After a summer of nurturing the grapes, it's harvest time in Ontario. So why not plan to visit all our Wine Regions and sample our celebrations of the season? Here are fabulous festivals taking place in September. Come for the day, or make a mini-vacation out of it.

• Lake Erie North Shore, Pelee Island
  Shores of Erie International Wine Festival
  A toast to the tastes, showcasing Lake Erie’s North Shore and Pelee Island wineries and fabulous restaurants!
  Sep 5-7
  
  
• Niagara
  57th Niagara Wine Festival
  100+ events with wine, food, concerts, crafts, and family entertainment.
  Sep 19-28
  
  
• Prince Edward County
  TASTE, A Celebration of Regional Cuisine
  An annual one-day wine and culinary event featuring regional chefs, growers, winemakers, and the best beers, cider, and cuisine Prince Edward County has to offer!
  Sep 27
  
  
• York Region
  13th Annual Wine Tasting Fundraiser
  An annual tasting of various wines and fabulous food from local restaurants. Silent auction, live music, dancing, carriage rides, and more. Admission: $45 each; group rates available. 19 years of age and older. Register by calling (905) 477-5530.
  Sep 5 from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
  

Winery Touring Tips

This is the perfect time of year to take a winery tour and see first-hand how grapes from the vine are transformed into your favourite wine.

To help you with your tours, we've prepared a handy printable wine touring sheet. It will help guide you on your memorable trip, plus you can make notes along the way.

Choose the Right Wine for Your Turkey

Are you hosting Thanksgiving dinner this year? Don't forget to include great Ontario wines, which can provide a perfect complement to turkey, or any other part of your meal, from hors d'oeuvres to dessert.

You can also visit our website and check our Entertaining Tips section, which will help you in selecting and serving your wine.