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CALAMUS ESTATE WINERY

Cloudsley Cellars is a small-lot, premium winery that is quickly gaining a reputation for fine cool climate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Produced with minimal intervention, the wines reflect the unique terroir of the Twenty Mile Bench sub-appellation and show vibrant acidity, excellent balance, minerality and energy. CLOUDSLEY CELLARS

Overlooking Ball’s Falls Conservation, this 42-acre estate boasts a unique 200-year-old barn and one of Niagara’s largest observatories. The barn seats up to 150 guests overlooking scenic gardens and vineyards, making the perfect place to say, “I Do”. Enjoy amazing winery events as they are known for their Stargazing nights. Wood oven pizza on the bistro patio weekends in summer.

LOCATION 3100 Glen Road Jordan L0R 1S0 905-562-9303 1-888-225-9866 orders@calamuswines.com calamuswines.com

HOURS April – December Daily 11 am – 5 pm Patio open May – September 11 am – 2 pm January – March Please visit website for hours Groups welcome by appointment

LOCATION 3795 Victoria Avenue Vineland L0R 2C0 905-562-8877 info@cloudsleycellars.com cloudsleycellars.com

HOURS Please check our website for the current tasting room hours or contact us to book an appointment

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COMMISSO ESTATE WINERY

CORNERSTONE ESTATE WINERY

Commisso Estate is a 32-acre estate winery and Bed & Breakfast located on the 75-year-old Commisso farm at the top of the Niagara Escarpment. The winery focuses on premium, small-lot VQA wines, particularly Appassimento wines and big bold reds. Situated amidst lush vineyards and breathtaking gardens it is also the perfect venue for corporate events and private functions.

Family owned and operated since 2002, this small-batch winery produces a variety of premium, award-winning VQA wines. The 20-acre estate produces primarily Cabernet Franc, as well as Riesling, Gamay Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris and Chardonnay. You will also find fruit wines, rosé, sparkling, Late Harvests, Icewines, and the must-try Port-style wine, Forté.

HOURS Wednesday & Thursday 12 pm – 5 pm Friday – Sunday 11 am – 6 pm

LOCATION 564 Kemp Road East Grimsby L3M 4E7 289-205-1821 commissoestatewinery@gmail.com commisso.ca

HOURS Please visit our website

LOCATION 4390 Tufford Road (entrance from John St.) Beamsville L0R 1B1 905-563-6758 info@cornerstonewinery.com cornerstonewinery.com cornerstonewinery

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CREEKSIDE ESTATE WINERY

The Dim family have partnered with award-winning winemaker Andrzej Lipinski to craft small-lot award-winning wines from grapes we’ve been growing since 1973. Sample from our growing portfolio of old vine white wines to bold Appassimento reds. We hope you like what we do, made with our love, in Jordan, Ontario. DIM WINE CO.

The wine experience is distinctly feet-up. Lounge and relax with friends. Meet the team at the wine bar. Spy on the winemakers. Indulge in unconventional winemaking and vegan wines paired with Chef’s house- made food. For over 20 years, the winemaking team has crafted bold reds, with Syrah winning over 100 medals. Enjoy unique wine and food experiences year-round.

HOURS Summer: Daily 11 am – 6 pm Winter: Daily 11 am – 5 pm Food & wine experiences offered daily The Deck: May to October

HOURS Winter Friday – Sunday 12 pm – 5 pm or by appointment Summer Wednesday – Sunday 12 pm – 6 pm or by appointment

LOCATION 2170 Fourth Avenue Jordan L0R 1S0 905-562-0035 info@creeksidewine.com creeksidewine.com creeksidewine

LOCATION 2703 King Street Jordan L0R 1S0 905-329-6052 dimwine@dimwineco.ca dimwineco.ca dim_wine_co

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