Our Story
Our family, our story and our heritage - the roots grow deep...
Three Generations Strong
Rooted in Armenia—the birthplace of wine—the Nersisyan family carries a winemaking legacy spanning three generations. After arriving in Canada in the early ’90s, we established Holland Marsh Wineries in 2008, nestled in the historic Holland Marsh farming community.
The Winery
Old World Roots. New World Spirit
Here, we blend Old World tradition with New World innovation, crafting wines that reflect both our heritage and the unique character of our 22-acre estate. The sandy, clay, and loamy soils, paired with the Marsh’s distinct microclimate, give our wines a signature depth and distinction found nowhere else in Ontario.
Meet the Family
Roland
The Trailblazer
A proud product of Eastern European tradition, Roland has always seen wine as more than a drink—it’s a way of life. A third-generation winemaker and business graduate, he built Holland Marsh Wineries from the ground up, blending old-world craftsmanship with new-world vision. Now Roland stays behind the scenes, sharing wisdom, stories, and the occasional glass while the next generation carries on the family legacy.
Favourite Food: BBQ
Favourite Wine: Select Cabernet Merlot
Norie
The Creator
As the oldest son of a third-generation winemaker, Norie quite literally has wine in his veins. After earning his business degree from U of T, he dove into winemaking (and picked up a few certifications along the way). His approach is like his cooking—start with great ingredients, add the right tools, season with patience, and you’ll get something extraordinary. For Norie, eating and drinking well is what life’s all about.
Favourite Food: Cheese & BBQ
Favourite Wine: Reserve Riesling
Narek
The Natural
The youngest of the family, Narek caught the wine bug early. By 22, he’d completed advanced WSET levels and gained hands-on experience from vineyard to harvest. With a business and IT degree from Ryerson and years in the global Wine & Spirits industry, he eventually returned home to where it all began—Holland Marsh Wineries—ready to pour his passion into every bottle.
Favourite Food: Wood-Fire Pizza
Favourite Wine: Reserve Merlot
A Sun’s Tale
The Sun has long symbolized the Nersisyan family’s story—radiating warmth, energy, and the cycle of life itself. We believe that what you give to the earth is what it gives back in return.
Holland Marsh Winery
At Holland Marsh Wineries, we combine precision, craftsmanship and a passion for the Finer things in life, in every bottle. Drinking is the easy part… Savor and enjoy the moments.
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