollop of crème fraiche. Hearty caramelized root vegetables pureed into a velvety & creamy soup sure to chase away those winter blues. Perfectly paired with our limited edition 2022 Lakeview Wine Co. Kerner – a rare Niagara varietal.
Trius Winery and Restaurant
Spiced Pumpkin muffin
Indulge in a Spiced Pumpkin Muffin adorned with luscious Cream Cheese Icing and topped with crunchy Candied Walnuts. This delightful treat finds its perfect match in the rich and velvety notes of Distinction Baco Noir 2021, creating a harmonious blend of flavors that will delight your senses.
Wayne Gretzky Estates
Whisky Jerk Glazed Chicken Thigh
Enjoy the bold flavors of Whisky Jerk Glazed Chicken Thighs, featuring succulent bone-in, skin-on meat. Served alongside a vibrant Yellow Spanish Rice infused with a sautéed Pepper Melody, and enhanced by the smoky goodness of Charcoal and Charred Lime Aioli. Paired with refreshing 2021 Founders Riesling.