Reif Estate is primarily known for playing an important in role pioneering the Ontario wine Industry, as well as planting some of the first Vitis vinifera vines in the Niagara region.

[1] Before Reif Estate Winery settled on the banks of the Niagara River, the family tradition of winemaking traces back 13 generations, starting in Germany.

[1] In 1977, Ewald Reif moved to Canada and purchase a plot of land, where the winery is still situated today.

The Niagara River sub-appellation is characterized by its east facing slopes, offering grape varieties necessary sun exposure during the day.

In addition, the Niagara river acts as a convective current which moderates vineyard temperatures and ultimately extends the growing season.