A Winter Experience Worth the Chill

Winter in Niagara Falls isn’t just about snow-dusted views and cozy getaways - it’s also Icewine season. Each year, when temperatures dip just right, Niagara’s vineyards come alive with one of the region’s most extraordinary (and delicious) traditions. From moonlit harvests to golden, honeyed sips, Icewine is a true winter wonder, and one more reason to plan a visit to Niagara Falls during the colder months.

Whether you’re a wine lover, a foodie, or simply looking for a unique winter experience, Icewine season offers something you can’t experience anywhere else quite like Niagara.

What is Icewine?

Icewine is a rare and luxurious dessert wine made from grapes that are naturally frozen on the vine. Unlike traditional wines, these grapes are left hanging well into winter and harvested only when temperatures reach -8°C (17°F) or colder. The water in the grapes freezes, allowing winemakers to press out a small amount of highly concentrated, intensely flavoured juice. This is what makes Icewine so rare and special.

This creates a beautifully balanced wine that’s lusciously sweet yet bright and refreshing, with notes that often include tropical fruit, honey, citrus, and stone fruit. Canadian Icewine is known around the world, winning international competitions, and is typically made from Vidal, Riesling, and Cabernet Franc grape varieties.

Where to Taste Icewine in Niagara

Konzelmann Winery

Peller Estates Winery

Magnotta Winery

Thirty Bench Winemakers

Two Sisters Vineyards

Ravine Vineyard

Monastery Cellars

Bella Terra Vineyards

Wayne Gretzky Estates

Lundy Manor Wine Cellar

Chateau des Charmes

Reif Estate Winery

Trius Winery

Riverview Cellars

Frozen Falls Icewine Bar

January 24 & 25 - 11:30am to 4:00 pm: A limited‑time experience at Table Rock Bistro & Wine Bar, set against the breathtaking icy backdrop of the Horseshoe Falls.

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Icewine & Culinary Delights

Guests can enjoy a curated pairing of Niagara’s finest VQA Icewine, comforting seasonal dishes, and striking ice artistry, all within a cozy winter‑inspired setting at the brink of the Falls.

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Fun Facts about Canadian Icewine

• It’s harvested in the dead of winter: Icewine grapes are often picked in the middle of the night or early morning when temperatures are coldest - sometimes by headlamp under the stars.
• One grape, one drop: It takes a lot more grapes to make a single bottle of Icewine compared to regular wine.
• Niagara is world-renowned: Thanks to its consistent cold winters and long growing season, Niagara is one of the top Icewine-producing regions in the world.
• Nature decides the schedule: Icewine harvests can’t be planned far in advance - winemakers wait patiently for the perfect freeze.
• It pairs beautifully: Icewine is delicious on its own (taste it slowly to appreciate all the complex flavours), but also pairs wonderfully with blue cheese, foie gras, fruit-based desserts, or spicy cuisine.

Plan Your Icewine Getaway

Icewine season is fleeting, and no two winters or harvests are ever the same. That’s what makes it so special. Whether you’re visiting for a weekend escape or a longer winter adventure, experiencing Icewine in Niagara is a delicious reminder that some of the best moments happen when you embrace the cold.

Bundle up, raise a glass, and discover why winter in Niagara Falls tastes so sweet.