For this episode, we welcome Sue-Ann Staff, one of Canada's most acclaimed winemakers, recognised with more than 450 national and international awards. A seventh-generation grower from Jordan, Ontario, Sue-Ann carries forward a family legacy dating back to vineyards planted in 1898, rooted in the soils of the Twenty Mile Bench and Vinemount Ridge.
Our conversation explores her journey from working in Australia to founding her own estate, the challenges of ownership, and her philosophy that blends art and science in equal measure. She reflects on women in wine, the importance of community among Niagara producers, and the stories behind her labels, from "Fancy Farm Girl" to wines named for her ancestors.
At its heart, this episode celebrates energy, authenticity, and a deep commitment to people, place, and the evolving culture of Canadian wine.
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