Hi, I'm Stephanie,
your local wine guide
While on tour, I'll act as your local wine tasting guide, driver, coordinator, wine lover and Nova Scotia addict. I've been working in the Nova Scotia wine industry for over 5 years and I'm so excited to go on tour with you, and get to know you better!
How did Wine & Vine get started?
How I learned about Nova Scotia Wine
I started my journey into the Nova Scotia wine world with a can of Nova7 - if you don’t know what Nova7 is, you’re on the right page, because I would love to bring you for a taste. I was in a transitional time where I knew I needed a career change, but wasn’t sure which direction to go. After having that can, I decided Nova Scotia wine was worth investing my time in.
I've always been a lover of Nova Scotia and all things local. I bring this excitement to every tour, by ensuring your coffee, snacks, food and wine are from reputable local sources.
What do I know about wine?
Over the past 5 years, I’ve gone to wine school, learning about different winemaking techniques and how to grow vines. I’ve worked in vineyards and cellars across the province, done hundreds of hours of wine education, tasted hundreds more wines, sold wine, provided tours and tastings on a sailboat, and guided people through the vines. Because of these experiences, I know I'm best suited to guide you through the Annapolis Valley and find amazing wines for you!
In those 5 years, I learned that what I loved most of all, was talking to people about wine, and watching them experience some of the best wines this province has to offer.
I’m so excited to be on this journey of finding the best wines for you to experience here in Nova Scotia, while showing you some of the most amazing food and sites that you could find. I experience so much joy when I engage with people and wine.
I’m so grateful that you are looking to take a journey through the Nova Scotia wine world with me. I hope to see you in the vines soon!
What do my guests think of my personalized wine tours?
From the coffee and cinnamon bun in the car, to the beautiful drive, to fabulous wine tastings, Stephanie's vast knowledge of the area, wineries and wine, your choice of vineyards, the wonderful lunch with a gorgeous view and even the stop for coffee on the way home. Incredible!
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What drives me?
I'm driven by creating an authentic Nova Scotia experience for you. I love supporting the local economy, showing off local snacks, goodies and drinks along the way. I want you to have the best day possible and I'll do everything in my power to make sure that happens, each and every time.
The nitty gritty
I have a long history in service and administration, which I can easily bore you about, but these are my wine credentials.
Get to know what I know about wine
Level 3 Certification from the Wine & Sprit Education Trust.
Certificate in Cool Climate Winemaking and Viticulture from NSCC.
Hands on experience in the vineyards and cellars of Nova Scotia at Blomidon Estate Winery, Lightfoot & Wolfville, Benjamin Bridge, L'Acadie Vineyards, Gaspereau Vineyards, Lake City Cider and Jost Vineyards.
Hosted tours (obviously with Wine & Vine) and spent three summers hosting the Sunset Wine & Cheese with J. Farwell Sailing.
Sold wine at Bishop's Cellar and worked the warehouse.
And for the safety minded folks, my car is certified and inspected by the province, I hold my class 4 license and my business is fully insured.
