Top 8 Cities to Live in for Wine Aficionados

Canada is home to some of the richest and most robust agricultural regions, with each offering a unique flavour and tradition. Wine lovers will come to find there are many Canadian cities and towns filled with some of North America’s top wineries, from smaller communities to urban centers. Here are eight of the best places in Canada for wine aficionados.

Located in BC’s majestic Okanagan region,  the city of Kelowna is home to over 40 wineries including the famous Gray Monk, Mission Hill, and 50th Parallel Estate Wineries. With a thriving food scene – including some of the Okanagan’s top restaurants – breathtaking scenery, and delicious drink offerings, this small city is a wine-lovers paradise.298 Test Orchard Road, Oliver, BCOliver, BC

Considered Canada’s Wine Capital, this scenic Okanagan Valley town of just under 5,000 people has some of the best grape-growing conditions in Canada. The town is home to Canada’s first designated wine village, with 12 surrounding vineyards, along with an onsite brewery and restaurant.472 Gage St, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ONNiagara-on-the-Lake, ON

With a unique 19th century charm, the stunning town of Niagara-on-the-Lake is home to 50 wineries – such as the Inniskillin and Peller Estates Wineries – along delicious farm-to-table restaurants, charming heritage buildings, and scenic waterfront views.37 Bellavista Dr, Prince Edward County, ONPrince Edward County, ON

The island of Prince Edward County, situated on Lake Ontario, features stunning beaches spanning 800 km of shoreline. Known for one of Ontario’s richest food and drink scenes, Prince Edward County is home to more than 40 wineries, along with several cideries and breweries.972 Rue Des Berges, Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, QCMonteregie, QC

The scenic Monteregie region of Quebec is home to an abundance of microbreweries, cideries, vineyards, and gourmet restaurants, drawing in wine aficionados from all over Canada and the world. The town offers many options for food and drink tours where guests can sample the unique selection of reds, whites, sparkling, and ice wines.651 Ch. Miltimore, Bromont, QCEastern Townships, QC

Quebec’s Eastern Townships region features breathtaking mountains, serene lakes, and sprawling farmlands. With more than 30 vineyards in the region, the Townships are one of Canada’s finest wine-tasting destinations.6088 Genoa Bay Road, Duncan, BCCowichan, BC

With Canada’s only maritime Mediterranean climatic zone, Cowichan has been referred to as “Canada’s Provence”. The area has over a dozen wineries, along with sprawling farms and trendy breweries and distilleries. With a laid-back vibe, tranquil lakes, and a welcoming community, the Cowichan region is one of BC’s most enchanting.

Wolfville, NS

Located in the scenic Annapolis Valley – which boasts breathtaking mountains, sprawling farmlands, and some of the world’s highest tides – is the city of Wolfville. Approximately an hour outside of Halifax, Wolfville represents the abundance of Nova Scotia’s wine region with multiple renowned wineries, cideries, and breweries. 

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