The Niagara Icewine Festival, Canada’s coolest wine festival, returns this January with three weekends to indulge in the region’s celebrated “liquid gold” dessert wine, famed for its intense flavors and unparalleled smoothness. The Niagara Grape and Wine Festival has a series of events, including festival-favourite Discovery Pass weekends January 12-14, 19-21 and 26-28, to help you to explore Icewine in all its myriad characters.
Discovery Passes
Explore the heart of Niagara wine country on an unforgettable self-guided journey. Visit up to 6 top wineries and enjoy unique tasting experiences you won’t find anywhere else. Whether you’re an Icewine lover or not, there’s something for everyone to enjoy, including vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Here’s what St. Catharines wineries participating in the Discovery Pass program are offering:
13th Street Winery
1776 Fourth Ave.
905.984.8463
Outdoors, Walk-Ins Welcome
Groups of 8+ Welcome with Reservation
Icewine Short
Rib Arancini
Braised short rib, Icewine caramelized onion, and black truffle arancini with a blue cheese aioli and shaved parmesan. Blue cheese aioli can be substituted with truffle aioli.
*Vegetarian Option
Featured Wine and Cocktail
2019 Riesling Icewine
Winter Spiced Pear and Riesling Icewine Cocktail
Featured Chef
Josh Berry from 13th Street Winery
Henry of Pelham
1469 Pelham Rd.
905.684.8423
Indoors, Reservation Required
Groups of 8+ Welcome with Reservation
Sweet N’
Savoury
Escape the cold winter air and join us in our historic ballroom by the fire. Sip on our 2018 Red Icewine paired with a roasted pear and parsnip soup with a deep-fried salami garnish.
*Vegetarian Option
Featured Wine and Cocktail
2018 Red Icewine
Kir Royale: 1oz of Cabernet Icewine to 3oz of Lazzara Bianco Secco
Culinary Partner
Short Hills Kitchen Restaurant
King’s Court Winery
2083 Seventh St. Louth
905.687.8965
Indoors, Reservations Required
Groups of 8+ Welcome with Reservation
Blueberry Cheesecake Bliss
New York-style cheesecake crafted in-house, topped with a luscious blueberry sauce infused with our very own Wild
Blueberry wine.
*Vegetarian
Featured Wine and Cocktail
2017 Vidal Icewine
Sparkling Blueberry Thrill: Icewine mixed with Wild Blueberry Wine, then we add bubbles!
Other Signature Events
Cool as Ice Gala
Saturday, January 13
Don’t miss out on this must-attend event, the Cool As Ice Gala, presented by Fallsview Casino Resort, taking place in the iconic Niagara Parks Power Station. Experience a delightful journey through a wide array of Niagara’s finest Icewines, perfectly paired with delectable culinary creations from the region’s top chefs.
Ice Bar at the Outlets
January 13-14
Set at the Outlet Collection at Niagara outdoor courtyard, the festival offers a unique and immersive experience for attendees. Guests have the opportunity to sample a diverse array of exceptional icewines, expertly crafted by local wineries, and indulge in culinary delights that complement the distinct flavours of this cherished Canadian specialty.
