The Best Prince Edward County Winery and Why
Prince Edward County is a popular wine-growing region in Ontario, Canada. While there are many excellent wineries in the area, here is a complete list of some of the best Prince Edward County wineries and why they stand out.
Each offers its own unique experience, so be sure to visit them all!
With 41 wineries, and growing, to choose from, it can be tough to figure out which ones are worth visiting.
But don’t worry – I’ve got you covered.
Here is a list of my favorite Prince Edward County wineries and what made our experience special.
Whether you’re looking for stunning views, delicious food, or award-winning wines, you’ll find something to love at these wineries.
Note: Many of the wineries in Prince Edward County offer great food, charcuteries, and wood-fired pizza. This list is based on my personal experience or the feedback from others. Also, I have attached links to videos you can watch and see for yourself.
With this list of top wineries in Prince Edward County, you can start planning your next visit.
The Best Winery for Food
Waupoos Estates Winery Restaraunt
The Waupoos Winery is best known for its award-winning white wines, which are made from a blend of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Riesling grapes.
Also, the Waupoos Estates Winery Restaurant is an ideal location for a romantic, five-star dining experience. Located on the banks of Lake Ontario with stunning views.
This restaurant offers an exquisite “Fixed Menu” featuring local and seasonal cheeses, meat, and produce from local farms in PEC.
To get a better idea of the food and the dining watch our video:
Waupoos Estates Winery for Supper – Here’s What Happened
Looking for an unforgettable dinner with that special someone or just want a five-star meal with charming views this is it.
The Closest Winery To Me Mentions
The Grange of Prince Edward Vineyards and Estate Winery
The Grange Winery is best known for its Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Riesling wines.
The Grange also has a restaurant on-site that serves seasonal, locally-sourced cuisine.
The casual atmosphere of The Grange Winery restaurant creates a comfortable setting for any occasion, whether it be a romantic dinner or an informal gathering.
The diverse menu has something for everyone, ranging from hearty entrees like beef bourguignon and garlic-infused fish to lighter dishes such as mixed salads or Caprese sandwiches.
Norman Hardie Winery Menu
Norman Hardie Winery offers Piping hot lasagnas, French onion soup, smoked trout, fresh sourdough bread, and PEI oysters. They have seating both indoors and outdoors next to blazing fire pits in the winter and a winter menu.
The Best Winery for Wine Tours
Norman Hardie Winery
With the Norman Hardie wine tour package, wine lovers can enjoy a special wine connoisseur experience.
Like most wineries, there are regular wine tours here but for a one-of-a-kind experience, you can purchase the curated tour.
For a more personalized tour, The Curated Tour & Barrel Cellar Tastings package is $50 per guest.
This is a 60 min tour and you get to keep the glass.
This includes a tour of a vineyard, personal premium wine tasting, and is more of a wine appreciation class.
We found this to be the perfect way to learn about wine and understand the process from grape to glass.
The staff was very fun and knowledgeable. Stuck close to our side throughout the experience. We got a first-hand insight into wine-making and left with a proper education in wine appreciation.
We have personally taken this tour and it’s definitely worth it.
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Huffs Estates Barrel Cellar Tastings
Huff Estates Winery also offers one-of-a-kind Barrel Cellar Tastings. You’ll have the opportunity to sample the finest Huff estates wines with a private guide and tour the cellars.
Includes a Flight of 3 wines + 1 barrel sample for $50/pp.
Connecting you with huff estates on a deeper level, these special tastings include exclusive insights into the making of huff estates’ award-winning wines.
Upclose and intimate access to Huff estates’ winemaking experiences is one to put on your list! We have.
The Best Winery for Patios
Three Dog Winery has a quiet, dog-friendly patio area. We choose this patio because is never that busy as the winery is off the beaten path.
The winery’s patio provides a scenic setting that emphasizes comfort and nature, featuring wooden benches for optimal views of the rolling vineyards surrounded by tall trees.
And the evocative atmosphere does not stop there! When you go outback there are a few outdoor seating options.
Comfortable seats made with locally sourced wood, perfect for enjoying all that this special landscape has to offer.
Picnic tables, covered areas, single seats, and tables and chairs.
We visit this winery patio the most out of all the others in Prince Edward County.
I created a video from one of our visits you can watch it here.
The Best Winery for Live Music
Karlo Estates Winery
Karlo Estates Winery is our choice for live music because they have them so often.
The fact is this winery is a Speakeasy-inspired vineyard that hosts some of the best live music around.
There are many events all year long and live music events occur just about every Saturday night. You’ll find many local artists rocking things out.
With wine and excellent entertainment all under one roof, it’s no surprise why Karlo Estates has become increasingly popular over time.
Whether you come to dance or just relax and enjoy the show, our Speakeasy will provide a unique experience unlike any other.
The Best Winery for Weddings
Casa-Dea Winery & Banquet Hall
The Casa-Dea Winery & Banquet Hall has an amazing large hall for indoor events. Everyone flocks to the big “LOVE” sign at the Casa dea estates winery.
The Weddings we’ve been to here have never looked more magical. They have lush grounds and grand ballrooms making weddings an unforgettable event.
Whether indoors or out, weddings at their venue are nothing short of spectacular.
Our experience with weddings there has been amazing.
The staff takes care of all the little details so that couples can enjoy their special day with family and friends.
When it’s time to say “I do”, the team at Casa-Dea Winery & Banquet Hall is there to ensure the experience is perfect from beginning to end.
They have a variety of packages, that provide something for everyone including a luxurious wedding experience.
To see an example of what to expect watch this video of a wedding at Casa-Dea Winery.
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Waupoos Estates Winery
Waupoos Estates Winery has a spectacular wedding venue.
This exquisite winery provides breathtaking views of Lake Ontario and scenic vineyards in a true fairytale setting.
They have both indoor and outdoor spaces available, the classic architecture is ideal for weddings both small and large.
You’ll find romantically designed areas like the Barrel Room and Cottage Lawn, couples can ensure their special day will turn into an unforgettable memory for their guests.
The Most Recognizable Winery in PEC
Closson Chase Vineyards
What makes Closson Chase stand out from other vineyards because of the big purple barn. Visitor likes their commitment to sustainability.
This is a popular stop for many county wine tours. Additionally, Closson Chase produces vintages that are made to be enjoyed early – allowing visitors to taste the fresh fruits of their labor as soon as possible.
The Best Winery for Pizza
TerraCello Winery
TerraCello Winery is one of a kind and well-known for its wood fire pizza.
I’ve been asked thousands of times where the best wood-fired pizza is in Prince Edward County.
There are so many great places. If you are on a wine tour and want wood fire pizza TerraCello Winery I would include this stop.
Not only do they offer a classic Italian-inspired menu, but the oven used to make TerraCello’s pizza pies were imported all the way from Italy!
This oven forms the core of TerraCello’s unique atmosphere and tastes, providing customers with an experience truly like no other.
Note: There are many places in Prince Edward County with amazing wood-fired pizza. Just about every winery in the county offers pizza.
See this list of the best wood fire Pizza in Prince Edward County.
The Best Winery for Bicycle Tours
If you choose to take wine tours on bicycles then it’s best to choose wineries that are close together.
Check out Sip & Cycle Bike Tour from county wine tours to rent a bike. They have carefully customized tour packages.
If you choose to take a self-guided wine tour check this article about self-guided wine tours.
Here are some popular county wine tours for bicycles with wineries close together.
The Best Wine Tour Company
For an extraordinary wine tour with an insured tour company in Prince Edward County here are some great choices.
- Vintage car wine tours – They stop at a few local breweries or all the popular wineries.
- Tina’s wine tours – Personalized and flexible private tours.
- PEC custom wine tours – If you have a proper wine appreciation they know where to take you.
- Sandbanks wine tours – One of the most popular and informative.
- Prince Edward County Wine Tours – offers group rates or private tour packages.
To see a complete list of all the county wine tours with prices check this article.
