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February 2012 Events

February 11, 2012 at 12:00 PM to February 12, 2011 at 5:00 PM
SWOVA: Festival of Ice 2012
Enjoy our annual Winter Celebration by visiting the participating Essex Pelee Island Coast Wineries for an array of ice, snow and wine filled activities. Follow the Wine Route to find ice sculptures, skating, bonfires, mulled wine, tours, food and best of all delicious Canadian Icewine made in your backyard. Admission is a canned food donation to our local food banks. Also, you will be entered in a draw to win a gift basket featuring wine from all participating wineries.Hope to see you Saturday & Sunday, noon- 5pm.
info@swova.ca
www.swova.ca

February 11, 2012 at 11:00 AM to February 12, 2012 at 5:00 PM
Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery: Festival of Ice
Bring the family out for a skate on our Winery's pond and enjoy the spectacular view of a frozen Lake Erie. Break from your skate for warm drinks such as mulled wine, hot chocolate, or delicious Icewine around the fire. Complimentary treats are also available to enjoy while perusing the works of Essex County's writer's association indoors. BBQ lunch will be available for purchase. Come out and enjoy the splendor of the Festival of Ice.
519-738-9253
info@sprucewoodshores.com
http://www.sprucewoodshores.com/events/2012/2/11/f

February 11, 2012 at 11:00 AM to February 12, 2011 at 5:00 PM
Pelee Island Winery: Festival Of Ice 2012
Come celebrate the spirit of the winter season with Pelee Island Winery for the 2012 Festival of Ice. We will be offering free tours and tastings all weekend as well as wine/ icewine pairings with icewine truffles made with our very own Cabernet franc icewine.
519-733-6551
inquiries@peleeisland.com
www.peleeisland.com

February 11, 2012 at 12:00 PM to February 12, 2012 at 4:00 PM
Colchester Ridge Estate Winery: Festival of Ice Open House
Get out and enjoy the winter weather with a trip to your local wineries. CREW will be taking part in the Festival of Ice, Saturday February 11th, 12-5pm and Sunday February 12th, 12-4pm. Guests will be provided with our "10 Things To Do With Ice Wine" recipe cards, 3 wine samples (including our decadent 2008 Gewurztraminer Ice Wine), and delicious treats to enjoy while seeing a demonstration on how to create the perfect Ice Wine Martini. Glasses of wine and Ice Wine Martini's will by available for $5/glass. Canned good or $2 donation per person to join in the fun! Call for more information.
519-738-9800
info@colchesterridge.com
www.colchesterridge.com

February 11, 2012 at 12:00 PM to February 12, 2012 at 5:00 PM
Mastronardi Estate Winery: Festival of Ice 2012-Warm up with Winter Reds
Of course we'll sample our delectable Double International Gold medal Icewine! But we are also featuring our red releases: 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon & 2008 Merlot Cabernet! Warm up with these sumptuous full bodied reds during a barrel room presentation at 12P.M & 2 p.m both Saturday and Sunday! Tasty treats and wine by the glass will also be available!
519-733-9463
eadie@mastronardiwines.com
www.mastronardiwines.com

February 11, 2012 at 12:00 PM to February 12, 2012 at 5:00 PM
Cooper's Hawk Vineyards: FESTIVAL OF ICE
Join us for a weekend of fun!! Tobogganing,snow angels and snowman building (weather premitting) !! Then warm up next to the bonfire with a hot chocolate or mulled wine (available for purchase). Wonder thru our retail store,taste our wines while enjoying some cheese and appitizers. Admission - is a can good donated to the local food bank.
519-738-4295
tgonneau@coopershawkvineyards.com
www.coopershawkvineyards.com

February 11, 2012 at 12:00 PM to February 12, 2011 at 5:00 PM
D'Angelo Vineyards Estate Winery: Festival of Ice
Come CHILL with us at the Winery on Saturday & Sunday 12-5pm for our annual winter celebration. Sample our great selection of dessert wines including our Vidal Icewine & Dolce Vita for a perfect Icewine Martini. Take a tour of the Winery at 1pm on Sat. Enter to win a D'Angelo gift basket & a gift basket from all participating Wineries. Admission is a canned good donation to our local food bank. For more info please give us a call.
519-736-7959
dangelowinery@xplornet.com
www.dangelowinery.com

February 11, 2012 at 12:00 PM to February 11, 2011 at 5:00 PM
Colio Estate Winery: 12th Annual Festival of Ice - Saturday Main Event
Saturday: MAIN EVENT Complimentary Admission! Please bring a canned good for the local food bank. Come see professional ice carvers. Vote on your favourite ice sculpture and help choose the winner of the Peoples' Choice Award. Ever tried icewine from an ice luge? You'll have to come out and try it! Take in one of three complimentary winery tours at 12:30pm, 2pm, or 3:30pm Delicious icewine and swwet treats by Canadian Bread Bakers. Artisan cheese by Far Flung Foods. Good hot eats and wine sampling. Winery tours. In-store specials. Fill out a ballot for a chance to win door prizes or our grand prize. Also enter to win SWOVA's grand prize. Fun for the whole family. Snow or shine. Things to see and do both indoors and out. Bundle up and wear your winter booties.
519-738-2241
cheers@coliowinery.com
www.coliowinery.com

February 11, 2012 at 6:00 PM to February 11, 2012 at 11:00 PM
Cooper's Hawk Vineyards: Valentine's Dinner at Cooper's Hawk Vineyards
Romance your sweetheart with dinner prepared by Chef Jeff Wright and a bottle of wine to share. Tickets are limited. Dinner is at 6pm Tickets are $150.00 ( tax included)
519-738-4295 o
tgonneau@coopershawkvineyards.com
www.coopershawkvineyards.com

February 12, 2012 at 12:00 PM to February 12, 2011 at 5:00 PM
Colio Estate Winery: 12th Annual Festival of Ice
Sunday: View Finished Ice Sculptures See who won the Peoples' Choice Award for the best ice carving. Complimentary cheese & crackers, tours and tasting. See unique gift and jewelry items from Baubles by Blue. Enter to win Colio and SWOVA's grand prize.
519-738-2241
cheers@coliowinery.com
www.coliowinery.com

February 14, 2012 at 6:00 PM to February 14, 2011 at 9:00 PM
Colchester Ridge Estate Winery: Canvas & Couples at CREW!
Join us, Tuesday February 14th from 6 to 9pm for "Canvas & Couples at CREW", presented by Paint Brushes n Bottles! Enjoy an hour of wine tasting, hors d'oeuvres, a complimentary glass of wine, and mingling with guests before creating a masterpiece with your partner. Bring family, a friend, or that special someone to help you create a work of art. Canvas and supplies will all be provided. NO TALENT REQUIRED! Come out and enjoy a night of unserious art and serious fun! $60/person. Call for tickets: 519-738-4953 or email paintbrushesnbottles@gmail.com
519-738-9800
info@colchesterridge.com
www.colchesterridge.com

February 25, 2012 at 12:00 PM to February 25, 2011 at 5:00 PM
Colchester Ridge Estate Winery: February Open House
Come to CREW, Saturday February 25th 12-5pm for our end-of-the-month open house. Guests can enjoy 3 wine samples, delicious tapas, and the works of art created by the students & teachers of Paint Brushes n Bottles! Glasses of wine will be available for $5/glass. Come out and enjoy your Saturday with CREW! Admission: $2/person.
519-738-9800
info@colchesterridge.com
www.colchesterridge.com


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