Reopening for the season on Saturday May 16,2026. Click on Banner for more details

It’s just about time to reopen the big barn doors and welcome you all back!

 We will be opening for the season at 11 am on Saturday May 16, 2026.


Our regular hours of operation are 11am-6pm every day, May long weekend through to Canadian Thanksgiving . 

We are excited to start the season and have been busy preparing the vineyard and the wines.

The online shop is open again for shipping, local delivery or pick up. We are fully stocked with 14 wines to start the season. 

Stayed tuned to our website and Facebook page for updates. 

The guest suite is available to book for stays starting in mid May. It is booking up quickly for the weekends. Midweek stays still available. 

Please refer to our FAQ  regarding our operations and services.

Please note that in areas of poor wifi and cell reception the most current information will sometimes not display properly on mobile devices depending on your cache history. Clearing your cache prior to travelling may assist in preventing this. If in doubt when planning your visit, please call or email us directly. 

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Curbside and In-Store Pick Up


    Curb-side and In-Store pickup is available. Located at 133 Chute Road, Bear River, N.S. There is no minimum for this option. Orders of 3 bottles or more can be placed online and we will contact you to arrange a time. Please contact the winery directly for smaller orders. 

    For questions or to place orders please contact the Winery:

     902-467-4156

     or email: 

    sales@bearrivervineyards.com

    Local Delivery

    Free delivery is available between Digby and Annapolis Royal.

    Delivery between Annapolis Royal and the Wolfville or surrounding Valley area can also be arranged with notice.

    Please contact the winery to confirm timing and pricing.

    Delivery day or week varies based on demand.

    Someone over the age of 19 must be home to receive the order. Please have ID available.

    We will contact you the day of delivery to give you a time window.

    We regret we are unable to leave orders without confirmation.

    Shipping

    We are pleased to be able to offer shipping throughout Canada.

    All orders are sent via Canada Post unless otherwise arranged.

    A 3 bottle minimum order applies.

    There is a flat rate, plus tax, of $20.00 within the Maritimes and $40.00 for the rest of the Canadian provinces, for orders of 3-12 bottles. Please contact winery directly for other quantities, or for delivery to the Territories.

    You will be sent a tracking number once your wine is on its way. Winery turn around time is usually within one-three business days.  Delivery time has been inconsistent with Canada Post due to fuel cost. The Maritimes is usually 2-3 days. ON/QUE is 3-5 days. Further west can be up to 8-10 business days. Faster shipping through Canada Post can be arranged for an increased cost.

    In the event of a postal strike regular shipping will be suspended.

    Please contact the Winery should you wish to discuss alternative courier arrangements. Please note additional charges may apply.

    Tasting Experience and Fee

    Tasting selections will change based on our available wines. We offer 3 one ounce pours for $6.00. This is a guided experience with a winery team member in the tasting room.

    Tastings for less than 4 people do not typically need to be prebooked.

    If you wish to ensure a tour as part of your tasting please see the section on the tour and tasting experience.

    We also offer self guided flights that can be enjoyed outside in the vineyard. Flights are $16.00 and include your choice of four wines. Each wine is a 2 ounce pour.

    Tour and Tasting Experiences

    We have two options for tours:

    The first is a public tour. They are available on a first come first served basis during our regular hours of operation. They run throughout the day as guests arrive. This may mean there is a short wait for the next tour based on staff availability. We can usually accommodate the tasting portion of the experience while waiting for the tour, or guests are welcome to explore the tasting room or outside seating area on their own while waiting.

    A tour on it's own is $6.00 per person, or it can be added on for $4.00 to our tasting or flight options.

    We do appreciate an advance heads up for groups larger than four, however we do not accept reservations for the drop in tour.

    If you prefer a private tour and taste for just your party at a specified time, please email or call ahead to reserve. Private tours are $20.00 per person and include a tasting of four wines. They are usually run by one of our owners. All reservations will be confirmed by the winery.

    Tours for designated drivers are free of charge for either option.

    During harvest, in the fall, tours may be modified if we have an actively fermenting cellar.

    The tour and tasting experience is personalized so length can vary. Please allow yourself 20-45 minutes. Larger groups will commonly exceed this.

    Guests are welcomed to enjoy a glass of wine in the vineyard following the tour and tasting experience. Glasses are $10.00 including tax for 5 ounces.

    We are sorry but we are unable to offer regular food at this time however, guests may bring their own picnics to be enjoyed at one of our outdoor seating areas. We prefer to keep the winery nut free if possible.

    We will also occasionally offer Charcuterie boxes throughout the height of the season. They are on a first come, first served basis. Please call in advance of your visit to see if they are available. They are suitable as a snack for 2-3 people and include a selection of locally sourced ingredients.

    Guest Suite

    Guest Suite bookings can be accessed through our website that will link with VRBO. Bookings are now open for stays starting mid June through to early September. Please contact us directly for off season availability. Please note that due to the limitations of our barn we are unable to open during the winter months.

    Contact Us

    We can be reached by phone at:

    902-467-4156

    Or by email at: 

    sales@bearrivervineyards.com

    Our usual hours of operation are 11am-6pm seven days a week from May Long weekend to Canadian Thanksgiving.

    Spring and Fall weekend hours will be posted in Banner on top of page