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It’s what’s inside that counts We are 500 grape growers dedicated to the fine art of grape growing. As craftsmen we pride ourselves in ensuring that inside every single grape we grow is our passion and connection to the Ontario soil and climate. A passion that you’ll find inside Ontario’s finest wines TWENTY VALLEY DISCOVERY PASS

WELCOME TO WINTER IN WINE COUNTRY

RAISE A GLASS AND CELEBRATE THE SEASON! Join us as we celebrate the 23rd annual Niagara Icewine Festival! From east to west, the Niagara region is transformed into a wintry wonderland, ripe for the largest Icewine celebration in Canada. Enjoy the splendour of our flagship event, the Niagara Icewine Gala – an Authentically Canadian Evening. Or grab some friends and create your customized adventure along the wine route with the Discovery Pass program – including eight food and wine pairings at over 35 premium wineries throughout all three festival weekends. We know how to celebrate winter! Twenty Valley, Niagara-on-the-Lake, and Niagara Falls regions all take part in the festivities, with their own signature events throughout January. Visit us at niagarawinefestival.com – your source for all things Icewine. Niagara is ready to sparkle this January! We look forward to raising a glass together. Cheers,

Dorian Anderson Executive Director Niagara Grape & Wine Festival

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ICEWINE FESTIVITIES For three weeks in January, Niagara’s wineries are alive with special events, festivals and tastings.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 12 Discovery Pass 11AM–5PMT 5:30–10PM Twenty Valley Wine & Culinary Village $ 7–10PM Niagara Icewine Gala T An Authentically Canadian Evening 9:30PM–12AM Twenty Valley Dillon’s Speakeasy SATURDAY, JANUARY 13 Discovery Pass 11AM–5PMT 12–9PM Twenty Valley Wine & Culinary Village$ 6:30–9:30PM Twenty Valley Sparkling Dinner with Chef Susur Lee 7:30–9PM Twenty Valley Cowboy Junkies Free Outdoor Concert 9:30PM–12AM Twenty Valley Bench Brewing After Party SUNDAY, JANUARY 14 Discovery Pass 11AM–5PM T 10:30AM–12PM Twenty Valley Icewine Brunch with Chef Susur Lee 12–5PM Twenty Valley Wine & Culinary Village $ FRIDAY, JANUARY 19 Discovery Pass 11AM–5PM T 8–11PM Niagara-on-the-Lake (NOTL) Sparkle & Ice Gala SATURDAY, JANUARY 20 Discovery Pass 11AM–5PM T 11AM–5PM NOTL Icewine Village $ 9–11PM NOTL Icewine Cocktail Competition $ SUNDAY, JANUARY 21 Discovery Pass 11AM–5PM T 12–5PM NOTL Icewine Village $ FRIDAY, JANUARY 26 Discovery Pass 11AM–5PM T 7–10PM Niagara Falls Icewine Festival 7–10PM NOTL White on Ice Outdoor Dinner SATURDAY, JANUARY 27 Discovery Pass 11AM–5PMT 11AM–5PM NOTL Shop, Sip, Sample and Savour $ 2–5PM Niagara Falls Icewine Festival 7–10PM Niagara Falls Icewine Festival SUNDAY, JANUARY 28 Discovery Pass 11AM–5PMT 12–5PM NOTL Shop, Sip, Sample and Savour $ Tokens are specific to each regional event. T= Signature Event = Advance Tickets $ = Tokens Recommended

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EARLY REGULAR AN AUTHENTICALLY $180 $190 CANADIAN EVENING before Dec 15 after Dec 15 Fallsview Casino Resort, Niagara Falls JANUARY 12, 2018 7–10PM FORMAL ATTIRE ONLY In 1995 the first Niagara Icewine Festival gala took place, and 23 years later we are proud to present one of Ontario’s most luxurious wine and culinary events hosted by Niagara Casinos. Experience Canada’s largest VQA Icewine and table wine tasting from over 35 wineries. Icewine, Late Harvest, Sparkling wine and premium red and white wines will be showcased throughout the evening alongside Niagara Casinos’ top chefs as they create mouthwatering dishes that are as beautiful as they are delicious.

This year, enjoy culinary delights from sea to sea to sea. Guests will enjoy dishes inspired by each province and territory in Canada, surrounded by a landscape of colour and texture that represents our great nation. Masterfully crafted ice sculptures join inspired installations that transform the Grand Hall into a glamourous black tie affair.

This year the Authentically Canadian theme will carry through to the auction experience and the amazing treasures that are available for bidding. The evening’s entertainment by Sandy Vine and The Midnights and Piano Great Frank Krahn will keep you on the dance floor until the clock strikes 10pm!

Join us for this all-inclusive evening of elegance, fine wine, and the best in Niagara culinary; at the 23rd Niagara Icewine Gala.

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WINTER 2018 Hot Tickets

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Michael Kaeshammer WED 14 FEB Louie Anderson SAT 17 FEB

Peking Acrobats THURS 22 FEB

Great Lake Swimmers THURS 1 MAR

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NEW FOR 2018! LIMITED TIME $200 EVERYTHING until Dec 25 ICEWINE EXPERIENCE Celebrate winter in Niagara’s wine country with the Everything Icewine Experience! New for 2018, your experience includes one Niagara Icewine Gala ticket and one Discovery Pass. Luxury and leisure all in one amazing package!

Packages are available for purchase at niagarawinefestival.com

NEW FOR 2018! $100 plus HST THREE FESTIVAL DISCOVERY PASS JANUARY, JUNE, & SEPTEMBER, 2018

Delight your senses with a uniquely Niagara experience! Sip and savour VQA wines and seasonally inspired culinary pairings at over 35 premium wineries across Niagara. The All Festival Discovery Pass allows you to create your personalized adventure during each of our three festivals: Niagara Icewine Festival, Niagara Homegrown Wine Festival and Niagara Grape & Wine Festival. Experience Niagara’s bounty of wine and food all year long! Passes are available for purchase at niagarawinefestival.com

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WINERY ICEWINE EXPERIENCES $45 JANUARY 12–14, 19–21, plus HST 26–28, 2018 11AM–5PM Driver’s Discovery Pass – $35 (+HST) per pass

The Niagara Icewine Festival Discovery Pass is your key to three weekends of wine and culinary adventures at wineries across Niagara. Discovery Pass holders can enjoy eight experiences per pass and designated drivers can also indulge in the culinary offerings with a Driver’s Discovery Pass. Your Discovery Pass is valid all three weekends and you have over 35 winery experiences to choose from.

There is no finer way to experience the bounty of winter than travelling along the wine route, sipping and savouring the best in local Icewine, table wines and cuisine. Experiences are $10 each without a Discovery Pass, unless otherwise stated.

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#VintageMoments

An Unforgettable Experience at the Niagara Icewine Festival

Choose luxury accommodations, delectable dining and create amazing #VintageMoments during your stay. There’s no other time like Icewine time in Niagara-on-the-Lake.

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PARTICIPATING WINERIES NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE PAGE 13 TWENTY VALLEY PAGE 23 Colaneri Estate Winery 13th Street Winery Coyote’s Run Estate Winery Creekside Estate Winery The Hare Wine Co. Fielding Estate Winery Flat Rock Cellars Hinterbrook Estate Winery GreenLane Estate Winery Inniskillin Wines Hernder Estate Wines Jackson-Triggs Niagara Estate Winery Kacaba Vineyards & Winery Legends Estates Winery Konzelmann Estate Winery Magnotta Winery The Lakeview Wine Co. Malivoire Wine Company Marynissen Estates Winery Megalomaniac Niagara College Teaching Winery Redstone Winery Peller Estates Winery Ridgepoint Wines Pillitteri Estates Winery Stoney Ridge Estate Winery Pondview Estate Winery Tawse Winery Rancourt Winery Vieni Estates Ravine Vineyard Vineland Estates Winery Reif Estate Winery Riverview Cellars Estate Winery # Strewn Winery VintageMoments Trius Winery Wayne Gretzky Estates Winery & Distillery

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Colaneri Estate Winery 348 Concession 6 Road, Niagara-on-the-Lake 905–682–2100 | colaneriwines.com A Taste of Both Worlds Be amazed at how our Vidal Icewine complements a hearty stew of braised beef, sweet onions and root vegetables. The vegan friendly side, a pasta primavera adorned with vegetables, is caressed with a touch of sweetness by our Gewürztraminer Recioto. $10 without a Discovery Pass.

Coyote’s Run Winery 485 Concession 5 Road, Niagara-on-the-Lake 905-682-8310 | coyotesrunwinery.com It’s Our Party and We’ll Thai If We Want To! The Smokin’ Buddha food truck is coming to St. Davids and they are bringing the party! We have thoughtfully paired our 2016 Vidal Icewine with their famous Thai Cashew Chicken! This sweet and savoury match is sure to please! $10 without a Discovery Pass.

The Hare Wine Co. 769 Niagara Stone Road, Niagara-on-the-Lake 905–684–4994 | theharewineco.com A Pairing So Sweet, We Decided to Repeat! Join us at The Hare Wine Co. for an irresistible treat! Our 2015 Vidal Icewine is perfectly paired with a gooey sticky toffee pudding prepared by Ello Gov’na. $10 without a Discovery Pass.

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IN A WORLD THAT CLICKS AND SWIPES WE STILL PREFER TO EXPERIENCE

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Hinterbrook Estate Winery 1181 Lakeshore Road, Niagara-on-the-Lake 905–646–5133 | hinterbrook.com Snow White Spa Snow tremella mushroom slow cooked in jujube, lotus seed, goji berries, and logan soup. It is an ancient dessert soup that cleanses the body. Enjoy it with our award winning Riesling Icewine. IN A WORLD THAT CLICKS AND SWIPES You deserve a special treat! $10 without a Discovery Pass.

WE STILL PREFER TO Inniskillin Wines 1499 Line 3 & Niagara Parkway, Niagara-on-the-Lake 905–468–2187 | inniskillin.com Back By Popular Demand! EXPERIENCE A “Southern” Ontario delight. Our sparkling Vidal Icewine paired with southern fried chicken on a vanilla waffle topped with cocoa Icewine hot sauce. $10 without a Discovery Pass.

Jackson-Triggs Niagara Estate 2145 Niagara Stone Road, Niagara-on-the-Lake 905–468–4637 | jacksontriggs.com Praise the Braised! Enjoy our Cabernet Franc Icewine paired with Asian braised beef steam bun with daikon radish and toasted garlic hoisin. $10 without a Discovery Pass.

Konzelmann Estate Winery 1096 Lakeshore Road, Niagara-on-the-Lake 905–935–2866 ext.30 | konzelmann.ca Lake and Sea Seared Ahi Tuna perfectly complemented by a spirited sauce with hints of ginger, mustard and beer presented by Ruth’s Chris Niagara paired with our award-winning Vidal Icewine. $10 without a Discovery Pass.

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MASSIMO Falls Avenue Resort Presents CAPRA NIAGARA CULINARY EXPERIENCES JAMIE KENNEDY

A Farmhouse Christmas with Jamie Kennedy Friday, December 01, 2017

An Icewine Dinner with Jamie Kennedy Friday, January 19, 2018

A Culinary Tour Of Tuscany with Massimo Capra Friday, March 23, 2018

A Spring Fling In Niagara with Jamie Kennedy Friday, April 20, 2018

A Culinary Tour Of Veneto with Massimo Capra Friday, May 11, 2018

FOR MORE INFORMATION GO TO FALLSAVENUERESORT.COM/CULINARY OR CALL 905.357.3090 TO RESERVE YOUR SEAT

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MASSIMO Falls Avenue Resort Presents CAPRA The Lakeview Wine Co. NIAGARA 1067 Niagara Stone Road, Niagara-on-the-Lake 905–685–5673 | thelakeviewwineco.com CULINARY Cabernet Sauvignon and a Slice! Enjoy a slice of Prosciutto e Rucola pizza topped with tomato EXPERIENCES sauce, mozzarella, prosciutto, arugula and Parmigiano courtesy of JAMIE KENNEDY N’ata Cosa and perfectly paired with a flight of Lakeview Cabernet Sauvignons, including our unique 2015 Lakeview Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon Icewine. $10 without a Discovery Pass. A Farmhouse Christmas with Marynissen Estate Winery Jamie Kennedy 1208 Concession 1 Road, Niagara-on-the-Lake Friday, December 01, 2017 905–468–7270 | marynissen.com Beat the Blues with Slow Braised Beef & Bold Reds An Icewine Mole Rojo Beef slow, braised, tender beef in a rich, earthy, Dinner with aromatic red mole made from tomatoes, beef stock, cumin, Jamie Kennedy ancho chiles and chocolate. Perfectly paired with the deep plum and spice notes of our 2015 Heritage Collection Red a premium Friday, January 19, 2018 blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon or 2013 Cabernet Franc Icewine. $10 without a Discovery Pass. A Culinary Tour Of Tuscany with Massimo Capra Friday, March 23, 2018

A Spring Fling In Niagara with Jamie Kennedy SHOP ‘TIL Friday, April 20, 2018 THE LAST A Culinary Tour Of Veneto with DROP Massimo Capra Saks off 5th or Sauvignon Blanc? Friday, May 11, 2018 BOSS Outlet or Baco Noir? Pink Tartan or Pinot Gris? Whatever your taste, now Niagara has it all. FOR MORE INFORMATION GO TO FALLSAVENUERESORT.COM/CULINARY 300 TAYLOR RD, NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE OR CALL 905.357.3090 TO RESERVE YOUR SEAT (QEW & GLENDALE AVE.)

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Celebrate Icewine Festival weekends with Pillitteri

Trophy Winning Vidal Icewine

Our meatball slider is topped with caramelized onion, tomato jam, crisp prosciutto and goat cheese crumble. Paired with our “Special Canada Prize” Award Winning Vidal Icewine.

Complimentary Wine Tours Daily RESERVATIONS RECOMMENDED 12PM• 2PM • 3PM

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Niagara College Teaching Winery 135 Taylor Road, Niagara-on-the-Lake 905–641–2252 ext. 4070 | niagaracollegewine.ca S’more Icewine? Yes Please! Join us at Canada’s first commercial Teaching Winery to sip our Celebrate delicious Dean’s List Savant Icewine, made from five red varietals, Icewine Festival while you savour delectable S’more Fudge from our very own weekends with Benchmark Restaurant! $10 without a Discovery Pass. Pillitteri Peller Estates Winery and Restaurant 290 John Street East, Niagara-on-the Lake 905–468–4678 | peller.com Franc by the Fire Winery Chef and CityLine personality Jason Parsons will be serving up his famous Icewine Marshmallows for you to roast over an open fire. Take in our stunning vineyard views while enjoying your sweet treat and pair it with a glass of our award winning and world- Trophy Winning renowned Cabernet Franc Icewine. $10 without a Discovery Pass. Vidal Icewine Pillitteri Estates Winery 1696 Niagara Stone Road, Niagara-on-the-Lake 905–468–3147 | pillitteri.com Meatball Slider Enjoy a pork and veal meatball slider, topped with caramelized onion, tomato jam, crisp prosciutto and goat cheese crumble. This savoury slider is paired with our Vidal Icewine. The flavour combination will highlight the crisp acidity of the Icewine while complementing sweetness with savoury elements in the Slider. $10 without a Discovery Pass.

Pondview Estate Winery 925 Line 2 Road, Niagara-on-the-Lake 905–468–0777 | pondviewwinery.com Best of Show – Double Your Pleasure Our meatball slider is topped with caramelized onion, tomato Awaken your senses with our “Best of the Best, Savoury & Sweet” jam, crisp prosciutto and goat cheese crumble. Paired with our pairing combination. Blue Cheese stuffed meatball with Raspberry “Special Canada Prize” Award Winning Vidal Icewine. Balsamic Glaze, paired with our world class Vidal Icewine (Best Sweet Wine in North America–Decanter Asia Wine Awards). Salted Mexican Chocolate Ganache Tart paired with our “Best Sweet Wine Complimentary Wine Tours Daily in Show” Award winning Riesling Icewine (Decanter Asia Wine RESERVATIONS RECOMMENDED 12PM• 2PM • 3PM Awards). $10 without a Discovery Pass.

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Rancourt Winery 1829 Concession 4 Road, Niagara-on-the-Lake 905–468–2882 | rancourtwinery.com Spice and Ice Dare your taste buds to a sweet and savoury pairing featuring Harvest Barn’s delicious Wicked Chicken Thai Soup, which is perfectly paired with Rancourt’s Deliciously Unique 2013 Gewürztraminer Icewine VQA. $10 without a Discovery Pass.

Ravine Vineyard 1366 York Road, St. Davids 905–262–8463 | ravinevineyard.com Ravine Housemade Sausage Enjoy our housemade Ravine Pork Sausage topped with Lowrey Bros. Maple Mustard paired with our 2016 Reserve Riesling. $10 without a Discovery Pass.

Reif Estate Winery 15608 Niagara Parkway, Niagara-on-the-Lake 905–468–9463 | reifwinery.com Living the Sweet Reifstyle… Join us for our annual pig roast! Savour our signature Vidal Icewine produced from our oldest vineyard blocks paired with Spit Roasted Porketta with apple Icewine sauce. $10 without a Discovery Pass.

Riverview Cellars Estate Winery 15376 Niagara Parkway, Niagara-on-the-Lake 905–262–0636 ext.1 | riverviewcellars.com Chocolate Fountain Falls on Niagara Fondue fan? Enjoy our award-winning Cabernet Franc Icewine while savouring fresh fruit and homemade cinnamon-cranberry biscotti, both dipped in a fountain of Belgian chocolate. Discover the event thousands have raved about! $10 without a Discovery Pass.

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Strewn Winery 1339 Lakeshore Road, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON 905–468–1229 | strewnwinery.com Strewn Cabernet Sauvignon – Cabernet Franc Icewine with Deconstructed Black Forest Cake Back vintage library releases of Strewn’s red Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc Icewines. Luscious ripe berry notes on a sweet and well-balanced palate. Matched with deconstructed Black Forest Cake in a glass created by the pastry chef at OLiV Restaurant. $10 without a Discovery Pass.

Trius Winery and Restaurant 1249 Niagara Stone Road, Niagara-on-the-Lake 905–468–4678 | triuswines.com Savoury and Sweet Enjoy our outdoor ambiance while you cozy up fireside with Chef Dodd’s Spiced Piggy Pulled Pork and sweet Trius Vidal Icewine. Once you’ve had spicy, try the sweet! Walk next door to Wayne Gretzky’s for a sweet treat and some skating! $10 without a Discovery Pass.

Wayne Gretzky Estates Winery and Distillery 1219 Niagara Stone Road, Niagara-on-the-Lake 905–468–0099 | gretzkyestateswines.com Ice Ice Baby Now this is a great one! Indulge with a mouth watering Double Chocolate Icewine Cupcake paired with our delectable Cabernet Franc Icewine. After a skate on our outdoor ice rink, take a walk over to Trius for a more savoury treat! $10 without a Discovery Pass.

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WINE, WHISKY & WINTER @ GRETZKY’S Tastings - Tours - Skating

Niagara’s Only Winery & Distillery! Skate on our backyard rink, warm up with whisky- inspired food on the heated patio, and enjoy wine and whisky cocktails. Open daily. Skate rentals available.

THE GREAT CANADIAN WINTER FESTIVAL January 20, 2018

Find all the details at waynegretzkyestates.com 1219 Niagara Stone Road, Niagara-on-the-Lake 1.844.643.7799

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13th Street Winery 1776 Fourth Avenue, St. Catharines 905–984–8463 | 13thstreetwinery.com January 12, 13, 19, 20, 26 & 27 Not open Sundays Chef Alex’s Elk Cannelloni Savour delicious house-made elk cannelloni served with herbed ricotta, Devil’s Rock creamy blue cheese with a blue cheese demi glace paired with our 13 Below Zero Riesling. $10 without a Discovery Pass.

Creekside Estate Winery 2170 Fourth Avenue, Jordan 905–562–0035 | creeksidewine.com January 13, 14, 20, 21, 27 & 28 Not serving Fridays Sweet & Smokey Baby Brats Bringing you a classier version of the ultimate street meat experience in the heart of Niagara Wine Country. Join us for sweet sip of our ‘NEW’ 2015 Vidal Icewine and a house-smoked, Icewine injected baby bratwurst topped with your choice of Icewine sauerkraut or spicy mustard. $10 without a Discovery Pass.

Fielding Estate Winery 4020 Locust Lane, Beamsville 905–563–0668 | fieldingwines.com Wontons at the Wine Lodge Enjoy our 2016 Riesling Icewine paired with Crispy Wontons, prepared by Chef Jeremy Parsons; that are stuffed with chevre, double smoked bacon and braised onions served with a fig & balsamic drizzle! How can you resist? $10 without a Discovery Pass.

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Flat Rock Cellars 2727 Seventh Avenue, Jordan 905–562–8994 | flatrockcellars.com Artisanal Cheese Board with a TWIST! Taste your way across Canada! Enjoy a curated selection of artisanal cheeses from the countries most celebrated fromageries to pair alongside our infamous 2016 Twisted white blend. Wine and cheese, it’s a famous pairing for a reason! $10 without a Discovery Pass.

GreenLane Estate Winery 3751 King Street, Vineland 905–562–7207 | greenlanewinery.com Don’t be Late for a Very Important Date Join the crew at GreenLane Estate Winery as we celebrate the limited release of our 2015 Late Harvest Riesling. The First Late Harvest for GreenLane is sure to tickle your taste buds with notes of candied apricots and a hint of spice. Marry this with our house made Walnut Date Phyllo cups with blue cheese, and candied bacon, it will be sure to get you that second date! Vegetarian option always available upon request. $10 without a Discovery Pass.

Hernder Estate Wines 1607 Eighth Avenue Louth, St. Catharines 905–684–3300 | hernder.com The Sweetest Pairing Enjoy our award winning 2013 Cabernet Franc Icewine–a luscious mouth feel with flavours of cherry and an essence of candied fruit. Our addictive salted caramel chocolate brittle will be served alongside in a take away bag for you to savour throughout your wine country travels! $10 without a Discovery Pass.

Tasting Menu Five Course Dinner with Wine Pairings

Starting from $120 pp++ Throughout January

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Kacaba Vineyards & Winery 3550 King Street, Vineland 905–562–5625 | kacaba.com Macho Pork Taco & Fabulous Franc Icewine: Gastronomy’s Greatest Hits! Let’s set the record straight: Icewine is not just for dessert! Enjoy Kacaba’s Cabernet Franc Icewine matched with Chef Steve of Zooma Caters’ Macho Pork Taco with Berry-fruit Salsa and Cocoa-Chilli Drizzle. $10 without a Discovery Pass.

Legends Estates 4888 Ontario Street, Beamsville 905–563-6500 | legendsestates.com January 13, 14, 20, 21, 27 & 28 Not serving Fridays Scuttle Over for a CRAB-tivating Pairing! Warm up with our delicious Sweet Corn Crab Chowder paired with our World-Renowned Platinum Winning 2013 Chardonnay Reserve and Best-Selling 2012 Merlot Reserve—it’s Chowdah this world! $10 without a Discovery Pass.

Magnotta Winery 4701 Ontario Street, Beamsville 905–563–5313 | magnotta.com Spice & Ice Ring in the New Year with a glass of Magnotta Sparkling Ice – a first in the world of Icewine. Taste our 2015 vintage while you treat yourself to a warming bowl of spicy Thai soup – an unconventional pairing, but delicious one at that! $10 without a Discovery Pass. C reative

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Malivoire Wine Company 4260 King Street East, Beamsville 905–563–9253 | malivoire.com Icewine’s 2 Poles Malivoire wine wisdom meets the culinary genius of Treadwell’s Farm-to-Table. A glass of Gewürztraminer Icewine shows how finely this delicacy lifts flavours that are “poles apart”! Enjoy both the savouriness of Cumbrae Farms pork belly with apple and the sweetness of a honey-glazed gingerbread treat! $10 without a Discovery Pass.

Megalomaniac 3930 Cherry Avenue, Vineland 905–562–5155 | megalomaniacwine.com Icewine Sip and Savoury Two Bite Tart! Sip and Savour! Icewine and a honey infused drizzle over top of a two-bite goat cheese, apple and pecan tart. Paired beautifully with our 2014 Coldhearted Riesling Icewine! $10 without a Discovery Pass.

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Redstone Winery 4245 King Street, Beamsville 905–563–9463 | redstonewines.ca Sugar, Meet Spice. Back by popular demand; Chef Sider’s Venison and Dark Chocolate Chili! Savour a bowl of this soul-warming crowd-pleaser alongside our 2010 Cabernet Franc Icewine...a daring non-traditional pairing that is sure to delight the palate. $10 without a Discovery Pass.

Ridgepoint Wines 3900 Cherry Avenue, Vineland 905–562–8853 | ridgepointwines.com January 13, 14, 20, 21, 27 & 28 Not serving Fridays Frozen or Dried – You Decide You’ve had frozen, now come join us as we introduce you to an old Italian winemaking tradition of making sweet and savoury wines from naturally dried grapes. Our team will introduce you to our Riesling Appassimento, a sweet wine, paired with Butternut Squash Ravioli in a rich pancetta and cream sauce. We will also sample our 2011 Cabernet Merlot Ripasso alongside a chocolate truffle with caramelized sea salt.$10 without a Discovery Pass.

Stoney Ridge Estate Winery 3201 King Street, Vineland 905–562–1324 | stoneyridge.com January 13, 14, 20, 21, 27 & 28 Not serving Fridays Fondue Me Baby, Yeah! Join us for a stunning fondue made from a selection of our artisan cheeses from our Cheese Cellar at the winery. Melty-goodness paired with a limited re-release of our Tragically Hip Ahead by a Century Chardonnay. $10 without a Discovery Pass.

Tawse Winery 3955 Cherry Avenue, Vineland 905–562–9500 | tawsewinery.ca Butter Not Miss Tawse Winery Come out of the cold and visit us at Tawse Winery and sample the delicious marriage of our 2013 Chardonnay Icewine and Butternut Squash Soup, topped with sourdough croutons. This is truly a pairing you don’t want to miss. $10 without a Discovery Pass.

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Vieni Estates Winery 4553 Fly Road, Beamsville 905–563–6521 | vieni.ca Icy Sparkling – Savoury and Sweet Crisp pear, macerated in Vieni Vidal Icewine, topped and finished perfectly with crumbled Gorgonzola cheese and salty crispy bacon to tease and tempt all the senses. $10 without a Discovery Pass.

Vineland Estates Winery 3620 Moyer Road, Vineland 905–562–7088 ext. 65 | vineland.com A Balanced Diet Chocolate in one hand and Icewine in the other gives a balanced diet! Certainly tongue in cheek, but you will want your cheeks full of our dark chocolate paté creation paired with Cabernet Franc Icewine. The combination will warm your winter! $10 without a Discovery Pass.

CELEBRATE ICEWINE IN & AROUND NIAGARA PAGES 30–34 In addition to our Signature Events, we are joined by other regions throughout the area who host local Icewine celebrations. From vibrant outdoor street festivals to elegant tasting evenings, Niagara is truly a winter wonderland. Your guide to festivals and events in Jordan, Niagara-on-the-Lake and Niagara Falls begins here. We invite you to take part in everything Niagara has to offer this winter!

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JANUARY 12 - 14, 2018 Main Street | Jordan Village

for tickets and full event listings visit www.twentyvalley.ca 30 niagarawinefestival.com winter winefestICEWINE GALA program FREE ADMISSION FRIDAY - SUNDAY (excludes ticketed events) Friday, Janaury 12 5:30PM Opening Kick Off • Wine & Culinary Village Opens, Live Entertainment (Free Admission) 8:00PM Live Entertainment featuring Jonesy 9:30PM Dillon’s Speakeasy • Soul Jam ($20) Saturday, January 13 12:00PM Wine & Culinary Village Opens, Live Entertainment All Day (Free Admission) 12:30PM One Pot Challenge (Warming Tent) 2:00PM Jordan Village Fashion Show 3:30PM Barrel Rolling Challenge 4:30PM One-Pot Judging & Tasting ($ donation to Community Care of West Niagara) 6:30PM Sparkling Dinner with Susur Lee ($125) 7:30PM Cowboy Junkies (Free Concert) 9:30PM Bench Brewing After Party • Mel Monaco ($20) Sunday, January 14 10:30AM Icewine Brunch with Susur Lee ($80) 12:00PM Wine & Culinary Village Opens, Live Entertainment All Day (Free Admission) 2:00PM Jordan Village Fashion Show 4:00PM Icewine Puck Shoot Out Challenge

niagarawinefestival.com 31 2018 NIAGARA ICEWINE FESTIVAL The Original NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE Experience the first taste of winter at the Icewine Niagara-on-the-Lake Icewine Festival, beginning January 19, 2018. Festival featuring the BEST in music, Icewine and food. Sparkle and Ice Diamond Gala White on Ice Dinner Friday, January 19, 2018 • 8 to 11 pm • Tickets $95 (+ HST) Friday, January 26, 2018 • 7-10 pm • $100 per person (+HST) An evening of Sparkle & Ice is a Celebrate 23 years of Icewine celebration with Niagara-on-the-Lake Festivals at an amazing outdoor Icewinemakers and their VQA dinner on Queen Street in the wines paired with Icewine-inspired Heritage District. Enjoy the comfort tastings from the Signature Kitchen of a heated tent, delicious VQA wines Chefs in the beautiful setting of the and mouthwatering cuisine from the Grand Hall in the Courthouse. Live Signature Kitchen Chefs. This will be entertainment. Ends with a fireworks a night to remember with live musical display and icewine toast making this entertainment and dancing under the an evening to remember. Winter sky!

Niagara-on-the-Lake Icewine Village Shop, Sip, Sample and Savour January 20 2018: 11 am – 5 pm Saturday, January 27, 2018: 11 am to 5 pm January 21, 2018: Noon – 5 pm Sunday, January 28, 2018: Noon -5 pm

Free Admission (samples by purchase of tokens) Held outdoors on Queen Street in Niagara-on-the-Lake’s historic Queen Street the heart of the Heritage District, a transforms into a winter wonderland as the town chance to combine several favourite Niagara-on-the-Lake experiences all comes together to play their part in wine country’s at once! Wine, culinary and shopping. annual Icewine celebration. Established 23 years Step inside the diverse settings of ago in Niagara-on-the-Lake, the Festival delivers a the Landmark Shops in the Heritage warm winter setting for the 26 Wineries to pour District to indulge in some retail ther- liquid gold. The renowned Signature Kitchen Chefs apy. Outside the shops, enjoy Icewine will tempt your palate with Icewine inspired culi- and VQA table wines poured by the nary creations. Admire the sparkling ice sculptures wineries, beer and cider from the and when it’s time to warm up, pop into one of the local brewers all accompanied with Heritage District’s welcoming Landmark Shops. culinary samples from the Signature Kitchens of Niagara-on-the-Lake. Flash and Panache: Icewine Cocktail Competition Saturday, January 20, 2018 • 9 -11 pm The Icewine Village in the Heritage District takes on a whole new energy once the lights are dimmed from 9 to 11 pm on Saturday evening. Come out and experience the amazing Icewine cocktails created by the Signature Kitchen Chefs To purchase tickets and for a complete listing of Icewine-inspired of Niagara-on-the-Lake. And it’s a Niagara-on-the-Lake competition, so you winery and culinary events happening throughout January in know the bar will be high. An event not to be missed, music, interesting cocktails Niagara-on-the-Lake, call 905-468-1950 or and culinary accompaniments from the Signature Kitchen Chefs. visit www.originalicewinefestival.com 32 niagarawinefestival.com NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE DISCOVERY PASS The Original NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE Experience the first taste of winter at the Icewine Niagara-on-the-Lake Icewine Festival, beginning January 19, 2018. Festival featuring the BEST in music, Icewine and food. Sparkle and Ice Diamond Gala White on Ice Dinner Friday, January 19, 2018 • 8 to 11 pm • Tickets $95 (+ HST) Friday, January 26, 2018 • 7-10 pm • $100 per person (+HST) An evening of Sparkle & Ice is a Celebrate 23 years of Icewine celebration with Niagara-on-the-Lake Festivals at an amazing outdoor Icewinemakers and their VQA dinner on Queen Street in the wines paired with Icewine-inspired Heritage District. Enjoy the comfort tastings from the Signature Kitchen of a heated tent, delicious VQA wines Chefs in the beautiful setting of the and mouthwatering cuisine from the Grand Hall in the Courthouse. Live Signature Kitchen Chefs. This will be entertainment. Ends with a fireworks a night to remember with live musical display and icewine toast making this entertainment and dancing under the an evening to remember. Winter sky!

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