Inniskillin Wines

An iconic stop for ice wine lovers. Our first winery stop in the region. We arrived shortly after opening and found a few groups already sipping wine on the lawn. Plenty of parking, and unlike some other wineries in the area, no drawn-out tours or gimmicky tastings. Just a straightforward, well-run setup. We went with their standard three-wine tasting ($25–$30 depending on the selections), which allowed two dry wines and one ice wine. Since it was still early in the day, we didn’t want to start with an all-sugar lineup. Inniskillin is a pioneer in Canadian ice wine and Gold Vidal was where it first started. So of course, we tried their signature Gold Vidal, which was described as bright and peach-forward. Unfortunately, we found the sweetness a bit overpowering. Our favorite was the Cabernet Sauvignon Ice Wine. Still rich and sweet but with a touch of red fruit depth that made it more tolerable. All the dry wines we tried were relatively mundane. Nice bonus: tastings come with discounts on wine purchases over a certain amount. Since we picked up a few bottles, we got $20 off our total (just over $100).

I have tried their wine a few times on restaurant menus over the years, but it was my first time visiting. Lovely winery, friendly staff and beautiful grounds with a picturesque patio. Did a tasting, the standout by far was the Vidal Icewine, this is the best I’ve ever tasted, perfectly balanced, sweet but not overly sweet and not too syrupy like some others I’ve tried. So good I bought 2 bottles, can’t wait to enjoy!

Had a great time visiting Inniskillin! It was our first time coming here and we were very impressed. The property is beautiful. There's an area for the restaurant as well as the winery - which is what we came for. The wine selection is fantastic! You can order per glass or try one of their sampling options that give you multiple drinks. The showstopper was the Icewine! Wow! Absolutely delicious. The staff is great and super helpful. We didn't feel rushed or silly asking questions about the wine. Inside the winery, they have a nice size retail area with all the wines available for purchase as well as other gift type items. Would definitely recommend Inniskillin if you're touring the area! Grab a glass or flight and enjoy a beautiful day outside on the property.

I visited Inniskillin vineyard as part of my bachelorette celebration, traveling from the Dominican Republic with two friends, and it was truly one of the most unforgettable experiences we’ve ever had. The vineyard is absolutely stunning, but what made the visit even more special was our tour guide, Leron. He was beyond incredible; kind, funny (very funny), deeply knowledgeable, and so genuinely passionate about what he does. He took the experience to another level, making us feel not just welcomed, but celebrated. He even added a personal touch to our little bachelorette celebration that we’ll never forget. The tasting was equally amazing, very educational, especially for beginners. We learned how to properly taste and appreciate wine in a way that was both approachable and fun. This experience is worth far more than the price. Between the beautiful setting, the thoughtfully designed tour, and Leron’s unforgettable energy, I’d recommend it to anyone, whether you’re a wine lover or just curious. It was the perfect way to celebrate such a special moment in my life!

Forest cost during the week at 2pm plenty of parking and no wait for takings. They had plenty of seating outside in the shade. Vineyard viewable from all the outdoor seating. Wine selection was great the Chardonnay and ice wine were great.