Our Story

16 Mile Cellar is a small family owned winery and vineyard, founded in 2010. Our name, 16 Mile Cellar, is because of our location on the 16 Mile Creek, at the foot of the 20 Mile Bench near the town of Jordan.  In our vineyard we have a dedicated focus on varieties that suit our terroir: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Gamay. Our wines exhibit the rich soil and climate characteristics of the Niagara Escarpment, portraying the glacial deposits and soils of the ancient Iroquois Lake.

We are zealous winemakers!  From planting to harvesting, and from organic production to delivery, we indulge in every detail to ensure that every bottle meets our very high standards.  Our goal is to produce small quantities of hand-picked, hand-made and distinctive wines each year, which, so far, have garnered the attention of wine critics across the country.  Visit for a taste of authenticity. 

Our Wonderful Team

Susan Barnacal

President

A Chardonnay connoisseur and book lover. She’s the hero behind the scenes, keeping our little team motivated and on track to make the best wine possible.

Morgan Juniper

Winemaker

Gathering from her experience around the globe she prides herself in making wines that reflect the true authenticity of place, guiding the wines to express purity through a sustainable approach to winemaking in the cellar. Her dedication to sustainable practices have become a bedrock of our production.

Michelle Duval

retail/licensee manager

What’s great wine if you don’t know about it? Michelle is an experienced wine professional who handles all wine sales. She is also the friendly face you will see in our winery as you enjoy a private tasting experience.

Enjoy our single vineyard wines.

Available in our tasting room or delivered to your home.