Reif Estate Winery in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario

Reif Estate Winery

Reif Estate Winery opened in 1983 with a commitment to combine time-honoured tradition with modern technology. Wines produced at Reif are truly estate bottled. With 135 acres of vineyards, use only our own grapes to produce premium quality wines. A winery know internationally for its Icewines . There wines are aged in authentic oak casks in underground barrel cellars When a winery puts that much emphasis in the vineyard, it requires a great deal of skill and expertise. Klaus W. Reif, President of Reif Estate Winery has a degree in viticulture as well as oenology and is sincere in his belief that fine wines can only be made from excellent ingredients.

Directions
FROM TORONTO: Traveling South on the Q.E.W. take the Niagara-on-the-Lake exit and follow to the lights at York Rd. Turn right onto York Road. Next turn left onto Concession 6. Follow Concession 6 to Line 3. Turn right onto Line 3. Follow Line 3 down to the Niagara Parkway. Turn left onto the Niagara Parkway. Reif Estate Winery is located on the left hand side. FROM BUFFALO: Crossing at the Queenston-Lewiston is the most direct access from the I90. After traveling across the border the 405 extends immediately from the bridge. Follow the 405 to Stanley Ave. exit. Turn left from the Stanley Ave exit onto Portage Rd. Turn right at Three-Way Stop onto Service Road Follow to the Turn-About at Queenston Heights Exit from Turn-About heading toward Niagara-on-the-Lake. You will now be on the Niagara Parkway. Reif Estate Winery is located approximately 5 km down on the left hand side.

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15608 Niagara Parkway, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON, CA, LOS 1J0

Email: tours@reifwinery.com

Phone: 905-468-5878

Web: www.reifwinery.com

Fax: 905-468-5878

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Cabernet Franc Icewine

Reif Estates first Cabernet Franc Icewine. This wine has aromas of sweet candied fruit, while showing layers of raspberry and strawberry nuances. The palate follows through with the same ripe raspberry and strawberry flavours. An elegant finish with the perfect balance of acidity and sweetness, this wine is sure to please.

Gamay Rose

A beautiful rose coloured Gamay. The wine has strawberry aromas and a palate finish is dry with a crisp barbequed chicken or salmon, fresh fruit platters.

Late Harvest Gewürztraminer

Gewurztraminer, pronounced Ga-vertz-tra-mee-ner is known for its distinct aromatic profile. Our late harvest style offers rich aromas of lychee nut, peach and ginger which complement the round mouth feel and oily texture. The finish is simply delicious with a beautiful balance between sweetness and acidity.

Late Harvest Vidal VQA

Beautiful aromas of apple blossom, peach and floral notes. The palate is layered with ripe peach, honey and dried apricot. The acidity is fresh and lively which gives a nice, elegant finish. The finish is well balanced with a touch of sweetness. Try with pork tenderloin, some soft cheeses or some fresh summer salads.

Riesling

Riesling is a noble grape variety that is recognized as the most popular and versatile Vinifera. Reif Estate Riesling has green apple, pink grapefruit and lemon aromas. A long zesty lemon finish follows these lush fruity flavours. This wine will reach its maximum flavours in 5 years. LONG LIVE RIESLING!

Riesling Icewine

Riesling Icewines are very elegant and will definitely tantalize your senses. This smooth dessert wine displays aromas of petrol and raisin with dried apricot. Chocolate-Orange and petrol flavours dominate. The finish is long and sexy. This wine will definitely improve with age, up to 10 years.

Select Late Harvest Vidal

Reif Estate Winery was the first winery in Canada to create the Vidal Select Late Harvest back in 1987. It comes very close to an Icewine, but displays only half the sweetness. Our 2001 Vidal Select is full of peach, apricot and great acidity. The feel is fresh, crisp with a long elegant finish. Enjoy this wine on its own or with chocolate truffles, strawberry shortcake or with a chocolate-vanilla marble swirl-cake.

Vidal Icewine

Our 2002 vintage is definitely one of our best ever. This wine shows what is now the classical characteristics that make an Icewine great. Rich layered aromas of peach, apricot and honey with a palate showing flavours of ripe peach, dried apricots and figs. The acidity is truly this wines strength, crisp lively and showing incredible balance with the other components. This Icewine is the complete package, a total experience only offered by the finest Icewine in the world.

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