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The Garden State Wine Growers Association and Edible Jersey are pleased to present this annual New Jersey Winery Guide. Here, you will learn more about NJ’s abundant and growing wine industry, which now features more than 50 wineries open from as far north as Sussex County down to the tip of Cape May.

New Jersey is quickly establishing itself as one of the premier wine regions of the Mid-Atlantic. The state has over 1,800 acres operating as vineyards. New Jersey wines now regularly receive critical acclaim in major wine publications such as Wine Enthusiast and Wine Advocate, as well as being recognized in the most prestigious competitions across the country, consistently winning Best in Class, Double Gold, and Gold medals. Governor Murphy has become the first NJ governor to pour only NJ wines at state events at Drumthwacket, the governor’s mansion in Princeton. And, this fall, the Jersey Vines program promoting NJ wines at retail will see the first major distribution of NJ wines to restaurants, liquor stores, and other retail locations thanks to a new relationship with distributor MHW Ltd.

New Jersey vintners specialize in growing and producing wines from vitis vinifera grape varietals and French hybrids. Leading white varietals are Albariño, Chardonnay, Grüner Veltliner, Petit Manseng, and Riesling. Leading reds include Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Petit Verdot, and Blaufränkisch. Major French-American hybrids that flourish in New Jersey include Chambourcin, Vidal Blanc, and Vignoles, among others.

During the Covid-19 crisis, our wineries have remained open, providing curbside service and direct shipping. Starting in mid-June, our wineries opened for outdoor service and thousands of visitors soon realized a visit to a winery was a unique, fun, and relatively safe way to socialize. This fall, we encourage you to come out to our vineyards where you can sit amidst the vines, enjoy live music and other entertainment, and admire this year’s grape bounty still hanging on the vines while you drink the best wines our vintners have to off er. For a couple of hours, normalcy will return to your lives.

We encourage you to use this Guide to learn where wineries are produced in the state and plan your visits to NJ wine country. It will be an experience that will become a lifelong adventure!

Discover NJ Wine Country:
WINE TRAILS
 

The beauty of exploring NJ wine country is exploring our many wine regions. NJ has four American Viticultural Areas (AVAs) which are official wine grape growing regions designated by the U.S. Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau. The four NJ AVAs are: the Central Delaware Valley AVA, which is shared with portions of eastern Pennsylvania; the Outer Coastal Plain, covering nine southern NJ counties; the Warren Hills AVA; and the Cape May Peninsula.

Many of our wineries fall into these AVA regions. Many also belong to regionally organized trails like the Two Bridges Wine Trail, made up of a cluster of wineries in the Gloucester/Salem County and Atlantic/Camden regions; the Vintage North Jersey Trail, comprised of the nine northern wineries; and the Wine & Ale Trail of South Jersey, consisting of local wineries, breweries, and distilleries in the Hammonton region in Atlantic County.

As you travel the state, you can develop your own trail. Tour the wineries located in Hunterdon County, or travel to the seven Cape May wineries, the Shore, and other areas. You’re never more than an hour away from a NJ winery no matter where you live in the state. So get out and enjoy a unique wine experience in NJ wine country.

The Garden State Wine Growers Association is a nonprofit organization of New Jersey—based wineries, vineyards, and allied businesses. Founded in 1987, the association has driven exponential growth through wine education initiatives, cooperative marketing campaigns, and a slate of annual events dedicated to promoting wines across New Jersey, and encouraging enthusiasts to visit our wineries. Learn more at newjerseywines.com.

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NORTHERN NJ WINERIES

BENEDUCE VINEYARDS | Beneduce Vineyards approaches winemaking with a simple philosophy: Do everything necessary to bring out the best in each individual batch of fruit. The vineyard was among Travel + Leisure’s Top 25 Vineyards in the U.S. and focuses on estate-grown, dry wines from European varieties. 1 Jeremiah Ln., Pittstown. beneducevineyards.com. 908.996.3823

BROOK HOLLOW WINERY & EVENT FACILITY | Brook Hollow Winery is a small farm winery producing wine from its own fruit. The winery is dedicated to creating quality wines—some with fruity undertones, including hints of apples, raspberries, and citrus. Brook Hollow also has an event facility for weddings, parties, and business meetings. 594 State Rt. 94, Columbia. brookhollowwinery.com. 908.496.8200

THE FEDERAL TWIST VINEYARD | The Federal Twist Vineyard is a large family with a small boutique winery nestled along the banks of the Delaware River. Conveniently located just north of popular river towns Lambertville and New Hope, Federal Twist cares for the land and craft s its wines with dedication. 8 Federal Twist Rd., Stockton. federaltwistvineyard.com. 609.773.6066

FOUR SISTERS WINERY | Four Sisters Winery is a boutique winery off ering wine tastings on the covered deck, plus live music and a bistro menu on weekends. Wines are available by the glass, bottle, or case, and no reservations are needed. Four Sisters also off ers barefoot grape stomping and murder mystery dinners. 783 Rt. 519, Belvidere. foursisterswinery.com. 908.475.3671

HOPEWELL VALLEY VINEYARDS | Hopewell Valley Vineyards blends old-world traditions with newworld flair. The winery is located at the base of the Sourland Mountains near the Delaware Valley, where three generations of winemaking experience help craft award-winning wines, such as Barbera and Porto Rosso. 46 Yard Rd., Pennington. hopewellvalleyvineyards.com. 609.737.4465

OLD YORK CELLARS | Old York Cellars sets out to create a destination where guests can come and be socially distant while still enjoying the winery and its award-winning wines. Come see Old York Cellars at its Quaker Bridge Mall location, too, for great food and wine. 80 Old York Rd., Ringoes. oldyorkcellars.com. 908.284.9463

SKY ACRES WINERY | Sky Acres Winery is an award-winning winery; it was awarded NJ Winery of the Year 2018 and 2019 by the New York International Wine Competition. The winery is used for research into new and more sustainable ways to make better quality wine. The wines are available online, but the winery is not open to the public. 1680 Black River Rd., Far Hills. skyacreswinery.com

TERHUNE ORCHARDS VINEYARD AND WINERY | Terhune Orchards, owned and operated by the Mount family since 1975, expanded to a vineyard and winery in 2003. Enjoy 16 varieties of wine, the winery music series, and special events, plus pick-your-own, farmyard activities, and the farm store. Fall weekend admission tickets required. 330 Cold Soil Rd., Princeton. terhuneorchards.com. 609.924.2310

UNIONVILLE VINEYARDS | Come to Unionville’s corner of wine country, where highway yields to hay bale and horse pasture. Enjoy estate-grown fine wines such as Chardonnay, Syrah, and Unionville’s Pinot Noir—the only red wine from NJ to score 90 points in the Wine Advocate. 9 Rocktown Rd., East Amwell, unionvillevineyards.com. 908.788.0400

VENTIMIGLIA VINEYARD | Nestled on a rustic farm in the Appalachian Foothills, Ventimiglia Vineyard welcomes wine lovers who appreciate fine, classic wines in a casual atmosphere. Guests can sample and purchase the wines, bring a meal and use the picnic area, or take a walk in the woods on the nearby hiking trails. 101 Layton Rd., Wantage. villamilagrovineyards.com. 973.875.4333

VILLA MILAGRO VINEYARDS | Travel a rustic road along the Delaware River to panoramic vineyard views overlooking two states. Sip delicious wines made from hand-tended, picked, and processed grapes. Experience early California style hospitality at the hacienda, Villa Milagro, the place of miracles. 33 County Road 627, Phillipsburg. villamilagrovineyards.com  908.995.2072

WORKING DOG WINERY Working Dog Winery off ers award-winning, estate- grown wines. Visit the winery and enjoy live music and relaxing vibes. Working Dog’s wines can be enjoyed yearround at the winery or taken home; check the website for the winery’s rules and policies. 610 Windsor Perrineville Rd., Robbinsville. workingdogwinerynj.com. 609.371.6000

ALSO:
Alba Vineyard | 269 Riegelsville Warren Glen Rd., Milford. 908.995.7800 albavineyard.com
Mount Salem Vineyards | 54 Mount Salem Rd., Pittstown. mountsalemvineyards.com. 908.735.9359

CENTRAL NJ WINERIES

4 JG’S WINERY | Located in a historic farming area in Central NJ, 4JG’s Winery is named aft er the four founding family members. The Giunco family off ers red, white, and rosé varietals, including the vineyard’s Chambourcin Reserva, an award-winning wine that has made the family proud since its 2004 conception. 127 Hillsdale Rd., Colts Neck. 4jgswinery.com. 908.930.8066

CREAM RIDGE WINERY | Cream Ridge Winery produces diverse wines for diverse living—and has been doing so for more than 30 years. Cream Ridge strives to maintain a positive space to work and visit, where the winemakers can share their life’s passion with creativity, integrity, and love for the joy of work. 145 Rt. 539, Cream Ridge. creamridgewinery.com. 609.259.9797

FOX HOLLOW VINEYARDS | Fox Hollow prides itself on the cultivation of premium grapes—all hand-tended and harvested, then skillfully craft ed into its fine wines. Visit the winery to have a relaxing aft ernoon overlooking the vineyards while sipping award-winning wines such as the 2015 Autumn Harvest, a Governor’s Cup winner. 939 Holmdel Rd., Holmdel. foxhollowvineyards.com. 732.772.0330

IRON PLOW VINEYARDS | Iron Plow Vineyards is nestled on a Burlington County farm dating back to 1690. Iron Plow invites guests to take in sunsets and picturesque views, explore the property, or enjoy a picnic on the lawn while sipping wines such as Iron Plow Red or Grüner Veltliner. 26750 Mt. Pleasant Rd., Columbus. ironplowvineyards.com. 732.306.9111

LAURITA WINERY | The name “Laurita” derives from the first names of owners Randy Johnson’s and Ray Shea’s mothers, Laura and Rita, to whom the winery is dedicated. Laurita’s philosophy can be described in a trifecta of words: local, authentic, and sustainable. Laurita off ers various events, such as live music and girls’ night out. 85 Archertown Rd., New Egypt. lauritawinery.com. 609.758.8000

SOUTHERN NJ WINERIES

AMALTHEA CELLARS | Got cabin fever? What better way to stretch the legs than with a bottle of wine and a folding chair or blanket, lounging in Amalthea Cellars’ vineyards. Amalthea has the setup just for that—the winery has been using French and Californian techniques to craft world-class wines such as Merlot, Chardonnay, and Cabernet Franc since the 1970s. 209 Vineyard Rd., Atco. amaltheacellars.com. 856.768.8585

AUBURN ROAD VINEYARDS | Auburn Road Vineyards currently grows grapes on 23 acres of land— 10 of which provide for wine varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Grigio, with the other 13 providing for Chardonnay and Merlot, among others. Guests can visit for tastings and flights. 119 Sharptown-Auburn Rd., Pilesgrove. auburnroadvineyards.com. 856.769.9463

AUTUMN LAKE WINERY | With vineyards established in 2012, Autumn Lake Winery was born with the ambition of creating wines of superior quality from its own cultivated grapes. The winery has now produced award-winning wines and serves them with pride. 870 W Malaga Rd., Williamstown.  autumnlakewinery.com  609.364.0717

BELLVIEW WINERY | With more than 20 estate- grown grape varietals and 30 wines to choose from, Bellview has a bottle for everyone—from the connoisseur to the casual wine drinker. Come see and taste the quality of New Jersey grown wines. 150 Atlantic St., Landisville. bellviewwinery.com. 856.697.7172

CAPE MAY WINERY | Home to the oldest vines in Cape May County, Cape May Winery invites visitors to be a part of its story and take a journey through one of its tastings or flights. The winery wants to help visitors discover their own passion for wine. 711 Townbank Rd., Cape May. capemaywinery.com. 609.884.1169

CEDAR ROSE VINEYARDS | Cedar Rose Vineyards is located in rural South Jersey and specializes in production of estate-grown red, white, and rosé wines in a variety of styles ranging from traditional dry wines to sweet and dessert wines. Sandwiches and charcuterie platters are available. 431 Kenyon Ave., Millville. cedarrosevineyards.com. 856.221.3131

CEDARVALE WINERY | The Gaventa family is a fourth-generation farm family, producing fruit wines made with locally grown fruit. Established in 2008, the winery off ers wine tastings along with wines available by the glass and bottle. Outside seating is available as well. Cedarvale is open yearround, Thurs-Sun. 205 Repaupo Station Rd., Logan Twp. cedarvalewinery.com. 856.467.3088

CODA ROSSA WINERY | Coda Rossa’s wines are created with passion from start to finish. Named for the red-tail hawks that live in the vineyard, Coda Rossa Winery is an award winning winery located in the heart of Franklinville. The winery features both New Jersey and California wines. 1526 Dutch Mill Rd., Franklinville. codarossa.com. 856.697.9463

DIBELLA WINERY | Will and Julie DiBella run DiBella Winery while also caring for their two young daughters. The family-owned establishment off ers varieties such as Lemon Pomegranate, a semi-sweet red wine, and Traminette, a light, crisp, sweet white wine with hints of honey and apricot. 229 Davidson Rd., Woolwich Twp. dibellawinery.com. 609.221.6201

DiMATTEO VINEYARDS | DiMatteo Vineyards and Winery is located in Hammonton and off ers unexpected wine selections, such as Vidal Blanc, Traminette, and Pasquale Red. The winery’s location off ers the perfect climate and soil to produce some of the best wines on the East Coast. 951 8th St., Hammonton. dimatteowinery.com. 609.704.1414

THE FRIGHTENED TURTLE VINEYARD & WINERY | The Frightened Turtle began when the principals of Sunny Slope Orchards, a grower of tree fruits for more than 90 years, established a vineyard in 1997. The establishment expanded into a winery in 2018. Frightened Turtle specializes in both grape and fruit wines, including apple and peach varieties. 400 Greenwich Rd., Bridgeton. frightenedturtle.com. 856.451.0025

G&W WINERY | G&W Winery is a small, family-owned and operated boutique farm winery producing wines by hand from harvest to bottle. The winery, which is named aft er owners Dennis and Marie Hasson’s twin daughters, works passionately to create wine worthy of the family name. 1034 Rt. 47 S, Rio Grande. gandwwinery.com. 609.948.0595

HAWK HAVEN VINEYARD | Hawk Haven Vineyard is nestled in lower Cape May County, between the tempering waters of the Delaware Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. Sandy soils and cool ocean breezes create the perfect growing conditions for craft ing fine wines. Open daily year-round. 600 S Railroad Ave., Rio Grande. hawkhavenvineyard.com. 609.846.7347

JESSIE CREEK WINERY | The Winery, Inn, Gallery, and Vineyard are all limbs of one central entity: Jessie Creek. Through these limbs, Jessie Creek aims to create a space and product that provides exceptional and memorable moments for visitors. The winery specializes in estate-grown white and red varietals, including Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, and Merlot. 1 Rt. 47 N, Cape May Court House. jessiecreekwinery.com. 609.536.2023

MONROEVILLE VINEYARD & WINERY | John and Debra Basile purchased their farm back in 2009, planting four acres’ worth of grapes the following year. Since then, the Basile family has been navigating the excitement of winemaking, including opening a tasting room in 2012. Guests can indulge in Chambourcin, Cabernet Franc, Grüner Veltliner, and Chardonnay. 314 Richwood Rd., Monroeville. monroevillewinery.com 856.521.0523

NATALI VINEYARDS | The New Jersey climate makes Natali Vineyards an ideal place for growing European wine grapes, which are Natali’s specialty. Visitors can taste the care that goes into each bottle of wine—the reason it’s so loved. Try the weekly wine-pairing dinners. 221 N Delsea Dr., Cape May Court House. natalivineyards.com. 609.465.0075

PLAGIDO’S WINERY | Plagido’s Winery is a family- owned and operated winery with a cozy, inviting atmosphere. This fourth generation farm is located in Hammonton and has been awarded Winery of the Year. It’s truly a hidden gem among the giants. 570 N 1st Rd., Hammonton. plagidoswinery.com. 609.567.4633

RENAULT WINERY | Renault Winery has been in operation for nearly 160 years, earning the title of one of New Jersey’s oldest wineries. Located on a resort property, the winery off ers wines by the glass and bottle as well as sangria by the pitcher. Guests can also indulge in light fare and shared plates. 72 N Bremen Ave., Egg Harbor City. renaultwinery.com. 609.965.2111

SALEM OAK VINEYARDS | Salem Oak Vineyards is a small family farm nestled in Salem County. The vineyard is open Tues-Sun, beginning at noon, and is well worth a visit to taste local wines, wonderful cuisine, and homemade chocolates. Try the Christopher Andrew 2016 Chambourcin, a Best of New Jersey Silver Medalist in 2019. 60 N Railroad Ave., Pedricktown. salemoakvineyards.com. 856.889.2121

SHARROTT WINERY | Sharrott Winery’s tasting room and wine bar are open year-round with a range of tours, tastings, live music events, and great food. With more than 20 award-winning wines, there is a lot to love. Try the Barrel Reserve Chardonnay or Reserve Vignoles. 370 S Egg Harbor Rd., Hammonton. sharrottwinery.com. 609.567.9463

SUMMIT CITY WINERY | Summit City Winery is celebrating its eighth vintage and specializes in non-grape fruit wines. Additionally, Summit City’s menu includes classical white and red grape wines, with more than 30 total wine varieties. Wines are served in a tasting room adorned with regionally unique memorabilia. 500 University Blvd., Glassboro. summitcityfarms.com. 856.881.2930

TERRA NONNO | When translated from Italian to English, Terra Nonno means “father’s land.” The Pipitone family inherited the land from their grandfather and turned part of it into the vineyard. The first batch of wine was produced in 2018, and now, guests can taste various locally-made wines such as Blue Eyes and Godfather’s Blend. 370 Garrison Rd., Millville. terranonno.com. 856.575.1459

TOMASELLO WINERY | Tomasello Winery has been around since 1933, making it one of NJ’s oldest wineries. The third generation of Tomasellos currently runs the winery. Tomasello’s has various tasting rooms located around the state, so customers never have to travel far to indulge in a glass. 225 N White Horse Pke., Hammonton. tomasellowinery.com 1.800. MMM-WINE (666.9463)

VALENZANO WINERY | Valenzano Winery has been producing quality wine since 1996. Valenzano wines have won gold medals from the Indy International Wine Competition and Finger Lakes International Wine Competition as well as received the coveted NJ Governor’s Cup, among other prestigious awards. Visit Valenzano to sample the award-winning wines. 1090 Rt. 206, Shamong. valenzanowine.com. 609.268.6731

VILLARI VINEYARDS | The Villari family farm was purchased by Salvatore Villari back in 1925. It has remained in the family ever since, now serving as the site of Villari Vineyards. The Villari family invites guests to enjoy several varieties of wine, including its One Nation options, along with Moscato, Chardonnay, and more. 1116 Tanyard Rd., Sewell. villarivineyards. com. 888.495.3330

WHITE HORSE WINERY | Situated on a beautiful and bucolic 58-acre farm, White Horse Winery specializes in fine, old-world-style wines. The winery opened in 2016 and off ers more than a dozen varieties of red, white, and rosé to guests. Plus, enjoy live music and food pairings, such as food trucks and pizza. 106 Hall St., Hammonton. whitehorsewinery.com. 609.270.1411

WILLIAM HERITAGE WINERY | As the recent recipient of multiple 90-point ratings from the Wine Enthusiast, the Wine Advocate, and Wine & Spirits Magazine, William Heritage Winery has begun cementing itself as a benchmark producer in NJ’s largest wine growing region. 480 Mullica Hill Rd., Mullica Hill. williamheritagewine.com. 856.589.4474

WILLOW CREEK WINERY | The unique climate of the Cape May Peninsula allows Willow Creek to produce some of the finest hand-craft ed wines found this side of Europe. Enjoy vineyard views from the post & beam tasting room paired with the winery’s delicious grill menu. 168 Stevens St., West Cape May. willowcreekwinery.com. 609.770.8782

ALSO:
Balic Winery | 6623 Harding Hwy., Mays Landing. balicwinery.com. 609.625.2166
Blue Cork Winery & Vineyard | 1093 Blue Bell Rd., Williamstown. bluecorkwine.com. 856.885.2545
Chestnut Run Farm | 66 Stewart Rd., Pilesgrove. chestnutrunfarm.com. 856.769.2158
Turdo Vineyards & Winery | 3911 Bayshore Rd., North Cape May turdovineyards.com. 609.884.5591
Wagonhouse Winery | 1401 Rt. 45, Swedesboro. wagonhousewinery.com. 856.408.1401

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LEHIGH VALLEY WINE TRAIL (PA)

Discover eastern Pennsylvania’s Lehigh Valley Wine Trail, created more than 20 years ago by the founding fathers (and mothers) of Lehigh Valley viticulture. A federally designated American Viticultural Area for grape growing and winemaking since 2008, Lehigh Valley wine trail consists of eight member wineries across three counties. lehighvalleywinetrail.com

SHAWANGUNK WINE TRAIL (NY)

Nestled between the Shawangunk Mountains and the Hudson River, the Shawangunk Wine Trail is home to 15 New York Wineries, just 60 miles from New York City. The wineries are small to medium-sized, family-owned establishments that stretch from New Paltz to Warwick, producing award-winning whites, reds, and distilled spirits. shawangunkwinetrail.com

BREW JERSEY

New Jersey’s beer industry is booming. The number of local breweries has grown by nearly 50% in the past five years and more than 100 local breweries and brewpubs now stand ready to welcome you with fresh, expertly crafted beer. Plan a visit and experience the entrepreneurial energy driving this fast-growing sector. Here are two good places to start; find more at ediblejersey.com

MUDHEN BREWING CO. | Year-round, fullservice restaurant with three bars, live music, a patio and a massive Biergarten with lawn games. Come experience our quality craft beers at Wildwood’s only brewery! 127 W. Rio Grande Ave, Wildwood. mudhenbrew.com. 609.846.7918

TOMS RIVER BREWING | Steeped in Irish Tradition, Toms River Brewing blends timehonored brewing methods with innovation and modern beer chemistry to produce our unique portfolio of styles. 1540 Route 37 West, Toms River. tomriverbrewing.com. 732.608.1004