Taste the 42nd Parallel.

We feature 18 unique Essex County Wineries, in the emerging Essex County Wine Region. Click on a winery for more information, and to explore featured pairings.

Aleksander Estate Winery

Family owned and operated, Aleksander only uses grapes grown in their own vineyard and region to create wines which are truly unique in character and craftsmanship.

Black Bear Farms Inc.

Fruits and berries, paired with family-farming expertise, each bottle of Black Bear wine has truly unique and fruit-forward characteristics.

Colio Estate Wines

The Colio Estate Wines story is one of patience, determination, and perseverance – qualities that remain today at the heart of our winemaking practices and spirit.

Cooper's Hawk Vineyard

Cooper's Hawk Vineyards is more than another winery. It's a stop-and-stay-for-a-while place; a place where you want to relax with family and friends. And return to.

Colchester Ridge Estate Winery

CREW is located in Essex County, Ontario, and is part of Ontario’s Lake Erie North Shore appellation. The vineyard boasts 12 acres of vines, consisting of vinifera varietals.

Dancing Swallows Vineyard

Essex county's newest and smallest winery, with a passion for creative winemaking. Open from late spring until early fall, and located under our largest maple tree, it’s an amazing place to discover and enjoy our wines.

Erie Shore Vineyard

Erie Shore Vineyard has been producing handcrafted, critically acclaimed and award-winning wines since their opening using wine grapes carefully grown at the 42nd N parallel on the banks of Lake Erie.

Mastronardi Estate Winery

Mastronardi is nestled in the heart of Essex County! Owners, Eadie and Tony Mastronardi, along with their winemaker are dedicated to growing exceptional grapes and producing high quality VQA wines.

Muscedere Vineyards

Muscedere Vineyards is a family owned and operated vineyard which hand-harvests only the best grapes from our vineyard to produce premium wines.

North 42 Degrees Estate Winery

Located on the 42nd parallel, this estate winery is nestled amidst Carolinian forests and caressed by Lake Erie breezes. 

Oxley Estate Winery

Oxley Estate Winery in the charming and historic hamlet of Oxley, opened in 2012, with wines made from our small first harvest in 2011. 

Paglione Estate Winery

Paglione Estate wines pay homage to the Italian winemaking traditions of the old country, enhanced by the unique terroir of Canada's southernmost region.

Pelee Island Winery

As Canada’s southernmost winery, Pelee Island is home to our Winery Pavilion and 700+ acres of vineyards - including a winery on the mainland - found in the heart of the quaint village of Kingsville.

Sanson Estate Winery

Centrally located & just a short drive from Windsor, Ontario & Detroit, Michigan. Stock up on Chardonnay, Autumn Harvest Vidal, and Baco Noir… perfect for gifts or the holiday table.

Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery

Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery, a family run business opened its doors November 1st 2006. Its addition had marked the 13th winery in a quickly growing viticulture region located on the North Shores of Lake Erie. 

Viewpointe Estate Winery

Sitting on the shores of Lake Erie, it boasts one of the great panoramic views along the County Road 50 route. Its expansive lawns, lakefront patio and spectacular tasting bar and event room views make it an ideal destination for any occasion.

Vivace Estate Winery

Vivace Estate Winery invites you to experience wine-tasting at its most enjoyable in an atmosphere of casual elegance. Choose from a wide range of new red, rose and white wines as well as a port-style and dessert wines.

Wagner Orchards Estate Winery

Wagner Orchards and Estate Winery began with the first planting of apple trees in 1986.  Beginning as a small "pick-your-own" farm, it has expanded to become a family agricultural destination. 

Latest Wine Pairings.

Erie Shore Vineyard Zweigelt 2020 Reserve with Salmon Appetizers

January 8, 2023

Dancing Swallows 2014/15/16 “Base 3” Baco Noir with the Red Wine Burger

November 27, 2022

Sanson Estate Winery Baco Noir Reserve with Beef Stuffed Yorkshire Pudding.

November 6, 2022
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