Sales of Ontario wine increased significantly after the LCBO removed American products from its shelves due to U.S. tariffs. VQA wines, made from 100% Ontario-grown grapes, experienced over 60% growth. VQA reds and whites achieved increases of 71% and 67%, respectively, while sparkling wines grew by 28%. This change has also positively impacted local restaurants and wineries, as seen by a 25% sales increase at Kin Vineyards. Canadians are increasingly committed to supporting local businesses and products amid this trade situation.
Sales of Ontario wine have increased by over 60 per cent since the LCBO pulled American products off its shelves earlier this year, signalling a shift in buying habits among consumers in the province.
VQA wine (made from 100% Ontario-grown grapes) has seen a sales increase of over 60%, with VQA reds and whites seeing growth of 71% and 67% respectively, and VQA sparkling wine growing by +28%.
Del Rollo, former chair and current board member of Wine Growers Ontario, stated that Canadians have never been more passionate about supporting local and buying Canadian, capitalizing on the opportunity as an industry.
Restaurants and wineries have also experienced a boost, with Kin Vineyards reporting a 25 per cent increase in sales since the trade war began.
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