Niagara-on-the-Lake regional appellation and first home to ON wine
Proximity to Lake Ontario is the largest influence in this diverse region, sandy loam with silt and clay. Sub-regions include Four Mile Creek, Niagara Lakeshore, Niagara River, and St. David’s Bench.
What to drink
- Classic: Trius Winery and Restaurant, Niagara-on-the-Lake
- Adventurous: Flat Rock Cellars, Jordan Station
- Exploratory: Tawse Winery, Vineland
Where to eat
- Classic: any of many winery restaurants, as the food game here is strong
Where to stay
- Classic: one of the B&Bs, inns, or cottages found through Niagara-on-the-Lake Bed & Breakfast Association (it’s a cottage here, not a cabin)
- Adventurous: Brockamour Manor, Niagara-on-the-Lake (possibly haunted)
- Exploratory: take a side trip to Niagara Falls because the Canadian side is the better side (sorry, US) and then find the Old Stone Inn