Community Corner
Connecticut's Wine Country
The Constitution State is home to no fewer than 23 wineries, all of which are just a short car ride along the Connecticut Wine Trail.
Have you ever driven past one of those signs – you know, the one that reads “Connecticut Wine Trail” – and wondered, what, exactly, it meant? Turns out, our great state is home to no fewer than 23 wineries, all of which are just a short car ride away. The trail is divided into two sections, East and West. There are plenty to explore – and we would never suggest you attempt to visit all 23 in one weekend, so we chose five to get you started. Cheers!
Bishop’s Orchards Winery
1355 Boston Post Road
US Route 1
Guilford, CT
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Phone: (866) 2BISHOP
Website: www.bishopsorchardswinery.com
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Tasting Hours: Open all year. Friday, Saturday and Sunday 12-5; Wine Sales 7 Days a Week: Mon-Sat 10-7 and Sunday 11-6
Jonathan Edwards Winery
74 Chester Main Road
North Stonington, CT 06359
Phone: 860-535-0202
Website: www.jedwardswinery.com
Tasting Hours: The winery is open Wednesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., with a wine tour given at 3 p.m. Tours are often given by Jonathan himself, and occasionally include barrel tastings of future wines.
Jones Winery
606 Walnut Tree Hill Road
Shelton, CT 06484
Phone: 203-929-8425
Website: www.jonesfamilyfarms.com
Tasting Hours: From January through March, Jones’ Tasting Room and Winery are closed, but the season will open in just another month on Friday, April 1. Starting in April, the Tasting Room will be open Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Mclaughlin Vineyards
14 Albert’s Hill Road
Sandy Hook, CT 06482
Phone: 203-426-1533
Website: www.mclaughlinvineyards.com
Tasting Hours: Mclaughlin Vineyards is available for wine tastings during normal business hours: Wednesday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The wine tasting fee is $7 plus tax, which includes a complimentary tasting glass. No reservations are necessary unless you have a party of 10 or more.
Sunset Meadow Vineyards
599 Old Middle Street
Rte. 63
Goshen, CT 06756
Phone: 860-201-4654
Website: www.sunsetmeadowvineyards.com
Tasting Hours: Tasting Room hours are Friday, Saturday and Sunday 12 to 5 p.m. Sunset Meadow Vineyards recently announced the release of Midnight Ice, its first vintage of true Ice Wine. Limited Production.
