Thank you for supporting Ontario’s VQA appellation system.
The VQA appellation system exists because Ontario wineries believe that origin, authenticity and truth in labelling matter.
By participating in VQA, wineries make a shared commitment to standards that protect consumers and celebrate the unique character of Ontario wine and wine appellations.
As the Ontario Wine Appellation Authority, our role is to administer the VQA system, uphold its consumer protection mandate, and protect the integrity of Ontario appellations through independent certification, oversight and education.
Together with Ontario wineries, we ensure that when consumers choose VQA, they can trust what is on the label to be 100% Ontario wine. Guaranteed.
Thank you for being part of Ontario’s VQA community.
VQA Program
The Ontario Wine Appellation Authority ensures every VQA wine meets origin and quality standards.
With origin and composition auditing, laboratory testing, tasting by an independent expert panel, and a comprehensive label review, consumers can trust the label integrity that VQA offers.
Ontario Appelations
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.
Join VQA
Is your winery thinking about making VQA wines? If you are making wine from 100% Ontario grown grapes and care about quality and authenticity, discover how your winery can join the VQA program and showcase your wines as VQA certified.
Learn about our Appellation Courses
Discover Ontario’s unique wine appellations. VQA Appellation Academy offers a comprehensive, engaging exploration of Ontario’s wine regions, designed for wine enthusiasts, hospitality professionals, and students alike.