NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE, Ont. – Fans of icewine will be able to indulge in the popular dessert beverage and more during an annual celebration in the heart of Niagara’s wine country.
The Niagara Icewine Festival kicks off Friday. Events are scheduled to be staged throughout the region and at outdoor street festivals in Niagara-on-the-Lake and Jordan Village.
The annual festival will feature an icewine gala, casual and formal culinary experiences along with food and cocktail competitions. The event will also include an outdoor concert and winemaker challenges.
Individuals can purchase a Discovery Pass which allows them to select from more than 30 wine and culinary experiences along the wine route.
Icewine was accidentally discovered in Germany in 1794 by farmers trying save their grape harvest after a sudden frost. In the 1980s, vintners recognized that Ontario’s cold winters would provide the perfect conditions for producing exceptional icewine, according to Wine Country Ontario.
The Niagara Icewine Festival runs until Jan. 29.
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Online:www.niagaraicewinefestival.com
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