Entertaining
7 Canadian Wines To Bring To Your Next Dinner Party
Entertaining
7 Canadian Wines To Bring To Your Next Dinner Party
Get a taste of Canada's best vino from coast to coast.
With vastly different terroirs, environmental factors, and wine-making techniques, it's almost impossible to place Canadian-made wines into a single category. That said, we're creating our own: 'Homegrown Yum!'
The next time you're hosting a dinner party or need a thoughtful gift to bring along with you, try one of these delicious picks.
Benjamin Bridge Vineyards: 2018 Brut Reserve
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Location: Gaspereau Valley, Nova Scotia
Nestled in Nova Scotia’s Gaspreau Valley, Benjamin Bridge is one of Canada’s most celebrated sparkling wine houses. Maritime temperatures, breezes, and local terroir create an ideal combination for a longer growing season—perfect for grapes to reach full maturity for complex sparkling wines.
Our pick: 2018 Brut Reserve
The 2018 Brut Reserve is a combination of the best parcels of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. It has notes of toasted brioche, lemon rind, and freshly squeezed lime.
CedarCreek Estate Winery: 2023 Naramata Ranch Pinot Noir
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Location: Kelowna, B.C.
Perched along a steep hill overlooking Lake Okanagan, CedarCreek is home to a rich collection of estate and platinum wines. The cool climate of the Northern part of the valley gives their grapes time to enrich in flavour and develop bold notes.
Our pick: 2023 Naramata Ranch Pinot Noir (Platinum Collection)
A silver winner from the National Wine Awards of Canada, this Pinot Noir is harvested from a single block that’s almost level with the lake. The wine is fermented with whole bunches, giving it a balanced intensity. Savour herbal, raspberry, and softly spiced notes.
The Hare Wine Co.: 2020 Gold Noble
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Location: Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ont.
In the heart of Niagara’s wine country, The Hare Wine Co.’s 11-acre farm is located in a region known for its many creeks that provide ideal natural draining for grape growing. This small-batch, family-owned winery has produced premium VQA wines for over 120 years.
Our pick: 2020 Gold Noble
With Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes produced during a deliciously intense growing season, the 2020 Gold Noble was inspired by full-bodied Bordeaux flavours. The deep, ruby wine features aromas of blackberry, blueberry compote and liquorice, complemented by dark chocolate and cedar.
Tantalus: 2024 Riesling
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Location: Kelowna, B.C.
With vines dating back to 1927, Tantalus is one of the oldest continuously producing vineyards in B.C. The winery embraces its terroir and natural environment, intertwining for-the-land growing and production tactics that reflect in their ability to bounce back after difficult climate events.
Our pick: 2024 Riesling
After experiencing a devastating crop loss in 2024, Tantalus partnered with two Ontario growers to blend this extraordinary Riesling. The wine features aromas of lemon, white peach, and wildflowers, with a juicy palate.
Mission Hill Family Estate Winery: 2022 Perpetua
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Location: West Kelowna, B.C.
One of the most iconic wineries in B.C.’s Okanagan region—in terms of wine and architecture—Mission Hill is a six-time recipient of Winery of the Year. The winery uses sustainable and regenerative farming to develop world-class sips.
Our pick: 2022 Perpetua
A platinum winner at the 2025 WineAlign National Wine Awards, this citrus-forward Chardonnay was harvested from four different blocks at Mission Hill’s Osoyoos vineyard. Stone fruit and citrus are softly blended with a gentle oak note, creating a tasty and harmonious blend.
The Grange: 2024 Estate Series Rosé
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Location: Prince Edward County, Ont.
For over 20 years, The Grange has been a staple in Prince Edward County. The winery is known for its Burgundian varieties, as well as their coveted Farmer’s Series which blends the fruits of various growers across Ontario.
Our Pick: 2024 Estate Series Rosé
This juicy rosé is a clean, zesty dream. With fresh and juicy aromas of watermelon, pink grapefruit, and summer berries, this is the perfect sip for a relaxed gathering.
Lightfoot & Wolfville Winery: Bubbly Rosé NV
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Location: Wolfville, N.S.
Owned by sommelier Jocelyn and Michael Lightfoot—a 7th-generation Annapolis Valley farmer—Lightfoot & Wolfville is an organic- and biodynamic-certified winery in Nova Scotia. Their practices are rooted in minimal intervention to produce distinct wines that represent the region.
Our pick: Bubbly Rosé NV
With a signature freshness and flora aromatics, Lightfoot & Wolfville’s bubbly rosé is distinctive and delicate. This wine blends multiple vintages for a delicious sparkling bevv.
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