Five reasons to raise a glass for Ontario with the LCBO

The arrival of fall is a beautiful time in Ontario. A time to pause and appreciate the colours, enjoy the fresh bounty from local farmers, growers and producers and gather with loved ones over those special occasions. ?If there was a theme for fall, it would be our collective love for local; that’s why during every harvest season we launch LCBO 's annual local campaign, Raise a Glass for Ontario.?

No matter the time of the year, there is always a lot to celebrate when it comes to local wine, beer, cider and spirits, from quality to?variety and the endless potential for discovering new favourites. We proudly carry over 400 Ontario VQA wines and 3,454?local products from our own backyard and work closely with local producers to share product stories and help connect Ontarians with the best this province has to offer. ?

As we venture into fall, and celebrate all things local, I wanted to take a moment to share five?(of the many) reasons to “Raise a Glass” for Ontario:?

1. Ontario has so much to offer. Just?read our latest Vintages feature?story to discover some of the talented producers from four?wine regions and the styles that have become signatures here. ?
2. Ontario producers have strong links to the communities where we live and work. Through our Spirit of Sustainability platform, many of our Good Partners are making admirable strides in sustainability through diversity, inclusion, community investment, and environmental practices. Learn more about LCBO’s Good Partner commitments. ?
3. Over 300?LCBO Product Consultants and VQA Wine & Beer Ambassadors at our retail stores across the province are specially trained in local product knowledge and can recommend the perfect fall pairing or budget-friendly product for fall occasions. ?
4. Visit one of our dedicated Ontario Wine Country Boutiques in 20 select stores offering an elevated experience and extensive assortment of Ontario VQA wines. Don’t forget to take advantage of our special Ontario VQA wines Aeroplan bonus offer at all stores. ?
5. Until October 7, LCBO is hosting Ontario VQA wine tastings in select stores. Customers can taste Ontario and experience signature styles, sustainable wines, and get ahead of their Thanksgiving planning. Visit “What’s on this Month” for more information.?

This fall, whether you are?exploring this beautiful and diverse province and the wineries, breweries and distilleries - I look forward to Raising a Glass for Ontario with you.