Eileanan Brèagha Vineyards

02/29/2024

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02/05/2024

01/13/2024

When you think of wine, do you think of the farms that grow the grapes? We do! Here in thousands of people are directly employed on farms that make our wine. When you buy , you support local farms and farmers. While times are tough, where you choose to spend your disposable income (things like wine!) makes a big difference. We all grow together if we help contribute to our truly local economy.
Pick up a bottle of this week and discover what is literally the fruit of our local labour. You'll be glad you did.
Wines of Nova Scotia

12/31/2023

Nothing better than a fresh dusting of snow at the vineyard ❄️

12/09/2023

Behind every bottle is a story, and behind every story is a passionate winemaker.

Meet Ken and his father Lawrence. 🍇

10/20/2023

Who says Oktoberfest is just for beer?

We’ll be there! See you tomorrow 🍷

We have less than 100 tickets left for our Celtic Oktoberfest on October 21st at the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre!

Get yours before it's too late: https://www.straitareachamber.ca/2023-celtic-oktoberfest/

10/16/2023

What's in a name?

Eileanan Breagha, pronounced Ay-len-an Bree-ah, is Scottish Gaelic for "Beautiful Islands". With our Scottish ancestry and beautiful view of the islands along the Bras D'Or Lake here in Cape Breton this name was only fitting.

10/12/2023

Attention air travelers! We are excited to announce that Eileanan Breagha wine is now available at ! ✈️🍇

This is an awesome way to bring wine on your travels without having to check a bag...the store is located past security at the international airport. We are super excited to join the other local NS wines in their lineup and represent Cape Breton!

10/09/2023

Lots to be thankful for this year.

Harvest 2023 was a challenge...there were a lot of factors both in and out of our control that meant we didn't get the quantity we were looking for. But when we take a step back and look at what happened this year, we have so much to be thankful for. Top of the list is our newest family member of course. But we also met new friends from near and far, tackled projects, and were continually amazed by the help that showed up rain or shine (shout out to Debbi, our Vineyard Manager). Thank you to everyone.

09/27/2023

Harvest 2023 has officially begun! And yes...that's our baby having a great ol' nap in the second picture.

We are starting with Lucie Kuhlmann...an early ripening red grape that goes into our Red Marble blend. Truthfully, it has been tough picking so far. Between the after effects of some of the weather from this year, birds, and other pests we didn't get as much as we hoped. But what's coming in is tasty. 💜

09/26/2023

We couldn't help but notice this big moon tonight after putting our daughter to bed. It always feels so cozy up here in our farmhouse on nights like this.

Eileanan Breagha is Scottish Gaelic for 'Beautiful Islands'. We think the view lives up to the name even at night. 🖤

09/18/2023

We are happy to report that we did not experience any significant damage from Lee.

Excited for Harvest 2023 in the very near future!

09/15/2023

Did you know?

We have a row of concord grapes just for fun. The one pictured still has a ways to go before its harvested. After that we plan to make some grape jelly (just for personal use!) 😋 Swipe for the recipe.

Can you can?

09/06/2023

Our store is officially closed for the season. Don't worry though we're available year round at your local NSLC, or send us a message to order. Vineyard visits can be set up by appointment.

Happy back to school everyone!

09/01/2023

Well, August is officially over and our store is closing for the season after this weekend. Our weather station was reading 14 degrees this morning.

With the end of summer and the cooler temperatures we are reminiscing about some of the frigid Cape Breton winters we've endured up here on this mountain. And this is why we use cold hardy grapes!! 🥶 🥶

08/30/2023

Another summer in the books….

This is our last weekend having the store open before closing for the season. Our last day open will be this Sunday, September 3rd.

You can find our wine year round at your local NSLC or send us a message to arrange an order. Visits to the vineyard can still be made by appointment.

We’ve met so many great people this summer and we appreciate the support! In the meantime, there are still a few bottles left on the shelf :)

08/27/2023

Our junior winemaker learning the ropes from her daddy….

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08/26/2023

We still have a few of these left for those who are interested. Store is open today and tomorrow 11AM-4PM or send us a message to arrange pick up. Cheers. 🍷

🚨🚨 SALE ALERT 🚨🚨

We are clearing out cases of Rose for $179.95 (taxes and bottle deposit included) to make room for the new wine we'll be harvesting soon.

That's about $15/bottle...samples are available to try before you commit to purchasing in bulk! 😅

Send us a message or drop by the store (open Wed-Sun 11AM-4PM) to get yours today. Inventory is limited.

08/25/2023

⚓️ 🦞 Our 2022 Tidal Bay is Nova Scotia summer, in a glass. 🦞⚓️

A blend of various grapes all grown right here in Cape Breton including L'Acadie, NY Muscat, St. Pepin, and Cayuga, this wine is a perfect summer sip next to your favourite seafood.

Check it out at your local NSLC or drop by our store, Wed-Sunday 11AM-4PM.

08/23/2023

It’s hard work but we love it ♥️

Grading the road after another rainfall earlier this week.

08/20/2023

✨✨ 😺 Happy 10 year work anniversary to the feline members of our team! 😺 ✨✨

Eilean and Superfly have been a fixture at the vineyard, patrolling the grounds and keeping rodents in check. That is when they aren't napping on the job.... 🙄

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08/18/2023

🚨🚨 SALE ALERT 🚨🚨

We are clearing out cases of Rose for $179.95 (taxes and bottle deposit included) to make room for the new wine we'll be harvesting soon.

That's about $15/bottle...samples are available to try before you commit to purchasing in bulk! 😅

Send us a message or drop by the store (open Wed-Sun 11AM-4PM) to get yours today. Inventory is limited.

08/16/2023

🍇🍇 We have a new sign at the entrance to the vineyard! 🍇🍇

We salvaged an original door from the farmhouse to repurpose as our sign (scroll through the photos for before, and in-progress pics). This house has a lot of history... it was originally built around 1888 and since then has weathered many storms and housed many guests from near and far. One thing that has stayed constant through all that time ... the beautiful view of the Bras D'Or Lake! 💃

Come check it out in person at 5349 Marble Mountain Rd, Wed-Sunday 11AM-4PM

08/13/2023

Hi!

After taking a bit of a breather from social media and a whole lot of changes over the past year (most excitingly a baby!) ... we're back on here. We'd love to give you a little glimpse into life at Eileanan Breagha through our page. 🍷

Reminder our store is open Wednesday through Sunday 11AM - 4PM all summer. Drop by and check out some wine, all locally grown here at the vineyard.

10/25/2022

Morning fog

04/26/2022

Since 2014, the Stòras na -Òigridh | Treasures of Youth Scholarship Fund has distributed $15,500 to 17 youth across the province for their cultural learning journey. To learn more about the fund, to contribute, or apply, visit treasuresofyouth.ca.

07/09/2021