We went to do wine tasting here and everything is amazing. From the in house sommelier explaining…read moreall the kinds of wine, to the charcuterie board that looks divine and lastly the ambience of this place takes my breath away.

Visited Willow Springs during November for a Markham Dog Alliance event. I had no idea we had a…read morelocal winery and that it was pet friendly. The grounds are beautiful, great place for a winery, to take pictures and host an event. Parking is limited, but it works. The main building had the wine stating and they also serve snacks and small bites which is a plus when tasting wines. I can definitely picture coming here to enjoy a tasting and having so small bites. A huge plus is it being pet friendly. I love being able to enjoy this place with my little fluff!

Great shop for all things wine (and they are sometimes open on holidays when the LCBO is closed!)…read more Staff is super friendly, right when you walk in they greet you and are willing to help. They have beautiful glassware and wine accoutrements, so if you need a gift for someone on your list who loves wine, just stop by here and you're good to go. I got gifted wine glasses from my husband from here, they are pink ombre and just beautiful.

We & our social club committee at 1166 Bay Street want to thank Laura for a fabulous first class…read moreevening of wine tasting & food pairing at our condo. You and your amazing team were so knowledgable, fun and charming. Your presentation was right out of Food & Wine Magazine. The delicious preserves on the cheese, the beet humus and the decadent chocolate covered strawberries, along with the wonderful wines enhanced our taste buds & added to the tasting experience. Everyone who attended remarked how much they enjoyed themselves. We appreciate all the little extras you did for us. From the extra glasses, extra cheese, French bread, tasty lemonade rose sangria, and the left over wine...made us look like professional event planners Laura, we want to thank you for going the extra mile in helping us make our first inaugural social club event a big success!! Cheers Andrea & Lorraine

Had a great time walking into a tasting event. Plenty of delicious cheese paired with a variety of…read moretheir whites, reds, sparkling, and even icewine. The staff were all very welcoming. The L'Acadie (good amount of sweetness, pairs well with spicy food) and their 2019 Chardonnay were my favourites. There's a cozy outdoor space that has firepits and tables with a small food menu. We already had plenty of cheese and had dinner later, so we only tried their soup. Hot soup is extra tasty when you're outside in the cooler weather!

I love everything about Georgian Hills Vineyards…read more Driving up to the tasting room, I had my doubt as it looks like a small shed. But it is nicely decorated with tasting bar area if you want a tasting sampler and an outdoor/indoor area if you want to have a flight or a glass with cheese platter. $5 would get you 5 samples: Dry Cider, White, Red, Rose and Iced wine. I am also impressed with their selections and quality. Dry Cider ($9.95) is so easy drinking and their Iced cider (pear/apples) so delicious. And if you end up buying a bottle, the tasting fee would be waiver. Staff is friendly and welcoming. Worth dropping by for a visit if you are in the Collingwood area.

On a cold but wonderfully sunny afternoon, we chose to arrange a wine tour at Magnotta Winery. We…read morewere fortunate enough to be led by the amazingly kind and incredibly knowledgeable Michael Ber, Assistant Manager of Retail and Events. The tour was fantastic for SO many reasons... Upon our arrival we were led to the beautiful and bright Awards room, housing the endless awards won by Magnotta for wine and spirits at events all over the continent and beyond. Michael asked questions to narrow down our likes and dislikes, the preliminary to our wine tasting. More about that later :) Our first stop was an information-filled walk-through of the machinery area where the wines are produced and bottled. From there we continued into the basement's Barrel Room where hundreds and hundreds of barrels of wine are stored. Old winemaking machinery added perfectly to the decor, creating an almost museum-like element. The decor all throughout the winery is old-world Italian style which created an authentic, peaceful mood from one space to the next. Once the tour was over, we were invited back into the Awards Room for the fun part... the wine tasting portion of the tour. It was then that each of us was given our personally curated flights consisting of 3 wines to try, each specific to our indicated preferences. We also opted for the complementing charcuterie board and focaccia bread (at a low additional cost) that truly brought out some of the more complex flavors of the wines being sampled. I would recommend this winery and wine tour for anyone who wants to fine tune their wine preferences and flavor profiles. We were never rushed, all questions were answered, and we left far more educated about the world of wine than we ever could have expected! It was a wonderful way to spend an afternoon and a great reason to indulge in some fantastic wine... not like anyone needs a reason for that!!! Pros: - Location (easy-to find industrial area near major highways) + free parking - Staff (professional & friendly) - Ambiance/Decor - Selection of wines - Taste of wines & food - Prices (of wines, tour & food) Cons: - None

I never knew this Winery was close to home! Lucky enough to do a small tour via a meetup group, we…read moregot to see the distillery, the barrels (I swear that room looks like some Freemason secret society room!) and have some wine tastings with chocolate. We even tried one if their Vidal Ice Wines - oh my - how absolutely delicious! The staff are all friendly and can direct you to some great wines if you ask. They do not sell at the LCBO so the prices are about 40% cheaper than if they did. They have a great variety, including some beers (they have a brewery on deck). Definitely be back as I saw quite a few interesting wines. They even have their own vodka and brandy.

Lovely winery with a huge variety of wines and spritzes that's perfect for a hot day! They have…read moreincredible wood fire stone oven pizza on site and live music. The staff are super nice and love to share samples with customers. Try everything and stay for a glass or take a few bottles home. I recommend the lemonade, grape juice and plum wine!

I came by last weekend and was very happy to have stumbled across this winery. They specialize in…read morefruit wines and also sell ciders. The greatest part of this winery is they offer free wine tasting and they are really great with service and creating a welcoming environment. The staff here were great. We were assisted by John. You could tell he really loved sharing information about the wine they have here. If you're up for it, r they even have a wild rice wine that was processed similar to a Japanese sake. I really enjoyed the variety of white and red fruit wines. The ciders were also great. The grape one tastes like grape whelches juice. They also have wood oven pizza, jams, sauces, and other goodies in shop. If you're in the area definitely check them out.

Talking about Wine Tasting at Vinoteca?! COMPLIMENTARY Bar!!…read more I was given a glass and just asked to help myself with close to 15 red and white wines they have available... Not really classy because they are all in a 16 litres plastic self dispensers... :) but I am not complaining!! Great if you have a huge party and you want to just let your guests drink as much as they enjoy.. then those 16 litres definitely the way to go! I ended up with a Barrel Aged Pinot Noir Reserve for $9.85.. good for everyday drinking... Staffs are so friendly... and I will be back to try out more of their wines when I am in the area...

Been going here for YEARS and years. Vinoteca grows their own grapes (in Niagara Falls i believe),…read moremakes their own wines from them, and they're damn good at it. They've got all the usual reds and whites, as well as an impressive collection of ice wines (complete with the fancy glass-blown bottles to hold it). I'm not a wine expert but they seem to have their fair share of awards and recognition for their efforts. For those who drink a large amount they sell it by the bucket (yes they're 16L huge buckets) which are vacuum sealed so they keep fresh.They also have a huge variety of bottles and boxes for everyone else. If you're not sure what type of wine you're in the mood for they have them all on display for you to sample. If you're a business they can custom print you a label with your logo on your choice of wines to give to your customers/associates/suppliers/etc. Makes a great present.

What a great experience! The decor is beautiful with a warm, welcoming environment. The staff is…read morefun, very knowledgeable and dedicated to their costumers. We were greeted at the door and someone was there to help us every step of the way. Making wine was as easy as drinking it and almost as much fun. We will definitely be back and we would recommend trying Winescape to all our friends and family. Light years ahead of their competition this establishment is everything we wanted it to be and more. Our wine was fantastic and we already ordered another batch. Don't believe me? The prof is in the bottle!

This is THE place to craft your own wine. The environment is so beautiful it is delicious. The…read moreowner and staff are like the friends everyone wants the moment you walk thru the door, warm engaging and honestly happy to see you there. The quality of the wine is outstanding. They are knowledgeable, thoughtful and fun. I have been a client for years and will always be.

I love visiting Holland Marsh. I have never been disappointed every time I've come. Service is…read moreprofessional, prompt and informative. All the tasting tours I've been on have been lead by friendly staff who really appreciate their work. I recommend this winery to all my friends and family wishing for a nice place to hangout, drink wine at the tasting bar and even snack on their boards! It's such a beautiful, spacious area.

We got a groupon for a winery tour. The tour was great and informative although a bit short. We got…read moreto try a wide selection of wines and purchased a cheese board to go with the wines. The cheese board was phenomenal. If you get tickets on groupon it's very worth it.

J'adore is such an amazing cheese and chocolate shop in downtown Barrie. If you're entertaining,…read morelooking for a gift, or just looking for some delicious cheese, chocolate, accompaniments or bottles of your favourite beverages, this is your spot! Staff are always very friendly helpful. Be sure to also take a peak downstairs at "The Speakcheasy" if you're visit when they are open.

Oh this little store is such fun! There is a fantastic selection of cheeses and the chocolate…read moreoptions are adorable with different little shapes and tasty selections. I really appreciate that there is also a wall of biscuits and crackers opposite the cheese counter to pair with the cheeses, so if you are in a rush to create a delicious display, you have everything you need in once place. The staff are also lovely, and always willing to offer a sample of a new cheese. Its obvious that everyone working in this store really cares about the business and their customers - it's always clean and they handle busy times very politely. I only wish I lived closer!