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🍎🍷 **SATURDAY SWEET SIPS — CARAMEL APPLE MARTINI EDITION!** 🍷🍎🍂✨ **CARAMEL APPLES AREN'T JUST FOR FALL FAIRS ANYMORE!** ...
10/17/2026

🍎🍷 **SATURDAY SWEET SIPS — CARAMEL APPLE MARTINI EDITION!** 🍷🍎

🍂✨ **CARAMEL APPLES AREN'T JUST FOR FALL FAIRS ANYMORE!** ✨🍂

Who doesn't love the delicious combination of crisp apples and rich, buttery caramel? 😍

Well, imagine those flavours in a glass!

This Saturday, we're featuring **W**expert Island Mist Caramel Apple Martini** — a sweet, fruity w**e that's perfect for cozy autumn evenings! 🍁

🍏 **WHAT MAKES IT SO DELICIOUS?**

🍎 **Juicy Apple Flavour** — Fresh, fruity apple goodness in every sip!

🍮 **Rich Caramel Notes** — A smooth, sweet caramel flavour that makes this w**e feel like a special treat.

🍷 **Sweet & Refreshing** — A delicious balance of fruity apple and indulgent caramel.

🍂 **FUN FALL SERVING IDEAS!**

✨ **THE CARAMEL APPLE TREAT:** Serve well chilled in a pretty glass with a thin apple slice on the rim.

🍮 **MAKE IT EXTRA INDULGENT:** Drizzle a little caramel sauce around the inside of your glass before pouring!

🥂 **ADD SOME SPARKLE:** Mix with a splash of sparkling water for a light, bubbly fall spritzer.

🍎 **DESSERT PAIRING:** Enjoy alongside warm apple crisp, apple pie or cinnamon sugar doughnuts. YUM! 🤤

🎃 **PERFECT FOR FALL GET-TOGETHERS!**

Whether you're hosting a Halloween party, having friends over for a cozy evening or simply relaxing after a busy week, Caramel Apple Martini brings a little sweetness to the occasion!

❤️ **AND THE BEST PART?**

You can make your very own batch of **W**expert Caramel Apple Martini** right here at **Goodness Grapes!**

🍁 **Apple picking, cozy sweaters, colourful leaves and a glass of Caramel Apple Martini… now THAT sounds like fall!**

📍 **Goodness Grapes**\
66 Idylewylde St., Fort Erie\
📞 905-994-9463

🍇 **Great W**e. Made By You.**

👇 **HOW WOULD YOU ENJOY IT?**\
🍎 With a slice of fresh apple?\
🍮 With a caramel drizzle?\
🥂 Or chilled straight from the fridge?

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🍂🍷 **FUN FOOD PAIRING FRIDAY — BUTTERNUT SQUASH RAVIOLI & VIOGNIER!** 🍷🍂Who's ready for a little fall comfort food with ...
10/16/2026

🍂🍷 **FUN FOOD PAIRING FRIDAY — BUTTERNUT SQUASH RAVIOLI & VIOGNIER!** 🍷🍂

Who's ready for a little fall comfort food with a delicious twist? 😍

This week's pairing is something a little different, but absolutely perfect for autumn!

🍝 **BUTTERNUT SQUASH RAVIOLI WITH BROWN BUTTER & SAGE**\
🥂 **PAIRED WITH W**EXPERT CLASSIC VIOGNIER!**

Picture this… tender pasta filled with sweet, creamy butternut squash, tossed in a golden brown butter sauce with crispy sage leaves, a sprinkle of Parmesan and maybe a few toasted walnuts. 🤤

Now pour yourself a chilled glass of **Viognier**, and you've got a match made in fall heaven!

🍷 **WHY DOES THIS PAIRING WORK?**

🍑 **Peach & Apricot Notes** — Viognier's beautiful stone-fruit flavours complement the natural sweetness of butternut squash.

🌸 **Delicate Floral Aromas** — Add a lovely contrast to the earthy, fragrant sage.

🧈 **A Smooth, Refreshing Finish** — Helps balance the richness of the brown butter sauce without overpowering the dish.

🍁 **WANT TO MAKE IT EXTRA SPECIAL?**

Add some toasted pecans, a little freshly grated Parmesan and a pinch of nutmeg. It's like autumn on a plate!

❤️ **THE BEST PART?**

You can make your very own **W**expert Classic Viognier** right here at Goodness Grapes!

And with the cooler evenings settling in, this is the kind of cozy dinner that makes staying home feel like a treat.

📍 **Goodness Grapes**\
66 Idylewylde St., Fort Erie\
📞 905-994-9463

🍇 **Great W**e. Made By You.**

👇 **Have you ever tried butternut squash ravioli, or is this one going on your fall dinner menu?**

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🍷✨ **W**E INFO WEDNESDAY — THREE GRAPES, ONE DELICIOUS RED!** ✨🍷This week we're featuring **W**expert Classic Grenache S...
10/14/2026

🍷✨ **W**E INFO WEDNESDAY — THREE GRAPES, ONE DELICIOUS RED!** ✨🍷

This week we're featuring **W**expert Classic Grenache Shiraz Mourvèdre**, also known as **GSM!** 🍇

If you love a rich, flavourful red w**e with a little spice and plenty of character, this is one you'll want to try!

🍇 **WHAT IS GSM?**

GSM is a blend of three grape varieties, each bringing something special to the glass!

❤️ **GRENACHE** — Adds juicy fruit character, warmth and smoothness.

🍷 **SHIRAZ** — Brings bold dark-fruit flavours, richness and a touch of spice.

🍇 **MOURVÈDRE** — Adds structure, depth and savoury complexity.

Together, they create a beautifully balanced red w**e that's full of flavour!

🍷 **WHAT DOES IT TASTE LIKE?**

🫐 **Blackberry** — Rich, dark berry flavours.

🍫 **Dark Chocolate** — A delicious touch of richness.

✨ **Spice** — Adds warmth and complexity to every sip.

**THE W**E PROFILE:**

🍷 13% Alcohol\
🍇 Dry\
❤️ Medium-Full Body\
🪵 Heavy Oak\
⏳ Ready to bottle in approximately 4 weeks!

🍽️ **WHAT SHOULD YOU PAIR IT WITH?**

This GSM is a wonderful choice for hearty meals, especially as the cooler fall weather settles in!

🥩 Grilled steak or roast beef\
🍖 BBQ ribs or slow-cooked meats\
🍝 Pasta with a rich tomato or meat sauce\
🍕 Meat lovers' pizza\
🧀 Aged cheddar and other bold cheeses\
🍄 Roasted mushrooms

🍂 **OUR FALL PICK:** A slow-cooked beef roast with garlic, rosemary and roasted potatoes, paired with a glass of GSM. Now THAT sounds like comfort food!

❤️ **WHY WE LOVE IT:** You get the best of three grape varieties in one delicious bottle, and with W**expert Classic, you can make approximately 30 bottles of your very own w**e!

📍 Goodness Grapes
66 Idylewylde St., Fort Erie
📞 905-994-9463

🍇 Great W**e. Made By You.

👇 Have you ever tried a GSM blend, or would this be a new w**e for you?

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🍷🎨 W**E TIP TUESDAY — CAN YOU GUESS A W**E’S AGE BY ITS COLOUR? 🎨🍷Did you know that w**e changes colour as it ages? And ...
10/13/2026

🍷🎨 W**E TIP TUESDAY — CAN YOU GUESS A W**E’S AGE BY ITS COLOUR? 🎨🍷

Did you know that w**e changes colour as it ages? And here's the interesting part… red and white w**es tend to change in opposite ways! 😲

🍷 RED W**ES LOSE COLOUR AS THEY AGE!

❤️ Young Reds: Often have bright ruby-red or purple tones.

🧱 Aging Reds: Gradually develop softer, brick-red or garnet shades.

🤎 Older Reds: May take on tawny, reddish-brown tones, especially around the edges of the glass.

🥂 WHITE W**ES GET DARKER AS THEY AGE!

💛 Young Whites: Often appear pale lemon-yellow, sometimes with a hint of green.

✨ Aging Whites: Can develop richer golden colours.

🍯 Older Whites: May deepen into amber shades.

🔍 TRY THIS AT HOME!

Next time you pour a glass of w**e, hold it against a white background and take a good look at its colour.

You might be surprised at what you notice!

💡 ONE IMPORTANT THING TO REMEMBER: Colour can give you clues about a w**e's age, but it doesn't tell the whole story. Grape variety, w**emaking methods and storage conditions all play a role. And a darker colour doesn't automatically mean a w**e is better!

🍇 FUN FACT: Not every w**e is meant to age for years. Many w**es are at their most enjoyable while they're still young, fresh and fruity!

At Goodness Grapes, we love sharing little w**e facts that make every glass a little more interesting! ❤️

📍 Goodness Grapes 66 Idylewylde St., Fort Erie 📞 905-994-9463

🍇 Great W**e. Made By You.

👇 Have you ever noticed a bottle of w**e changing colour as it gets older?

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🍷🍒 SATURDAY SWEET SIPS — WHITE CRANBERRY EDITION! 🍒🍷🍂✨ A LITTLE SWEET, A LITTLE TART, AND PERFECT FOR FALL! ✨🍂Thanksgivi...
10/10/2026

🍷🍒 SATURDAY SWEET SIPS — WHITE CRANBERRY EDITION! 🍒🍷

🍂✨ A LITTLE SWEET, A LITTLE TART, AND PERFECT FOR FALL! ✨🍂

Thanksgiving weekend is here, and we're celebrating with a deliciously refreshing favourite — W**expert Island Mist White Cranberry! ❤️

If you love a w**e that's fruity, light and easy to enjoy, this one deserves a spot in your glass!

🍷 WHAT MAKES WHITE CRANBERRY SO DELICIOUS?

🍒 Refreshing Cranberry Flavour — A lovely balance of sweet and tart.

🍇 Light & Fruity — Smooth, refreshing and easy to sip.

❄️ Best Served Chilled — Perfect straight from the fridge!

🍁 SWEET SIPS SERVING IDEAS!

✨ Pour it into a pretty w**e glass with a few frozen cranberries.

🍊 Add a slice of orange for a festive fall touch.

🥂 Mix with a splash of sparkling water for a refreshing, bubbly w**e spritzer.

🦃 Serve it alongside your Thanksgiving appetizers, cheese boards or turkey dinner!

And here's a fun idea: White Cranberry makes a beautiful holiday w**e to share with family and friends! 🎄🍷

Whether you're enjoying a cozy Saturday afternoon, hosting Thanksgiving dinner or planning ahead for holiday get-togethers, this sweet and refreshing w**e is a wonderful choice.

❤️ THE BEST PART? You can make your very own batch at Goodness Grapes!

📍 Goodness Grapes 66 Idylewylde St., Fort Erie 📞 905-994-9463

🍇 Great W**e. Made By You.

👇 How would YOU enjoy White Cranberry — chilled on its own or as a sparkling spritzer? 🥂

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🍂🍷 FUN FOOD PAIRING FRIDAY — THANKSGIVING EDITION! 🦃🍁Thanksgiving weekend is almost here, and you know what that means… ...
10/09/2026

🍂🍷 FUN FOOD PAIRING FRIDAY — THANKSGIVING EDITION! 🦃🍁

Thanksgiving weekend is almost here, and you know what that means… turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, pumpkin pie and, of course, W**E! 😍

But which w**es pair best with your Thanksgiving feast? We've got some delicious suggestions!

🦃 ROAST TURKEY + PINOT NOIR 🍷 A match made in Thanksgiving heaven! Pinot Noir's bright red-fruit flavours and gentle tannins complement roasted turkey without overpowering it. And it's delicious with stuffing and cranberry sauce, too!

🥔 MASHED POTATOES & GRAVY + CHARDONNAY 🥂 Rich, buttery mashed potatoes and savoury gravy are wonderful with a smooth Chardonnay. Its fruit flavours and refreshing acidity help balance all that creamy goodness!

🍠 ROASTED SQUASH & SWEET POTATOES + VIOGNIER 🍑 Viognier's lovely peach and apricot notes pair beautifully with the natural sweetness of fall vegetables. Add a little cinnamon or nutmeg, and you've got a cozy autumn combination!

🥧 PUMPKIN PIE + DESSERT W**E 🍷 Don't forget dessert! A sweet dessert w**e is a lovely way to finish your Thanksgiving meal. Its richness complements the warm spices in pumpkin pie.

🍁 OUR THANKSGIVING W**E TIP: You don't need a different w**e for every dish! A versatile Pinot Noir and a refreshing white like Chardonnay can take you through most of the meal.

Whether you're hosting the whole family or enjoying a quiet Thanksgiving dinner, great food, great company and great w**e make the holiday even better! ❤️

From all of us at Goodness Grapes, wishing you a wonderful Thanksgiving weekend filled with delicious food and special moments! 🦃🍂

📍 Goodness Grapes 66 Idylewylde St., Fort Erie 📞 905-994-9463

🍇 Great W**e. Made By You.

👇 Thanksgiving dinner debate: Are you TEAM TURKEY or TEAM SIDE DISHES? 😂

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🍷✨ **W**E INFO WEDNESDAY — OLD VINE ZINFANDEL!** ✨🍷If you love a rich, fruit-forward red with plenty of character, meet ...
10/07/2026

🍷✨ **W**E INFO WEDNESDAY — OLD VINE ZINFANDEL!** ✨🍷

If you love a rich, fruit-forward red with plenty of character, meet W**expert Private Reserve Zinfandel — Lodi Old Vines

This bold Zinfandel is made in a style that showcases everything Zin lovers enjoy — **ripe dark fruit, warming spice and a rich, lingering finish.**

TASTING NOTES

🫐 Ripe Blackberry
🍒 Dark Cherry
🍑 Jammy Plum
🪵 Toasty Oak
✨ Baking Spice
🤎 Hints of Vanilla

The intense fruit is balanced with structure and a plush texture, finishing with a delicious **spice-laced finish that lingers after every sip.**

🍷 14% Alcohol - Dry - Full Body - Medium oak - Contains Grape Skins

🍽️ **WHAT’S FOR DINNER?**

Think BBQ ribs, grilled steak, burgers, smoked meats, hearty pasta or aged cheeses. This is a w**e that can stand up beautifully to big, rich flavours.

If you’re a fan of bold Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz or other full-bodied reds, this Old Vine Zinfandel is definitely worth discovering. ❤️🍷

📍 Goodness Grapes
66 Idylewylde St., Fort Erie
🍇 Great W**e. Made By You.

👇 **Any Zinfandel lovers out there? Or is this one you haven’t tried yet?**

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🍷👃 W**E TIP TUESDAY — YOUR PERFUME COULD BE CHANGING YOUR W**E! 👃🍷Did you know that what you're wearing can affect how y...
10/06/2026

🍷👃 W**E TIP TUESDAY — YOUR PERFUME COULD BE CHANGING YOUR W**E! 👃🍷
Did you know that what you're wearing can affect how you experience your w**e?
We're talking about perfume, cologne and strongly scented lotions! 🌸
A huge part of what we think of as “taste” actually comes from our sense of smell. W**e can have delicate aromas of fruit, flowers, spice, oak, vanilla and so much more — but strong fragrances around you can compete with those aromas.
💡 TODAY'S TIP: If you're planning a w**e tasting, try skipping the heavy perfume or cologne and keep scented candles and strong air fresheners away from the tasting area.
Then give your w**e a sniff before your first sip. 👃🍷
You might be surprised by just how many aromas you can pick out when there aren't other fragrances getting in the way!
Sometimes enjoying your w**e more isn't about changing the w**e at all — it's about changing what's around it. ❤️
📍 Goodness Grapes
66 Idylewylde St., Fort Erie
🍇 Great W**e. Made By You.
👇 Have you ever noticed a scent in the room interfering with the aroma of your w**e?
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66 Idylewylde Street
Fort Erie, ON
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Tuesday 10am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 10am - 4:30pm
Thursday 10am - 4:30pm
Friday 10am - 4:30pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm

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