Presenting a rare opportunity to acquire one of Canada's most respected and internationally recognized wineries in the heart of Niagara-on-the-Lake at 823 Line 6 Road. Founded in 2012, Big Head Wines is a purpose-built, multi-award-winning operation producing approximately 24,000 cases annually, with sales driven direct-to-consumer, supported by a large wine club membership and a soon-to-be-established LCBO presence, demonstrating exceptional brand strength, retail power, and a loyal customer base. Global accolades include Ontario Red Wine of the Year (2024), Best Chenin Blanc in the World (2024), Platinum Medal at the Decanter World Wine Awards, and multiple Lieutenant Governor's Awards for Excellence. Founder and Winemaker Andrzej Lipinski was recently awarded the prestigious Karl Kaiser Canadian Winemaker Award. The state-of-the-art facility offers approximately 12,475 sq ft of interior space plus 12,881 sq ft exterior, designed for production, hospitality, administration, and retail sales, including a 734 sq ft tasting bar, 1,259 sq ft hospitality/dining area, commercial space, production and storage rooms, two offices, staff areas, and five washrooms. Approved expansion plans add two levels totaling 16,747 sq ft, including an upper-level restaurant/wine bar with kitchen and washrooms, plus a lower-level barrel cellar, tasting room, loading area, and elevator access, bringing total building area to 32,586 sq ft. Ideally positioned in Canada's premier cool-climate wine region with strong tourism traffic, 1.5 hours to Toronto, 15 minutes to Niagara Falls, and close to Buffalo and major Southern Ontario markets. The offering also includes an on-site residence with approximately 2,636 sq ft on the main floor plus 1,915 sq ft finished lower level, featuring 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, principal rooms, den, loft, attached garage, wine cellar, recreation areas, and private in-ground pool. An exceptional live-work estate combining legacy, lifestyle, and proven performance.
| MLS # | 40840711 |
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| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Days On Site | 84 |
| Listing Provided By | Real Broker Ontario Ltd. | Sandy Mackay |
| Bed(s) | 4 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 4 Total |
| SQ Feet | 2,636 |
| Garage | 2 |
| Basement | Y |
| Pool | Yes |
| Story(s) | 1 |
| Zoning | A |
| Acreage | 30.45 |
| Appliances | Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer, Wine Cooler |
|---|---|
| Rooms Total | 21 |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Cooling Yes / No | No |
| Heating | Forced Air, Natural Gas |
| Heating Yes / No | Yes |
| Fireplaces Total | 1 |
| Fireplace Features | Family Room |
| Laundry Features | In-Suite |
| Lot Features | Airport |
|---|---|
| Construction Materials | Aluminum Siding, Board & Batten Siding, Brick Veneer, Cement Siding, Concrete, Metal/Steel Siding, Steel Siding, Wood Siding |
| Roof | Asphalt Shing |
| Foundation Details | Poured Concrete |
| Security Features | Alarm System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s) |
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Attached Garage, Gravel |
| Open Parking Yes / No | Yes |
| Attached Garage Yes / No | Yes |
| Utilities | Electricity Connected, Garbage/Sanitary Collection, Natural Gas Connected, Recycling Pickup, Street Lights, Phone Connected |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
| Tax Annual Amount | 14013 |
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| Province | ON |
|---|---|
| County | Niagara |
| City | Niagara-on-the-Lake |
| Postal Code | L0S 1J0 |
| Area | Niagara on the Lake |
| Subarea | 108 Virgil |
| Community Name | 108 Virgil |
| Listing VS Median (in 108 Virgil) | |
Price: $12,000,000 low | high Med: $1,298,500 sqft: 2,636 low | high Med: 2,072 $ / sqft: $4,552 low | high Med: $672 On site: 84 low | high Med: 15 | |
| Province | ON |
|---|---|
| County | Niagara |
| City | Niagara-on-the-Lake |
| Postal Code | L0S 1J0 |
| Area | Niagara on the Lake |
| Subarea | 108 Virgil |
| Community Name | 108 Virgil |
| Listing VS Median (in 108 Virgil) | |
Price: $12,000,000 low | high Med: $1,298,500 sqft: 2,636 low | high Med: 2,072 $ / sqft: $4,552 low | high Med: $672 On site: 84 low | high Med: 15 | |