The vineyards closest to North Hatley are Domaine Bergeville in Hatley, Vignoble Sainte-Catherine in Sainte-Catherine-de-Hatley, and Vignoble Grange Hatley, which offers tastings by appointment. Bergeville is open to visitors from late May through Thanksgiving, Sainte-Catherine from July through December, and several vineyards remain open off-season upon request. Here’s which one to choose depending on the time of year, starting from Station Chêne Rouge in North Hatley.
The three vineyards less than 20 minutes from North Hatley
Domaine Bergeville (Hatley, 10 minutes away). A certified organic winery, founded in 2008, known for its traditional-method sparkling wines. According to its website, tours and tastings are available from late May through Thanksgiving, and the winery also sells online, with free shipping on orders over $400 before taxes. domainebergeville.ca
Sainte-Catherine Vineyard (Sainte-Catherine-de-Hatley). Red, white, and rosé wines, including wines aged in amphorae, served with charcuterie and cheese for tasting. The winery, located at 480 Chemin du Ruisseau, offers views of the mountains and marshes, welcomes pets, and is open from July through December, with off-season openings possible according to Tourisme Memphrémagog and Cantons-de-l’Est Tourisme. Please confirm hours before visiting.
Grange Hatley Vineyard (Sainte-Catherine-de-Hatley, 15 minutes away). A small, off-the-beaten-path vineyard with 3,600 vines, founded in 2009, that produces only white wines—about 5,000 bottles per year. Purchases by appointment only: the vineyard is not open for walk-in visits.
When to Visit the Vineyards Around North Hatley
From late May through Thanksgiving, everything is open: this is the easiest time to visit. September and October bring the grape harvest and fall colors, as detailed in our harvest and wine route guide. From November through December, the Sainte-Catherine Vineyard remains the easiest to visit, and purchases at Bergeville can be made online. For a one-day loop tour, check out the Eastern Townships Wine Route starting from North Hatley.
What to Do When the Vineyards Close for the Winter
Call first: several small estates welcome visitors by appointment year-round. Also be sure to check out the spots that stay open year-round, such as the Cherry River Distillery in Magog—with its gift shop and tasting room—and the La Cie Vilandré pub in North Hatley. For the rest of the cold season, our guide to winter activities in North Hatley will round out your weekend.
Tips for a Day at the Vineyards
Designate a driver: there’s no public transportation on country roads. Reserve spots for tastings that require it, bring a cooler, and pick three stops—not ten. On the way back, enjoy the wine by your campfire. If you come back several times a year, the country club membership costs $149 per year and offers a 30% discount on stays from Sunday through Thursday and a 15% discount on Fridays, Saturdays, and holidays. See the membership page for details. Station Chêne Rouge, North Hatley, is 1 hour and 30 minutes from Montreal.
Domaine Bergeville in Hatley (about 10 minutes away), Vignoble Sainte-Catherine, and Vignoble Grange Hatley in Sainte-Catherine-de-Hatley.
Some are available by request. The Sainte-Catherine Vineyard is open from July through December, with off-season visits possible, and Grange Hatley welcomes visitors by appointment. Call before you go.
From late May through Thanksgiving, peaking in September and October: grape harvests and fall colors.
At Station Chêne Rouge in North Hatley: glamping in the woods, 1 hour and 30 minutes from Montreal, with a campfire where you can enjoy your bottles of wine on your way back.
