Discover 13th Street Winery

Jean-Pierre Colas

At the heart of 13th Street Winery’s portfolio is Jean-Pierre (JP) Colas, one of Canada’s most acclaimed French-trained winemakers. Born and educated in France, JP brings a wealth of international expertise and a deep respect for terroir to every bottle he crafts.

Guided by a simple yet profound philosophy — that great wines begin with great grapes — JP believes the finest vineyards produce fruit with an innate sense of place and character. His role as winemaker is to honour that essence, using technique only to enhance and express the purity of the vineyard’s voice.

Under his direction, 13th Street Winery is celebrated for elegant, expressive red wines that define the Niagara Peninsula: Gamay, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, and Pinot Noir. His mastery extends equally to refined white wines — Chardonnay, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, and Pinot Gris — each crafted with balance, precision, and unmistakable Niagara personality.

JP is also recognized for his expertise in traditional-method sparkling wines, a hallmark of 13th Street Winery’s portfolio. Crafted with meticulous care and time-honoured technique, these sparkling wines have garnered numerous accolades, standing among Canada’s finest examples of méthode traditionnelle craftsmanship.

With every vintage, JP Colas continues to shape the legacy of 13th Street Winery — a harmony of art, place, and passion in every glass.