Discovering Sutton’s Vineyards
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The Sutton region is home to four vineyards, all part of La Route des vins de Brome-Missisquoi in the Eastern Townships. Between striking architecture, gorgeous landscapes, delicious tastings, and a warm welcome, each vineyard has its own personality… reason enough to plan a trip to discover them all!
Vignoble Domaine Girouard
Arriving in Sutton from the north on Route 139, you won't be able to miss the rows of vines at Domaine Girouard and the view stretching all the way to Vermont's mountains. A retirement project for Martin Girouard and Josée Tremblay, Domaine Girouard produced its first vintage in 2020 and opened to the public in 2021. Since then, seven wines have been available in the boutique, most aged in terracotta amphorae — a method that softens the wine's acidity and highlights the character of the grape varieties.
Every Saturday at 2:30 p.m., a guided tour of the estate and cellar awaits, including three tastings. You can also bring your own picnic and enjoy the tables set up near the vines for an open-air meal with a mountain view.
Vignoble Domaine Bresee
Located in Sutton Junction, Domaine Bresee takes its name from its owner and winemaker Richard Bresee, who has worked passionately in the trade for over 25 years. On site, you'll find about ten products — whites, rosés, reds, a late-harvest wine, and a dessert wine — each named in honour of a family member or dear friend. A walk through the vines will lead you to ponds, a perfect spot to stop and relax.
Along the way, you'll also come across interpretive panels telling the story of the Bresee family's genealogy and the grape-processing techniques used. Several picnic areas are available, along with RV spots for overnight stays.
Château Ste-Agnès
On Scenic Road in Sutton lies Château Ste-Agnès, a wine estate with European charm featuring 7,000 vines planted on a hillside, where imposing stone walls support 18 terraces. While the vineyard's history dates back to 1846, its current appearance is thanks to Henrietta Antony. This renowned antique dealer, who arrived from her native Czechoslovakia during the Second World War, acquired the estate in 1986 and brought to life this château and chapel, surrounded by breathtaking views of the Appalachians. The site even hides a medieval-style cellar complex with four underground levels beneath the neo-Renaissance château — and served as the set for Adele's "Easy on Me" music video.
On site, you can book a guided tour of the estate and château, or settle in on the terraces for a wine tasting paired with a cheese and charcuterie board
Le Ruisseau
On the border between Dunham and Sutton, Vignoble Le Ruisseau has shared the same owners as Château Ste-Agnès since spring 2025. To reach the reception area, you'll cross a charming covered bridge before arriving at the impressive building that houses the cellar, boutique, event hall, and a restaurant featuring a terroir-inspired menu led by chef Ronan Ulliac. Self-guided tastings, guided tours, and experiences like an exclusive picnic are all available.
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