Don't confuse this Canadian island province with Prince Edward County
in Ontario.
This is the smallest province with a population of approximately
140000 thousand. A 12.9 Kilometer bridge joins the island
to the mainland. The island itself is 224 Kilometers long.
Rossignol Estate Winery
RR#4 Murray River Prince Edward Island (902)962-4193. Open May to
October Monday to Saturday 10 am to 5 pm Sunday 1 to 5 pm. In winter
call ahead. This is PEI's only winery that has greenhouses to protect
vinifera vines from the harsh climate while the more hardy hybrid
vines are planted in outdoor vineyards. Grape varieties used include
Chardonnay, Ortega, Cabernet Franc, Baco Noir and Valient,
Seyval Blanc, Lucy Koleman and Marechel Foch. Fruit wines are made from Strawberries,
Rubarb Cranberries, Rasberries and Blueberries. Tours are self guided or conducted by
appointment. Public tastings include a charge which is donated to charity.
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