How I Found a Hidden Gem Winery in Niagara Wine Region

Tawse - Luxury behind a mighty fence

Once you're in the Niagara wine region, after driving for a while, a view of never ending vineyards can get boring. Every now and then you see a hut-like winery store and contemplate whether this one will be different from the first few.

Well, this was not the case with Tawse Winery and Vineyards of Niagara Peninsula.

We just passed another hut-like estate when we saw a large fence that marked the entrance to the Tawse Winery. Once we entered the gate, a magnificent vista opened in front of our eyes. A picturesque pond with well manicured grounds, covered by flowers and ornamental grasses, shrubs and other perennials... it was breathtaking. We took our cameras and started clicking along.

After a few minutes of enjoying the grounds, we finally made it to the entrance of the winery, passing all sorts of high end vehicles parked at the front. The building looked modern yet very solid with a classic flare. We entered it, and... to our surprise - the back wall was made of glass - we saw the steel wine aging barrels and other winemaking equipment that covered about three levels.

The tasting room was at the front, on the main level. The cashier on the left and the bar in the middle. Nicely lit, this modern U-shaped bar had several horticulture specialists (or at least very educated servers) ready to serve. Over a handful of wine tasting menus were laminated and spread over the surface of the bar counter for the visitors to study. The pricelists were placed at the front in their sturdy wooden frames. Don't choke when you see the prices... but they wines are well worth it.

We decided that we won't be buying anything there for now (an average bottle was $60), but will try a few varieties. Both Chardonnays that I tried were amazing, and so was the Red Zinfandel Ice Wine. We took a few more pictures inside. I decided to check out the girls room just to see if it's as extravagant as the rest of the estate. And so it was.

After leaving the winery store, we drove to the back of it to take pictures of the magnificent view of endless vineyards, lake Ontario on the horizon, and an occasional farm house roof barely seen from among the lush greenery.

We did not want to leave. Too bad there is no restaurant on the property. It would definitely do well. The place just screams 'luxury'. I would definitely recommend this place to everyone. Let me know how your enjoyed it.

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Niagara Region, Canada - Niagara Falls, Ontario

Niagara Falls is a picturesque destination of Ontario, Canada for travelers, tourists and nature lovers. It is a sprawling 212 sq. km. area with spectacular sports facilities like cycling, biking, 40 top class golf courses, to name a few. With a population base of 80,000 (approx), it is a gorgeous destination for varied attractions. Niagara is an awesome manifestation of Niagara Falls in the city's delights. There is man-carved lure in the Niagara that includes the Maid of the Mist; Reply's believe it or not, Louis Tussads wax museum, Spanish Aero car, Casino Niagara, etc.

The Niagara falls have been existent from over 12,000 years and are the most sought after tourist place of visit. The Niagara falls were formed by the melting of glaciers that resulted in the formation of several unsullied water lakes that moved across a sharp rock face called the Niagara escarpment. The Canadian Horseshoe Falls and the American Falls are the two waterfalls that were formed by the rushing waters and the melting of the ancient glaciers. The rushing water of the Niagara River has a velocity of 35 miles an hour.

Moreover Niagara is a hydropower house that generates electricity to the rest of New York as well as southern Ontario. Niagara has its famous wineries and 70 of them have been listed in the award winning category. Many people come to Niagara to smell the rich aroma from the grape fruits and consume them. Several people come over to Niagara to participate in breathtaking stunts and get their names registered in the books of records. At night the Niagara Falls are illuminated by brilliant lights and the sight makes people gay. Another beautiful picture is of the bridges made of ice that accumulate below the chilling falls. No wonder the spectacular spectacles gifted with lure and bliss makes Ontario's Niagara Falls as the Honeymoon capitals of the world.

Thus Niagara has become the biggest trade centre for its wines and wineries, fruits, tourist haven, military headquarters and hydropower. The Niagara Falls magnetizes writers and poets of the world and brings out the dare devil in everyone.

Business Opportunity

As it is a big business and tourist hub several travel agents and websites look to capitalize on the opportunity. With the number of business houses and travel points in the rise Toronto web services has taken initiatives to catapult the functioning of websites of various travel agents at Niagara and other websites who advertise Niagara. The travel appoints and beer and wine makers can get a chance to get their websites designed, updated and optimized in the search engines. Customers can increase and web marketing strategy can get a boost with the number of people flooding to your website to book their tourist adventures and Honeymoon at Niagara.

Toronto services also specialize in special tourist catering services like hotel and tourist booking and other superior and desired services.

Ted Turner is a frequent traveller to Niagara Falls, has stayed extensively on many of the niagara hotels in the Niagara area.

Niagara Wine Region

Many people may not realize that Canada's Niagara Region is not only home to a 'natural wonder', but a rich agricultural area, as well. The Niagara Escarpment is a 725 km (450 mile) long shelf/transition zone running through southern and central Ontario. In this area, the climate is moderated by lakes Ontario and Erie, with mineral-rich soils throughout. This unique combination, the lakes effect and extremely fertile soil, join in the Escarpment, this rocky transition zone between different physiogeographic zones, to make a grape grower's paradise, and home to some world renown wineries.

Because the cooler lake air flows across the region in early spring, the buds are inhibited from blooming before the last frost. The Escarpment climate is similar to that of other great wine regions in the world, such as Burgundy, the Loire Valley and New Zealand.

The Niagara Region, as it is known, is home to the great vinifera grapes, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay and Riesling. These vineyards are spread over 16,000 acres and are a site to behold in late spring and early summer.

Over 40 wineries make the Niagara Region their home and many tasting tours and special accommodations are available for the wine connoisseurs and everyday folks to enjoy their stay.

Whatever your preference, there is a great vacation waiting for you. Not only will you enjoy the great wines and beautiful scenery, but plan your stay at a 5 star hotel, in the heart of the city, or for a quieter respite, try one of the delightful period inns or bed and breakfasts. Make it a family affair. Bring the kids and stay at one of the incredible resort complexes.

What goes with a world class wine and accommodations? Great cuisine, of course. Canada is truly diverse in the cultures that call it home. This brings the influence of great world cuisine and the opportunity to enjoy an 'around the globe' dining experience.

The Niagara Region - a place of incredible cultural and natural diversity is waiting for you. Cheers!

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