friends cheering wine glasses together at a Kawartha Lakes winery

Friends visiting? Sample the wineries of Kawartha Lakes

Looking for a fun thing to do with friends who are coming to visit? Take them to the wineries of the Kawartha Lakes.

Currently there are two wineries in the Kawarthas.

Rolling Grape Vineyard is located in Bailieboro, just south of Peterborough.

Kawartha Country Wines is situated just a few minutes north of Buckhorn.

Key Takeaways – wineries at a glance

Aspect	Rolling Grape Vineyard	Kawartha Country Wines
Wine Offerings	Grapes wines	Fruit wines + ciders & coolers
Tastings	$2.50 for single/$6 for a flight of 3	Free
Tours	$45/per person	$15/per person
Setting	Picturesque family farm	Rustic countryside
Food	Wood-fired pizza, charcuterie boards, dessert	Wood-fired pizza on Fri., Sat., and Sun. from May 24 to Thanksgiving weekend.
Events	Live music, themed events	Live music, themed events
Hours	Thurs. – Sun., 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Closed Jan. – Feb.)	Daily, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Open year round)

What types of wines do they make?

Rolling Grape Vineyard produces wines from grapes.

For white wine lovers they offer a Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay. For red wine connoisseurs they sell a Gamay, Baco Noir, Merlot and Cabernet Franc.

Kawartha Country Wines produces over 40 varieties of fruit wines made from locally grown, farm-fresh fruit. They also produce ciders and wine coolers.

Both wineries sell their wines by the glass or bottle.

Do these Kawartha Lakes wineries have wine tastings?

Yes, both wineries offer wine tastings.

At Rolling Grape Vineyard a single tasting costs $2.50 or you can do a flight of three tastings for $6.

Kawartha Country Wines serves up samples of their wines for free.

Are there winery tours available?

Yes, you can take a tour of the winery at Rolling Grape Vineyard and Kawartha Country Wines.

The wine tour at Rolling Grape Vineyard must be booked in advance and is for 8 guests or more. The tour costs $45 per person (tax included).

The guided tour includes:

3-flight wine tasting
production room tour
sampling straight from the barrel
educational walk through the vineyard
full glass of wine with canapes

At Kawartha Country Wines their winery tour is for 4 guests or more. The tour costs $15 per person and must be booked a minimum of 24 hours in advance.

This guided winery tour includes:

tour of the winery and production area
tastings of a variety of wines, ciders and coolers
tastings of exclusive, soon-to-be-released products
a Kawartha Country Wines branded sampling glass to take home

What is the setting of these Kawartha Lakes wineries like?

The two Kawartha Lakes wineries are destinations where you can’t help but slow down, relax and take in the sights and sounds of nature.

The Rolling Grape Vineyard is situated in the picturesque, rolling countryside of Bailieboro, Ontario.

The vineyard, winery and expansive outdoor patio are nestled in the centre of a farm that has been in winemaker Jonathan Drew’s family for generations.

The rustic, 22-acre surroundings at Kawartha Country Wines is similarly conducive to chilling with friends.

The facilities are anchored by an authentic 1866 pioneer log cabin and 1889 board and batten house which host the tasting room, gift shop and wine making room.

Outside there are picnic tables where you can sip on a glass of wine and enjoy the view of the natural surroundings.

Is there food available at the wineries?

The Rolling Grape Vineyard is as well-known for the food they serve as the wines they make.

The menu is succinct but delicious. Items served include wood-fired pizza, generous charcuterie boards, baked brie and a chicken winter salad.

If you have a sweet tooth, you can dig into one of their dessert jars.

On Sundays they do a brunch that runs till 1:00 PM.

If you would like to include lunch with your visit to Kawartha Country Wines you have three days to choose from.

There’s no daily menu.

Instead they serve wood-fired pizza on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00 AM to 4:30 PM, from May 24 to Thanksgiving weekend.

Does either of these Kawartha Lakes wineries hold events?

If you want to plan your get together with friends when one of these Kawartha Lakes wineries is hosting an event, you’re in luck.

The Rolling Grape Vineyard and Kawartha Country Wines both feature an active calendar of activities.

At the Rolling Grape Vineyard they typically have live music on Thursdays and Sundays.

Throughout the year they also feature special events.

These range from harvest dinners, markets, dancing, theme nights and more.

Check the Rolling Grape Vineyard Events page to see what’s coming up.

Kawartha Country Wines is equally committed to adding to the experience at their winery.

On Sunday afternoons they typically feature live music.

No matter what month it is they have an eclectic mix of activities and events taking place.

Outings include everything from Jazz & Dinner Night to painting & wine, astrology readings, belly dancing lessons and more.

Before you plan your visit review the Kawartha Country Wines Events page.

When is each Kawartha Lakes winery open?

The winery at Rolling Grape Vineyard is open Thursday to Sunday, from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

During the winter, the winery is closed for the months of January and February. However you can still pick up wine by appointment.

Kawartha Country Wines is open all year round, 7 days a week, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Enjoy a distinctly Kawarthas experience with friends

Go on a tour and tasting.

Participate in an event or activity.

Or sit at a table, sip a glass of wine and drink in the serene surroundings.

Whether you’re a wine enthusiast or simply seeking a relaxing day out, a visit to the wineries of Kawartha Lakes makes for a wonderful thing to do with friends.