January 2025: ICEWINE DISCOVERY PASS
When: January 10-12, January 17-19 and January 24-26
WALK-INS WELCOME. RESERVATIONS ARE ONLY REQUIRED FOR FOR GROUPS OF 8 OR MORE.
Where: Sue-Ann Staff Estate Winery and other participating wineries
What: There’s nothing like winter in Niagara’s wine country, and the Icewine Discovery Pass is your ticket to explore it all. This January, embark on a self-directed tour, experiencing exclusive Icewine and culinary pairings at Niagara’s renowned wineries...INCLUDING us! Make sure to visit Sue-Ann Staff Estate Winery as part of your Discovery Pass itinerary. You’ll be delighted with our incredible wine and food pairing:
SHRED IT. SIP IT. SAVOUR IT.
Fusion cuisine is at its best! Flavourful shredded beef, prepared exclusively for us as a Cuban “Ropa Vieja”, will be the star of the show on a corn taco with lime crema and crumbled queso fresco. This Caribbean inspired dish paired with Sue-Ann’s stunning Vidal Icewine will seamlessly intertwine two worlds together. *Gluten-Free dish with a dairy-free substitute available
Featured Wine: 2017 Howard's Vidal Icewine
Featured Mocktail: Mojito Mocktail...a MockIto, if you will ;)
Tickets: $47.50 and up, https://niagarawinefestival.com/icewine-discovery-pass
WALK-INS WELCOME. RESERVATIONS ARE ONLY REQUIRED FOR FOR GROUPS OF 8 OR MORE.
February 2025: FOR THE LOVE OF WINE
When: February 8 & 9, February 15 & 16, and February 22 & 23
Where: Sue-Ann Staff Estate Winery and other participating wineries
What: Explore the wonderful world of wine at the Wineries of the Niagara Benchlands. Stay tuned for more information about this passport program taking place three weekends in February!
February 2025: SIP & SNOW WITH NATURE GIRL EXPEDITIONS
Join Nature Girl Expeditions for a magical day outside!
When: Sunday, February 22, 11 am to 2:30
Where: Sue-Ann Staff Estate Winery
What: Experience the magic of winter on a 6 km guided trek along the forest trails—snowshoeing if conditions allow—and take in breathtaking views, including a picturesque waterfall. Warm up with hot apple cider served trail-side before heading to the charming Sue-Ann Staff Winery. Unwind in the cozy Burrows Room with a flight of three wines, the perfect way to toast your day of snowy exploration.
No snow? No problem! We’ll hike the same beautiful trails instead of snowshoe.
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Distance: Approx 6 km Hike
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Level: 2-3 (novice with some hiking experience to intermediate)
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Fitness Level: Average to good. Able to hike for at least 6 km on uneven terrain and single track forest trails. Snowshoeing is a great workout so be prepared to get sweaty.
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Terrain: Some inclines and declines, uneven surfaces with rocks and roots, single track trails.
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What’s Included: Snowshoe rental, guided snowshoeing or hike on Bruce Trail, hot tea or apple cider on the trail, flight of wine, lots of fun and a great workout
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What to Bring: Small backpack Water/snacks Winter boots
- Dress in layers for the weather (hat, gloves, extra socks,hiking poles if you have them but not required)
Cost: $60 per person (includes taxes) 11- 2:30 pm
Limited to a max of 14 participants.
https://www.naturegirlexpeditions.com/service-page/sip-snow-winter-snowshoe-adventure-1
March 2025: SIP & SNOW WITH NATURE GIRL EXPEDITIONS
Join Nature Girl Expeditions for a magical day outside!
When: Sunday, March 2, 11 am to 2:30
Where: Sue-Ann Staff Estate Winery
What: Experience the magic of winter on a 6 km guided trek along the forest trails—snowshoeing if conditions allow—and take in breathtaking views, including a picturesque waterfall. Warm up with hot apple cider served trail-side before heading to the charming Sue-Ann Staff Winery. Unwind in the cozy Burrows Room with a flight of three wines, the perfect way to toast your day of snowy exploration.
No snow? No problem! We’ll hike the same beautiful trails instead of snowshoe.
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Distance: Approx 6 km Hike
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Level: 2-3 (novice with some hiking experience to intermediate)
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Fitness Level: Average to good. Able to hike for at least 6 km on uneven terrain and single track forest trails. Snowshoeing is a great workout so be prepared to get sweaty.
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Terrain: Some inclines and declines, uneven surfaces with rocks and roots, single track trails.
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What’s Included: Snowshoe rental, guided snowshoeing or hike on Bruce Trail, hot tea or apple cider on the trail, flight of wine, lots of fun and a great workout
-
What to Bring: Small backpack Water/snacks Winter boots
- Dress in layers for the weather (hat, gloves, extra socks,hiking poles if you have them but not required)
Cost: $60 per person (includes taxes) 11- 2:30 pm
Limited to a max of 14 participants.