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Niagara on the Lake Cottage Rental

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Niagara on the Lake Cottage Rental feels very blessed to have so many wonderful friends and family. This year, was great meeting and hosting so many incredible new guests at our cottage rental. Thank you for being a part of my life and I look forward to a great 2013!! Cheers, Maria

Call us at 1-866-226-4730 to make a reservation over the Christmas Season.

Friends of Strewen Winery

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Dear Friends of Strewn,

Autumn is such a beautiful time of year for sharing good food, good company and great wine. And in wine country, it’s harvest! We hope to see some of you if a trip to Niagara is on your agenda. If you are staying at home during vintage, we hope you’re enjoying Strewn wines on your table. In fact, in this newsletter we have included a recipe for you and yours compliments of the Wine Country Cooking School.

 

Happy Thanksgiving!
YOU ASKED US? About the 2012 Growing Season …

“I have never seen a year like this where we came out of the start so quickly and did not slow down a single step, even at sites with record low rainfall and extreme heat in the season.” – Brock University Cool Climate Oenology department associate.

2012 was a unique growing season that progressed quickly from bud-break on and grapes missed the frost damage many other tree fruit experienced this year. Generally bloom dates across Ontario were 10 to 14 days ahead based on a 10-year normal. Of course, the weather is crucial in the weeks leading up to harvest and has a significant impact.

The 2012 harvest now is in full swing. Nearly all of the white grapes-Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, 

Gewurztraminer, Riesling and Pinot Blanc–have been harvested and fermentations are well underway.
The first red grapes, Merlot, have started to come in and will be soon followed by Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon.
Weather conditions have generally been favourable with mostly dry weather; the few rainstorms have caused no serious problems. The early spring and hot dry summer set the scene for an outstanding vintage; we are expecting spectacular wines.

Stonechurch Winery – Music in the Vineyard

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Harvest is any day now and the vineyards are buzzing with activity. It really is the perfect time of year to visit for a vineyard tour. Wagons depart regularly every weekend and on weekdays by reservation only and are only $6 per person!
Call or e-mail to book yours today.
Our “Music in the Vineyard” continues throughout September. Come out and enjoy the crisp autumn sun, wines by the glass and your favourite tunes.
And also, don’t forget about our Stargazing Night on Saturday September 29.
This month is sure to not disappoint!
October should be equally as exciting with new releases, another travel talk and an afternoon of Wine & Words with local author AJ Aalto. Stay tuned!
Thank you always for your continued support.
We look forward to seeing you again soon.
Cheers!
Hank Hunse
Proprietor

Earth Day in the Vineyard

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Earth Day in the Vineyard
Where: Southbrook Vineyards, 581 Niagara Stone Road, RR4, Niagara On The Lake, Ontario, Canada, 
Dates: 2012 Apr 21 to 2012 Apr 25

Ontario Wine Society Halton Chapter presents Earth Day in the Vineyard

Saturday April 21, 2012

Southbrook Vineyards

581 Niagara Stone Road, RR4 Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON, L0S 1J0

12:00 Noon Members $55, Non-members $65

(Includes: lunch, vineyard tour and tasting)

 

What better way to celebrate Earth day than to spend an afternoon in the vineyard. Southbrook Vineyard’s is Ontario’s pioneer of organic and biodynamic viticultural practices. In 2008 they were awarded the Gold level of LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) for their winery building, the first award of its kind to any winery in Canada.

Join us for a fabulous afternoon as we wander the vineyard and learn how herbal teas and lunar energy play a part in the biodynamic process. As we leave the vineyard we will head into the winery for an opportunity to taste the impact of the unique viticultural methods. Once our tour is complete we will enjoy a delectable lunch prepared with local ingredients paired with Southbrook’s finest wines. If you wish to stay overnight  in Niagara on the Lake call 905-980-0346 or 1-866-226-4730 for reservations.