Sep
16
6:30 PM18:30

Blind Tasting

German Canadian Club

1 Cove Rd.

We will start the year off with a blind wine tasting  Three whites, followed by three reds.  Bring your curiosity and competitive edge to this tasting as you try to match what you are seeing, tasting and inhaling to the tasting notes!

Price: $60 members, $70 guests

Cash Bar: 6:30pm

Welcome / Introductions: 7:00pm

Tasting: 7:15pm

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Jun
5
6:00 PM18:00

UNCORK & UNWIND

Join us for a fun filled night of wine, cider and beer in the Great Hall at BOLER MOUNTAIN

 

A beautiful spacious room that overlooks the ski hills with a  lovely patio to enjoy, weather permitting.

MONDAY, JUNE 5TH, 2023

We will be featuring wineries from Niagara on the Lake, Lake Erie North Shore,  Norfolk County, Prince Edward County, London and 1 international  representative.  We also have a brewery and ciders available.

 

Event will begin at 6:00pm and will wrap up around 9:00pm.   There will be plentiful grazing tables and the bar will be open as well.  Passports will be handed out as you arrive.  Please be sure to get them stamped and put in the basket for the draw.

Please keep in mind, this is not dinner, we will have plenty of grazing tables set up for tastings with your choice of beverage but it’s not  dinner :)  Don’t plan to leave too early, we’ll have door prizes and  other fun things happening towards the end of our night!

 

Tickets are $50 each and you can etransfer to

londonuncorked@rogers.com

Guest pricing is $55 per person.

Your Board strongly encourages the use of alternative transportation such as

Uber, taxi or public transit

 

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Sipping with Southbrook Vineyards
Feb
27
6:00 PM18:00

Sipping with Southbrook Vineyards

Southbrook Vineyards is the epitome and evolution of Bill Redelmeier's love story with wine, the land, and all things “local.” The winery is situated on a 150-acre vineyard in the heart of the Niagara Peninsula wine region of Ontario, Canada. We produce organic and biodynamic wines that earn recognition, from critics and consumers alike, year after year.

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sparkling sipper
Dec
12
6:00 PM18:00

sparkling sipper

Join us for our Christmas Sparkling Sipper event. Malcolm Cox will be our knowledgeable host this evening as he talks to us about our choice sparkling wines. We will be sipping champagne, cava, prosecco, and sparkling wines from Nova Scotia and Ontario.

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Magnificent Megalomanic!
Sep
12
5:15 PM17:15

Magnificent Megalomanic!

Megalomaniac

The wondrous place where everything happens. Vine to bottle.

Original in product, bold in flavours, and audacious in branding, Megalomaniac crafts wines of distinction—but with a touch of sass. Starting out in 2007 as a single vintage, and opening to the public in 2009, the Niagara-based winery has rapidly grown into a 60,000 case operation. With 110-acres resting on top of the Niagara Escarpment, Megalomaniac provides outstanding views making the winery a must-see attraction for both locals and tourists.

Latitude 43° 08'998 N, Longitude 79° 24'820W

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May
9
5:45 PM17:45

THE WINES OF PORTUGAL

Winemaking in Portugal has a rich tradition as it goes back as far as the 6th century B.C. Traditional varietals were made for centuries and, in the 12th and 13th centuries, additional varietals were introduced from other areas in Europe. The 20th century provided new techniques for winemakers and virtually every area in Portugal became involved in winemaking.

Portugal has a large array of native varietals, producing an abundant variety of different wines. The wide array of Portuguese grape varietals contributes as significantly as the soil and climate to wine differentiation, producing distinctive wines from the Northern regions to the Madeira Islands, and from Algarve to the Azores.

Enjoy an evening tasting some of Portugal’s better know varietals. All paired with food to enhance their flavour.

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Apr
25
5:45 PM17:45

A London Uncorked Tasting with Between The Lines Family Estate Winery

Over the past seven years since Between The Lines opened, their process has been perfected through experimenting with various techniques and exploring inventive winemaking methods pioneered by our master winemaker Yannick Wertsch. The result is a distinguished portfolio of wines that posses a precise flavour and appeal to new wine drinkers and the most seasoned palates.

At Between The Lines, Yannick applies what he’s learned of various global winemaking styles to the winery’s processes. According to Yannick, he’s always looking for new ways to innovate such as pairing new winemaking styles with regional varietals. He’s also introduced new vines to produce different wines such as the popular Lemberger Reserve.

Throughout this adventure, quality and drinkability have remained the essence of what they do.at Between The LInes

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Mar
28
5:45 PM17:45

A Truly Exceptional Tasting Experience with Peninsula Ridge Winery

Sean Palmer, Winemaker for Peninsula Ridge Winery in Niagara, will present an assortment of their award winning wines.

Sitting Majestically At The Gateway To Niagara With Spectacular Views Of Lake Ontario And The Toronto Skyline, Peninsula Ridge Estates Winery Is Devoted To Producing Incredible Award Winning Wines That Will Truly Inspire The Senses.

Peninsula Ridge Is Truly A World Class Wine And Culinary Destination Catering To Guests Who Are Looking To Pair A Relaxed And Casual Atmosphere With An Incredible Dining Experience. The Property Is Stunning, With Breathtaking Views Of The Niagara Escarpment, Lake Ontario Including The Toronto Skyline And Of Course Their Pristine Vineyards.

The Winery Has Planted 42 Acres Of Vinifera Grapes And Also Manage A Neighbouring 43-Acre Vineyard, Producing Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc And Riesling.

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Mar
7
6:00 PM18:00

AN EVENING TASTING PREMIUM TERROIR-DRIVEN WINES FROM LEANING POST WINES

Ilya and Nadia Senchuk had a dream to produce world-class, terroir driven wines in the Niagara Peninsula. The result is the stunning wines of Leaning Post Wines.

Leaning Post Wines epitomizes small-scale, artisanal wine making at its best.

In the words of Nadia and Ilya:

“A leaning post is what you find at the beginning of a row of grapes, anchoring the wires that are the frame-work for growing grapevines. It is the beginning of an obsession to translate a time and place into liquid. Leaning Post wines take you to that beginning by finding small, unique plots of land in Niagara and putting them in a bottle. Because after stripping away all the fancy buildings and high-tech equipment you are left with a place on this earth that grows wine unlike any other. When you taste that in a glass you just know it.”

Nadia and Ilya

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Jan
17
5:45 PM17:45

an irreverently, pompous night with megalomaniac wines POSTPONED (COVID RESTRICTIONS)

The best way to explain the name of this iconic winery is to take the explanation directly from their website!

original. bold. audacious.

Megalomaniac crafts wine of distinction with a touch of sass.

We believe there will always be a place in the market for really good, affordable wines, so that’s what we do.

What’s with the name?

meg·a·lo·ma·ni·ac/noun: overestimation of one’s physical and mental prowess, of one’s power; madness; delusions of grandeur.

I originally wanted to christen these wines in my name, John Howard…and then my good friends accused me of being yet another “(profanity withheld) megalomaniac”.

Regrettably, the name stuck.

Obviously, their philosophy complements that of London Uncorked. We take the stuffiness out of wine tastings. While we can educate you about wines, we can and always do have fun doing so!

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Nov
8
6:00 PM18:00

AN ELEGANT EVENING AT THE LONDON CLUB

The London Club, a premier private club, is hosting an elegant evening for London Uncorked’s members and guests with food prepared by their award winning culinary staff. Wines will be curated and provided by Cyndi Grossman, Mellecey Wines.

Dress will be upscale with men wearing suits and women dressing accordingly for the evening.

CONTACT londonuncorked@rogers.com by email if you wish to attend. Cost is $150 (all inclusive) per person.

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Oct
18
6:00 PM18:00

An Evening of Elegant Wines from Angel's Gate Estate Winery (Niagara)

Angels Gate Winery has been crafting excellent award-winning wines for more than 19 years. The secret to their success lies in combining traditional winemaking techniques with new-world technologies to produce wines with delicate balance, finesse and structure. Their wines are distinct and we strive to preserve each varietal’s aroma, acidity and structure.

To quote Phillip Dowell, Winemaker of the Year 2020

"It's all About Style"

"I like to make wines that are true to the vineyard and that show definite varietal character with a regional identity. But, the most important element that I strive for is elegance in wine."

AJ McLaughlin, General Manager, is a gifted presenter who will walk us through a variety of their splendid varietals.

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Sep
13
6:00 PM18:00

TASTES of ITALY

London Uncorked is pleased to provide its members a new experience this year. We’ll be focusing on the wines of one country for our first event of our season. It happens to be one of the great wine producing countries in the world - Italy.

Many of the wine producing regions of Italy will be on display. Compass Beverages.ca will be providing an awesome assortment of their wines for your tasting pleasure. Delectable food pairings will be provided by Michael’s On The Thames. This is not a dinner event but a paired tasting so keep this in mind. if you’ve attended one of our events previously, you’ll know what we mean.

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Jun
14
5:30 PM17:30

Discover California Wines

Wine Institute: California Wines Canada is responsible for marketing and promotion in the largest single-country market for California wines. Due to the generosity of this organization, our members and guests will enjoy tasting a diverse selection of wines from one of the great wine growing regions in the world.

As usual, each wine will be paired with food specifically chosen for this event.

In compliance with the Province of Ontario COVID regulations, all will be followed and observed to protect our members, guests and restaurant staff.

This will be an outdoor patio event as long as the Province and the MLHU allow this outdoor setting and gathering. RAIN DATE: MONDAY, JUNE 21st.

All wines will be available for purchase at the LCBO. Product numbers will be provided. There will be no purchasing at the tasting event.

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Apr
19
6:30 PM18:30

A 'VIRTUAL' Tasting Experience: Wines of 13th Street Winery

A 'VIRTUAL' tasting experience: Enjoy the wines of 13th St. Winery from St. Catharines accompanied by superb food pairings from Michael's On The Thames (In Person and/or Virtual). Winemaker Jean Pierre Colas will lead us through a range of excellent varietals.

13th Street Winery, founded in 1998, was purchased in 2008 by the current owners: John & June Mann and Doug & Karen Whitty. Both families have deep roots in the Niagara community.

13th Street Winery evolved from a desire to create exceptional wines that reflect the unique terroir of Niagara, while also providing a place for guests to congregate and escape; to relax and discover; and to experience and learn.

Their promise is to produce the highest quality wines possible every year, at every price point. Their goal is to deliver a pure expression of the varietal and vineyard character, while respecting the influences of each vintage and every wine that we make.

Each year, Jean Pierre Colas (J.P.), their winemaker, searches for the very best fruit grown in Niagara. Often, this fruit comes from our 40+ acres; however, in some cases, one of the many excellent growers J.P. has worked with provides us with a small quantity of premium grapes to complement our own harvest.

Also located in the original property’s farmhouse at 13th Street Winery is the 13th Street Bakery featuring seasonal fresh baked goods (made on-site) and an assortment of jams, jellies, and preserves made with Niagara produce.

In November 2019, 13th Street Gallery opened its doors and now offers guests the opportunity to view and purchase a variety of paintings and sculptures that comprise the personal collection of John and June Mann.


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Mar
22
6:30 PM18:30

AN EVENING DOWN UNDER WITH AUSTRALIAN WINES

Enjoy an evening tasting some lovely Australian wines picked by Annie Dingwall from Wine Australia. Annie will be joined by Mark Davidson, also from Wine Australia, to talk about these varietals. Depending on the restrictions in place, this will most likely be a hybrid event (in person and virtual).

This will be a truly informative event as you'll learn about the different wine regions in Australia. Most people think 'Shiraz' when Australian wine is mentioned but the wine making industry is much more diverse than you may think.

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Feb
22
6:30 PM18:30

London Uncorked's 'Virtual' Tasting with Adamo Estate Winery

Adamo Estate Winery is located in the heart of Hockley Valley and in partnership with Hockley Valley Resort. The winery is the first full-scale winemaking venture to embrace the region's unique terroir and micro-climate conditions.

The winery uses the best fruit from their estate and from some of the top growers in Ontario. They blanket their vines in the winter to protect them from the cold and weed and pick by hand, and crush and bottle on site.

Adamo Estate Winery traces its beginnings to a rustic barn on the vineyard property.

The first 2,000 vines were planted on the property in 2011 and the vineyard has grown steadily each year. Adamo Estate wines are on the wine lists at a number of Toronto's finest restaurants

Shauna White, Winemaker: "We are part of an emerging region of amazing wine-making and our terroir-focused approach reflects our respect for the environment, our climate and our region. With that comes alliances with growers who share our philosophies and practices. Wine is farming first, and we want to show how it can be done in our region – and done successfully – by using organics and environmentally-friendly processes.”

A beautiful building amid vineyards in Hockley Valley. Great wines and well worth a trip at a later date!

A beautiful building amid vineyards in Hockley Valley. Great wines and well worth a trip at a later date!

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London Uncorked's In Person and Virtual Tasting with Reif Estate Winery
Dec
7
6:00 PM18:00

London Uncorked's In Person and Virtual Tasting with Reif Estate Winery

This is a 'hybrid' event. Appreciate the exquisite wines of Reif Estate Winery. Enjoy at home or socially distance in person at Michael's.

THE STORY OF REIF

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. The125 acre farm is located in the Niagara River sub-appellation where sun-loving grape varieties grow best. The easterly facing slopes and long growing season are moderated by the river as air currents ward off early spring and late fall frosts.

Reif's vineyard is located in Ontario's warmest sub-appellation, ideal for the production of rich full-bodied wines. The farm is also home to some of the oldest vinifera plantings in Canada.

Klaus Reif, owner and winemaker will present virtually from the winery in an interactive event.

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Oct
17
7:30 PM19:30

London Uncorked's In Person & Virtual Event with Huff Estates Winery

Wines from Huff Estates Winery will be presented to both in person members at Michaels On The Thames and virtually to others in their homes.

Huff Estates Winery from Prince Edward County has been making high quality wines since 2004. It is both an award winning winery and a destination.

The winery is committed to growing by creating brand value as well as continuing to offer an incomparable authentic experience. Its aim is to create a unique destination and provide not only fantastic wine but also accompanying aspects such as great food, fine art and luxurious accommodations .

Located next door to the winery is the Oeno Gallery featuring art and sculptures from many Canadian artists.

Tim Askew, a Sommelier and representative for the winery and Fred Picard, Huff's winemaker from Burgundy will present virtually by ZOOM from the winery.

In Person attendees will watch them on Michael's On The Thames large screen in the restaurant. The restaurant will be closed to other patrons on the evening of the event. Only members purchasing ‘in person’ tickets and staff will be in the restaurant. All COVID mandated protocols will be practiced.

Members choosing to participate virtually will do so in the comfort of their own homes using the ZOOM app on their personal devices. Same day pick up from the restaurant or a delivery option (included in ticket price) will be available with instructions on heating the food pairings as well as information on the wines that will be in numbered vessels.

As with any London Uncorked event, you will be able to submit your orders to the winery for pickup at the restaurant after the event.

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