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Rules for Hybrid Grapes

Wines made with authorized hybrid grapes must carry the geographical indication “Ontario”. Wines declaring a viticultural area name, sub-appellation name, vineyard name, estate bottled, traditional method or Icewine must be made from 100% vitis vinifera grapes. An exception is made for Vidal Icewine.

Blends of hybrid grapes and vinifera grapes are allowed only if:

the geographical indication declared is Ontario
the wine is made as a single, dual or triple varietal wine and the name of the hybrid grape variety is declared on the label
all other applicable VQA requirements are met