For this episode, we welcome Louise Engel of Featherstone Estate Winery in Niagara’s Twenty Mile Bench. Together with her husband David Johnson, Louise transitioned from running a renowned gourmet poultry market in Guelph to cultivating one of Ontario’s most distinctive vineyards. Their journey reflects a deep connection between food, farming, and wine.
Set on a limestone bench south of Vineland, Featherstone is an estate where sheep manage the vines, chickens roam freely, and even a falcon is employed for pest control. The old farmhouse tasting room embodies their philosophy of hospitality and simplicity, making wine approachable and rooted in place.
This conversation explores eco-friendly farming, the cultural heritage of Ontario wine, and why Riesling and Cabernet Franc thrive here. At its heart, it is about people who believe wine should be fun, local, and shared.
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