Niagara wine festival celebrates Ontario wines

Wine and food lovers are invited to visit Ontario’s Niagara region next month for the Niagara New Vintage Festival, a celebration of local wine and culinary treats.

Running from June 18 to 26, the Niagara New Vintage Festival features regional fine wine, local produce and a unique Ontario culinary experience, as well as an exclusive preview of the region’s 2010 vintage.

Opening celebrations on the summer solstice, Saturday, June 18, include a casual Tailgate Party hosted by 2010 ‘Grape King’ Debbie Inglis, in her own vineyard. The evening will feature wine and local food hot off the grill. Tickets to the Tailgate Party are $75 per person and the event will proceed rain or shine.

During festival weekends, June 18 to 19, and 25 to 26, a $30 Discovery Pass will get you access to the festival Wine Route – six Niagara wineries offering wine tastings paired with local culinary treats.

For more information about the Niagara New Vintage Festival or to purchase tickets, please visit the official website.