Newfoundland and Labrador

Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada's easternmost province, boasts a rugged coastline ill-suited for grape cultivation. However, a handful of resilient producers craft fruit wines, drawing from traditional flavors like blueberries, strawberries, and raspberries, while also experimenting with new styles.

Today, all wine production, whether grape-based or otherwise, occurs exclusively on Newfoundland Island. Innovative blends, such as Chardonnay/Rhubarb, showcase the region's creative spirit. Some wineries even incorporate water extracted from icebergs into their products.

Today, all wine production, whether grape-based or otherwise, occurs exclusively on Newfoundland Island. Innovative blends, such as Chardonnay/Rhubarb, showcase the region's creative spirit. Some wineries even incorporate water extracted from icebergs into their products.

Notable for its historical significance, Newfoundland is linked to Vinland, an area believed to be settled by Vikings around 1000 AD.The term "Vinland," possibly translating to "Wine Land," alludes to abundant Vitis riparia vines encountered by the Vikings. Oral tradition speaks of plentiful "vinvioir" (wine wood), further affirming the presence of native vines.