VQA = 100% Ontario
As Ontario’s Wine Authority we are the regulatory agency
Responsible for maintaining the integrity of local wine appellations, enforcing winemaking and labelling standards, and ensuring VQA wines are authentic wines of origin & quality.
Consumer PROTECTION
If you want to know where your wine comes from – look for the VQA declaration on the front label.
With origin and composition auditing, laboratory testing, tasting by an expert panel, and a comprehensive label review, consumers can trust the label integrity that VQA offers.
How the VQA Program Works
Every VQA wine must meet rigorous standards that verify its origin, quality, and authenticity.
From vineyard to bottle, the VQA program ensures that wines bearing the VQA designation are made from Ontario-grown grapes and meet strict production and tasting requirements.
How
the Appellation System Works
Ontario’s VQA appellation system is the foundation of the province’s world-class wines.
Discover how appellations define where grapes are grown, the standards that ensure quality, and the unique characteristics that make each wine region and sub-appellation distinct.
Meet our Producers
Explore Ontario’s VQA wine producers and discover the people, places, and award-winning wines that make Ontario one of Canada’s premier wine destinations.
Take our courses
Whether you’re a wine enthusiast, hospitality professional, student, or simply curious about Ontario wine, the VQA Appellation Academy is the best place to start. Learn how Ontario’s VQA appellation system works, explore the province’s unique wine regions, and discover what makes VQA wines a trusted mark of quality.