"Italy, France, California, New Zealand. These are the places that come to mind first when we think of exceptional wine, right? Of course, it's tough to argue that these locations aren't the best in the business, but that doesn't mean there aren't others that are deserving of praise, too. For most wine-loving Americans, it's close to impossible to visit a Tuscan vineyard or a French château, or even a Californian winery in the famous Napa Valley. It's a lot easier than you'd think to visit places that offer the same ambiences, experiences, and high-quality wines as these top-tier locations-particularly for east coasters."
"Scattered throughout New England, you'll find an abundance of incredible wineries that combine traditional grape growing and winemaking with northeast culture, community, history, and a wide variety of environments and atmospheres. Whether you're looking for a winery to visit for a casual day trip, a special occasion, or even just to purchase some of their products to take home, there's no shortage of hidden gems to choose from across all six states."
"Now, allow me to introduce you to New England's oldest vineyard: Sakonnet Vineyard in Little Compton, Rhode Island. Established in 1975, this outdoor location has gained fame not only for its historical relevance, but for its award-winning wines, too. It also has a small kitchen with seasonal foods to pair with your wines, including grazing boards, classic New England clam chowder, and a San Marzano flatbread. If you're looking for more than a private wine tasting, Sakonnet's calendar is almost always booked and busy with things like folk festivals, line dancing, live music, and partnered events like its Green Market, which combines a classic farmer's market with all things wine-related."
New England contains numerous wineries that rival famous international regions by offering high-quality wines, varied ambiences, and accessible tasting experiences for east coasters. Wineries across the six states blend traditional grape growing and winemaking with local culture, community events, history, and diverse settings. Options range from casual day trips to special-occasion venues and straightforward retail purchases. Sakonnet Vineyard in Little Compton, Rhode Island, founded in 1975, exemplifies the region with award-winning wines, a seasonal kitchen, and a busy events calendar featuring festivals, live music, markets, and community activities.
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