Prince Edward County Wine Route
Ontario's third-largest appellation for wine, with more than 40 wineries concentrated around Hillier, known for limestone-soil Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.
Prince Edward County is a VQA-designated wine appellation in Canada. Limestone soils and the cool climate moderated by the lakes are well suited to Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and sparkling wine. Over 40 wineries are mainly located along Highway 33 between Hillier and Wellington. Popular ones include Norman Hardie, Closson Chase, Huff Estates, Karlo Estates and The Grange. Tastings typically cost CAD 5–15 per flight. Be sure to hire a designated driver or join a tasting tour, and book ahead for summer and autumn weekends.
Opening hours
Most wineries approx. 11:00–17:00 (longer in summer)
Nearby sights
- Norman Hardie Winery
- Wellington & Wellington Beach
- Ameliasburgh Historical Museum
- North Beach Provincial Park
- Millennium Trail
- Sandbanks Provincial Park
- Bloomfield
- Picton