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.

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.

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!

We had a beautiful time at this winery in Stouffville!…read more Such a random location but a real gem. The winery grounds are beautiful, there's an amazing patio wrapped around the building with stunning views of the winery. You truly feel like you're in wine country or even in the Italian countryside when you're here. We wanted to do a tasting and we were told to go find a seat outside and someone would be assisting us. We noticed that there was a separate area for people who pre-reserved lunch. I think it's a pre-set menu and it's catered by the McEwan company. The food coming out looked really tasty! We asked if they had a food menu as we were looking for a charcuterie board or something to snack on while tasting the wine, however they do not have a food menu unless you reserve in advance. Although this was a bit of a bummer, the server told us she would bring us some snacks for the wine tasting. As the lunch seating was taking place, the servers were quite busy however our server apologized for the wait and was really nice. We each had the 4 wine tasting flights and were able to choose 4 wines from their extensive list. I tried their sparkling wine, rose, a red and a white and they were pleasant but not the most amazing wines I've ever had. I liked the flavour profile of the rose and the sparkling was really light and crisp. The white and red were just OK for me. The server was knowledgeable and helped to offer suggestions based on my preferences. As promised, she also brought us some bowls with chips, nuts and dried fruit, and tarali. These were great for munching on as well as palate cleansers between the wines. I particularly enjoyed the ambiance of this winery. On a beautiful breezy summer day, it was absolute heaven sitting out on the patio and sampling some tasty wines. I would love to come for a meal one day however they only serve lunch at this time. We even had the owner come over and chat with us for a while to make sure we were enjoying our time. The wines in the retail portion of the winery are super reasonable, I don't think any wines were over $20. This is a nice way to support local business without breaking the bank. Overall this is a wonderful way to spend an hour or so. The flight of wine was only $10 and the wines are also inexpensive to purchase so this makes for an affordable afternoon out. I loved the views and European feel of the winery; it truly made me feel like I was far away without having to step on a plane!

I had high expectations for this place. We made reservations for lunch. The view was nice with all…read morethe lush greenery. Once we were seated, first thing I noticed was the dirty cutlery. The fork was sticky and had fingerprints. I had to ask the waitress to change it to a clean one. I should have taken that as a sign. Next, the menu had suggested wine pairings, so when we ordered the pasta, I went with the suggested Chardonnay. To my surprise, the waitress said they don't have one. I was going to ask why bother including the suggested pairing when it's not available, but I didn't bother. I ordered a bottle of white wine, and the server just placed it on the table and didn't even bother pouring a glass. No tasting, just left the bottle on the table, as if saying you're on your own! So we ordered the antipasto platter, the cured meats looked like the packaged cold cuts from a grocery store and the cheese didn't even include any soft cheese. Instead of crackers they served churros like bread sticks which tasted like oily sugarless donuts. We also ordered the pasta with artichokes- it was bland. Thank goodness for the Parmesan cheese that was brought to our table by mistake. The pizza was the only saving grace. It wasn't worth it, the red plastic chairs gave a cheap vibe on an otherwise classy ambiance. The servers were mostly young people who seemed clueless and were just there for a summer job. This is one of those places I'd add to my WR (won't return) list

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

The staff was nice and quick to set up for the event! Learned a lot of this event about the food…read morepairing with the type of wine

Wine / Customization / Batch / Experience…read more Had the honour of visiting this Vin Bon location owned by Michael from Yelp Elite Event and I had a blast. Carmen planned everything so perfectly that it made this so memorable. The location is very convenient with lots of available parking. Prices and design choices are clear and concise. Lots of colour and design choices to your liking. The bottling and labeling experience was a lot of fun. I highly recommend this for any kind of celebration or event. Contact them via email at Richmondhill@vinbon.ca

Service was great, but the menu was very deconstructed. Everything was separate and the sides were…read morea little expensive. When I'm paying $15 for a crab dip, I don't want to see Ritz crackers. The half chicken was delicious. The potato salad was had small potatoes and fingerling potatoes, not what I expected. I do like that they do separate bills for large groups tho. The food was good and all, but I'm not sure I'd go back.

We had our wedding dinner for 24 friends at Paradise Grapevine Winery and it was magical. We…read moreplanned the whole thing remotely, so we put our trust in Devin to make it happen. He understood the assignment--helping us plan the menu, select wines, and coordinate the florals--and it really put us at ease. When we arrived, the Paradise team had transformed their production space into an intimate dining room, it was perfect. The food was great and the wine was delicious. The whole evening felt like a dinner party at home with friends, where 8 hours flies by just chatting, drinking and playing cards. It was the best, Paradise Grapevine is the best.

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.

We ordered our wedding favors from Circling Hawk after doing a quick Google search of "wedding…read morefavor+honey+Toronto." Thanks to Martha Stewart for the idea! They were very easy to work with, including responding to any questions that I had immediately. The favors were a hit at the wedding, especially since it came in cute packaging that included a honey dipper and a little message. They're quite far from where we are, but we had a nice road trip to Oak Ridges on a Saturday morning. It's a small farm that you may miss while driving on Leslie Street. We spoke to the gentleman who also introduced us to mead. I had never heard of it. We were able to try a few flavors and ended up buying a bottle to take home. For anyone getting married and looking for a favor, why not consider honey? Everyone likes it and it's (fairly) unique. Good for: honey, party favors

I was searching for some 'real honey' to purchase did a quick google search for farms that sell…read morehoney and this place popped up, where I live it was a distance for me so I asked my parents since they are literally 7 minutes away from this location. They stopped by for me and said how friendly and polite the owner Diana was and how the honeys are for a good price there, they loved all the selections she had and told me how now they will return : ) I am glad I found this place because the honeys tasted amazing and it was for a good price but unfortunately I wasnt able to see the farm or meet Diana :( I highly recommend coming here I preferred the wildflower chunky honey over the honey summer blossom. THEY DO NOT ACCEPT DEBT

We love Markham Heritage Wines! My sister and I have been…read moremaking red and white wine here for several years now. The owners are so experienced and friendly, and the facilities are perfect. We enjoy both the experience of our time together visiting while we are there, as well as the taste of the quality end product!. Give them a try!

Heritage Wines is truly one of my favorite places--and not just for the wine! I've been going there…read moreto make my own wine, and it's been an absolutely fantastic experience every single time. From the moment you walk in, Jennifer and Steve make you feel welcome. They're knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely passionate about helping people enjoy the winemaking process. Whether you're a first-timer or you've been doing it for years, they guide you through everything with professionalism and a great sense of humor. Their quality of the wine is great, and they have a good variety of them. I have been in other wine places before, but now that I found Heritage Wines, I will never go anywhere else.