| Ontario’s
grape and wine industry is a success story, not only as a
business and agricultural phenomenon, but as a tourist destination.
Eco-tourism,
agri-tourism and cultural tourism are all linked, and play
a role in the growth and popularity of our grape and wine
industry. Ontario has several spectacular events designed
to showcase and promote its award-winning vintages. The highlights
include:
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of Winter Icewine Evening
– An annual event held in January to unveil and showcase
the previous harvest’s Icewine.
- Cuvée
– An annual industry awards gala where the year’s
best wines are chosen. Held in March in Niagara-on-the-Lake.
- New Vintages Niagara – Held in June, this evening is dedicated to the first tasting of newly uncorked vintages from Ontario’s top wineries
- Niagara
Grape & Wine Festival
– Held in September, this 10-day
festival attracts more than 100,000 tourists who sample
regional cuisine and fine wines, and enjoy world-class entertainment
and family attractions. The Grape Growers of Ontario is
a founding sponsor of this festival, which grows in popularity
year after year.
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