Château des Charmes

Ontario Pinot Noir and Riesling from Niagara-on-the-Lake's cool terroir.

Château des Charmes operates in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, where cool-climate conditions favour aromatic whites and elegant reds. The winery's portfolio centres on Pinot Noir and Riesling—varieties that thrive in the region's temperamental growing season. The Paul Bosc Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir demonstrates the potential of the site's red wines, while two Rieslings—the Paul Bosc Estate Vineyard Icewine and Old Vines Riesling—showcase the region's aptitude for both dry and dessert expressions of the variety. These wines have been assessed by Wine Spectator, Wine Enthusiast, and Decanter. Niagara-on-the-Lake's proximity to Lake Ontario moderates temperature swings, allowing grapes to develop complexity without excess ripeness. The winery's focus on single-vineyard designations and old-vine selections reflects a commitment to site-specific character.