We at Quai du Vin Estate Winery, wish to congratulate you on your upcoming celebration of marriage and are pleased to offer our wine services to you for your special day. Click here for Helpful Hints on the right quantity and selection of wine for your occasion.

Your 'Vintage' Wedding

Dear Happily Engaged!

Are you & your fiancé searching for a unique & natural outdoor setting for your upcoming wedding day? Quai du Vin Estate Winery is proud to feature our newly expanded outdoor facilities for your consideration. Exchange your vows in a timeless setting. Imagine sunlight filtering through dappled leaves as you say "I do" in our forest glade. Imagine walking up the aisle to take photos in the vineyard while your guests socialize and relax in our new pavilion tent. Then join your guests for your catered reception and an evening of entertainment without the worry of travelling to different venues or time delays. Make the day as formal or casual as you wish. Quai du Vin will assist with knowledgeable advice and recommendations while you make all your plans.

Check List 8 to 14 Months

Wine Selection
In our retail store, you will find a variety of beverages including white, blush, red, & fruit wines and non-alcoholic sparkling juices. The majority of our wines are available to taste at our sampling bar. Please ask a staff member for a complimentary sample.

Private Labelling
There are no minimum numbers required to order a private label. The cost of this service is a flat fee of $10.00 which is our set up charge for the first variety of wine. Each additional variety is a $2.00 set-up charge. We produce all of our labels on site and we guarantee 24 hour service.

Glass Service
5 oz. glasses are available in containers of 36. 6 oz. and 8 oz. glasses are available in containers of 25. The rental cost of wine glasses is 20 cents per glass which includes washing. Lost or broken glasses are subject to a replacement fee of $2.40 per glass. For a more casual event, plastic wine glasses are available for $2.00 per sleeve of 10 glasses or $4.00 per sleeve of 20.

Suggested Proportions
The Quai du Vin golden rule of proportions is three people per 750ml. bottle of wine. This ensures enough for each person to enjoy two glasses.

At Quai du Vin Estate Winery, all prices include GST, PST and a deposit of 25 cents per bottle. Our wines are available exclusively at the winery, where smiles are always free.

Helpful Hints for Selecting Your Wine

1. The traditional rule of thumb is that white wines are served with white meats and seafood and that red wines are served with red meats and richer, more flavourful foods. Today, the primary reason for selecting a wine is to satisfy an individual taste regardless of the compatibility with the food. There is nothing wrong with this, after all the bottom line should be that you drink what you like.
   
   
2. When selecting wines for your reception, you must consider the nature of the crowd attending. The most popular wines are white with some residual sweetness. These wines are most often selected for large gatherings because they satisfy the broad spectrum of those in attendance. The staff at quai du vin will help you to identify the mix of your crowd and most suitably select a wine. For example, a senior crowd tends to prefer sweeter wines.
   
   
3. Generally, with larger gatherings, the recommendation is to keep things simple by only providing one wine. Numerous types of wine can become confusing and those attending would not appreciate the differences. The selection of different types of wine only works with specific wine colours, ie. reds, whites and blushes where the differences are obvious. In this case the primary wine would normally be 70% white with the balance made up of red or blush. If you choose to feature only one wine, you may want to offer another wine (ie. red) behind the bar for those who ask.
   
   
4. One 750 ml. bottle contains 6 - 4 oz. servings. During the normal course of the meal, most will consume two glasses of wine. The duration of the meal will also dictate the consumption pattern. At a wedding reception, for example, an estimate of 3 people per bottle should be adequate.
   
   
5. A glass service is available. We have three sizes for rent: 5,6 or 8 ounce sizes. Bear in mind, the larger glass will effect the amounts required per person. The estimate of three people per bottle is assuming an average drinking crowd and a 6 oz. Glass. If you know your crowd just loves wine, then increase the amounts accordingly.