Niagara-on-the-Lake: Seated Wine Tasting & Peachwine Choice

Summary

Sipping vqa wines by the lake with local stories and peach aromas

You’ll settle into a cozy seat at Konzelmann Winery in Niagara-on-the-Lake, choosing three VQA wine samples (yes, including their famous peachwine) while a friendly local expert answers your questions and shares stories. It’s relaxed, unhurried, and full of little surprises — perfect if you want to taste real Niagara flavors at your own pace.

What’s the experience like?

Ever tried wine that actually smells like summer? That’s what hit me first at Konzelmann Estate Winery in Niagara-on-the-Lake — this soft, almost fuzzy scent of peaches drifting over the table. We’d just settled in for our seated tasting (I was grateful for the break; my feet were still sore from wandering Queen Street). Our host, Sarah, handed us the list and grinned, “You have to try the peachwine — it’s kind of our thing.” I’m not usually into sweet wines but figured, why not? When in Canada, right?

The tasting felt easy — no pressure to swirl or sniff like a pro. Sarah chatted about VQA wines and how their grapes grow right by Lake Ontario. She pointed out a couple across from us who’d come every year since their honeymoon. There was this gentle hum of people talking, glasses clinking, sunlight sliding through the windows. I picked a rosé and a cab franc too (both local), and honestly, the peachwine surprised me — it tasted like biting into ripe fruit after a swim. My friend tried to pronounce “Gewürztraminer” and nearly choked on her own laughter. Sarah didn’t even blink; she just laughed along with us.

I liked that nobody rushed us. We could ask anything (“What does VQA mean again?”) and she explained without making us feel dumb. The whole thing lasted maybe half an hour but felt longer in a good way — time slows down when you’re sipping something cold and watching light move across old wooden tables. I still think about that taste sometimes, especially on hot days when regular wine just won’t do.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Seated wine tasting at Konzelmann Winery

• Arrive at Konzelmann Winery
• Choose three VQA wine samples
• Enjoy seated wine tasting experience
• Ask questions to Wine Consultants

Top questions

How many wines do you taste at Konzelmann Winery?

You get to choose three 1-oz samples of premium VQA wines during your seated tasting.

Is the famous peachwine included in the tasting?

Yes, you can select the peachwine as one of your three samples at Konzelmann Winery.

Is this wine tasting experience wheelchair accessible?

Yes, all areas and surfaces at Konzelmann Winery are wheelchair accessible.

Can children or infants join the seated tasting?

Infants and small children can attend if they’re in a pram or stroller; service animals are also allowed.

Are public transportation options available nearby?

Yes, there are public transportation options close to Konzelmann Estate Winery.

How long does the seated wine tasting last?

The guided seated tasting typically lasts around 30 minutes but isn’t rushed.

Do you need prior wine knowledge for this experience?

No prior knowledge is needed; local wine consultants guide you through everything.

What’s included

Your experience includes three 1-oz samples of premium VQA wines—red, white, rosé or their signature peachwine—served at your table with guidance from knowledgeable local consultants; alcoholic beverages are included throughout your relaxed visit.