Bear River Vineyards

Bear River Vineyards is home to some of Nova Scotia’s first vinifera varieties, which were planted in the late 1990s. The winery is housed in a masterfully-renovated bank-barn that was built in 1883. For those who wish to extend their stay and soak in the history and ambiance, there is also a guest room located in the winery. They utilize the unique four and a half storey layout of the barn for a primarily gravity-fed winemaking process. The microclimate in Bear River allows for the production of vinifera such Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Riesling, and Gamay (Susan often says they bought the winery because of the Gamay!). They also produce some traditional blends.