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MIKE WEIR WINERY

STONEY RIDGE ESTATE WINERY

Canada's most famous golfer entered the wine business in 2005 out
of a personal love of wine and a desire to raise money for the Mike Weir
Foundation, which funds children's charities. His label focuses on
varieties such as Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Merlot
and Icewine all made by Jeff Hundertmark. The retail boutique and
hospitality centre located on the Beamsville Bench offers panoramic views
of rolling vineyards and the Toronto city skyline.

Owned by radio and television sports broadcasting personality
Bob McCown, Stoney Ridge has charmed customers for over 30 years.
They produce a wide range of premium VQA wines, as well as celebrity
brands including The Tragically Hip and Johnny Reid. The experience is
complemented by several unique offerings, including lush sprawling
gardens, outdoor patios, and the Cheese Cellar boutique, which carries
over 25 different local artisanal cheeses.

LOCATION

4041 Locust Lane
Beamsville L0R 1B2
905-563-1919
1-888-934-7444
info@mikeweirwine.com
mikeweirwine.com

HOURS

LOCATION

3201 King Street
Vineland L0R 2C0
905-562-1324
info@stoneyridge.com
stoneyridge.com

May - October
10 am - 6 pm
November - April
11 am - 5 pm

May - October
10 am - 6 pm
November - April
11 am - 5 pm

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TAWSE WINERY

THIRTY BENCH WINE MAKERS

The inspiration for Moray Tawse's family-owned winery came from
his love of Burgundian Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Using organic and
biodynamic farming practices, he has since expanded his range to
terroir-driven Riesling, Cabernet Franc and Merlot crafted by Paul Pender
and Rene Van Ede. His state-of-the-art six-tier gravity-flow winery
was awarded Canadian Winery of the Year in 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2016.

Canada's Best Small Winery of the Year 2015! Nestled in the Beamsville
Bench appellation of Niagara, Thirty Bench believes less is more with
their approach to small-lot winemaking. The estate's award-winning
Rieslings and rare Small Lot Reds are coveted by collectors and wine
lovers. Emma Garner (2015 Winemaker of the Year) invites you to taste
the limited estate wines in a personalized seated tasting and discover
the character of the vineyards with a winery tour.

LOCATION

3955 Cherry Avenue
Vineland L0R 2C0
905-562-9500
info@tawsewinery.ca
tawsewinery.ca

HOURS

LOCATION

May - October
10 am - 6 pm
November - April
Monday - Friday
10 am - 5 pm
Saturday - Sunday
10 am - 6 pm

4281 Mountainview Road
Beamsville L0R 1B0
905-563-1698
info@thirtybench.com
thirtybench.com

HOURS

July - October
Daily 10 am - 6 pm
November - June
Sunday - Friday 11 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 6 pm

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VIENI ESTATES WINE & SPIRITS
Vieni means "come" or "welcome" in Italian and that is just how they want
you to feel - welcomed and at home at Vieni Estates. The winery is
situated on a diverse and breathtaking 175-acre estate on the edge of the
Niagara Escarpment. In addition to their fine wines, Vieni Estates offers
traditional Italian-style sparkling wines, Icewines, grappas and spirits distilled
from the many fruits of Ontario. Immerse yourself further in the Vieni
experience by staying at the beautifully updated Bed & Breakfast, where
every room has a stunning view of the vineyards and 30 acres of protected
forest along the Niagara Escarpment.

LOCATION

4553 Fly Road
Beamsville L0R 1B2
905-563-6521
info@vieni.ca
vieni.ca

HOURS

Summer
Monday - Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday - Sunday 10 am - 6 pm
Winter
Daily 10 am - 5 pm

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