VQA means
100% Ontario wine Guaranteed.
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.
Ontario Appellations
Wine in Ontario is intimately and dynamically related to a sense of place.
The land and climate, the nuances of soil and sun; the minerality and diversity of landscapes – influencing conditions across Ontario while creating unique regions for the production of grapes and wine. Discover Ontario’s unique wine appellations.
Maps and Data
Discover the geography behind Ontario’s world-class wine regions.
Access detailed VQA appellation maps, boundary information, and technical data to better understand the province’s designated wine-growing areas and the unique characteristics that define them.
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.