LaHave River Valley
Get to know the charm of the LaHave River Valley!
Soak in the rocky coastline views while driving along the south shore and explore how vineyards in this area rely on the unique terroir of one of the oldest grape growing regions in North America to make distinctive wines. Taste how the rocky Drumlin Hills can influence the wines, all while surrounded by the blues and purples of the lavender gardens. Enjoy the idyllic, and serene area located within 5-miles of three of the province’s most beautiful beaches.
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On your way to the Malagash Peninsula, experience Tidal Bore rafting in Shubenacadie. This thrilling activity underscores the impact of the tides on our wines, which is why we named our signature white wine Tidal Bay. Taste this exceptional wine style at Jost Vineyards, the province's largest and a pioneer winery. Their Seagrape Café perfectly exemplifies the "what grows together, goes together" theory, offering coastal-inspired wines paired with various seafood dishes.
Start your journey at the Grand Pré National Historic Site, then sample wines and enjoy lunch at the historical Domaine de Grand Pré, Nova Scotia's first commercial winery, home to Le Caveau restaurant. Continue to Mercator for single-vineyard tastings, and conclude with wood-fired pizza at Lightfoot and Wolfville, known for excellent bubbles and award-winning Pinot Noir. These three Wolfville-area wineries are easily accessible by bike.
Next, hike Cape Split for stunning Bay of Fundy views. Afterward, reward yourself with a glass at Blomidon Estates Winery to taste the seaside influence. Visit Planters Ridge for great wines and events like yoga or movie nights, and to explore rare varieties. Finish the day by exploring Acadia University or the Tangled Garden.
Start your Gaspereau Valley wine tour at Gaspereau Vineyards by parking and picking up a bike. Cycle 6 minutes to Benjamin Bridge, renowned for sparkling wine, and visit their newly renovated tasting room with valley views. Next, cycle up the hill to Luckett Vineyards for lunch, learning about their buried wine line, and call home from the authentic London phone booth. For insight into organic viticulture, visit L'Acadie Vineyards. Conclude your day back at Gaspereau Vineyards for a glass and snack on their vine-side patio, enjoying their dry Muscat.
Enjoy the South Mountain and Bay of Fundy views en route to Bear River Valley. Learn how granite soil and gravity-fed winemaking influence local wine flavor, noting that vineyards here date back to 1611. After a riverside lunch at Myrtle & Rosie’s Café, visit Bear River Vineyards. Taste their nationally awarded Pinot Gris and see their four-and-a-half-story 1883 bank barn, masterfully renovated for gravity-fed winemaking and featuring available guest rooms.
The drive through lush green rolling hills evokes a European feel, especially the panoramic view from the Lost Bell Wines tasting room. Bask in the sun at this warm Nova Scotia vineyard and enjoy a lively white. Conclude your day at Avondale Sky, learning how a retired church became their tasting room. With wines like Bliss and Nirvana, Avondale Sky offers a divine finish.
Explore Cape Breton's inland sea via the Bras D’Or Lakes scenic drive, watching for Marble Mountain Estates near Marble Mountain. Enjoy a glass and enhance your Gaelic. Though Cape Breton has only one winery, you can visit breweries like Breton Brew Co. and Big Spruce Brewing Company, and Glenora, a whisky distillery reflecting the area's strong Scottish influence.