Please note that Jabulani Vineyards has been sold, and will change hands at the beginning of May,…read morewhen a new vintner will take over operations. I've wanted to go there for years, but never made it. What a shame I didn't go! It's a lovely place - big and inviting, with a lovely outdoor seating area (not today though, with the damp rain and cold). They have an inside area available for wine tastings for weddings. However, there were no tastings planned today, and now that they're closing, likely never again. No bottles are open now that they're closing. To celebrate their closing, Jabulani is offering what is left of their various wines at a discount. This is what enticed us today. I look forward to enjoying the wines we chose, and we wish the owners good luck in their retirement from Jabulani. Also good luck to the new owners, when they take over.

Such a nice place! The vineyard is about half an hour drive from Ottawa. It is owned by a man from…read moreSouth Africa and his wife. They are so nice! Upon arriving, they will give you a menu of their wines. You can select six to try for free. If you want food, you have to buy a bottle (they said it has to do with laws regarding serving food since they are not a restaurant). My favorites were the Frontenac Blanc, the MCM (a red wine on the lighter and fruitier side), and the Rose. This would be a great place to hold an event such as a wedding, but you would need to reserve a year ahead of time. They said they are already booked up for all of 2018!

Wine selection is amazing. The gentleman who helped me was very knowledgeable and professional…read more Ordered Pinot Grigio and a Merlot and both were a huge hit with friends and family. Absolutely would go again! Thanks Corks Winery for a wonderful experience and delicious wine.

I live in Kanata and highly recommend this place for wine…read more They have such a variety it should appeal to almost anyones tastes. For example here are my experiences: 1) I regularily purchase boxs of their table wine. It is so much easier then bottling and the box can sit on the kitchen counter for up to 6 weeks. The taste of their table wine is better then I have had from a number of Italian winery shops across the city. 2) I have purchased a batch of their 9 month wine that sat in oak casks. As good as expensive LCBO wine at less than half the price. 3) we used their wine for my daughters wedding. It was very very acceptable and much less costly. Just paid corking fees to the venue. Also was able to provide as giveaways at the wedding a 375ml bottle with special labels to remember the occaision. A unique idea for us. My point is give them a try and go in with what you really want from a wine shop and likely they will satisfy your needs.

The Wine Garden is truly a joy in the making of wine for home. Matt and Kevin are wonderful hosts…read moreto the entire experience, with gatherings that walk new members through the entire process and wines that range from third press "world blend" (cheapest but delicious bistro style wines) to first-rate quality grape wines from the Maipo valley in Chile, that can easily compete with great wines from the liquor store. Our favorites: Malbec, Carmenere, Cabernet. Highly recommended!

The customer service at the Wine Station on Bank Street is the best I have ever seen. I highly…read morerecommend working here as your first job to get the best customer service training, and I'll go so far as to say great work experience, you know, get a good start to life. Made three different wines here: A fabulous Sparkling Apricot & Peach, a delicious Blood Orange Island Mist Sangria, and a Limited Edition White. All of them were right on point. 2 of these choices were based on talking with Jason and telling him what we are looking for, and he hit the profile bang on. The place is super cute, clean, and organized. Jason, the owner, and his staff are top-notch in knowledge, serviceability, and connection. Thanks Guys, we will surely see you again!!

This place is incredible! Delicious high quality product and the most helpful friendly staff you…read morecould ask for. A family business that feels warm but professional at every stage. I bottled on my own and was offered help in every stage as well. I was making wine elsewhere and recently realised that I was just not finding the quality good enough to serve to friends. I made the pink Pinot and was super impressed but THEN made the Prosecco type in only a few weeks and last night my guests drank TEN bottles!! it was such a hit. Delicious and reasonable. I had one guest who will be making it for her wedding! I had LCBO wine beside it and they went for the Wine station Prosecco (Champagnade) every time. Plus popping those corks made it feel special! Thanks for suggesting it and rushing it for me Jason!! A Happy customer....Tina.

Beautiful venue outside of Maberly. The winery and restaurant are a family owned business…read more Restaurant upstairs and wine tasting room on the ground level. It was quite busy at lunch on a Friday. The food was very good and the service was fantastic. A delightful "find" in a very unexpected location. Not too many upscale dining establishments around. Definitely worth a visit!

A 5 star venue with 3 star food. We'd heard good things…read moreand read high reviews on other sites about River House so we were excited to try it. The facility is gorgeous! Pretty gardens and walking paths make it a very nice location for a meal or special occasion. Games provided should you stop by the tasting room to have a drink and relax. Dinner is served by reservation only Friday-Sunday. We arrived a bit early but were seated right away. Our server Matt was attentive and took care to make sure we got what we needed. They are a wedding venue and the menu is limited to 4 main course selections (chicken, beef, salmon or vegetarian). We had some appetizers, the chicken, salmon and short ribs. All were cooked nicely and the portions were large. We all wanted more seasoning, the food was bland and unimaginative despite the menu descriptions that suggested otherwise. We went expecting a fine dining experience and the flavors simply weren't there. I'd be remiss not to mention the wine. The Pinot Noir was young but decent for an east coast red. They offer a decent selection of red and white wines and also serve wine slushes that seemed to be quite popular. All in all it was a pleasant experience.

Buyers and Cellars is a welcome, fresh face in the Centretown neighbourhood. Their sommeliers are…read moreincredibly knowledgeable, care deeply and work really hard (without breaking a sweat) to bring classy service. Since the Buzz disappeared mid-pandemic, there has been a wine bar sized hole in the heart of Centretown. My first introduction to Buyers and Cellars was a birthday celebration where my friend treated me to a tasting. It was every bit as girly and glamorous as you imagine. We were all dressed up and sampled 5 wines - 1 oz each and "travelled" from the Alps of Switzerland and Italy to Chile. My friend and I chatted happily in between tastings while the sommelier regaled us with stories of each winery, how long they had been in business, and how many of the wines they sell can only be found here. Imagine! These rich tasting wines not available anywhere else in the country. The wine from the Alps , for example, is only made in very small batches. I bought a bottle and I was hooked. I have since gone back twice - once when I was in a pinch and couldn't get to the LCBO or it was close to closing - and this evening. The second time I came away with two bottles and a free glass of wine. Tonight, I stopped in to pick up a nice bottle of wine for dinner on Friday, and asked if it wasn't too busy if I could sit and have a drink. The sommelier happily obliged and poured me three 1oz glasses, each of a rossa, carmeniere and a Croatian red wine. The Croatian, called Dika, was my favourite, so I bought two bottles ($60). The bartender comped my tasting, and I was happily on my way... but I'll be back!

Great place to explore rare varietals. Comfortable atmosphere to study wines. They carry phenomenal…read morewines from less popular regionsI picked up Jordanian Barbera and Mencia from Spain. Def coming back on my next visit to Ottawa. :)

So nice people, dedicated to their expertise…read more.. I always have pleasure testing a new wine with them and always find something interesting to buy. Exceptional store and people... Happy New Year, Hubert des Courtis

This place opened in December. They have a wide selection of bottled wines at great prices, juices…read moreto make your own wine, and a tasting bar where you can sample up to four wines per visit. They also have home brewing equipment, as well as their Festa Brew pasteurized wort, if you prefer beer making. :) The staff are extremely friendly and helpful.

This is the best wine-on-premise I have been to in the east end. Jason is very friendly and…read moreknowledgeable, and I have had nothing but top rated wine and service from him. The wine-on-premise is very clean and has state of the art equipment. Five Stars !!!

From the owner: Orleans Winery is a ferment-on-premise (wine making) with staff that has been serving the Orleans…read morearea since 1997. Make your own wine at a fraction of the cost.

Food is great, atmosphere is second to none. How can you beat the view plus the chickens and their…read moredog. A gentle giant that roams the property never annoying guests. The service is Michelin star worthy. We have been many times and plan to go again soon

We just moved to beautiful Westport and my husband booked a reservation at Sheuermann Vineyard &…read moreWinery for the first Saturday after our move. What an absolute treat! The setting is beautiful, dining outdoors, wonderful service, great wine and delicious food! I had the shrimp, which were perfection, but so we're the vegetables! The most delicious and huge broccoli I may have ever had and the sweetest honey carrots! Everything was cooked to perfection and the wine was so good, we bought a bottle to take home! We're close enough that we walked there and home, and can't wait to bring guests!