Grape growing in Ontario, explained · on the web since 2000

Wineries

The Hare

The Hare grows grapes at Niagara-on-the-Lake, in the Niagara Peninsula appellation.

Where it sits

The Hare is at Niagara-on-the-Lake, inside Niagara Peninsula — one of the three appellations of origin recognised under Ontario's VQA system. What that claim means on a label, and how the boundary is defined in regulation, is set out on the regions page.

What it grows

The winery works with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc.

Each of those has a page here on how it behaves in Ontario: the heat it needs to ripen, the Brix it reaches at harvest, and which parts of the province actually plant it.

Visiting

. 'Open Monday to Thursday 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and Friday to Sunday 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Last tasting seated at 4:00 PM every day.' 'Reservations recommended, walk-ins welcome.' Address 769 Niagara Stone Road, Niagara-o

Also in Niagara Peninsula: Two Sisters Vineyards, Tzafona Winery. The full list is on the Ontario wineries page.

What we hold on this winery

LocationNiagara-on-the-Lake
AppellationNiagara Peninsula
Sub-appellationnot known
Foundednot known
Vineyard areanot known
VarietiesCabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc

Compiled from the winery's own website (source), checked October 2026. Facts change — corrections are welcome.