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HERNDER ESTATE WINES

HIDDEN BENCH ESTATE WINERY

Drive down the country lane that leads through a unique covered bridge to
a restored 1867 Victorian barn. The barn and hospitality area is a magnet
for all kinds of events including weddings. This picturesque property is so
breathtaking that it has caught the eye of many couples tying the knot.
Enjoy daily wine tastings showcasing a wide range of wines all crafted by
winemaker Angela Kasimos.

This small, yet modern winery has ranked as one of the top 10 wineries by
the National Wine Awards of Canada every year since it opened in 2007.
Owner Harald Thiel showcases the unique terroir of the Beamsville Bench,
and adheres to sustainable, 100% certified organic farming and winemaking
to craft premium Pinot Noirs, Chardonnays and Rieslings, alongside a
handful of limited releases.

LOCATION

1607 Eighth Avenue Louth
St. Catharines L2R 6P7
905-684-3300
wine@hernder.com
hernder.com

HOURS

LOCATION

Daily 10 am - 5 pm

4152 Locust Lane
Beamsville L0R 1B0
905-563-8700
info@hiddenbench.com
hiddenbench.com

KACABA VINEYARDS
& WINERY

3550 King Street
Vineland L0R 2C0
905-562-5625
1-866-522-2228
4info@kacaba.com
kacaba.com

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KEW VINEYARDS ESTATE WINERY

In 1997, Michael Kacaba launched into the wine industry, preserving
a piece of prime vineyard benchland from a developer's bulldozer.
Today, he is turning out multiple-award winners at this environmentally
sustainable winery with a view of the Toronto skyline across Lake Ontario.
Winemaker John Tummon crafts a full range of wines, including his
signature full-bodied reds.

LOCATION

Daily 10 am - 5 pm
Tours by appointment

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HOURS

LOCATION

4696 King Street
Beamsville L0R 1B1
905-563-1539
info@kewvineyards.com
kewvineyards.com

HOURS

Daily 10 am - 6 pm
Tours and bus groups by
appointment

HOURS

June - October
Daily 11 am - 5 pm
November - May
Thursday - Tuesday
11 am - 5 pm
Closed Wednesday

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Built in the 1850s and nestled into a charming 80-acre property on the
Beamsville Bench, the Kew homestead was renovated into a timeless
and beautiful hospitality space for Kew Vineyards. Opened in 2013, this
winery offers unique Old World wines made by Philip Dowell in
an elegant setting that showcases their philosophy of family, friends and
celebrating the simple things in life.

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LEANING POST WINES

LEGENDS ESTATES WINERY

After many years as a Niagara winemaker, Ilya Senchuk and wife Nadia
followed their dream to produce world-class, terroir-driven wines from
unique plots of land across Niagara. Housed in a restored 1850s barn,
Leaning Post epitomizes small-scale, artisanal winemaking that focuses
on Riesling, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Syrah. The Senchuk family
provides visitors with a distinctive tasting experience.

Experience the mesmerizing view of vineyards along the lakefront property,
coupled with a selection of wine offerings from the charming boutique.
Best known for award-winning aromatic whites, as well as big reds and
unique varietals crafted by Serge Papineau, this third-generation,
family-owned estate is not to be missed. The retail space also features virtual
winery "Meldville wines" by winemaker Derek Barnett. Legends is also a
perfect destination for weddings, special events and corporate functions.

LOCATION

1491 Highway 8
Stoney Creek L8E 5K9
905-643-9795
wine@leaningpostwines.com
leaningpostwines.com

HOURS

May - September
Daily 10 am - 6 pm
October - April
Thursday - Sunday
10 am - 6 pm

LOCATION

4888 Ontario Street North
Beamsville L0R 1B3
905-563-6500
info@legendsestates.com
legendsestates.com

winecountryontario.ca

HOURS

Monday - Saturday
10 am - 5 pm
Sunday
11 am - 5 pm

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http://www.hernder.com http://www.hiddenbench.com http://www.kewvineyards.com http://www.kacaba.com http://www.leaningpostwines.com http://www.legendsestates.com http://www.winecountryontario.ca
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