Avondale Sky Winery
80 Avondale Cross Road, Newport, NS, NS B0N 2A0
Housed in a restored 19th-century church, Avondale Sky Winery captures the essence of Nova Scotia's burgeoning wine industry and blends it seamlessly with history, natural beauty, and a warm hospitality. Here, excellent wines, scenic vineyards, and a sense of serenity come together to create a memorable wine-tasting destination.
The basics
Make a day of it with a trip to Avondale Sky Winery—enjoy a tasting experience to discover your new favorite wine, before grabbing lunch or dinner at their award-winning restaurant. It’s the ideal experience for foodies and wine-lovers; you can discover the perfect pairings for each dish, and enjoy a meal prepared with fresh, local ingredients. You can sample several white wines, including L’Acadie Blanc, Pinot noir, and Muscat; red wines such as Maréchal Foch, Leon Millot and DeChaunac, plus rosé and ice wines.
Things to know before you go
Drinking age in Nova Scotia is 19.
Bring sturdy shoes so you can discover some of the hikes in the area.
Get the inside scoop before you go and listen to the Avondale Sky podcast, available on the winery’s website.
How to get there
From Halifax, it’s a 1-hour drive along the NS-101 W road. If you’d rather not worry about being the designated driver, opt for a tour of Nova Scotia wine country that includes a stop at Avondale Sky Winery so you can fully relax with a glass.
When to get there
Both the restaurant and retail side of the winery are open from early afternoon to evening, from Wednesday to Sunday. Nova Scotia itself is beautiful in the summer and fall, so visit from August to October for pleasant temperatures and vibrant autumn foliage.
Where to dine on gourmet cuisine
For an extra-special dining experience, book a seat at one of the Mosher House dinners. Set in a 19th-century farmhouse, this extravagant meal is the perfect way to discover the taste of Nova Scotia, accompanied by carefully selected wine pairings for each course. Make sure to book ahead of time, as the event sells out quickly.
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