The Inniskillin winery itself was created in 1975 by Donald Ziraldo and Karl Kaiser, across the street on 32 acres of Riesling, Chardonnay, and Gamay. In 1982, the Montague Vineyard, 50 acres adjacent to the Niagara District Airport, was acquired and produces Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Merlot, and Pinot Grigio. MORE >>

Now owned by Anthony Russell (son of the founder) and producing Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The wines produced here are Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Sauvignon Blanc, all very balanced, elegant, and Burgundian as you can imagine. He offers three handcrafted wines – sauvignon blanc, chardonnay, and a syrah based blend called ‘Serenity.’ MORE >>

Our chardonnay was picked on the 14th after the early October rains that lasted four days. We'll be picking the Oak Knoll District Merlot next. Harvest is progressing nicely, if slowly, here in Napa Valley. Our 2011 St. Helena Sauvignon Blanc is all barreled down and aging nicely. We are stirring the lees regularly to maximize flavors. MORE >>

blend of 54% Chardonnay and 46% Pinot Grigio. Although there's a bit more chardonnay in the blend, this was more dominated by the Pinot Grigio, but balanced out very well. had my choice of six different reds and had to decide between a Damiani Meritage or a Fox Run Merlot. also enjoyed sipping the Merlot while writing this post. MORE >>

He poured New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Riesling, Pinot Noir, Merlot and a rosé and invited the makers of those exact wines along for a tasting. The Australian Open is underway. Tomorrow is Australia Day. Lo and behold, not only did they take it surprisingly seriously, but they had fun with it! MORE >>