SPRING HAS ARRIVED IN NIAGARA!

COME AND SEE WHAT IS HAPPENING IN NIAGARA'S WINE COUNTRY

 

DON'T MISS THE "WINE COUNTRY RUN" IN JUNE,2010, SIGN UP NOW AND BOOK YOU STAY HERE  AT THE FAIRVIEW...

 

TEST YOUR LEGS AND TREAT YOUR TASTE BUDS WHILE PARTICIPATING IN TWENTY VALLEY'S 2nd ANNUAL WINE COUNTRY RUN JUNE 11-12, 2010

RUN, WALK OR STROLL AND EXPERIENCE WINE COUNTRY LIKE NEVER BEFORE

TASTE WINES ALONG THE WAY AND FINISH IN JORDAN FOR A STREET PARTY

FOR MORE INFORMATION OR REGISTRATION GO TO www.winecountryrun.com

WHAT'S NEW AT THE WINERIES?

MAKE SURE YOU SEE ALL OF THE WINERIES IN THE NIAGARA REGION. THERE ARE TWO DISTINCT REGIONS, NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE AND THE NIAGARA BENCH REGION IN WHICH THE FAIRVIEW IS SITUATED.

THE NIAGARA BENCH REGION IS HOME TO THE TWENTY VALLEY, JORDAN VILLAGE AND MANY BOUTIQUE AND UNIQUE OWNER-OPERATED WINERIES PRODUCING WINES WITH DISTINCTIVE AND SPECIAL ORIGINS AND QUALITIES. WHEN VISITING THESE WINERIES IT IS NOT UNUSUAL TO FIND YOURSELF CHATTING TO THE OWNER, SIPPING THEIR WINE AND LEARNING THEIR 'STORY' AND THE ORIGIN OF THE WINE! THESE EXPERIENCES ARE PRICELESS AND MAKE YOU FEEL PART OF THE STORY.

YOU CAN TOUR BY YOURSELF, WITH A LITTLE GUIDANCE FROM US IF NEEDED, OR JUST RAMBLE AND STUMBLE ACROSS THE HIDDEN GEMS SCATTERED THROUGHOUT THIS REGION.

ANOTHER WAY TO VISIT THE WINERIES AND LEARN THE ART OF WINEMAKING AND TASTING IS TO TAKE A TOUR WITH CRUSH ON NIAGARA WINE TOURS. YOU WILL BE SURE TO HAVE LOTS OF FUN WHILE ENJOYING AN INFORMATIVE VISIT OF AT LEAST 4 WINERIES. VISIT OUR WINE PACKAGES PAGE FOR MORE INFORMATION, OR VISIT www.crushtours.com 

NEW AND OUT OF THE WAY WINERIES NOT TO BE MISSED:

THE FOREIGN AFFAIR WINERY

THIS CHARMING AND SPECTACULAR 'TUSCAN' STYLE WINERY IS OWNED AND OPERATED BY LEN & MARISA CRISPINO AND LEN'S BROTHER-IN-LAW LOUIS. TOGETHER THEY HAVE CREATED A VERY SPECIAL GATHERING PLACE WHICH IS TASTEFULLY MODERN WITH A SPRINKLING OF ITALY. AS YOU INDULGENTLY SIP THE BOLD, FULL BODIED 'AMARONE STYLE' REDS, THE FLAVOURS LINGER LONG AFTER THE WINE IS SIPPED. THIS 'AMARONE' STYLE OF WINE MAKING INTRODUCED BY THE FOREIGN AFFAIR WINERY HAS GIVEN NEW LIFE TO RED WINE IN CANADA...AND NO SURPRISE, THEIR WHITE WINES ARE EXCEPTIONAL TOO!

VISIT THEIR WEBSITE ABOVE FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE OWNERS AND THEIR STORY. BETTER STILL, GO AND VISIT AND SAMPLE THEIR WINES. THE FOREIGN AFFAIR WINERY IS JUST MINUTES AWAY FROM THE FAIRVIEW.

THE FOREIGN AFFAIR ROMANTIC PICNIC LUNCH

ENJOY A PICNIC LUNCH AT THE FOREIGN AFFAIR WINERY - THE FAIRVIEW WILL PREPARE AND PACK  A GOURMET LUNCHEON PICNIC BASKET FOR www.thefairview.caTWO PEOPLE TO BE EATEN AT THE WINERY  IN A ROMANTIC AND PRIVATE BARREL ROOM SET FOR TWO AND RESERVED ESPECIALLY FOR YOU. RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED AS AVAILABILITY IS LIMITED.

PLANNING A SPECIAL EVENT? CONSIDER THE SPACIOUS ROOMS AT THE FOREIGN AFFAIR WINERY AND SPEAK WITH LEN & MARISA CRISPINO.

 

13th STREET WINERY

Close neighbours of The Fairview, 13th Street Winery is unique blend of art and fine wine. The Winery and its glorious grounds should be savoured while sampling some of their wines and nibbling on some tasty treats served at the Winery. Go to  www.13thstreetwinery.com for more information about Doug and Karen Whitty, owners of the Winery and of nearby Whitty Farms which sells farm fresh fruit, veggies and baked goods www.whittyfarms.com

 

JOHN HOWARD CELLARS OF DISTINCTION 

John Howard  opened the doors of his Winery JOHN HOWARD CELLARS OF DISTINCTION to showcase his Megalomaniac Wines for tasting weekends between  11:00am - 5:00pm. See this website for complete and up to date information www.megalomaniacwine.com. Don't miss this unique opportunity and be sure to try some of his excellent wines.

 

 

DINING CLOSE TO THE FAIRVIEW

THE BLEU TURTLE

OUR 'IN HOUSE' CHEF ROB BERRY OWNS A FUNKY GOURMET BREAKFAST BRUNCH BISTRO JUST MINUTES FROM THE FAIRVIEW. FEATURING FARM FRESH INGREDIENTS SERVED WITH A TWIST, THE RESULT IS A SIMPLE BUT 5 STAR BREAKFAST. SUBSTITUTE A BREAKFAST AT THE FAIRVIEW WITH A BREAKFAST AT THE BLEU TURTLE FOR A CHANGE UP. YOU WON'T BE DISAPPOINTED!

GOOD EARTH COOKING FOOD AND WINE CO.

FEATHERSTONE WINERY 

 Enjoy a casual, rustic winecountry lunch on the patio with stunning views delicious wines at Your www.featherstonewinery.ca/brunch

 ROCKWAY GLEN GOLF COURSE & ESTATE WINERY

Sample a Wine and Dine Special at our neighbour's fine dining restaurant, "WINDOWS ON ROCKWAY" for only $39! which includes a three course meal and a glass of wine...fabulous value right on your doorstep, perfect for an evening stroll!

Combine the dining option with 18 holes of golf and cart for only $97.50. Terrific Value!

Call us or Visit www.rockwayglen.com for more information.

 THE COACH HOUSE & CHEESE SHOPPE AT HENRY OF PELHAM WINERY is located just minutes away from The Fairview at the neighbouring winery. Enjoy delicious fresh and creative food prepared by Chef Erik Peacock who also owns a favourite restaurant, Wellington Court, in downtown St. Catharines. The Coach House at Henry of Pelham Winery is a charming venue and is open daily from May to October 11.30 to 5.00pm. Make sure you don't miss this leisurely dining experience amongst the vineyards. For more information go to www.henryofpelham.com

 WELLINGTON COURT RESTAURANT

Conveniently located in downtown St. Catharines, just a short drive from The Fairview, Wellington Court Restaurant offers a fine bistro experience featuring "a menu focused on local ingredients infused with international flavourings". Chef Erik Peacock is well known by the winemakers and winery owners in the region as well as by local food producers, all integral to his cooking. In Wellington Court, Erik Peacock has created one of the regions fine dining hot spots. For more information about Wellington Court Restaurant go to www.wellington-court.com

ABOUT THYME BISTRO

Located in Vineland, only minutes from The Fairview, Ryan combines local ingredients with his creativity and skills to produce meals 'par excellence'. Combine them with his hand selected wines followed by a sumptuous dessert and you have all the elements of a wonderful evening, or even lunch! See www.aboutthymebistro.ca for econmical specials and menus.

TREADWELL'S

For a fresh new gastonomique experience, try the "Gordon Ramseyesque" Chef's kitchen dining option at Treadwell farm to table Restaurant located on the waterfront in Port Dalhousie. Up to 8 courses, including wine pairings, served personally in the restaurant kitchen by Chef Stephen Treadwell and sommelier James Treadwell, at $175 per person, this will undoubtedly be a delicious and very entertaining evening!!

 Available for as few as 2 and up to 8 people. Call us and we will ensure a place for you at Chef Treadwell's kitchen table! Visit www.treadwellcuisine.com for more information about happenings at the restaurant, particularly the late night SNOB Wine Bar & Plates.

TOI RESTAURANT

A NEW TAPAS STYLE RESTAURANT IN DOWNTOWN ST. CATHARINES RECEIVING RAVE REVIEWS. CHECK OUT THE  YUMMY MENUS ONLINE AT www.toirestaurant.com.

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