Palatine Hills Estate Winery

Palatine Hills Estate Winery is rooted in the Niagara Lakeshore, where the Neufeld family has been farming the land since 1972. What began as orchards and labrusca vines slowly turned into something bigger. For nearly three decades, the Neufelds grew grapes for other wineries, quietly building a reputation for high-quality fruit. Then a bumper harvest in the late 1990s sparked a new idea: turn those grapes into wine. The very first batch of Icewine won major awards, and by 2003, Palatine Hills officially became a winery. The guiding belief has always been simple: great wine begins in the vineyard. Clearing the land even uncovered remnants from the War of 1812, adding history to the soil beneath every vine. Today, the winery is run by second-generation brothers Johnny and Charles Neufeld, who carry forward their parents’ legacy with a fresh, creative edge. The Neufeld family grows the fruit for Palatine Hills wines right here on our estate farm within the Niagara Lakeshore sub-appellation, with a continued commitment to sustainable farming. The tasting room still feels like the family farm it once was with vaulted ceilings, rustic charm, dogs on the patio, and people who prefer their wine served with fresh air and good company. In recent years, the brothers have reimagined the brand through Ramblers Supply Co, seasonal events, outdoor experiences, and a modern line of wines that embrace the spirit of the outdoors. From campfires and patios to long tables and quiet afternoons among the vines, Palatine Hills has become a destination for people who love wine without the pressure, pretension, or polished script. It is a family-run estate built to welcome everyone from serious wine drinkers to weekend wanderers, and the Neufelds continue to evolve the business with creativity, community, and a love for the land that raised them.