Donald Ziraldo

Donald Ziraldo’s passion and determination have been a central force in the emerging success of the Canadian wine industry. As co-founder of the Inniskillin winery in Ontario’s Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ziraldo was granted the first winery license in Ontario after prohibition. As chairman of Ziraldo Icewines, his talent and perseverance have helped to make Canadian icewine a globally recognized luxury brand.

A dedicated ambassador of Canadian wines, Ziraldo was founding chair of the Vintner’s Quality Alliance (VQA), Canada’s regulatory agency responsible for maintaining the integrity of local wine appellations. Among his many recognitions, he holds an honorary degree from Brock University, the Order of Canada and is an honorary board member of the Académie de Vin Internationale. He was named one of the top 25 CEOs of the Century by the Financial Post Magazine.