Henry of Pelham Family Estate Winery is a family-owned and operated winery located in the Niagara region of Ontario, Canada. The winery was founded in 1988 by three brothers, Paul, Matthew, and Daniel Speck, who are descendants of Henry of Pelham, a British soldier and colonist who settled in the Niagara region in the late 1700s. The name “Henry of Pelham” pays tribute to the winery’s heritage and the rich history of the Niagara region.
Henry of Pelham’s vineyards are situated on the Niagara Escarpment, a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve that is known for its unique microclimate and soil conditions. The winery’s vineyards are planted with a variety of grape varieties, including Chardonnay, Riesling, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, and Cabernet franc. These grape varieties are carefully chosen to thrive in the Niagara region’s cool climate and produce high-quality wines with unique flavors and aromas.
One of Henry of Pelham’s most famous wines is its Baco Noir, a red wine made from the Baco Noir grape variety, which was developed in France and is well-suited to the cool climate of the Niagara region. The winery’s Baco Noir is known for its dark color, spicy flavors, and firm tannins, and has won numerous awards over the years. It is often described as a “food-friendly” wine that pairs well with a wide range of dishes, including grilled meats, roasted vegetables, and hearty stews.
In addition to its Baco Noir, Henry of Pelham produces a range of other wines, including Chardonnays, Rieslings, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noirs, Cabernet Sauvignons, and blends. These wines are made using traditional winemaking techniques, such as barrel aging and bottle fermentation, to produce high-quality, distinctive wines that reflect the unique character of the Niagara region. The winery’s wines are known for their balance, complexity, and versatility, and are enjoyed by wine lovers around the world.
Henry of Pelham is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of environmentally-friendly practices in its vineyards and winemaking operations. These include using cover crops and natural fertilizers to improve soil health, reducing water usage through irrigation systems and water-saving technologies, and minimizing the use of pesticides and chemicals to protect the environment. These practices help the winery to produce high-quality wines while respecting the land and the natural resources of the Niagara region.
Today, Henry of Pelham Family Estate Winery is one of the leading wineries in the Niagara region, known for its high-quality wines and commitment to sustainability. Its wines can be found at restaurants and wine shops across Canada, as well as in international markets. The winery also offers tours and tastings, giving visitors the chance to learn about its history, vineyards, and winemaking practices, and to sample some of its delicious wines.
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Marty Byrde
a week agoBeautiful winery with great tasting wines. The baco noir was our favourite for sure. Thankfully when we went it was not busy so we had a chance to explore around with minimal people there. You get popcorn with your tasting flights which is a novel touch that is hard to find at other wineries. The service was excellent for both in the winery and at the little restaurant they have on the side. I ordered a Pizza to try and it was ok. Their wines, and beautiful vineyard however, definitely make it a worthy destination.
Ryan Vande Vooren
a week agoWonderful experience at Henry of Pelham Family Estate Winery! The wine tasting experience was well done and very informative. Be sure to experience all this property has to offer and also get something to eat. It will not disappoint.
Thilok Gunawardena
a week agoWe did the wine tour with them and it was cool. The lady who did the tour for us explained everything about the process they follow to make wines and the history of the winery. Food was also good and we had a good time.
Lindsay Thayer
2 weeks agoFriends of us told us about the membership so we bought one. We finally made it out today not having much knowledge of the winery leading up. When we walked in, we were immediately helped by Olivoa, who was an absolute delight. She gave us a brief explanation of wines we had (I let her pour her faves and my fiance picked his flight). It was just enough to be ineresting without being an overkill of information. We enjoyed the large patio. We ordered by the glass outside also, we did not catch his name but a tall guy with tattoos (getting a chest piece soon, we are all tattoo people and had a wee chat about it) was wonderful also. We very much enjoyed our experience end to end and cannot wait to make it back.
Brian & Geraldine Smith
a month agoWe went with another couple. The lady we had serving our wine was not helpful, felt we were wasting her time. Not a good experience when we asked about the wines/ which should be part of the experience. It was $15 for a flight of three. So should come with a bit of knowledge from the server. And a hint of a smile, hence we did not buy a bottle. Our friends had a very different person and different experience. Got to taste different wines - they bought two bottles. Lovely winery, some lovely staff . But…