Is there a map of the wine trail?
Yes. There is a map online, and one that you can download as a PDF on the Map page.
What does a wine tasting cost?
Wine tasting fees vary from winery to winery, but are usually between $3-15 depending on the winery, type of wines being tasted, and any pairings added on. Ice wine tasting are typically extra.
Are reservations required for wine tasting?
Yes . . . and No. You may visit the wineries without reservations. However, some wineries require groups over 6-10 people call ahead to make reservations with our wineries so that they my have proper staffing available for your group. Please refer to our Visitor Guidelines and Tasting Tips for more helpful information.
Can I bring my own alcoholic beverage to the winery? Even if it is outside?
No. Alcoholic beverages need to be left inside your mode of transportation as per the law. Alcoholic beverages are not allowed on the winery grounds or inside of the winery.
Do you provide transportation?
No. This is a self guided wine trail. Please make your own arrangements for transportation and a designated driver to and from the wineries.
Where should I stay?
We highly recommend any Partner Business listed under the Dining, Attractions, & Lodging section on our website.
Do I need my ID for wine tasting?
Yes. You must be 21 years or older to participate in wine tasting. A valid photo ID with proof of age is required to participate in wine tasting. Please have your ID ready upon arrival at any of our wineries or events.
Where does the wine trail start and/or end?
This is a self-guided wine trail. You may start and end your wine tasting at any winery that you'd like. Most wineries can be found off of or along Rt. 18 or Rt. 104 spanning Niagara, Orleans and Monroe counties.
Are your wineries open when there is no event scheduled?
YES! Our wineries are open all year-round, so please stop by for a wine tasting even if no event is scheduled. Check our winery pages for each winery's hours of operation.
What is a “wine tasting”?
A "wine tasting" refers to a half-ounce pour of a particular kind of wine. The number of pours in a wine tasting is typically three different types of wine. However some wineries offer "flights" of wine, which would be a selection of about five types of wine for a complete wine tasting.