Information and pairings

Based on popular demand, Niagara Benchlands Wineries are presenting a seasonal sip, savour and shop event.

“Get Wrapped Up in the Niagara Benchlands Wineries”

November 9 & 10 and 16 & 17, 2024

This holiday inspired wine and food tasting event will be held at 20 exceptional wineries throughout the Niagara Benchlands area.  Each participating winery will feature a selected wine paired with a festive food item. 

Your discovery pass for the desired weekend for $54.95 permits visiting 6 wineries per day to a maximum of 12 wineries per weekend.  Return to the home page to purchase tickets.

Designated Driver passes are also available.

Our wineries have created a fabulous gastronomical experience.  Plan out your day!

Participating Wineries	Selected Wine	Selected Pairing
180 Estate Winery	180 Red	Indulge in our decadent mac n’ cheese, a rich and creamy blend of sharp cheddar, topped with crispy panko and svory maple bacon. This dish is perfectly paired by our 180 Red, a full-bodied, dry Cabernet Merlot blend, bursting with notes of cherry, spice and oak.
Calamus Estate Winery	Merlot	Smoked Gouda & Niagara Apple Crostini drizzled with Warm Honey – This Crostinoi hits all the high notes. – sweet, salt, savoury and crunchy! Paired with our 2020 Merlot.
Cave Spring	Cabernet Franc or Riesling Estate	Genoa Salame Cornucopia whipped goat cheese (Ingredients: salame, goat cheese, poppy seeds), Vegetarian option also available
Commisso Estate Winery	Riesling	Turkey cranberry slider paired with our Riesling released on Oct 5th. Beautiful notes of orange and tart apple. Perfect for this holiday season.
Creekside Estate Winery	Creekshores Riesling	Spice Up Your Sip – Riesling and General Tso Delight:Tantalize your taste buds with Chef Andrew’s fabulous combo! Dive into the refreshing 2023 Creekshores Riesling, bursting with bright fruity flavors and a touch of honey, perfectly paired with zesty General Tso chicken served over a fluffy bed of rice, topped with sesame and scallions. This mouthwatering fusion is a flavor adventure you won’t want to miss!
Dim Wine Co.	Cabernet Sauvignon	Cabernet Sauvignon with a crisp cracker layered with salami al prosciutto from Niagara Food Specialties, a slice of smoky Reserve Cheese from Upper Canada Cheese Company, garnished with pickle slices and pickled pepper slices for a tangy kick and a pop of colour, topped off with a sprig of oregano and a sprinkling of thyme for added freshness. This combination will complement the rich flavors of the Cabernet Sauvignon.
Fielding Estate Winery	Estate Bottled Pinot Grigio or Red Conception	A savoury, golden brown sausage roll enveloped in flaky. buttery puff pastry served with honey mustard dip provided by ChzPlz
Flat Rock Cellars	Twisted White	Sip, Twist & Dip. Sip on our iconic Twisted blend while you tear into a giant, warm pretzel – the perfect partner for this playful pairing. Also, dip and dunk with an array of zesty, locally-made artisan mustards from Kozlik’s.
Harbour Estates Winery	“Midnight” Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot	Hearty Beef Stew. As the cold weather sets in and the chill permeates your bones, there’s nothing quite like a steaming bowl of hearty beef stew to warm you up from the inside out.
Henry of Pelham Family Estate Winery	Henry of Pelham Chardonnay or Pinot noir	Satisfy your sweet tooth with a mouthwatering Pumpkin Cheesecake Square, finished with Chantilly cream and candied pecans from our friends at Nature’s Corner Bakery & Café. Pair this delightful bite with either our rich Henry of Pelham Chardonnay or the smooth notes of our Pinot Noir.
Malivoire Wine Company	Small Lot Gamay	Awaken your tastebuds with Smoke & Barrel Niagara’s dark chocolate chicken mole served with housemade corn tortilla chips and topped with scallion and smoked guajillo crema.
Niagara Custom Crush Studio	Tragically Hip Fully Completely Red	Artisinal cheese and meat pairing from our own Cheese Bottega. Creamy and savoury.
Puddicombe Farms, Winery and Cider	RIesling Reserve	Pear, proscuttio and goat cheese flat bread baked in a wood oven
Redstone Winery and Restaurant	Merlot	Enjoy a comforting slow-cooked Pork Belly Cassoulet with White Beans and Tomato.
Ridgepoint Wines	Cabernet Merlot Ripasso and Sparkling Moscato	Deep fired tortellini paired with Cabernet Merlot Ripasso and Panettone paired with Frizzy
Sue-Ann Staff Estate Winery	Riesling Loved by Lu	Sue-Ann’s infamous Grilled Cheese Sandwich returns! A succulent and oh-too-gooey selection of Upper Canada’s Niagara Gold and layered with sweet caramelized onions and mozzarella topped with a Niagara Peach chutney.
Thirty Bench Wine Makers	Small Lot ‘Wood Post’ Riesling	Join us this holiday season at Thirty Bench for a delightful pairing that’s sure to warm your heart! Enjoy a bite-size Mediterranean focaccia from Old Post Bakery topped with creamy Alexis de Portneuf Brise du Matin Triple Crème Brie and a touch of Provisions Apple Spiced Whisky Jelly. Paired perfectly with our Small Lot Riesling ‘Wood Post Vineyard’ 2019, bringing out the bright, juicy citrus and mineral notes of this award-winning Riesling, adding a delicious layer of seasonal indulgence to your visit. Don’t miss out on this exclusive pairing—ideal for holiday celebrations or a cozy afternoon in wine country!
Vieni Estates Inc.	Rosso Sparkling Red ( Cab franc and Chambourcin)	Focaccia bread from Big Als and homemade Italian caponata (Mixed red onion compote, tomatos peppers olives)
Vineland Estates Winery	Sparkling Pinot Meunier	Enjoy our Lobster Mousse Tart, featuring local company, Little Shop of Lobsters! This seafood delight is creamy and full of delicious dill and fresh Canadian lobster. This dish is paired with our 2021 Sparkling Pinot Meunier.
Wending Home Estate Vineyards and Winery	Syrah Merlot	Chili & Brisk Warm-up. Warm up with the comforts of Wending Home and Backroad Barbecue Company. Our 2021 Syrah Merlot pairs perfectly with a mouthwatering barbecue beef brisket atop a bowl of southern style slow cooked chili. The perfect pairing for days that are ‘Chilly & Brisk’.