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Prince Edward Island
Prince Edward Island is located on the east coast of Canada with a population of approximately 139,000 residents. Prince Edward Island, is the smallest of the Canadian provinces both in size and population . While it is densely populated, it is not overcrowded. The Province is also called 'PEI', or simply 'The Island'. The capital city is Charlottetown The Island is 224 kilometers long and is connected to the mainland by the Confederation Bridge which is the world's longest bridge (12.9 km) over ice covered waters.
The climate on Prince Edward Island is milder than the Canadian mainland due to the warm waters of the Gulf of St. Lawrence surround it. This makes for damp conditions throughout the year. The Island receives an average yearly rainfall of 868 mm and an average yearly snowfall of 340 cm. The Island enjoys an average temperature of -7C (19F ) in January, and 19C (67F) in July.
Summers are quite warm, but rarely humid. Daytime temperatures are usually in the 20's (70's) and can go as high as 32 degrees C. (90 degree F.). Summer days and evenings have a refreshing breeze. July and August are the warmest and driest months
Rossignol Estate Winery
RR4 Murray River
Prince Edward Island
C0A 1W0
902-962-4193
The only winery in PEI, located in Little Sands along the picturesque south shore of Prince Edward Island.
opened in 1995 By John Rossignol. The warm waters of the Northumberland Strait allows for the vineyards to flourish , However due to the harsh climate some grape vines are actually grown in greenhouses. The grape varieties include Seyval Blanc,Marechal, Valient (greenhouse) , Ortega, Chardonnay, Carbernet Franc and Luck Koleman
As winemaker John Rossigal looks for clean stable products with balanced acids.
The winery uses hand painted labels created by John and local artist Nancy PerkinsTours are available wine tasting is by donation given to local charity.
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