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The Speck Brothers
Henry of Pelham Family Estate Winery
Paul - Daniel -Matthew Speck
Speck Brothers are a Canadian winemaking family known for producing high-quality wines in Ontario's Niagara region. They are the founders of the Henry of Pelham Family Estate Winery and creators of several popular wine brands.
They began planting vineyards in the Short Hills Bench of Niagara, Ontario in 1984 when they were still teenagers. Their passion for viticulture led to the creation of the Henry of Pelham Family Estate Winery, named after their great-grandfather.
The winery is named after Henry Smith, an early settler who cheekily dubbed himself “Henry of Pelham” after the British Prime Minister. The estate includes original buildings from the 1800s, including a carriage house built in 1842, now used as part of the winery’s facilities. Henry of Pelham’s 300-acre vineyard is located in the Short Hills Bench
sub-appellation of the Niagara Peninsula.The winery helps found the Vintners Quality Alliance (VQA) with a handful of other Niagara wineries.The first Ontario wineries to be certified sustainable.
Paul SpeckPaul Speck is part of a six-generation lineage that has farmed the land in the Short Hills Bench of Niagara since the late 18th century. Paul and his brothers began planting vines on the family farm in 1984 while still teenagers. Their early hands-on experience laid the foundation for a lifelong commitment to winemaking
Paul is the President and CEO of Henry of Pelham Family Estate Winery. As President, Paul oversees the winery’s operations, marketing, and strategic direction. He’s known for his vibrant personality—often spotted in colorful shirts—and his passion for wine, music, and sports.
Paul is deeply committed to sustainability and authenticity in winemaking. Under his leadership, Henry of Pelham became one of the first Ontario wineries to be certified sustainable, emphasizing environmental stewardship and community engagement.
Matthew is the Director of Viticulture overseeing the vineyard operations, ensuring that the grapes grown on the estate’s Short Hills Bench property meet the winery’s high standards for quality and sustainability.
He has been instrumental in implementing environmentally responsible practices, including water conservation, soil health, and biodiversity initiatives. Under his guidance, Henry of Pelham became one of the first Ontario wineries to be certified sustainable
Matthew has helped shape the winery’s approach to cool-climate viticulture, focusing on varietals like Baco Noir, Riesling, and Chardonnay that thrive in Niagara’s terroir.
Daniel is primarily involved in sales, marketing, and brand strategy, helping to shape the public image and commercial success of the winery’s diverse portfolio. He has been instrumental in launching and managing multiple wine brands under the Speck Bros. umbrella, including Sibling Rivalry, Family Tree, and House Wine Co.,
He is president ofFamily Wine Merchants a leading Canadian wine, beer, and spirits agency that represents independent producers from around the world
1469 Pelham Rd., R.R. #1
St. Catharines, ON Canada L2R 6P7
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