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ONTARIO VQA WINE APPELLATIONS COURSE – NOW AVAILABLE! Calling all Ontario wineries! Want to learn more about our Ontario VQA Wine Appellations? Take our new course! This course is designed to...
View Article2023 OWAA Annual Report now available
2023 HIGHLIGHTS New strategic goals for a strong foundation of value, integrity and authenticity in Ontario’s appellation system 192 participating wineries 2329 wine approvals issued Identity refresh...
View ArticleWinery convicted on VQA charges
On November 2023, Locust Lane Winery pleaded guilty to 12 charges under the VQA Act related to using VQA terms and descriptions without approval from the Wine Authority. The charges resulted from...
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HOLIDAY CLOSURE The Ontario Wine Appellation Authority offices will be closing at noon on Friday Dec. 22 and re-opening on Tuesday Jan. 2, 2024. We wish all of our winery members a safe and happy...
View Article2023 Vintage Report
Vintage REPORT 2023 UNIQUE WEATHER MAKES UNIQUE WINE. The 2023 vintage in Ontario has been a testament to the resilience of the region’s vineyards and the craftsmanship of its winemakers. Despite...
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The Ontario Wine Appellation Authority Board of Directors is seeking feedback on a number of proposed VQA regulation changes. Please submit your comments in writing to Laurie Macdonald...
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