The joys of Icewine are a treat to everyone who’s ever had the opportunity to savor the surprise of it’s memorable taste. Geography is part of the reason because there are very few grape-growing regions in the world that have the proper climate to produce ice wine. Niagara has long been a pioneer in making delicious wines from frozen grapes and has developed a reputation around the world for the quality of its icewines.
Temperatures have to dip below at least 8°C ( ideally between 10°C and 12°C) for several hours before growers can begin harvesting grapes by hand that have been left on the vine to freeze. The grapes are pressed while still frozen to extract the highly concentrated juice that gives icewine its sweet, rich flavor.
This is Niagara’s 23rd festival which runs from January 12 to 28, 2018. The festivities will feature vibrant street parties in three different Niagara communities over three weekends, seasonal food and wine pairings at more than three dozen wineries and an elegant gala to launch the festivities. According to Anthony Annunziata, Executive Director of the Tourism Partnership of Niagara:
“This truly is a one-of-a-kind experience that allows people to see a different side of Niagara and enjoy our Canadian winter in a fun and memorable way. The festival always draws people from all over North America who want to get in on the celebration.” Annunziata also points out:
“The Niagara Icewine Festival gives visitors an opportunity to taste all the best Niagara has to offer, including learning how this special delicacy is made while enjoying good times with friends and family. That the Festival takes place in one of the country’s most-famous winter andscapes is makes this a one-ofa-kind experience.
IMPORTANT DATES: The Niagara Icewine Gala at Fallsview Casino and Resort on Friday, January 12th Twenty Valley Winter Winefest January 12th to 14th in the heart of Jordan Village The Niagara on the Lake Icewine Festival January 19th to 28th The Niagara Falls Icewine Festival at Scotiabank Convention Center wraps up the final weekend January 26th and 27th
Creative Credits
- Written by
- D.C. Williams
- Image courtesy
- The Tourism Partnership of Niagara (TPN)
