About County Sips
The one to pick if you want to learn something: tours are led by a qualified sommelier who judges wine competitively, and they will fold a brewery, cidery or distillery in on request. Also the only operator that treats Kingston pickup as standard rather than a surcharge.
At a glance
| Tour style | Small group |
|---|---|
| Group size | 3–6 people |
| Tour length | Pickup 11:30am Kingston / 12:30pm County · About an hour at each winery |
| Stops | 4 |
| Visits | Wineries, Breweries, Cideries, Distilleries |
| Tasting fees | Included |
| Pickup | Pickup and drop-off from your choice of location in Kingston or the County, included in the price. |
What they charge
- Pick Up & Go, 5–6 guests. $175 / person, HST included
- Pick Up & Go, 3–4 guests. $210 / person, HST included
- The Classic. From $260 / person, HST included. Includes lunch with a beverage
- Shuttle only (no tastings). $125 / hour + HST, 4-hour minimum, up to 10 guests
Prices as published by the operator on 2026-09-18. They change with the season and the size of your group. Confirm when you book.
What's included
- All tastings
- Return transport from Kingston or the County
- Lunch with a beverage on The Classic
What sets them apart
- Sommelier-guided. Owner Ian Nicholls holds an advanced sommelier qualification and a Certificate in Ontario Wine with Distinction, and has judged wine since 2020.
- The only operator that collects from Kingston as standard, which makes it the obvious choice if you are staying there.
Compare with other County operators
Twelve companies run wine tours here, and they differ most in whether tasting fees are included.