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An introduction to our wine list

Welcome to Elmhirstā€™s Resort.

The Elmhirstā€™s Resort experience is deeply rooted in family tradition, is down-to-earth, and inspired by its surroundings. Farm-to-table freshness is a key ingredient in our seasonal culinary creations. We raise our own cows, ducks and turkey right on the resort, and our plentiful gardens offer us our very own herbs, honey and vegetables. Partnerships with local farmers and producers complement our extraordinary menu offerings.

This wine list has been carefully chosen through a rigorous curation tasting of over 100 wines with our entire restaurant team. Over 40 wineries across the province of Ontario submitted samples and gave presentations. The team then selected, through blind taste tests, the best of the best that Ontario has to offer. We now proudly present to you our 2024 wine list.

White Wines and RosƩ

  • Megalomaniac

    Local Squeeze Riesling, VQA Ontario. Crisp, moderate sugar, medium body, fruity.

    $9 / $35
  • Cloudsly Cellars

    Chardonnay, VQA Niagara Peninsula, 2022. Full bodied, complex, oak aged.

    $14 / $60
  • Colio Estate

    Pinot Grigio, VQA Ontario. Light, easy drinking refreshing.

    $10 / $40
  • Peller Family Reserve

    Sauvignon Blanc, VQA Niagara Peninsula 2022. Light body, tart, aromatic.

    $10 / $40
  • Megalomaniac

    Homegrown RosƩ, VQA Ontario. Medium body, fruit forward, off-dry.

    $10 / $40
  • Feature White

    Ask your server about our feature white wine.

    $15

Red Wines

  • Megalomaniac

    Homegrown Red Blend, VQA Ontario. Smooth, well-balanced, full bodied.

    $10 / $40
  • Leaning Post

    The Fifty Pinot Noir, VQA Niagara Peninsula. Light body, tart, hints of spice.

    $14 / $60
  • Feature Red

    Ask your server about our Feature Red wine

    $15

Sparkling Wines

  • Cave Springs Cellars

    Dolomite Brut, VQA Beamsville Bench 2021. Traditional method, crisp, dry, effervescent.

    $10 / $50
  • Megalomaniac

    Sparkling Personality, VQA Ontario. Prosecco style, semi-dry, charmat method.

    $9 / $40

White Wines

Riesling

The great white wine grape of Germany, Riesling has become a mainstay in the Ontario wine world for its ability to thrive in the coldwinters. Light bodied and aromatic with a hint of minerality. Riesling can pair well with a wide range of foods, but can really shine when paired with dishes that are spicy or a little salty.

  • Megalomaniac

    Narcissist Riesling VQA Niagara Peninsula

    $35
  • Huff Estates

    Day Tripping Riesling VQA Ontario

    $40
  • Redstone

    Limestone Ridge Riesling VQA Niagara Peninsula

    $45

Pinot Grigio

A very popular grape variety producing white wines that are light and fresh with balanced acidity and fruit flavours. Expect notes of green grapes, melon and light perfume. Pinot Grigio pairs well with salads, creamy pasta and fresh fruit.

  • Huff Estates

    Just Because VQA Ontario

    $40
  • Lighthall

    Pinot Gris VQA Prince Edward County

    $45
  • Cave Springs Cellars Estate

    Pinot Gris VQA Beamsville Bench

    $50

Chardonnay

A full-bodied white grape variety prized by wine connoisseurs for its rich texture and complex flavour. Commonly aged in oak barrels to impart further richness and depth of flavour. Chardonnay is traditionally paired with poultry dishes, fish or any dish with lots of butter and other rich dairy.

  • Closson Chase

    The Brock Chardonnay VQA Niagara River

    $45
  • Broken Stone

    Chardonnay VQA Prince Edward County

    $55
  • Pearl Morrissette

    Fogue VQA Creek Shores

    $70
  • Norman Hardie

    County VQA Prince Edward County

    $85

Sauvignon Blanc

Sauvignon Blanc is known for its sharp acidity and grassy notes and is one of the lightest-bodied grape varietals commonly drank around the world. It is commonly paired with salads, lean meats, and soft cheeses, especially goat cheese.

  • Organized Crime

    Sauvignon Blanc VQA Beamsville Bench

    $40

Gewurztraminer

Gewurztraminer grapes produce a semi-dry white wine similar to Riesling but with more exotic aromatics, a firmer structure, and more floral notes. It has notes of lychee, rose, and pink grapefruit. It pairs well with deep-fried foods, egg-based dishes, and pickled vegetables.

  • Redstone Winery

    VQA Niagara Peninsula

    $40
  • Norman Hardie

    Calcaire, VQA Ontario. A blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Gewurztraminer, Chardonnay, Riesling and Pinot Grigio

    $55

Viognier

A full-bodied white grape varietal known for its fruit-forward flavours and soft floral notes. Notes of apricot, citrus and vanilla. Viognier pairs well with any seafood, or foods with a sweet and spicy glaze of sauce.

  • North 42 Degrees

    Viognier, VQA Ontario

    $40

Chenin Blanc

Chenin Blanc is a medium-bodied white wine that highlights the subtle differences in the soil, air and water. A dry white wine with notes of apple, quince and chamomile. Makes a great pairing with turkey, hard cheese or anything with a tangy sauce.

  • Big Head

    Chenin Blanc, VQA Niagara Peninsula

    $45

RosƩ and Skin Ferment Wine

All RosƩ wines are made by allowing the grapes to ferment with skin contact for a brief period to impart colour and tannins to the wine before removing the skins. These wines vary in style and taste depending on the grape varietals used. They often sit between a red and white wine in texture and flavour, making them some of the most versatile food-pairing wines. They especially shine with spicy and sweet foods like barbequed meats.

  • Megalomaniac

    Homegrown RosƩ, VQA Ontario. Medium body, fruit forward, semi-dry.

    $40
  • North 42 Degrees

    Cabernet Sauvignon RosƩ, VQA Four Mile Creek. A blend of Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. Complex, nuanced and with hints of tart fruit and peppery spices.

    $50
  • Leaning Post

    RosƩ, VQA Four Mile Creek. A blend of Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc and Caberney Sauvignon. Complex, nuanced and with hints of tart fruit and peppery spices.

    $50

Sparkling

Charmat Method “Prosecco Style” Wines

These wines are naturally fermented twice before bottling, and are slightly sweeter other sparkling wines. These wines are fun, versatile and easy to drink.

  • Megalomaniac

    Sparkling Personality VQA Ontario

    $40
  • Peller Family Reserve

    Rose Bubbles VQA Niagara Peninsula

    $35

Traditional Method “Champagne Style” Wines

These wines have their second fermentation in the bottle, creating a crisp, dry, sparkling wine with a firm structure and a lively effervescence. Notes of fresh baked break and tart fruit.

  • Cave Springs Cellars

    Dolomite Brut VQA Beamsville Bench, 2021

    $50
  • Trius

    Brut VQA Niagara Peninsula

    $65

Red Wine

Pinot Noir

Pinot Noir grapes are delicate and take finesse to grow, making it an excellent showcase of the skill and style of the winemakers. A light-bodied but earthy red wine known for blackberry, tart cherry and spices flavours. Traditionally paired with duck and other game meats.

  • Cloudsly

    Pinot Noir, VQA Niagara Peninsula 2021

    $45
  • Closson Chase

    Vineyard Pinot Noir, VQA Prince Edward County

    $50
  • Tawse

    Grower's Blend, Pinot Noir, VQA Niagara Peninsula

    $55
  • Norm Hardie

    County Pinot Noir, VQA Prince Edward County

    $85

Gamay Noir

Originally famous for its use in the French wine region Beaujolais. Gamay Noir has become a beloved part of Ontario winemaking, where the limestone-rich soils temper its natural acidity and create a well-balanced, very light-bodied red wine. Notes of fresh grape, raspberry and violet. A great compliment to duck, turkey, charcuterie or anything with a tomato-based sauce.

  • Kin Vineyards

    Gamay Noir, VQA Lincoln Lakeshore, Niagara

    $42
  • Bechelder

    Bai Xu Old Vines Gamay Noir, VQA Niagara Peninsula 2020

    $50

Merlot

Easily among the most well-known of all grape varieties. Merlot is typically a rich dark purple with velvety smooth tannins and a semi-sweet, fruit-forward flavour. Known for flavours of plums blackberries and redgrape, merlot tends to be easy drinking and very friendly to the palate. Pairs well with beef, dark chocolate and ripe cheeses.

  • Traynor Family Vineyard

    Merlot, VQA Niagara Peninsula

    $40
  • Stratus

    Merlot, VQA Niagara On The Lake

    $85

Cabernet Franc

Cabernet Franc responds to the cold Ontario winters better than almost any other red wine grape variety. These wines are known for their rich flavours of tobacco, leather and cassis, making them often some of the least fruit-forward wines. This is often why many red blends contain both Merlot and Cabernet Franc to balance fruitiness and richness. Cabernet Franc is traditionally paired with roast beef, rich vegetable dishes and game birds.

  • Megalomaniac

    To Be Frank, Cabernet Franc, VQA Niagara Peninsula

    $50
  • Rosewood

    Shoulders of Giants, Cabernet Franc, VQA Niagara Escarpment

    $65
  • Cave Springs Cellars

    Prova, Cabernet Franc, VQA Niagara Peninsula

    $80

Cabernet Sauvignon

Cabernet Sauvignon is a hybrid of Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc and is well known for its very full-bodied wines with lots of tannins and very little sugar. Expect notes of blackcurrant, green peppers and cedar. Pairs very well with rich beef dishes and dishes served with savoury sauces and gravies.

  • Trius

    Distinction, Cabernet Sauvignon, VQA Niagara Peninsula

    $40
  • Greenlane Estates

    Cabernet Sauvignon, VQA Niagara Peninsula

    $80

Red Blends

All of our red blends represent some of the most full-bodied and richly flavoured wines on our wine list. These wines are typically a blend of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot, with some other varietals used for accents in some of the wines. Expect deep fruit flavours of plum and black cherry with hints of cocoa and leather. They are traditionally paired with rich beef dishes and ripe cheeses.

  • Organized Crime

    Pipe Down, VQA Beamsville Bench 2021

    $45
  • Greenlane Estates

    Cabernet Merlot, VQA Niagara Peninsula

    $45
  • Organized Crime

    Download, VQA Beamsville Bench

    $85
  • Pearl Morrissette

    Furie, VQA Niagara On The Lake

    $85
  • Stratus

    Red, VQA Niagara On The Lake, 2019

    $95
  • Stratus

    Red 20th Anniversary Edition, VQA Niagara On The Lake, 2020

    $195

Sweet Wines

These wines are all either late harvest or ice wines, meaning that they have been picked after the temperature has dropped below zero and, in the case of ice wines, until the grapes are fully frozen. This creates a sweet, almost syrupy wine with high alcohol content and rich flavours that range from dried fruit to caramel. Served in smaller portions than regular wines, they are typically served with cheeses and desserts and make a lovely end to a formal dinner.

  • Megalomaniac

    Select Late Harvest Riesling, VQA Niagara Peninsula 2019

    $40
  • Cooper's Hawk

    Late Harvest Chardonnay Musque, VQA Lake Erie North Shore 2017

    $30
  • Megalomaniac

    Cold Heated Ice Wine, VQA Niagara Peninsula

    $45
  • Tawse

    Riesling Icewine, VQA Niagara Peninsula, 2013

    $65
  • Big Head

    Cabernet Franc Icewine, VQA Niagara Peninsula, 2012

    $55

Beer

Draft Beers: ($5 for 1/2 pint) ($9.00 for a full pint)

  • Flying Monkeys Juicy Ass IPA (Barrie)

    Cloudy, strong hops flavour, notes of grapefruit and pine.

  • Old Flame Red Vienna Lager (Port Perry)

    Smooth, malty, notes of fresh baked goods.

  • Steam Whistle Pilsner (Toronto)

    Light, crisp and clean, medium hopped and well balanced.

  • Publican House High Noon Wheat Ale (Peterborough)

    Lightly hopped, cloudy, smooth.

  • Elmhirst's Own Marybelle's Apple Cider (Keene)

    Sweet, lightly carbonated, made from apples picked on the Resort.

  • Indie Alehouse Vine Song Gamay

    Unique, barrel aged, finished with Niagara grapes. Comes as a 3/4 pint only, $9.00

Beverages

  • Fountain Drinks

    Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Seven Up, Ginger Ale, Iced Tea, Cranberry Juice

    sm 2.50, lg 3.50
  • Milk

    2% or Chocolate

    3
  • Juice

    Orange, Apple, or Tomato

    4
  • Coffee

    * no refills

    3
  • French Press Coffee

    5.95
  • Tea

    * no refills

    3
  • Hot Chocolate

    4
  • Espresso

    5
  • Cappuccino

    6
  • Cafe Latte

    6

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