Reif Estate Winery

Reif produces wines from its vineyard first planted in 1977. The winery boasts one of the most sophisticated, educational tasting room experiences in Niagara, complete with themed flights, blind tastings, food pairings and a sensory wine garden.

15608 Niagara River Parkway, Niagara-on-the-Lake • (905) 468-9463
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Meet REIF ESTATE WINERY

One of Niagara-on-the-Lake’s founding family wineries, founded in 1982 by Ewald Reif and later acquired by nephew Klaus W. Reif. Today, Reif produces wines from its vineyard first planted in 1977. The winery boasts one of the most sophisticated, educational tasting room experiences in Niagara, complete with themed flights, blind tastings, food pairings and a sensory wine garden.

This unique garden showcases carefully selected herb and floral plantings that reflect the colours, aromas and flavours of the many grape varieties in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Set against the backdrop of an original 1870’s Coach House building, the Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling section of the garden features light foliage and flowers and aromatics such as honeysuckle, grapefruit mint and coriander. The Red section of the garden captures the robust nature of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot with lush floral displays and the scents of chocolate mint and oregano. Meticulously kept, the gardens provide the perfect oasis for a leisurely stroll while enjoying a glass of award-winning Reif Estate wine.

A wooden sign reading “Cabernet Sauvignon” in a vineyard with grapevines in the background.
A front-facing view of the Reif Estate Winery building, with its name above the entrance and greenery surrounding the property.
A snowy vineyard landscape under a cloudy sky with the sun peeking through, showcasing dormant vines in winter.
A display of Reif Estate wine bottles arranged in a row, featuring different labels and vintages against a wooden backdrop.

Winery experiences

A group of people gathered on a lush green lawn surrounded by trees, participating in a guided winery tour near a wine barrel and birdhouse pole.

Tasting Experience

Reservations are highly recommended. Parties of 1 to 4.

Enjoy a seated semi-private tasting experience of three wines from our Essentials, Premium or Back Vintage Wine List. Tasting fee includes keepsake stemless wine glass. 25-minute experience.

A selection of four wine glasses containing different types of wine arranged on a white placemat in front of a tapestry-upholstered chair.

Walking Tour and Tasting

Reservations are highly recommended. Parties of 2-15

Enjoy three signature wines while touring our estate, vineyard and cellar. Tour includes keepsake stemless wine glass. 30-minute experience.

A man and woman standing inside a wine boutique holding glasses of wine, surrounded by wood cabinetry and wine products.

Group Tasting Experience

Reservations are highly recommended. Parties of 5 to 15

Guests are invited to book a private tasting in the barrel cellar and taste a flight of three wines in a keepsake stemless wine glass. 25-minute experience.

A winery staff member explains grapevines to visitors during a vineyard tour, with a visible “Merlot” sign marking the row.

Taste the Terroir

Reservations are highly recommended. Parties of 2-8

Enjoy a flight of four estate bottled back vintage wines in our Winemaker's Loft. 45-minute experience.

Close-up of ice-covered grapes still hanging on the vine during winter, with snow and frost visible in the background.

Icewine Experience

Reservations are highly recommended. Parties of 2-8

Icewine is an iconic Canadian treasure that can be enjoyed on its own, in a cocktail, paired with cheese or dessert or even in your dessert! This intimate experience showcases the world of Icewine and culinary delights. 45 minute experience.