Kawartha Country Wines

The family-owned winery near Buckhorn uses Ontario-grown fruit and berries and regularly supports other local businesses. When Kawartha Country Wines founder and co-owner John Rufa began making wine at home over two decades ago, he couldn’t have imagined that his passion would lead to one of the most successful businesses in Peterborough County and, in doing so, also end up supporting other local businesses by selling their products and hosting events and workshops. 

Specializing in fruit wines and ciders, wine coolers, vinegars, and gourmet preserves, the award-winning winery is located near Buckhorn in the Municipality of Trent Lakes — one of the eight townships in Peterborough County. The four-season destination is open seven days a week, welcoming residents and tourists alike to enjoy its charm all year long. 

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The Local Advantage in Peterborough County is a branded editorial feature series about locally owned independent businesses in Peterborough County, created in partnership with Peterborough County’s Economic Development & Tourism Division and KawarthaNOW.