The perfect wine lover’s escape to Prince Edward County

Written by by Carolyn Evans Hammond. Originally published in The Toronto Star.

Prince Edward County is one of Ontario’s hottest wine destinations, making it an exciting place to spend the day — at any time of the year. The only thing that’s missing is the mobs of wine geeks.

Until now, these brilliant bottles were some of Ontario’s best-kept secrets.

2011 Stardust Rosehall Run, Estate Grown and Bottled Brut Cuvee, VQA Prince Edward County, ON

(Available at the winery $49.95/bottle, $16/4 oz. glass)

Wine Score: 95

2013 County Crémant Grange of Prince Edward, VQA Prince Edward County, ON

($35/bottle $12/4 oz. glass)

Wine Score: 91+

2015 Closson Chase Churchside Pinot Noir, VQA Prince Edward County, ON

($44.95 $13/5 oz. glass)

Wine Score: 93

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