Brockville

Prince Edward County

                         L&G Tourism Development Corporation
                        Bus Trip -  Prince Edward County Taste Tour
                                       Sunday September 26, 2010
           

                                                                        Click Here to See Pictures Taken on Our Trip                                            

 


You Deserve to be Pampered for a Day!

  

A Taste of the "County"

Prince Edward County, a region known for its history, scenic shorelines and a unique island character, has established as an Ontario winery destination. Prince Edward County's wine industry is dynamic, exciting and expanding quickly. Since 1999, well over 500 acres of vines and 14 wineries have been established in the diverse limestone soils.

Their wineries showcase locally-grown wines that already demonstrate their unique regional characteristics. We dare you! If you come with us, the idea of moving to Prince Edward County will cross your mind at least once.

Yes, we will be going to the Wilton Cheese factory, pick Grapes and have a picnic lunch at the Sandbanks winery, then on to a local FarmGate and taste testing at two more wineries
on the last Sunday in September 2010 !

I enjoyed the trip to Picton yesterday. It was very well organized. Meeting yourself and getting out to socialize with such a friendly group of people
made it very enjoyable.  And this is a good way to get away from
house chores, gardening stuff, etc.  -
A bus passenger on the 2007 PEC Day Trip


Produced by L&G Tourism Development Corporation
with Joe Lor as your tour coordinator

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                                     Places & Wineries We will Visit in 2010

Wilton Cheese Factory located 5 minutes off Highway #401 near Odessa , this cheese factory which is locally owned an operated has a wide variety of their Wilton cheese for sale. The Wilton Cheese Factory is well renowned for producing fine cheese in the Napanee area for 100 years. Aged cheddar is their specialty, however they manufacture over 20 different varieties which also includes their great feta varieties.  www.ruralroutes.com/wiltoncheese/

Sandbanks Estate Winery is situated along the picturesque shores of Lake Ontario, minutes west of the village of Wellington, on the Loyalist Parkway, in the heart of beautiful Prince Edward County. Our philosophy is that all great wine begins in the vineyard! Our family estate vineyard was established in 2000 and now, in our 10th year, we personally attend to our six acres of vinifera and hybrid grapes.
 
 Sandbanks Estate vines are planted on a south-facing acreage within sight of Lake Ontario, which moderates the temperature during the year. They are rooted in soil composed of well-drained clay and limestone rock. We have worked hard with our land, and are very happy with it.
 
 Sandbanks Estate wines are a labour of love and created for your enjoyment - www.sandbankswinery.com/wines.html

     

Sandbanks Estate Winery - lunch and grape harvesting. We have been invited to help bring in this year's grape crop at Sandbanks.  Every year Catherine Langlois Owner/Winemaker invites people who wish to participate to bring their garden gloves and gardening shears to help bring in the crop.  You can pick as long as you want during our stay at Sandbanks and they will show you what to do.  At this time we will be distributing our picnic lunch which you can enjoy sitting at Sandbanks newly renovated customer enjoyment area. Buy a bottle or two of wine and share it with others on the bus during the lunch.  Every lunch bag will have a little wine tasting glass in it - so don't worry about having something to taste out of.

At Sandbanks Winery we will have a picnic lunch for everyone

A picnic lunch will be prepared by Our Stone Cottage Catering and consist of: 2 homemade salads with a delicious chicken wrap, fresh baked oatmeal cookies, and a cold drink (bottle water, diet pepsi or diet ginger ale)

Local produce will be used if available

Please let us know in advance if you have any food allergies and an alternative lunch will be prepared for you.

Hopefully it will be a sunny warm day!

Waupoos Estates Winery is set amidst a picturesque vineyard that gently slopes toward Lake Ontario. Discover the beauty of a sunset while dining outside on the terrace or inside the beautifully-appointed dining room. Give your taste buds a treat in the tasting room and pick a County wine that best matches your personality. Ponder the perfect gift in the spacious and elegant gift boutique. Their winemakers oversee the production of grapes on the stunning estate and transform the delightful fruit into wonderfully matched VQA approved wines.  "An Estate Winery" -  www.waupooswinery.com

  Orchard Coast Farms is diversified growing, food production, and tourism operation based in Picton, in beautiful Prince Edward County, Ontario.

We produce unique varieties of gourmet fresh fruits and vegetables, high quality jams, syrups, sauces, beverages and baked goods; and provide our customers and visitors with opportunities to see and experience the best of life in The County.  You never know what you will find . http://orchardcoast.ca/

       

The County Cider Company, grower of ciders and fine wines, offers a distinctive taste of Prince Edward County in the tradition of fine British cider makers and European vintners. County Cider has the largest orchard of European cider apples in Canada. The restored limestone tasting room is by an orchard and vineyard overlooking  Waupoos Island and Prince Edward Bay. You may catch a jazz quartet on a Sunday afternoon. In celebration of the local agricultural bounty, County Cider offers light lunches throughout the summer and fall.  www.countycider.com

Check Out the Prince Edward County Taste Trail Brochure in .pdf format

Schedule and Itinerary 

Time Sunday September 26, 2010
8.15 am Leave from the Brockville's Market Street 
9.20 am  Wilton Cheese Factory
9.50 am Leave Wilton Cheese Factory
11.00 am Sandbanks Winery for Wine Tasting, Grape Harvesting and Picnic Lunch
1.30 am Leave Sandbanks Winery
2.15 pm Waupoos - Winery Tour and Orchard Coast Farm Market 
3.30 pm Leave Waupoos
3.30 The County Cider Company
4.30 pm Leave The County Cider Company  
6.15 pm Back at Market Street Brockville

Bus Tickets Were Available at the Service Desk
Reliable Furniture
224 King Street West - Brockville Ontario
For Ticket Availability Call - 613 342-2775

The price of this trip is $55.00 per person and includes
a box picnic lunch

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Bus Tickets Are Available at the Service Desk
Reliable Furniture
224 King Street West - Brockville Ontario
For Ticket Availability Call - 613 342- 2774

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Brockville Ontario Canada

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