Must-visit wineries near Toronto
Holland Marsh Wineries, Newmarket
Wine lovers often head southwest to the renowned Niagara Peninsula, where many of Ontario’s finest wines are produced. However, in addition to Niagara wineries, there are also incredible wine regions located north and east of the Greater Toronto Area, featuring notable wineries worth visiting.
From the pastoral countryside of Headwaters and the satellite communities in York and Durham Regions to the recreational lakes of Kawartha and the rolling hills of Northumberland, explore a diverse selection of inviting and down-to-earth wineries.
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Discover distinguished reds, whites and sparkling wine, as well as unique fruit wines and even meads.
Dufferin County
Adamo Estate Winery
Overlooking the 10-hectare vineyard, this winery features a stately production, tasting and retail facility. It’s the perfect complement to the whole resort experience at Hockley Valley Resort, a ski, golf, spa and culinary destination next door.
Mix and match sample flights of cool-climate varietals, such as Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, along with Riesling, Gamay Noir, Cabernet Franc and Vidal. Pair with a cheese tray or a charcuterie of meats, pickles and savoury nibbles from Paddock Cafe.
Approximately an hour’s drive north of Toronto, Adamo Estate Winery and Hockey Valley Resort make the perfect destination for a memorable weekend away.
Location: 793366 3rd Line EHS, Mono
York Region
Willow Springs Winery
Sample award-winning VQA wines in the tasting room or on the outdoor patio overlooking the vineyard nestled in the Oak Ridges Moraine in York Region.
Choose from a variety of French hybrid varietals, as well as highly decorated Icewines, to complement a menu of snacks or a light lunch.
Only one hour’s drive from Toronto or a two-hour GO bus ride from Union Station, Willow Springs Winery is a gorgeous day trip destination from the city.
Location: 5572 Bethesda Road, Whitchurch-Stouffville
Holland Marsh Wineries
Quality, handcrafted wines are produced at this boutique winery, utilizing a balance of Old World winemaking traditions and innovative, earth-friendly practices.
Book a guided tour and tasting experience or simply sample a tasting flight paired with an artisanal cheese or charcuterie board. Wood-fired oven pizzas are a great reason to visit on weekends.
About an hour’s drive from Toronto, Holland Marsh is surrounded by historic farming communities.
Location: 18270 Keele Street, Newmarket
Gallucci Winery
Not far north of Toronto, you’ll feel a world away from the city at Gallucci Winery in Stouffville. Soak in views of the sprawling vineyards and lush forest surrounding the villa-esque show and tasting room.
Sample deep reds, crisp white and quality Icewine. Book tastings, make dining reservations or experience a curated Italian picnic in the vines (dining and picnic available seasonally).
Gallucci Winery is just under an hour’s drive or two hours on a GO bus from Union Station.
Location: 13204 Ninth Line, Whitchurch-Stouffville
Magnotta Winery
Book a tour at Magnotta Winery’s Vaughan location to witness the behind-the-scenes at one of Canada’s largest producers of Icewine.
This fascinating and flavourful experience is less than a one-hour drive from Toronto by car or a 35-minute subway ride from Union Station, followed by a five-minute cab ride.
Location: 271 Chrislea Road, Woodbridge
Durham Region
Applewood Farm Winery
Located north of Port Perry and approximately one hour’s drive east of Toronto, Applewood Farm Winery has been perfecting award-winning fruit wines, ciders and meads for over 20 years.
Plan a leisurely visit to the picturesque winery for tastings and enjoy fun farm activities, such as wagon rides and fruit picking.
Location: 2055 Saintfield Road, Sunderland
Archibald’s Orchard & Estate Winery
Enjoy complimentary tastings and tour the apple orchards at this four-generation family farm. Archibald’s produces fruit wines such as spiced apple wine, maple wine and sweet peach wine.
Bowmanville is approximately an hour’s drive east of Toronto in Durham Region.
Location: 6275 Liberty Street North, Bowmanville
Ocala Winery
Ocala Winery is rooted in a deep history dating back to 1912, and today it delivers small batches of quality wines made from red and white grapes, apples, plums and other fruits grown on the farm.
Fruit is handpicked and prepared for the wine-making process, then hand-bottled and labelled on-site. Visitors can pick their own fruit during the fall harvest season, participate in seasonal events and enjoy wine tastings on weekends.
Whether it’s the century-old barn, the board and beam winery or the serene orchard and vineyard, Ocala offers the perfect setting to enjoy a break from everyday life.
Location: 971 High Point Road, Port Perry
Peterborough County
Rolling Grape Vineyard
Twenty minutes south of Peterborough and 90 minutes from Toronto, a scenic winery is located on a historic family farm overlooking the rolling hills of Bailieboro.
A variety of grapes are grown and harvested each season, including Frontenac Petite Pearl, Vidal and Marquette, the signature red. New experimental varieties are also being tested.
Visit for tours and tastings, book a seat for Sunday brunch, enjoy live music or simply take a blissful walk through the vineyard grounds with a freshly poured glass of wine.
Location: 260 County Road 2, Bailieboro
Kawartha Country Wines
Two hours northeast of Toronto, this family-owned wine shop has everything a country store should have, and then some.
Sample fruit wines and ciders crafted with care, including the sparkling strawberry rhubarb or the golden russet cider. Book a private tour experience which includes tastings.
Vintners Quality Alliance (VQA) is a regulatory and appellation system that guarantees the quality and authenticity of Canadian wines made in British Columbia and Ontario. It is similar to systems in France, Spain, Italy and Germany.
Add these vineyards near Toronto to your next road trip or getaway itinerary.
Last updated: July 13, 2026