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<\/a>Canadian wine production has a winning track record in British Columbia. Okanagan Valley<\/strong><\/a> boasts an impressive 172 wineries, and is the gold standard for BC wines. Okanagan wineries brought home both Best Red and Best White of the Year at the All Canadian Wine Championships in 2017. Okanagan Valley yields some of the most popular Canadian wines, and is the most-awarded wine country in Canada. Vintages like the Hatch’s Black Swift Long Road Syrah 2013 are so highly rated they could run for Prime Minister.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Speaking of accolades, Niagara-on-the-Lake<\/strong><\/a>, the birthplace of the Ontario wine industry, has some hefty titles under its belt. The 37 wineries in this region have taken high honours in many competitions, from the Ontario Wine Awards to international prizes. The Niagara Wine<\/a> Festival is a must-attend event, where regional wines and cuisine delight the palate, and concerts and parades entertain your other senses.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Nova Scotia is a dominant cold-climate grape region, perhaps best known for the unique and often full-bodied L\u2019Acadie blanc. The Annapolis Valley<\/strong><\/a> is prime growing ground, and other fertile spaces include Gaspereau Valley<\/strong>, Bear River Valley<\/strong>, and the Malagash Peninsula<\/strong>. The two-dozen-or-so wineries are making their names known, especially for their whites, which are full of bright and aromatic nuance that highlight the unique terroir.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Sure, you enjoy wine very much, but it takes more than a full-bodied vintage or a fresh, floral white to set your heart aflutter. If, like a newly opened bottle of red, you are better after a little aeration, these activity-laden regions will be a breath of fresh air.<\/p>\n Standout regions and wineries: <\/strong><\/p>\n With Vancouver in close proximity, Fraser Valley<\/strong> is an ideal Canadian wine region for those who also want to do some exploring. Pop over to the city or enjoy farm visits, fishing, paragliding, water sports, and farmers markets\u2014there are unending things to do in the area. There also happen to be some great wineries.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Just 350 km east of Fraser Valley is an agricultural area known as the Naramata Bench<\/strong><\/a>. Life is made to savour in this region, where the scenic Okanagan Lake, village charm, and network of farms, orchards, and vineyards invite you to explore everything on offer. Monashee Adventure Tours<\/strong> can show you the ropes. They even host winery walking tours, so you\u2019ll be sure to experience the tastes of the town.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n At Lake Erie North Shore<\/strong> and Pelee Island<\/strong><\/a>, bike trails and beaches are waiting to be explored, while summer festivals entertain during Ontario’s longest growing season. Warm up on an outdoor adventure, then cool down with a crisp white. Hike through Carolinian forests and explore Point Pelee National Park. The bounty of things to do in this sunny, beautiful region is ripe for the picking.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Pairing the finest vintages with the freshest views is your MO, and you understand that the impression on the eyes is just as important as on the palate. A truly good wine deserves an aesthetically divine backdrop, so put these places at the top of your must-see list.<\/p>\n Standout regions and wineries: <\/strong><\/p>\n Comprising one of the smallest regions in BC, the Gulf Islands<\/strong> are so charming and gorgeous, you won’t even need wine goggles to fall in love. Incidentally, you’ll encounter some wonderful vino while taking in the fetching setting.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The Eastern Townships<\/strong> in Quebec are emerging as late-season experts, and the surrounding lakes and valleys make this a scenic road trip region with benefits. Come for the views, stay for the wine. Either way, you\u2019ll love it here.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n With its southerly locale on the shores of Lake Ontario, the pretty Prince Edward County <\/strong>is a wine lover’s paradise with the views to match. Picturesque is an understatement in this neck of the woods, where charming villages dot the coastline of the country’s finest freshwater beaches.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n You like to kick back and enjoy the fruits of your labour (or someone else’s, for that matter), and you prefer to savour the end result than examine the ins and outs. You’re not one to mince words like tannin, briary, or vinous. Like ’em leggy? Sure! A toasty varietal, you say? Bring it on! From fruity to flinty, it\u2019s about drinking what you like, and enjoying the process.<\/p>\n Standout regions and wineries: <\/strong><\/p>\n Colder-climate grapes love Mont\u00e9r\u00e9gie<\/strong><\/a>, and Mont\u00e9r\u00e9gie loves visitors. Especially those who appreciate the brilliant offerings of the region. It\u2019s full of stars like Mont-Saint-Hilaire for its ancient forests, trails, and lake, and Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu with its hot air balloon festival and Chambly Canal walkways.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Merlot and chardonnay are top grapes in Similkameen Valley<\/strong>, and the 19 licensed wineries of the region produce world-class vintages with no aftertaste of attitude. Rugged mountain landscapes, organic farms, and friendly small towns make up the personality of this area, where there is much to take in, and peaceful scenery to soothe.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n With a handful of experimental wineries set against Georgian Bay <\/strong>and the Niagara Escarpment, <\/strong>this emerging region is the perfect place to stretch your legs and expand your knowledge. The VQA Wine Truck<\/strong> stops at events and festivals throughout Ontario, bringing regional wine in its wake. The wine comes to you<\/em>\u2014what could be better than that?<\/p>\n <\/p>\n When it comes to the perfect place to sip and swirl wine, these top Canadian wineries stand out. Each brings unique terroirs and is producing wines with distinctive character and alluring flavour. Pick between jam-packed adventure itineraries or relaxed tastings in peaceful surroundings. These exceptional regions across the country offer enough to satisfy every personal taste.<\/p>\n [expediafittybreaks-widget-author photourl=”https:\/\/www.expedia.ca\/travelblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/LilyR.jpg” name=”Lily Rogers”]Lily is a travel and lifestyle writer and editor. She aspires to never be too far away from her next adventure, whether it be exploring arid deserts or the mossy forests of her native Pacific Northwest. 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