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{/hero_copy}Weekends in May
Weekends in May!
Indulge in the flavors of Niagara-on-the-Lake's wine country with our Sip & Sizzle tasting pass. This self-guided tour allows you to explore Niagara-on-the-Lake wineries while enjoying delicious barbeque and grilled food inspired tastings.
Tasting Pass Details:
Price: $49.92 (Plus HST, Service Fee, Credit Card Fee)
Includes: 8 winery tasting experiences
Additional Tastings: Guests can add more tastings to their order, but only eight winery experiences can be scheduled in one day.
Tasting Hours: 11:00am to 5:00pm
Reservations: Reservations close at 7 am the day before the event date.
Booking Process: When purchasing your passes, indicate the wineries you wish to visit and on what date. Specific times for visits are no longer required.
Availability: Passes are available on the website starting April 4, 2024, and numbers are limited, so they may sell out.
Designated Driver Passes: Available at a discounted rate of $37.47 (Plus HST,Service Fee & Credit Card fee ) this rate only includes the food offering.
*NEW 'Day of' Bookings
Individual 'Day of" tastings can be purchased each event day, but offerings are limited and available only until 4:30pm on the day of each event. Each Individual 'Day of' tasting is $6.24 ( Plus HST, Service Fee & Credit Card Fee) It is best to pre-purchase your passports early as wineries will sell out!
Reservation Confirmation:
* if you are tasting in groups larger than eight, please call each winery BEFORE you arrive in order for them to make preparations for your group.
Your winery selections will be confirmed by email after purchasing your passports.
Note: Please ensure to check the website for any updates or changes closer to the event date.
Please see below for our 2024 Sip & Sizzle Pairings!
Bella Terra Vineyards
Tropical Sundae Sizzle: Pineapple Caramel Goodness
$
Gluten Free and Dairy Free
This tropical pairing is the ultimate summer sweet treat, a Grilled Pineapple Sundae paired with our Sparkling Brut! Enjoy a fresh slice of grilled pineapple topped with a scoop of vanilla icecream and finished with our house made Icewine caramel drizzle. This sundae is paired perfectly with our Sparkling Brut, enhancing its crisp refreshing bubbles and tropical notes.
Byland Estate Winery
Slow Roasted BBQ Pork Belly
$
Savor the exquisite harmony of flavors with our Slow Roasted BBQ Pork Belly, complemented by Ontario Pear, tangy Kimchi, and refreshing Cucumber Salad. This tantalizing dish is expertly crafted to pair flawlessly with the rich complexities of our 42-year-old vine, 18-month barrel-aged Gamay Noir 2021
De Simone Vineyards
Pull me by the roots and lather me with BBQ sauce
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Prepare to indulge in a symphony of flavours with our BBQ’d pulled pork sliders, marinated in the irresistible essence of Root Beer. This delectable treat begins with tender, slow-cooked pulled pork, then broiled and lathered in a home made BBQ sauce. Pairs best with your choice of our 2020 Riesling Or 2022 Determination Baco Noir
Château des Charmes
Our Quiche is a "Fun-ghi"
$
Vegetarian
The pairing features wonderful flavours of savoury quiche and our remarkable 2021 Pinot Noir. Our locally prepared quiche is made with grilled spinach, mushrooms, and asiago cheese. It is beautifully garnished with arugula and topped with a light Cabernet-Merlot reduction. This remarkable symphony of flavours will awaken your senses and gently melts on your palate.
Niagara College Teaching Winery & Brewery
Don't Be A Jerk!
$
Vegetarian & Gluten Free Option
We are packing the heat with our sizzling pairing. We are featuring a Caribbean Jerk Chicken Slider with Pineapple Scallion Salsa, Red Cabbage, and Balance Muscat Pepper Sauce. Niagara College will be serving up this mouthwatering slider with our 2020 Balance Muscat.
Peller Estates Winery and Restaurant
Strawberry Pavlova & Vidal Experience
$
A backyard BBQ Dessert! Our Niagara’s Bliss Pavlova made in-house, featuring succulent strawberries, and a delicate meringue, perfectly complemented by the luscious sweetness of our Vidal Late Harvest wine. Indulge in this divine pairing and savour the essence of the region’s finest ingredients harmonizing in every delightful bite and sip.
Queenston Mile Vineyard
Crème De La Crème
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Vegetarian
Blackberry Crème Brûlée: Rich and creamy French custard, filled with fresh blackberries and finished with a caramelized sugar crust. This elegant dessert pairs perfectly with the complimentary notes of Raspberry, Ripe Cherry and Blackberry found in our Estate Bottled Pinot Noir Rosé.
Reif Estate Winery
$
Vegan Option
Reif’s popular pairing is a gourmet half sausage topped with your choice of our signature Reif Tarragon & Riesling Mustard, pineapple salsa, or gooey aged white cheddar, paired alongside our classic Riesling! Our Riesling offers aromas and flavours of peach, pear, apple, and lemon citrus. You’ll be sure to be licking your fingers afterwards!
Riverview Cellars Estate Winery
Sizzlin’ Chicken Tikka Masala
$
Skip the trip to India and enjoy authentic Chicken Tikka Masala right here at Riverview! Our pairing is the perfect mix of spice and sweet. Experience the heat of Chicken Masala on a bed of Basmati rice, paired with our beautifully balanced off-dry 2020 Bianco Riesling-Gewürztraminer blend
Wayne Gretzky Estates
Taste Triumph with Oak Aging
$
Vegetarian option
Indulge in the bold fusion of flavours with our Barrel-Aged Red Wine & Peanut Beef Satay, a gluten-free, dairy-free delight that promises to tantalize your taste buds. Paired impeccably with our Whisky Oak Aged Red 2021, making it a must-visit for an unforgettable taste adventure
Ferox by Fabian Reis
Tha…That's Merlot Folks!!!
$
Vegetarian Option
Enjoy Ferox at it’s best. Offering up Braised Pork Belly with Carnonara Foam and Merlot Pickled Shallots. Paired with our 2019 Merlot, this soft with fruity notes of cherries, plum, fig and raspberry, is a perfect way to enjoy the start of the warmer weather