ALTON FARMS ESTATE WINERY (LAMBTON SHORES)

Lambton County’s first winery, this small batch producer is big on flavour. Marc and Anne Alton offer up to 18 different wines per year through sustainable practices in vineyard and winery. Sheep keep the vineyard weeds under control and soil fertilized. Year-round wine tasting events include cuisine and wine pairing evenings on the patio, wine and chocolate tastings, and Wine Wednesdays. Quench your thirst with a special summer wine slushie, test your wine IQ with a blind tasting, stroll groomed nature trails or simply relax on the patio. Buy online: altonfarmsestatewinery.com

 

BAYFIELD BERRY FARM (BAYFIELD)

Operating for more than 20 years as a sustainable family berry farm, Fritz, Kaethi, and Marlene Beyerlein launched a collection of fruit wines, hard ciders, wine coolers, and schnapps. Choose from specialty fruit wines such as Saskatoon Berry or Sour Cherry, and fruit spirits such as Blueberry Schnapps or German Plum Schnapps. They also offer 15 fruit hard ciders and a semisweet “Done Workin’” cider. All the fruit is grown, processed, and bottled on the farm, and the family is excited about introducing and promoting homemade agri-food products that you can enjoy as much as they do! Visit the farm’s onsite store or order online and pick up: bayfieldberryfarm.on.ca.

 

CORNERFIELD WINE COMPANY (BAYFIELD)

The Durand family farm sits on the corner of a farm that has been cultivated for more than 175 years. With the extra nutrients in the soil provided by generations of farming, the Durands believe this terroir is what sets their wine apart. This is a must-visit destination if you seek exquisitely crafted, small-batch wines. Tour the scenic vineyards, meet the family owner/operators, and learn what goes into the unique elements of their wine. Buy online: cornerfieldwineco.com.

 

DARK HORSE ESTATE WINERY (GRAND BEND)

Stunning modern architecture and show-stopping views characterize this impressive 85-acre winery and vineyard. Ashley Horlor and her husband Craig, with winemaker Marc Pistor, handle day-to-day operations of this estate winery that features a magnificent 31,000-square-foot manor house with a state-of-the-art production facility and patios overlooking the vineyards. Combined, three wine collections – “Unapologetically”, “One Horse Town” and “Valegro” – offer 22 wines (red and white). Tours and sipping, special events, and a picturesque patio offer a truly unforgettable experience. Buy online: darkhorseestatewinery.com.