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The Winery Story
It’s easy to see the vision the Senchuks had today, but the path to get here had humble beginnings. In 2011, Ilya & Nadia Senchuk acquired a farmhouse nestled on 11 acres of land with the dream of starting the winery. The property included an abandoned vineyard and barn that could only be restored by ‘crazy youths’ with more passion than brains. Through hard work and dedication, they have built a winery that has surpassed even their wildest dreams.
The previously undiscovered vineyard on the estate has proved to be a hidden gem, consistently yielding superb fruit that translated into high-quality Pinot Noir & Chardonnay. These wines have garnered acclaim from both local and international wine critics, establishing Leaning Post Wines as a beacon of excellence in the region.
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Leaning Post consistently ranks in the Top 10 Wineries in Ontario with critical scores from both domestic and international wine writers. Featured in top restaurants in Toronto, Montreal, London (UK), and Copenhagen, Leaning Post epitomizes small-scale, artisanal winemaking with minimal intervention, allowing the land to fully show itself in glass. At Leaning Post, you can expect a unique wine experience focused on celebrating terroir.
About the Winemaker
Ilya hails from the "grape-growing Mecca" of Winnipeg, Manitoba, and dreamed of a career in food and wine. In 1998, Ilya read a magazine about the Brock Cool Climate Oenology and Viticulture Program, and he knew that was the path to take.
After 12 years as a winemaker in the Niagara region, Ilya dreamed of starting his own project alongside his family. Starting Leaning Post as a virtual label in 2009, he has now spent over 20 years making wine and exploring terroir in Niagara.
Since buying the farm in 2011 that now houses the winery, Ilya has become both a talented winemaker and project manager, turning his dream into reality.