Wineries
Toast the New Year — with NJ Wines!
Join us throughout the state at Garden State Wineries:
BELLVIEW WINERY
Alpine Winter Weekend
January 22 and 23, 2011
Admission: $5.00, children free
Celebrating the winter season, we’re bringing a touch of the Alps to Bellview. We’ll be featuring our wines made with cold climate grapes, like Pinot Grigio, Traminette, Lemberger, Lettizzia, Cristallina and hot Winter Spice. Wine flights will be offered, so you can explore a few different tastes. Enjoy delicious fondue and other regional dishes, and munch on some roasted chestnuts outdoors around the fire pit (weather permitting). Winery tours at 12, 2 and 4pm at no additional charge. Dress for the weather and kick the winter doldrums with us! Admission includes tours, tasting, and wine glass. No reservations necessary. For more information, www.BellviewWinery.com or call 856-697-7172 seven days a week, 11am to 5pm.
FOUR SISTERS WINERY
Murder Mystery Dinner
January 29, 2011
5:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Cost: $50 per person, plus tax; Tickets are available by calling 908-475-3671
Foul play is afoot at Four Sisters Winery. There has been a mysterious murder at the old vineyard and you might be the guest who cracks the case! Come join us for an evening of interactive entertainment where guests play the characters in a classic murder mystery dinner! The event includes a formal wine tasting and a delicious buffet-style dinner. Relax and enjoy the tranquility of a winter evening as you ponder the case. Remember not to get too comfortable though … A murderer walks amongst you!
Wine and Cheese Pairing
January 8 and 9, 2011
Noon to 4:00 pm
Cost: $5.00 per person
Ever wonder what to serve at your next cocktail party? Enjoy an afternoon at Four Sisters Winery pairing delectable wines with scrumptious cheese. A cheese plate will be served with four cheeses while our staff will offer an educational presentation of Four Sisters Winery wines. Call for tickets 908-475-3671. Look for other upcoming wine and food activities. Check 908-475-3671, www.foursisterswinery.com for more info.
HAWK HAVEN VINEYARD AND WINERY
Hawk Haven Wine & Tasting Bar
Every Day
11:00 am to 7:00 pm
It’s 5 o’clock somewhere! Come enjoy a relaxing afternoon or evening at Hawk Haven’s Wine Bar. Wine tasting, wine by the glass/bottle and gourmet cheese plates. Bring a picnic basket or stop in for a glass of wine before dinner.
Vineyard Tours
Saturdays & Sundays
12, 3, 6 pm
Admission: $12, kids free
Enjoy a guided tour through our vineyard. Learn about the history of our farm, viticulture and wine-making as you taste our wines! $12 includes wine tasting, tour, and souvenir tasting glass. Kids (under 21) tour for free! Also by appointment, call 609-846-7374.
HOPEWELL VALLEY VINEYARDS
Music and Wine Fridays
Every Friday Night
5:00 to 8:00 pm
Admission: Free
Live Music
Ambiance Duo – January 7, John & Carm – January 14, Darla & Rich – January 21, Hopewell Valley Vineyards’ Jazz Ensemble – January 28.
LAURITA WINERY
Capturing Great Vacation Photos by Ken Hubbard
January 14, 2011
6:00 to 8:00pm
Admission: $45.00 per person
Professional photographer, Ken Hubbard, whose photographs are currently on display at Laurita, will be offering a photography lecture that will address capturing great vacation photos and color photography. The seminar will include a wine tasting of Laurita wines. Whether you are a professional, novice or beginner, you will walk away with some wonderful tips and techniques. For more information, please visit www.lauritawinery.com or call 609.758.8000.
Laurita Country Night – Line Dancing
January 15, 2011
7:00pm to 11:00pm
Admission: Tickets are $5.00 pre-registration and $7.00 on January 15
It’s all about having fun! You’ll learn Red Hot Salsa, Scrap It! and SOTB with Debbie F. and spend the rest of the night dancing to all of your requests and favorites. Great food, great wine, great dancing and a great time! Country style menu specials will be available for purchase starting at 6:00pm. Food, wines and beverages are not included in the ticket purchase. The ticket price for attendance is for participants and observers and includes lessons and dancing. For more information, please visit www.lauritawinery.com or call 609.758.8000.
The Blessing of the Vineyard
January 22, 2011
Music to begin at 1:00pm, The Blessing is at 2:00pm
Admission: Free
The blessing will be officiated by Father John Morley of Seton Hall University. Entertainment will be provided by the Skyelanders, Jimmy Doyle, bagpiper and Scotty Butts, drummer, who have been playing together for 20 years and have a unique collection of tunes. The Skyelanders play everything from the Scottish and Irish tunes to Sinatra, Dean Martin and the Beatles. Award winning Laurita wines and delicious food selections will be available for purchase. After the ceremony, guests will retreat to the Laurita Room. A free glass of white or red wine will be offered along with the breaking of bread. For more information, please visit www.lauritawinery.com or call 609.758.8000.
OLD YORK CELLARS
NOW OPEN!
Old York Cellars, formally Amwell Valley Vineyards, has re-opened with new owners, new wines, and new digs. One of New Jersey’s oldest wineries is now its newest! Come visit us for a wine tasting, Friday-Sunday 12-5pm. For more information, visit: www.oldyorkcellars.com. We hope to see you soon!
80 Old York Road, Ringoes, NJ 08551 908.284.WINE (9463)
Holiday Weekend Special
January 14 to 17, 2011
Noon to 5:00 pm
Admission: $5/person
Shake off the cold winter month with a trip to Old York Cellars. To celebrate the long weekend we will be open Friday – Monday 12 – 5pm offering wine and cheese tasting, tours, and special wine discounts. Call 908.284.9463 or visit www.oldyorkcellars.com for more information.
Blending Seminar
January 23, 2011
1:00 pm
Admission: $15/person
Ever wondered why winemakers blend wine or how is it done? Then come out to our special blending seminar. Our winemaker, Scott Gares, will go over all of this and more, plus you will have the opportunity to blend your very own wine. As you sip and create, you will get the chance to be a winemaker for the day. Limited spaces and reservations are required. Call 908.284.9463 or email: laurin@oldyorkcellars.com to reserve your spots of this fun and unique afternoon.
RENAULT WINERY
Authentic Neapolitan Cuisine at Joseph’s Restaurant
January 2, 2011
$14.95 includes choice of soup or salad and entrée.
View menu online at www.renaultwinery.com
Classic Wines from Spain & Portugal
January 14, 2011
6:30 pm
Cost: $45 plus tax and service charge
This class will introduce attendees to some of the methods to evaluate, experience and understand all the aromas and tastes that wine has to offer. We will take you on a culinary trip to the most widely planted wine-producing nation: Spain. This region produces some outstanding wines and we will experience these along with a buffet dinner.
Renault Dinner Theater “Game Show”
January 28, 2011
Get ready to play your favorite games from TV Land with a hilarious, interactive, original comedy that celebrates the great American game shows. You could be spinning the wheel, guessing a price or answering a trivia question, YOU are the contestants! YOU WILL PLAY, YOU WILL LAUGH AND YOU WILL HAVE FUN … Come on down, reservation required – call 609.965.2111 to make your reservation $59.95 per person plus tax and gratuity, includes show and dinner.
SHARROTT WINERY
Warm up with Wine Cheese & Comfort Foods
January 8 and 9, 2010
11:00 am to 5:00 pm
What better way to warm up in the cold of winter that with some good old comfort foods and fine wine. The combinations of wine, cheese and comfort foods are specially selected by our certified sommelier.
Chardonnay Vertical Weekend
January 15 and 16, 2010
11:00 am to 5:00 pm
Our winemakers will guide you through three vintage years of our chardonnays, explaining the differences and why they occur. Two will be from the bottle and one will be from the barrel – still in the making! A great way to experience the difference a vintage makes.
Tap-a-Tank Weekend
January 22 and 23, 2010
11:00 am to 5:00 pm
We will be sampling a number of our 2010 vintage wines straight from the tanks. This is a great way to taste wines in the making like the winemakers do. Of course we will also have finished wines to taste so that you can compare them. Our winemakers will be on hand to explain the process and teach about making and finishing wines.
Wine & Cheese Pairing Class
January 28, 2011
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
This is one of our educational series classes taught by our winemaker and sommelier. This course will teach you how to pair wine and cheese through tasting examples prepared by our certified sommelier. A fun night of learning, drinking great wine and eating wonderful cheese. Tuition for the class is $25 and advance registration and payment is required. Please call the winery at 609-567-9463 to register.
BYOG Weekend
January 29 and 30, 2011
11:00 am to 5:00 pm
Bring your own glass to Sharrott Winery and get a free tasting. Prizes will be given for unique wine glasses. No beer steins allowed! Glasses must have stems to qualify for a prize.
TERHUNE ORCHARDS & WINERY
NOW OPEN!
Welcome to one of the Garden State Wine Growers Association’s newest wineries!
Tasting room open Wed through Sun 12-5pm. Come visit us for a wine tasting. For more information, visit: www.terhuneorchards.com. We hope to see you soon!
330 Cold Soil Road, Princeton, NJ 08540 609-924-2310
TURDO VINEYARDS & WINERY
CLOSED – SOLD OUT OF WINE
Will reopen April 2011
VALANZANO WINERY
‘lol’ – Wine & Comedy Night
January 15, 2011
7:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Valenzano Winery will be hosting our first Comedy night featuring: * Joey Kola from the Martha Stuart Show * Patty Rosborough from Comedy Central’s “Short Attention Span Theater” * Jeff Pirrami the ‘Fat Rat Bastard’. $60.00 includes 4 course buffet, 2 hour open wine bar, comedy show, coffee, beverages and desserts, DJ and Dancing. This show is SOLD OUT. Sign up for our newsletter at www.valenzanowine.com to be notified about a second show.
WAGONHOUSE WINERY
Please note that the only address for Wagonhouse Winery Tasting Room is: 353 Wolfert Station Road, Mullica Hill, NJ 08062. Refer to www.newjerseywines.com for actual location confirmation and we encourage you to call in advance for hours and directions.
For additional events, visit http://www.newjerseywines.com/events.html.
Deck the Halls … with Garden State Wines!
Join us throughout the state at Garden State Wineries:
CEDARVALE WINERY
Paws 4 The Cause
December 4, 2010
7 to 9PM
Paws 4 the Cause ~ Happy Howlidays ~ Save The Animals Foundation
Live Music ~ Rocky Digati & Omar Lopes we perform Classics, Originals, Standards.
No cover ~ donations accepted for “Save The Animals Foundation”
Bring your own snacks ~ we have the wine! Cheers!
For more information, visit www.newjerseywines.com.
Sir Beatle ~ Beatles Sing Along Show
December 18, 2010
7:00 pm
$5 cover
Special Holiday Show ~ All are welcome! Bring your own snacks ~ we have the wine!
Reservations recommended ~ give us a call 856-467-3088, e-mail marsha@cedarvalewinery.com or visit www.newjerseywines.com.
CREAM RIDGE WINERY
Holiday Open House
December 4 & 5, 2010
11 am – 5 pm
Free Admission
Sample our Holiday Spice wine served warm as well as hot Wassail. Share a wine tasting; take a tour. Wine Releases: Pear, Chocolateberry, Cream Ridge Red, Cabernet Franc. Taste some of our gourmet products from our shop. Christmas Carolers on Sunday! For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
FOUR SISTERS WINERY
Grand Opening Celebration – Holiday Wine Outlet
December 4 & 5, 2010
10am – 9pm
ADMISSION: Free Admission
It’s a GRAND OPENING Celebration for Four Sisters Winery “Holiday Wine Outlet” at the Phillipsburg Mall – Rt. 22, Phillipsburg, NJ. Refreshments Served – door prizes A SPECIAL GIFT FOR YOU. Complimentary wine tasting. Holiday Gift Baskets, Personalized Wine Labels and Gift Certificates are available including Barefoot Grape Stomping and Murder Mystery Dinners. Open 10am – 9pm through December 31st For more information, visit www.foursisterswinery.com or www.newjerseywines.com.
Holiday Wine Workshop (Four Sisters Winery)
December 4 & 5, 2010
11am – 6pm
ADMISSION: Free Admission
The Holiday Elves will prepare Wine Gift Baskets and Personalized Wine Labels for all your holiday gift giving. Holiday Wine Punch will be served with take-home recipes. Wine by the Case – 10% discount. Gift Certificates: Wine, Barefoot Grape Stomping & Murder Mystery Dinners. A special thank you for all – Complimentary wine tasting and wine cellar tours. For more information www.newjerseywines.com.
Sparkling Holidays at Four Sisters Winery
December 18 & 19, 2010
11am – 6pm
ADMISSION: Free Admission
It’s a sparkling holiday! Sparkling Wine Punch served with holiday cookies. Many beautiful wine baskets with a host of other items. “Holiday Special” Sadie’s Apple wine and Warren Hills White gift basket – 20% discount. Complimentary wine tasting and wine cellar tours. Gift Certificates: Wine, Barefoot Grape Stomping and Murder Mystery Dinners. For more information www.newjerseywines.com.
HAWK HAVEN VINEYARD AND WINERY
Hawk Haven Wine & Tasting Bar
Every Day
11am-7pm
It’s 5 o’clock somewhere! Come enjoy a relaxing afternoon or evening at Hawk Haven’s Wine Bar. Wine tasting, wine by the glass/bottle and gourmet cheese plates. Bring a picnic basket or stop in for a glass of wine before dinner. For more information www.newjerseywines.com.
Vineyard Tours
Saturdays & Sundays
12, 3, 6pm
Admission: $12, kids free
Enjoy a guided tour through our vineyard. Learn about the history of our farm, viticulture and wine-making as you taste our wines! $12 includes wine tasting, tour, and souvenir tasting glass. Kids (under 21) tour for free! Also by appointment, call 609-846-7374. For more information www.newjerseywines.com.
HOPEWELL VALLEY VINEYARDS
Christmas Special
Dec. 4, 2010
7-10 pm
Admission $10
Sir Beatle. Wine by the glass or bottle available for purchase.
Music and Wine Fridays
Every Friday Night
5-8 pm
Admission: Free
Live Music: Consenting Adults – Dec. 3, Trio Valez – Dec. 10, Hopewell Valley Vineyards Jazz –Dec. 17. For more information, visit www.newjerseywines.com.
LAURITA WINERY
Laurita’s First Annual Holiday Winetique
December 5 and December 12, 2010
Noon – 5:00pm
Admission is one unwrapped toy per family that will be donated to Toys 4 Tots.
Join us for our First Annual Winetique. Laurita is the place to do your one stop Christmas shopping. Many wonderful gift ideas that will please every taste and budget await you. Get all of your holiday shopping done early with local vendors and crafters at Laurita. There will be jewelry, handmade ornaments, personalized items, etc. So come on out and sip, shop and relax! For more information, please visit www.lauritawinery.com or call 609.758.8000.
Santa Visits Laurita Winery
December 5, 11, 12 & 18, 2010
1:00 – 4:00pm
Free Admission
For more information, please visit www.lauritawinery.com or call 609.758.8000.
Capturing & Creating the B&W Image by Ken Hubbard
December 10, 2010
6:00-8:00pm
Admission: $45.00 per person
Professional photographer, Ken Hubbard, will be offering two photography lectures. The first one on December 10, is a class in B&W photography. The second seminar, on January 14, 2011, will address capturing great vacation photos and color photography. Both seminars will include a wine tasting of Laurita wines. Each lecture is $45.00 per person. For more information, please visit www.lauritawinery.com or call 609.758.8000.
Country Line Dancing with DJ Mark
December 11, 2010
7:00-10:00pm
Admission: Tickets are $5.00 in advance and $7.00 on December 11
For more information, please visit www.lauritawinery.com or call 609.758.8000.
Atlantic Brass Band
December 19, 2010
2:00-4:00pm
Admission: $10.00 per person
Laurita Winery welcomes back The Atlantic Brass Band! The band has presented the finest in brass band music in performance throughout the United States and Europe. Currently Artists in Residence at Rowan University, the band has performed with world-renowned brass soloists and shared the stage with stellar brass ensembles and bands from England and Italy. For more information, please visit www.lauritawinery.com or call 609.758.8000.
NATALI VINEYARDS
Holiday Cheer Festival Weekend & Local Business Holiday Shopping Extravaganza
December 11, 2010
12pm-5pm
FREE ADMISSION
Join us at Natali Vineyards in Cape May Court house for our 2nd annual Holiday Cheer Wine Festival featuring over 20 local holiday vendors, live performance from the Anne Oswald Band, 4 Cape May Restaurants selling great foods and gift certificates, and of course the best part our award winning wines. Enjoy 5 samples for $5 or feel free to purchase by the glass or by the bottle and shop amongst great South Jersey holiday vendors. Don’t forget to pick up some great holiday wine gift baskets! Free Vineyard & Barrel room tours at 2pm and 4pm. Its free admission so bring the whole family. Shop and support local this year! For more information check out NataliWines.com or call us 609-972-7318.
OLD YORK CELLARS
NOW OPEN!
Old York Cellars, formally Amwell Valley Vineyards, has re-opened with new owners, new wines, and new digs. One of New Jersey’s oldest wineries is now its newest! Come visit us for a wine tasting, Friday-Sunday 12-5pm. For more information, visit: www.oldyorkcellars.com. We hope to see you soon!
80 Old York Road, Ringoes, NJ 08551908.284.WINE (9463)
Holiday Wine and Food Event
December 5, 2010
1-3pm
$12/person
Old York Cellars wants to help you with some great ideas for your holiday feast. Join Culinary Creations, and chef Andrew Pantano, for a special holiday wine and food tasting. Chef Pantano will be demonstrating how to prepare some of his favorite holiday dishes, and Old York Cellars will pair the perfect wine with each selection. Seats will fill up fast so be sure to reserve your places today! Call 908.284.9463 or email laurin@oldyorkcellars.com to make reservations.
Chocolate and Wine
December 12, 2010
12-5pm
Give yourself, and those you love, the gift of chocolate. Join The Chocolate Box and Old York Cellars for our chocolate and wine event. The Chocolate box of Lambertville will be on hand sampling and pairing their award winning chocolate with our wines. For more information call 908.284.9463 or visit www.oldyorkcellars.com.
Last Minute Shopping Days at Old York Cellars
December 19, 2010
12-5pm
In a pinch and need to get some last minute gifts? Come out to the winery Sunday, December 19th for our last minute shopping days. Free wine tasting, plus cheese and wine pairing. Gift baskets will also be available so you can present your wine in style. Call 908.284.9463 or visit www.oldyorkcellars.com for more information.
SHARROTT WINERY
Case Club Tasting Event
December 4, 2010
4 to 6 pm
Case Club Tasting Event: 4 to 6pm.
Vertical barrel tasting with appetizers. Open to our case club members only. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
Toys for Tots – Bring in a toy & get a coupon for 15% off purchases at the winery. Toys should be new and unwrapped.
Taste of Woodbury
December 11, 2010
6 to 9pm
The Town of Woodbury is celebrating the holidays with their annual Taste of Woodbury event. They have invited us to participate again this year. We will be sampling our wines in La Piazza Di Scotto. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
Open Microphone Holiday Sing
December 18, 19, 2010
1:00 to 5:00 pm
Join us for an informal holiday sing along. We will have songbooks, a microphone and holiday spirit. You bring the voice! Nervous about singing? Our Chief Wineaux tenor will help with the singing. . For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
Food Pairing Weeks
Come in and sample a different food with one of our wines each week during the month. We will have pairing guides and sample recipes available too.
SILVER DECOY WINERY
Merry Holiday Experience
December 11 and 12, 2010
Noon – 6:00 PM
$5 admission (complimentary glass)
Amidst the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, come and enjoy a wonderful afternoon with us at Silver Decoy Winery. Award-winning wine tasting and hourly barrel samples with the winemaker will surely be a memorable experience for all! Relax and listen to Dan Sufalko’s music in our cozy tasting room next to the toasty fire. Yes, Brian will be tempting you again with his tasty treats, and remember to check out all our beautiful gift baskets on display. We look forward to seeing you then. If you need directions or further information you can call us at 609-371-6000 or look on our website, www.silverdecoywinery.com. Hope to see you then!
TERHUNE ORCHARDS & WINERY
NOW OPEN!
Welcome to one of the Garden State Wine Growers Association’s newest wineries!
Tasting room open Wed through Sun 12-5pm. Come visit us for a wine tasting. For more information, visit: www.terhuneorchards.com. We hope to see you soon!
330 Cold Soil Road, Princeton, NJ 08540 609-924-2310
TOMASELLO WINERY
Annual Holiday Opera Gala
December 11, 2010
$65 inclusive
Limited seating. Please call in advance for availability – 800-666-9463.
TURDO VINEYARDS & WINERY
CLOSED – SOLD OUT OF WINE
Will reopen April 2011
WAGONHOUSE WINERY
Please note that the only address for Wagonhouse Winery Tasting Room is: 353 Wolfert Station Road, Mullica Hill, NJ 08062. Refer to www.newjerseywines.com for actual location confirmation and we encourage you to call in advance for hours and directions.
For additional events, visit http://www.newjerseywines.com/events.html.
Start Your Holiday Season — at a New Jersey Winery
Join us throughout the state at Garden State Wineries:
4JG’s ORCHARDS AND VINEYARDS
Colts Neck Wine Workshop
November 17, 2010
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Admission: $30 per person, per session.
Join Craig Donofrio, Advanced Sommelier (Court of Master Sommeliers), as he discusses Rhone Varietals – Syrah, Shiraz, Grenache, and other grapes used in Rhone Valley blends. Perfect wines for the fall harvest season. You will discuss wine styles, blind-tasting techniques, food and wine pairing tips and other wine-related themes to improve your wine knowledge at any level. Seminars will be held in the spectacular setting of award-winning 4JG’s Vineyards in Colts Neck. The admission charge will include samplings of food and wine as well as an informative seminar in a casual, fun setting. Seminars will build in intensity and topics will shift so repeat attendance is welcomed. Sign Up Early since our last two classes has been sold out! For more information contact us at cnvintner@optonline.net or visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
Holiday Wine Trail Weekend
November 26, 27 & 28, 2010
Noon to 5:00 pm
Admission: $5 cover charge (includes etched logo wine glass)
It’s the time of year again, Santa, singing, and festivities for the holiday! The Holiday Wine Trail is our annual celebration of good food and good wine, shared with family and friends. Join Four JG’s as we pair our wines with delicious food. Enjoy cooking demonstrations, our award-winning wines, and stock up on Holiday gifts for your family and friends. For more information contact us at cnvintner@optonline.net or visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
AMALTHEA CELLARS
Holiday Wine Trail Weekend
November 26, 27 & 28, 2010
Noon to 5:00 pm
Admission: $5.00 per person
Holiday Wine Trail is here, so have some fun while shopping for your special someone and bring in the holiday season in style! The gift of wine not only is always a big hit but it makes gift-giving easy on you — and on your budget. Stock your cellar for the holidays, sample, shop, —and save…special sales all 3 days. As always, we offer our free wine tasting which includes current vintages and new releases just in time for the holiday. Also, don’t miss what makes our wine trail so special — Amalthea Cellars vintage and barrel tasting! For a $10 fee, guests can sample and purchase some of the greatest vintages of the past and future. See you on the Wine Trail! For more information, visit www.newjerseywines.com.
AUBURN ROAD VINEYARD AND WINERY
Holiday Wine Trail Weekend
November 26, 27 & 28, 2010
Noon to 5:00 pm
Admission: $5.00 per person (kids are free!)
Start your holiday season out with us! Great activities all weekend! Enjoy a warm glass of our new famous Mad Anthony’s Spiced Apple Wine, tastings of all of our great Auburn Road Wine Tours of the winery and Barrel Room with our winemaker, Julianne, and samplings of terrific gourmet organic locally-made soups from R Fabulous Foods. Listen to live music all weekend long, including: jazz and holiday music from The Jeff Nowmos Trio on Saturday, great acoustic guitarist and singer/songwriter Sam Lamont Saturday night from 7 to 9 PM, and Enoteca favorites Maggie and Alyssa on Sunday. R Fabulous Foods will have warm bowls of all their soups and other gourmet delicacies available for sale as well as, as always, our great Auburn Road Antipasto (with artisan cheeses, fresh rusty bread and olive oil, castelvertano olives, soppresata, and fresh tomato bruschetta). Come warm up by our new fireplace and celebrate the holidays! And if you want to get the weekend started early, come out on Wednesday night, Nov. 24 for Rhondo and the Goodes performing live from 7 to 9 PM! For more information, visit www.newjerseywines.com.
BELLVIEW WINERY
Holiday Wine Trail Weekend
November 26, 27 & 28, 2010
Admission: $5.00 per person
We’re kicking off a spirited holiday season with a weekend of fun. All of our wines will be open for sampling, including the 2009 gold medal-winning Petit Verdot. Enjoy delicious seasonal treats, order light fare, sangria and hot spiced wine from our menu. You’ll find unique gifts, beautiful gift baskets and more in our shop, so you can do some holiday shopping while avoiding the malls. Winery tours at 12, 2 and 4pm at no additional charge. Admission includes tours, tasting, and wine glass. No reservations necessary. For directions, www.BellviewWinery.com or call 856-697-7172 seven days a week. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
CEDARVALE WINERY
Holiday Wine Trail Weekend
November 26, 27 & 28, 2010
Noon to 5:00 pm
Admission: $10 wine tasting (includes souvenir wine glass, wine tasting, light food)
Join us at Cedarvale Winery Thanksgiving Weekend ~ Enjoy a wine tasting. Music performed by Jayne. Rastelli Direct ~ Five Star Foods IBP #132 will have samples of restaurant quality foods for you to try. Bring your friends, family and help us kick off the holiday season! For more information, visit www.newjerseywines.com.
Paws 4 The Cause
December 4, 2010
7:00 to 9:00 pm
Paws 4 the Cause ~ Happy Howlidays ~ Save The Animals Foundation
Live Music ~ Rocky Digati & Omar Lopes we perform Classics, Originals, Standards.
No cover ~ donations accepted for “Save The Animals Foundation”
Bring your own snacks ~ we have the wine! Cheers!
For more information, visit www.newjerseywines.com.
Sir Beatle ~ Beatles Sing Along Show
December 18, 2010
7:00 pm
Admission: $5 cover
Special Holiday Show ~ All are welcome! Bring your own snacks ~ we have the wine!
Reservations recommended ~ give us a call 856-467-3088, e-mail marsha@cedarvalewinery.com or visit www.newjerseywines.com.
CODA ROSSA WINERY
Holiday Wine Trail Weekend
November 26, 27 & 28, 2010
11:00 am to 5:00 pm
Admission: $10
Join us at Coda Rossa Winery in Franklinville, NJ Thanksgiving Weekend. Admission price includes our Master List wine tasting (15+ wines), souvenir glass, terrific food and live music. Take a walk through the vineyard, or just enjoy the view from our new pergola-covered patio. Great food, live music and fantastic wines, what could be better? Oh yea, we will also have some retail vendors on hand if you are looking for unique / special holiday gifts. More information and specific details about each day’s events can be found on our website www.codarossa.com or visit www.newjerseywines.com.
CREAM RIDGE WINERY
Holiday Wine Trail Weekend
November 26, 27 & 28, 2010
11:00 am to 6:00 pm
Complimentary wine tasting and tours. Browse our gourmet shop and sample some of our Holiday products. Gift baskets and holiday gifts for family and friends. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
FOUR SISTERS WINERY
Holiday Wine Trail Weekend
November 26, 27 & 28, 2010
11:00 am to 6:00 pm
ADMISSION: Free Admission
Four Sisters Winery features what to serve for holiday entertaining! Cheese Fondue, Wine and other holiday entertaining tidbits. Take-home recipes. Warren Hills White Wine Gift Baskets 15% discount – Personalized Wine Labels. For more information www.newjerseywines.com.
Grand Opening Celebration – Holiday Wine Outlet
December 4 & 5, 2010
10:00 am to 9:00 pm
ADMISSION: Free Admission
It’s a GRAND OPENING Celebration for Four Sisters Winery “Holiday Wine Outlet” at the Phillipsburg Mall – Rt. 22, Phillipsburg, NJ. Refreshments Served – door prizes A SPECIAL GIFT FOR YOU. Complimentary wine tasting. Holiday Gift Baskets, Personalized Wine Labels and Gift Certificates are available including Barefoot Grape Stomping and Murder Mystery Dinners. Open 10am – 9pm through December 31st. For more information visit www.foursisterswinery.com or www.newjerseywines.com.
Holiday Wine Workshop
December 4 & 5, 2010
11:00 am to 6:00 pm
ADMISSION: Free Admission
The Holiday Elves will prepare Wine Gift Baskets and Personalized Wine Labels for all your holiday gift giving. Holiday Wine Punch will be served with take-home recipes. Wine by the Case – 10% discount. Gift Certificates: Wine, Barefoot Grape Stomping & Murder Mystery Dinners. A special thank you for all – Complimentary wine tasting and wine cellar tours. For more information www.newjerseywines.com.
Sparkling Holidays at Four Sisters Winery
December 18 & 19, 2010
11:00 am to 6:00 pm
ADMISSION: Free Admission
It’s a sparkling holiday! Sparkling Wine Punch served with holiday cookies. Many beautiful wine baskets with a host of other items. “Holiday Special” Sadie’s Apple wine and Warren Hills White gift basket – 20% discount. Complimentary wine tasting and wine cellar tours. Gift Certificates: Wine, Barefoot Grape Stomping and Murder Mystery Dinners. For more information www.newjerseywines.com.
HAWK HAVEN VINEYARD AND WINERY
Hawk Haven Wine & Tasting Bar
Everyday!
11:00 am to 7:00 pm
It’s 5 o’clock somewhere! Come enjoy a relaxing afternoon or evening at Hawk Haven’s Wine Bar. Wine tasting, wine by the glass/bottle and gourmet cheese plates. Bring a picnic basket or stop in for a glass of wine before dinner. For more information, visit www.newjerseywines.com.
Vineyard Tours
Saturdays & Sundays
Noon, 3:00 pm, 6:00 pm
Admission: $12, kids free
Enjoy a guided tour through our vineyard. Learn about the history of our farm, viticulture and wine-making as you taste our wines! $12 includes wine tasting, tour, and souvenir tasting glass. Kids (under 21) tour for free! Also by appointment, call 609-846-7374. For more information, visit www.newjerseywines.com.
HERITAGE VINEYARDS
Holiday Wine Trail Weekend
November 26, 27 & 28, 2010
Noon to 5:00 pm
Event Admission: $10 / Winery tours are an additional $5/person.
Enjoy a spectacular display of the finest imported cheeses and decadent deserts paired with Heritage Vineyard’s award-winning wines. Sit back and listen to Live Jazz music as you sip on a glass of wine. Winery tours and barrel tastings will also be available with Heritage Vineyard’s winemakers. For more information, visit www.newjerseywines.com.
HOPEWELL VALLEY VINEYARDS
Music and Wine Fridays
Every Friday Night
5:00 to 8:00 pm
Admission: Free
Live Music
19th: The Ones, 26th: Hopewell Valley Vineyards’ Jazz Ensemble. For more information, visit www.newjerseywines.com.
LAURITA WINERY
Black Friday Blowout Sale
November 26, 2010
Noon to 9:00pm
Free Admission
Don’t miss Laurita’s Black Friday Blow Out Sale! After your early morning buying spree, stop by and purchase a Laurita Style Mimosa, “wine” down and finish your holiday shopping! We will be sampling olive oils and tuscan breads. Every hour, when the bell rings, we will feature a new sale on a different wine or gift. Who knows what we will mark down next! This dozen features a case of our wine coupled with twelve wine bags that don a holiday message from Laurita. For more information, please visit www.lauritawinery.com or call 609.758.8000.
Holiday Wine Trail Weekend
November 26, 27 & 28, 2010
Noon to 9:00 pm Saturday, Noon to 7:00 pm Sunday
On Saturday, November 27, the Thomas Wesley Stern band will entertain from 2:00-6:00pm. Based in Jackson, NJ, bandmates describe their sound as “the geometrical intersection of J.T. Makoviecki, Gary Mayer, and Robert Jackson.” The genre of music they play is folk/traditional. On Sunday, November 28, Eryn Shewell will be performing from 2:00-6:00pm. In venues such as the legendary Stone Pony, The Saint, The Cutting Room, Bluebird Café, Café Coco, Six Flags theme parks, as well as popular clubs throughout New Jersey, New York City, New Orleans and Nashville, many crowds and hearts have been won over by the power and sweet sound of this young talented singer and songsmith.
NATALI VINEYARDS
Holiday Wine Trail Weekend
November 26, 27 & 28, 2010
10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Come enjoy award winning wines paired with complimentary imported & domestic cheese’s. Shop our gift shop and enjoy the wonderful holiday gift baskets made up just for wine lovers. Free vineyard & barrel room tours every hour on the hour. Case Discounts and Gift Certificates Available. We are open daily all year round call 609-465-0075 or log onto NataliWines.com for more info and our upcoming monthly winter events.
Holiday Cheer Festival Weekend & Local Business Holiday Shopping Extravaganza
December 11, 2010
Noon to 5:00 pm
FREE ADMISSION
Join us at Natali Vineyards in Cape May Court house for our 2nd annual Holiday Cheer Wine Festival featuring over 20 local holiday vendors, live performance from the Anne Oswald Band, 4 Cape May Restaurants selling great foods and gift certificates, and of course the best part our award winning wines. Enjoy 5 samples for $5 or feel free to purchase by the glass or by the bottle and shop amongst great South Jersey holiday vendors. Don’t forget to pick up some great holiday wine gift baskets! Free Vineyard & Barrel room tours at 2pm and 4pm. Its free admission so bring the whole family. Shop and support local this year! For more information check out NataliWines.com or call us 609-972-7318.
OLD YORK CELLARS
NOW OPEN!
Old York Cellars, formally Amwell Valley Vineyards, has re-opened with new owners, new wines, and new digs. One of New Jersey’s oldest wineries is now its newest! Come visit us for a wine tasting, Friday-Sunday 12-5pm. For more information, visit: www.oldyorkcellars.com. We hope to see you soon!
80 Old York Road, Ringoes, NJ 08551908.284.WINE (9463)
Holiday Wine Trail Weekend
November 26, 27 & 28, 2010
Noon to 5:00 pm
Admission: $5
Start off your holiday season with a trip to Old York Cellars during the Wine Trail Weekend. While sampling some of the best New Jersey has to offer, you can pick up a gift for all the wine lovers on your list. Or, for the person who has everything, give the gift of art. Renowned metal artist Michael Andrew Taylor will be on hand showing some of his truly unique sculptures. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com or www.oldyorkcellars.com.
PLAGIDO’S WINERY
Holiday Wine Trail Weekend
November 26, 27 & 28, 2010
Noon to 5:00 pm
Admission: $5.00 (includes souvenir glass)
Come and spend the day with us. Sample our award-winning wines along with live music by Joe Renzo. We will have light fare for you to enjoy along with our distinctive award-winning wines. We look forward to seeing you. For more information, visit www.newjerseywines.com.
SHARROTT WINERY
Pairings with a Pro
November 21, 2010
Noon to 5:00 pm
This time of year, the Garden State Wine Growers Association hosts a Holiday Wine Trail to highlight the exciting variety of wines made in the Garden State. Chart a trail using the maps on the association website and find us in the Atlantic County cluster. Make sure to leave room for a tasting and holiday treats like our decadent chocolate fondue, seasonal sweets, traditional cheese fondue and Hot Mulled Chambourcin. Then, get that holiday shopping out of the way with our selection of gourmet snacks and wine accessories. We can design a custom gift basket for the wine lover in your life and our gift cards are the perfect size for stocking stuffing. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
Holiday Wine Trail Weekend
November 26, 27 & 28, 2010
11:00 am to 7:00 pm (extended hours)
Start a holiday tradition by visiting Sharrott Winery for the Holiday Wine Trail Weekend. Warm up with a wine tasting paired with holiday treats like our decedent chocolate fondue and our traditional cheese fondue. Then do some holiday shopping from our selection of custom gift baskets, wine gifts and award winning wines. Oh, and we have gift cards too. We will also have our Mulled Spiced Chambourcin for sampling. Served warm this wine is a perfect blend of organic spices and sweetened red wine. Great for a gift or to serve at your holiday parties. For more information, visit www.newjerseywines.com.
SILVER DECOY WINERY
Holiday Wine Trail Weekend
November 26, 27 & 28, 2010
Noon to 5:00 PM
$5 admission (complimentary glass, live music on Sat. and Sun.)
Amidst the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, come and enjoy a wonderful afternoon with us at Silver Decoy Winery. Award-winning wine tasting and hourly barrel samples with the winemaker will surely be a memorable experience for all! Relax and listen to Dan Sufalko’s music in our cozy tasting room next to the toasty fire. Yes, Brian will be tempting you again with his tasty treats, and remember to check out all our beautiful gift baskets on display. We look forward to seeing you then. If you need directions or further information you can call us at 609-371-6000 or look on our website, www.silverdecoywinery.com. Hope to see you then!
Merry Holiday Experience
December 11 and 12, 2010
Noon to 6:00 PM
$5 admission (complimentary glass)
Amidst the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, come and enjoy a wonderful afternoon with us at Silver Decoy Winery. Award-winning wine tasting and hourly barrel samples with the winemaker will surely be a memorable experience for all! Relax and listen to Dan Sufalko’s music in our cozy tasting room next to the toasty fire. Yes, Brian will be tempting you again with his tasty treats, and remember to check out all our beautiful gift baskets on display. We look forward to seeing you then. If you need directions or further information you can call us at 609-371-6000 or look on our website, www.silverdecoywinery.com. Hope to see you then!
SWANSEA VINEYARDS
Holiday Wine Trail Weekend
November 26, 27 & 28, 2010
Noon to 5:00 pm
Admission: FREE
Who needs Black Friday, when you can have a RED or WHITE Friday?! Don’t spend your holiday weekend in crowded shopping malls; join us at Swansea Vineyards for a different kind of shopping spree. Sample our wines; visit our vendors for easy gift ideas. Check our website in November for list and schedule of vendors, such as Pampered Chef, Tastefully Simple and more! Discounts available on mixed cases of wine. Something for everyone! For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
TERHUNE ORCHARDS & WINERY
NOW OPEN!
Welcome to one of the Garden State Wine Growers Association’s newest wineries! Come visit us for a wine tasting For more information, visit: www.terhuneorchards.com. We hope to see you soon!
330 Cold Soil Road, Princeton, NJ 08540 609-924-2310
Holiday Wine Trail Weekend
November 26, 27 & 28, 2010
Noon to 5:00 pm
Free wine glass with each bottle of wine purchased — up to four bottles! Enjoy visiting our farm store and barn yard, take a stroll on our farm trail, holiday wreathes and Christmas trees. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
TOMASELLO WINERY
Holiday Wine Trail Weekend
November 26, 27 & 28, 2010
Noon to 5:00 pm
Begin your holiday celebration with us! Sip warm spice wine while tasting cheese and fruit. Choose from our scrumptious holiday baskets for those hard to buy people on your gift lists. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
VALENZANO WINERY
Holiday Wine Trail Weekend
November 26, 27 & 28, 2010
Noon to 5:00 pm
ADMISSION: $10.00 (entrance fee to the ‘Winemaker’s Ballroom’ includes light foods, entertainment, wine sampling and souvenir wine glass. $10.00 or – $5.00 per person tasting fee at the ‘Wine Bar’ Fee is waived if purchase is made.)
Visit the winery Sampling of 16 different wines including our new releases and limited re-release of our Jersey Devil Port. Our Holiday Wine Trail Weekend offers a great alternative to the holiday shopping madness. Stop in, have a drink, relax and stock up with your wine for the holidays!
• Selection of appetizers, pasta, and cheeses and meats.
• Live piano bar from Noon-4:00pm, Friday, Saturday & Sunday.
• Special Discounts on cases of wine
• Chocolate pairing with dessert wines by ‘Our Sweet Place’.
• See the new ‘Winemaker’s Ballroom’ and our new tasting room.
Holiday Wine Trail Discount – Buy One Case – Get Second Case 50% Off! Offer only available to newsletter subscribers. www.valenzanowine.com to sign up. Must present email address active in our database to receive discount.
VENTIMIGLIA VINEYARD
Holiday Wine Trail Weekend
November 26, 27 & 28, 2010
Noon to 5:00 pm
ADMISSION: $5.00 (includes wine tasting and appetizers)
Come in from the cold… Warm yourself in our cozy tasting room, and sample our award-winning wines. Enjoy antipasto platters, a wide variety traditional holiday munchies. Taste, experience, and discuss the pairing of various flavors with our delicious wines. Unique holiday gifts along with our bottled wine (the best gift, we believe!) For any guest buying 4 or more bottles, a 10% discount will be given during this special weekend. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
VILLA MILAGRO
Holiday Wine Trail Weekend
November 26, 27 & 28, 2010
Noon to 6:00 pm
ADMISSION: $5.00
Villa Milagro, meaning place or home of miracles in Spanish, is the perfect place to taste savory snacks paired with delicious wines made from grapes grown using organic and sustainable practices. Bring your friends and family to drink in our luscious reds and refreshing whites along with our fabulous views of four counties in two states. Admission $5 includes wine tasting, tasty tidbits and a gift monogrammed wine glass for you to take home. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
WAGONHOUSE WINERY
Please note that the only address for Wagonhouse Winery Tasting Room is: 353 Wolfert Station Road, Mullica Hill, NJ 08062. Refer to www.newjerseywines.com for actual location confirmation and we encourage you to call in advance for hours and directions.
WESTFALL WINERY
Holiday Wine Trail Weekend
November 26, 27, 28, 2010
Noon to 5:00 pm
ADMISSION: $5 (Fee for barrel tasting only)
Enjoy a free tasting of wines including our Apple Cinnamon wine. You can also participate in our barrel tasting for a fee of $5 per person. Sample wines that are in the process of aging and compare them to similar bottled wines. Light appetizers will also be available for those who participate in the barrel tasting. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
Garden State Wine Growers Association Events for October
Join us throughout the state at Garden State Wineries:
4JG’s ORCHARDS AND VINEYARDS
Colts Neck Wine Workshop
October 20, 2010
7:00 to 9:00 pm
Admission: $30 per person, per session
Join Craig Donofrio, Advanced Sommelier (Court of Master Sommeliers), as he discusses Rhone Varietals – Syrah, Shiraz, Grenache, and other grapes used in Rhone Valley blends. Perfect wines for the fall harvest season. You will discuss wine styles, blind-tasting techniques, food and wine pairing tips and other wine-related themes to improve your wine knowledge at any level. Seminars will be held in the spectacular setting of award-winning 4JG’s Vineyards in Colts Neck. The admission charge will include samplings of food and wine as well as an informative seminar in a casual, fun setting. Seminars will build in intensity and topics will shift so repeat attendance is welcomed. Sign Up Early since our last two classes has been sold out! For more information contact us at cnvintner@optonline.net or visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
BELLVIEW WINERY
Italian Festival
October 16 & 17, 2010
11:00 am to 5:00 pm
Admission: $10.00 per person, children are free
Honoring our Italian heritage, Bellview hosts a celebration of delicious Italian foods and live Italian music, wine tasting, winery and vineyard tours, crafters, kids activities, bocce ball and much more. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy a great fall afternoon! For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
2nd Annual Vampire Sprint 5K Run, 1 Mile Fun Walk & Kids Trot
October 30, 2010 – Rain or shine
Admission: $20.00 pre-registration w/ free tee, $25.00 day of race, $30.00 combo
To benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Race time 8:45 am. Food, refreshments, DJ, costume contest & face painting. Register at www.vampiresprint5K.com. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
HAWK HAVEN VINEYARD AND WINERY
Hawk Haven Wine & Tasting Bar
Everyday!
11:00 am to 7:00 pm
It’s 5 o’clock somewhere! Come enjoy a relaxing afternoon or evening at Hawk Haven’s Wine Bar. Wine tasting, wine by the glass/bottle and gourmet cheese plates. Bring a picnic basket or stop in for a glass of wine before dinner. For more information, visit www.newjerseywines.com.
Vineyard Tours
Saturdays & Sundays
Noon, 3:00 pm, 6:00 pm
Admission: $12, kids free
Enjoy a guided tour through our vineyard. Learn about the history of our farm, viticulture and wine-making as you taste our wines! $12 includes wine tasting, tour, and souvenir tasting glass. Kids (under 21) tour for free! Also by appointment, call 609-846-7374. For more information, visit www.newjerseywines.com.
HERITAGE VINEYARDS
“Un-Wine’d” Happy Hour
Every Thursday
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Join us every Thursday for our special Happy Hour Tastings. Enjoy a complimentary wine tasting, LIVE Music, featured food items and a relaxing ambiance that goes into the night time hours. $2 OFF your first glass of wine. A small food menu is available for this event. For more information, visit www.newjerseywines.com.
HOPEWELL VALLEY VINEYARDS
Music and Wine Fridays
Every Friday Night
5:00 to 8:00 pm
Admission: Free
Live Music
1st: Eric Daab, 8th: John & Carm, 15th: Jersey Jazz, 22nd: 15 Keys, 29th: Hopewell Valley Vineyards’ Jazz Ensemble. For more information, visit www.newjerseywines.com.
LAURITA WINERY
American Idol Laurita Winery Style*
Every Thursday in October
6:30 to 10:30 pm
Admission: Free
October 7 and October 14 are Open Audition nights and October 21 and October 28 judging narrows the field down to the best 10 and then the best 8 performers. Auditions are open to anyone over 18 years of age. Any solo performer, either vocal or musical, is welcome to audition and may be accompanied by a single back up musician. Prizes will be awarded for first, second and third placing contestants. For more information, please visit www.lauritawinery.com or call 609.758.8000. *NOTE: This event is in no way associated with the popular TV program of the same name.
The Blessing of the Harvest Honoring the Patron Saint Isidore and His Wife Maria
October 9, 2010
Admission: Free
Father John Morley of Seton Hall University will be officiating. More information to follow. For more information, please visit www.lauritawinery.com or call 609.758.8000.
Laurita Harvest Festival
October 16 & 17, 2010
More information to follow. For more information, please visit www.lauritawinery.com or call 609.758.8000.
Pennington Station Returns to Laurita!
October 17, 2010
Pennington Station is making a name for itself among area fans of classic rock & roll with a unique format featuring acoustic guitar musicianship with tight three and four-part harmonies. More information to follow. For more information, please visit www.lauritawinery.com or call 609.758.8000.
German Dinner
October 22, 2010
7:00 to 10:00 pm
More information to follow. For more information, please visit www.lauritawinery.com or call 609.758.8000.
Charlie Toleno Contemporary Vocal Stylist
October 24, 2010
2:00 to 5:00 pm
Enjoy the vocal and rhythmic sounds of Charlie Toleno, an accomplished vocalist and percussionist. Soft jazz instrumentals are complimented by mellow percussion. For more information, please visit www.lauritawinery.com or call 609.758.8000.
HalloWine Party
October 29, 2010
Tickets: $25.00
Come to Laurita’s HalloWine Costume Party! Prizes will be given for Best Costume. Party to the sounds of live musical entertainment. Tickets are $25.00 per person which includes two glasses of wine and finger food. In addition, the marketplace will be open for meals. For more information, please visit www.lauritawinery.com or call 609.758.8000. To purchase tickets online, please visit www.lauritawinery.com.
RENAULT WINERY RESORT & GOLF
Oktoberfest and Grape Stomping Festival
October 3, 2010
Noon to 5:00 pm
Admission: FREE!
Celebrate the end of the Grape Harvest Season at our annual German Wurst Festival featuring bratwurst, knockwurst, kielbasa, beef stroganoff, and sauerbraten. Another chance to get stomping with Lucy! FREE parking and admission, rain or shine! For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
Fall Harvest Chef’s Dinner
October 22, 2010
6:30 pm to 11:00 PM
Admission: $75.00
Enjoy an enticing six course tasting dinner with Renault wine pairings featuring the outdoor The Cooking of the Goose. Cocktails 6:30 PM. Dinner 7 PM. This unique new dining event will be held at various locations throughout the winery including the Vintage Room, our Grape Pressing Room and Wine Cellar. $75.00* Tax and Gratuity per person. Reservations requested! For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
UNIONVILLE WINERY
Unionville Vineyards Annual Harvest Festival 2010
October 16, 2010 (rain date October 17)
Noon to 5:00 PM
Admission – 21 and over $10 (includes wine glass and wine tasting), $5 for Ages 12 to 20, under age 12 Free
No reservations required
Festival Activities Planned:
Wine Tasting • Winery Tours • Pumpkin Painting • Cheese Tasting • Hay Rides Live Band • Grape Stomping “a la Lucy” • Food and Non-alcoholic Beverage Sale Farmers Market • Pony Rides • Craft Vendors • Local Product Artisans • Local Artists
For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
VENTIMIGLIA VINEYARD
Autumn Fundraiser Festival
October 9 & 10, 2010
1:00 to 5:00 pm
ADMISSION: $5.00 tasting fee to be donated to Sussex County Habitat for Humanity
Celebrate autumn beauty at our rustic farm. Bring your walking shoes; parking may involve a bit of a hike! We’ll have live music, hearty food and specialty vendors on the lawn. Come inside to sample our newly released Buon Giorno ’09, Carignane ’08, and Fratelli Ventimiglia ’08 along with our other delicious, hand-crafted, European style wine. Support the terrific work of the Sussex County Habitat for Humanity. Check their website at www.sussexcountyhfh.org. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
WAGONHOUSE WINERY
Please note that the only address for Wagonhouse Winery Tasting Room is: 353 Wolfert Station Road, Mullica Hill, NJ 08062. Refer to www.newjerseywines.com for actual location confirmation and we encourage you to call in advance for hours and directions.
WESTFALL WINERY
Octoberfest
October 2rd & Sunday October 3th
Noon to 4:00 pm
$5 per person (No Reservations Required)
Our favorite event of the year! We will be grilling up some complimentary brats & dogs, serving discounted wines by the glass and featuring live music.
October 2: Brian Dougherty Band performs great classic rock songs. Brian covers great classic bands such as Beatles, REM, The Doors, Rolling Stones, Eric Clapton and many more. The songs he plays will bring back great memories and will get you up and dancing.
October 3: Enjoy the sounds of McMule, who offer an eclectic program of outstanding vocal and instrumental music ranging from blazing fiddle tunes to old time country blues, from traditional Celtic ballads to their own original compositions.
For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
Friends of the Delaware Gap National Recreation Area Wine & Cheese Festival
October 10, 2010
2:00 to 4:00 pm
$30 per person (Reservations Suggested)
Join us as we sample some of the best wine, cheese and bread North Jersey has to offer on the grounds of the historic Westfall Farm and Winery in scenic Montague. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area (a 501(c)3 non-profit organization), and all proceeds from this event will benefit the continued restoration of the Montague Grange No. 140, the historic Foster-Armstrong House, and the Nelden-Roberts Stonehouse. For Reservations & Information, call 973-293-3503 or 570-426-2435 ext. 2510.
For a complete list of events, visit http://www.newjerseywines.com/events.html.
FALL back — to Waterloo’s fantastic Grand Harvest Festival!
This year, the Garden State Wine Growers Association returns to beautiful, historic Waterloo Village, in Stanhope, for our annual Grand Harvest Wine Festival on Oct. 2 & 3, Noon - 5 PM.
Celebrate a crisp, fall foliage weekend in Skylands Country! Taste more than 300 fine NJ wines, an array of culinary delights, and browse artisan crafts while enjoying the sounds of live entertainment. Fans of Waterloo Village, who have missed this unique setting, will have a chance to meander among its buildings, and quiet streets again.
Rich in history, Waterloo which had been home to the Lenape Indians, includes a church, canal house, general store, stage house inn, grist and saw mills, and a blacksmith shop. Experience the future of award-winning NJ Wines — while you visit Waterloo’s historic past. For more information, visit www.newjerseywines.com.
Jazz Up Your Labor Day Weekend…With Wine & Live Music
Join us throughout the state at Garden State Wineries:
4JG’s ORCHARDS AND VINEYARDS
Jersey Shore Wine Weekend
September 11 & 12, 2010
Noon to 5:00 pm
Admission: $5.00 (includes etched souvenir glass)
Tired of the Beach? Join us for the start of the 2010 Harvest Season. Four JG’s will be giving tours of the vineyard and winemaking operation. No reservations required. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com..
Colts Neck Wine Workshop
September 22, 2010
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Join Craig Donofrio, Advanced Sommelier (Court of Master Sommeliers), as he ‘Explores Autumn Wines’ – full-bodied whites and spicy reds fit for the seasons! He will discuss wine regions, wine styles, blind-tasting techniques, food and wine pairing tips and other wine-related themes to improve your wine knowledge at any level. Seminars will be held in the spectacular setting of award-winning 4JG’s Vineyards in Colts Neck. The admission charge will include samplings of food and wine as well as an informative seminar in a casual, fun setting. Seminars will build in intensity and topics will shift so repeat attendance is welcomed. We hope to see you there. Sign up early – our last two classes have been sold out! Each class is $30 per person per session. For more information contact us at cnvintner@optonline.net
AMALTHEA CELLARS
Annual Harvest Festival
September 11, 2010 (rain or shine)
1:00 to 6:00 pm
Come join the celebration – free wine tours and tastings, wine by the glass, live music, grape stomping, tractors rides, and face painting. There will also be our famous homemade Italian buffet for only $12. So come on out, bring the whole family and celebrate the harvest with Amalthea Cellars. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com..
BELLVIEW WINERY
Ladies Night at the Winery
September 22, 2010
7:00 to 10:00 pm
Admission: $14 per person
With the kids back in school, it’s time to pamper yourself a bit! We’re bringing Cynthia Roberts Salon to the winery for an evening of fun and relaxation with just the girls. Mini-manicures, massage, wine cocktails, fruit and cheese, chocolates, live music and more. Tickets must be purchased in advance, by calling the winery at 856-697-7172 or online at www.BellviewWinery.com.
Fiesta Fridays
Every Friday from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Admission: Free
Unwind from the cares of the work week. Share a carafe of tasty Sangria with friends, or enjoy a glass of your favorite Bellview vintage. Enjoy light fare from our new menu indoors or outside in our picnic area. Our Wine Lovers Club meets at 6:30 for a lively discussion on the finer points of wine. For more information, www.BellviewWinery.com. or call 856-697-7172 seven days a week, 11am to 5pm.
CREAM RIDGE WINERY
Blue Grass and Pig Roast Festival
September 18 & 19, 2010
Noon to 5:00 pm
Admission: $10.00 (Includes souvenir wine glass)
Enjoy a day of sampling our wines and listening to Bluegrass bands playing all day. Delicious pork roasted sandwiches for purchase. Tours, gourmet food sampling and kids zone. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
FOUR SISTERS WINERY
Apples, Wine & Music
September 25 & 26, 2010
Noon to 5:00 pm
ADMISSION: ADVANCE $8 ages 21 & over; $5 ages 6 to 20
at the Gate: $10 ages 21+; $6 ages 6 to 20; 5 and under FREE
Tickets are available by calling 908-475-3671
A day on the farm! Bring your chairs and blankets. There’s plenty of room to sit and listen to live music with a variety of styles. Over 20 wines available for sampling and your favorite wine will be available by glass or bottles. www.foursisterswinery.com.
Featuring: Sadie’s Apple and Spicy Sisters (spiced apple wine). Strolling vineyard and wine cellar tours, Cornelius’ Corn Maze, tractor-drawn hayrides and fun for everyone! Matty’s famous BBQ foods and chilled wine by the glass or bottle will be available for purchase. For more information visit www.newjerseywines.com.
HAWK HAVEN VINEYARD AND WINERY
Hawk Haven Wine & Tasting Bar
Everyday!
11:00 am to 7:00 pm
It’s 5 o’clock somewhere! Come enjoy a relaxing afternoon or evening at Hawk Haven’s Wine Bar. Wine tasting, wine by the glass/bottle and gourmet cheese plates. Bring a picnic basket or stop in for a glass of wine before dinner. For more information, visit www.newjerseywines.com.
Sangria Sunday
September 5, 2010
Noon to 7:00 pm
Free Admission
Enjoy a fun afternoon at the vineyard every Sunday. Sip a glass of our famous red, white or strawberry frozen sangria. Enjoy Hawk Haven wines by the glass and bottle. Live music! Gourmet menu offered by a local restaurant. No cover! Bring your beach chairs or get here early to reserve your seats and enjoy a festive Sunday afternoon at our little slice of haven! Kids welcome! Well-behaved dogs too! For more information, visit www.newjerseywines.com.
Yoga in the Vineyard
September 24, 2010
6:00 pm
Admission: $30
Yoga session for all levels. Please bring a yoga mat, healthy body, and a desire to explore, expand, and feel the body, mind and taste buds in a new exciting way. Includes 5 wines to taste, Tasting Glass, Chocolate tasting and Yoga in the Vineyard. Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to complete payment and fill out any necessary paperwork. To reserve your space go to www.dragonflywelnestudio.com.
Vineyard Tours
Saturdays & Sundays
Noon, 3:00 pm, 6:00 pm
Admission: $12, kids free
Enjoy a guided tour through our vineyard. Learn about the history of our farm, viticulture and wine-making as you taste our wines! $12 includes wine tasting, tour, and souvenir tasting glass. Kids (under 21) tour for free! Also by appointment, call 609-846-7374. For more information, visit www.newjerseywines.com.
HERITAGE VINEYARDS
“Un-Wine’d” Happy Hour
Every Thursday
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Admission: No Charge
Relax and “Un-Wine’d” with us every Thursday throughout the summer! This weekly happy hour event includes a complimentary wine tasting, $2 OFF your first glass of wine, small food menu and special cheese pairings. For more information, visit www.heritagewineNJ.com.
HOPEWELL VALLEY VINEYARDS
Music and Wine Fridays
Every Friday Night
5:00 to 8:00 pm
Admission: Free
Live Music
3rd: Darla & Rich, 10th: Hot Taters, 17th: John Velez Trio, 24th: Hopewell Valley Vineyards Band. For more information, visit www.newjerseywines.com.
Saturday Night Music Night
September 25, 2010
7:00 to 10:00 pm
Admission: $10
Wine by the glass or bottle available for purchase.
Music provided by – Vance Cammissa Quartet
For more information, visit www.newjerseywines.com.
LAURITA WINERY
Allentown Art Guild Presents New Beginnings
Through September 19, 2010
Admission: Free
The Allentown Art Guild, in collaboration with Laurita Winery, invites you to attend New Beginnings, an exhibition featuring works by the multi-talented members of the Allentown Art Guild. The exhibiting artists reflect a wide range and variety of subject matter. For more information, please visit www.lauritawinery.com or call 609.758.8000.
Music by First Call
September 12, 2010
2:00 to 6:00 pm
Admission: Free
Richard Kraus and Christine Kephart make up the musical duo First Call, a duo that for over a decade has been performing smooth jazz and more – R&B, traditional jazz, Latin jazz, cool pop and swing – offering the warmth of the clarinet, the cool reedy saxophone, hot Latin flute and smooth vocals. For more information, please visit www.lauritawinery.com or call 609.758.8000.
Italian Night
September 16, 2010
7:00 to 11:00 pm
For more information, please visit www.lauritawinery.com or call 609.758.8000.
Keith Allen Solo Vocal & Guitar
September 26, 2010
2:00 to 6:00 pm
Admission: Free
Performing for over 20 years on the Philly/South Jersey music scene, Keith Allen has entertained audiences from Vermont to Virginia. As a solo acoustic act he performs a repertoire ranging from classic ballads and standards of the past to classic rock of the 60’s and 70’s to current artists on today’s charts. For more information, please visit www.lauritawinery.com or call 609.758.8000.
RENAULT WINERY RESORT & GOLF
Sherlock Holmes and The Case of the Tavern Spirits
September 10, 2010
6:30 pm to 11:00 pm
Admission: $59.95
Cocktails at 6:30 PM with a Wine and Beer Bar and a cash Liquor Bar. Three Course Gourmet Dinner and Show at 7 PM in the Tuscany House Hotel Ballroom. Our 2010 Fall Dinner Theatre Season premiers with an original production by the Riddlesbrood Touring Theatre Company that will keep you intrigued and entertained! Interactive Mystery Dinner Theatre at its best! Reservations required. For reservations, call 609-965-2111 and for more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
The Great Grape Harvest Celebration!
September 24, 2010
6:30 pm to 11:00 PM
Admission: $75.00
Don’t miss our award-winning event of the year! Grape tasting, grape juice tasting, and wine tasting. Cocktails 6:30 PM. Dinner 7:30 PM. Reservations are required for this exclusive event that will be held at different locations throughout the Winery and Wine Cellar. For reservations, call 609-965-2111 and for more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com..
SHARROTT WINERY
Girl’s Night Out
September 17, 2010
6:00 to 9:00 pm (Doors open at 6pm)
Admission: $12 (includes wine tastings, souvenir glass and light appetizers)
Need a night out with just the Girls? How does a pampered night of live music on our patio drinking award winning wines sound? We are partnering again with Tranquility Salon this year, who will be providing complimentary mini manicures and complimentary color/cut/style consultations as raffling off a gift certificate for a 50 minute massage or facial (your choice) and a haircut and style. Pass the word to your girlfriends and we look forward to seeing you on Friday night for live music and ‘pampering on the patio.’
You must be 21 to attend this event. Valid ID required. Please feel free to bring lawn chairs and blankets, as seating is limited. Tickets MUST be purchased in advance for this event as it routinely sells out. They can be purchased by calling the winery at 609-567-WINE or online at www.sharrottwinery.com. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
Live Music Series
September 4 – Chris Huff
September 11 – Brian and Mindy
September 18 – Chris Huff
5:00 – 8:00 pm
Admission: Free
Wine Tasting: $5.00 per person (includes a souvenir etched wine glass and award winning samples of Sharrott Wine)
Enjoy live music and wine tasting – then purchase a bottle to savor during the performance! Relax on our patio and lawn overlooking the vineyard while you listen to live music. Feel free to bring appetizers or a picnic lunch along with your blanket and/or chairs to set up on the lawn. Music is held weather permitting. For more info please call 609-567-Wine or visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
VALENZANO WINERY
WineFest 2010
September 18 & 19, 2010
Noon to 5:30pm
Advanced Tickets: $8.00 (At the gate: $12.00) Kids under 17: Free
Wine Tasting with free Souvenir Wine Glass
Come out and enjoy New Jersey’s Favorite Wine & Music Festival – WineFest. Now in our 8th year, Wine Fest is our opportunity to celebrate the coming harvest and to put on a great party for our customers and friends. We doubled the size of the festival grounds to make room for more seating, picnicking area, more crafters and vendors. With a larger wine sales tent, getting a glass or bottle of wine will be easier and more convenient to be able to enjoy the concerts. Musical Performers Include: Gas House Gorillas on Saturday & Sunday; Scoville Blues Band on Sunday; South Saturn Delta on Saturday; more performers TBA
Activities/Products/Sponsors: * New Model Car Show by Cherry Hill Auto Group * Helicopter Rides of the Pine Barrens * Cheese Tasting by Cabot Creamery * Children’s Concert and activities by Studio Lulu. Participating Restaurants and Food Vendors: * Upper Crust Restaurant & Pizza * Murphy’s Market & Catering * Pic-A-Lilli * Best of Show Catering * J-Dogs Catering * Corny Island * Mom’s Food Concessionaires.
Tickets are valid for ONE DAY ONLY. Two day ticketing is available. Be sure to get your advanced tickets to save time and money! For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
VILLA MILAGRO VINEYARDS
Feast of San Gennaro
September 19, 2010
1:00 to 5:00 pm
Admission: $5
Join the Gambinos as they celebrate the Feast of San Gennaro, patron saint of Italian immigrants. Why drive to Mulberry Street when you can enjoy Italian music and food, learn to speak Italian, stomp grapes and more, right here in the Garden State! Come for the entire event starting at 1:00 with the blessing of the grapes. Go to our website to pre-register. Admission includes food, music, events, monogrammed gift wine glass and free parking. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
WAGONHOUSE WINERY
Please note that the only address for Wagonhouse Winery Tasting Room is: 353 Wolfert Station Road, Mullica Hill, NJ 08062. Refer to www.newjerseywines.com for actual location confirmation and we encourage you to call in advance for hours and directions.
WESTFALL WINERY
Picnic In The Country
Every Weekend in September
Noon to 5:00 pm
ADMISSION: Free of Charge, No Reservations Required
Bring your own picnic and enjoy a glass of Westfall Wine in our new picnic pavilion. Pets allowed! Gas grill available for your use. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
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ALBA VINEYARD
Music Under the Arbor
August 8: The 6th St. Trio
August 15: The Kathy Phillips Trio
August 22: The Eric Mintel Quartet
August 29: Bill & Jon
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Admission: Complimentary to Alba customers with wine purchase
Tastings: $10 per person
On August 8, The 6th St. Trio of Ken Vogel, Tony Forliano and Art Stephano will be swingin’ under the Arbor at Alba Vineyard with selections from their just-released album, ‘Summer Nights’. Entertaining August 15, with a unique blend of pop, folk, rock and jazz from the Beatles to Fleetwood Mac, will be the Kathy Phillips Trio featuring Walt Bibinger on guitar and Kim Williams on keyboard. From the White House to Kennedy Center, the Eric Mintel Jazz Quartet connects with the masses. On August 22 they perform at Alba Vineyard featuring Eric Mintel on piano, Nelson Hill on sax and flute, Dave Antonow on Electric bass and Dave Mohn on drums. August 29 finds Bill and Jon under the Arbor with their acoustic version of Cairo, mixing it up with Reggae, Soul and R&B.
Wine and artisan cheeses available for purchase, and you are welcome to bring your lunch to enjoy with a bottle of your favorite award-winning Alba wine at one of the bistro tables under the Arbor. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com. GPS and Mapping programs do not recognize our address. For best directions please visit our website www.albavineyard.com.
BELLVIEW WINERY
Fiesta Fridays
Every Friday from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Admission: Free
Start your weekend tasting wines at Bellview. Share a carafe of tasty Sangria with friends, and meet new people who share your love of wine. Cheese samplers, South of the Border and Italian Favorites platters available for noshing indoors or out. No reservations necessary. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
10th Annual Seafood Festival and 5th Annual American Car Show
August 21 & 22, 2010
11:00 am to 5:00 pm
Admission: $10 per person (To show a car, registration is $10 Pre-Registration or $15 Day of Show)
We always look forward to this summer celebration of delicious seafood of all kinds, prepared fresh by local vendors, along with great live music that gets you moving by Philadelphia band, “The Blue Method,” selected crafters and gourmet food vendors, pony rides, cigars, massages and of course, wine tasting under the wine tent! Saturday also features an extensive American Car Show (rain date 8/22). Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy a great summer afternoon at Bellview Winery. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
CREAM RIDGE WINERY
Cool Down with Jazz
July 31 and August 1, 2010
11:00 am to 5:00 pm
Admission: Free (rain or shine)
Need a change from the heat? Enjoy a day of wine tasting and listening to Jazz music by the Dogz, a community youth jazz band at Cream Ridge Winery. The Dogz will be accepting donations for the Flight 93 Memorial. Along with our award winning wines, we will be releasing Strawberry Wine and Apricot Wine along with a re-release of our Sangria. Sample some of our gourmet products in our newly decorated tasting room. Or sit under the pergola outside and relax in our country setting. Winery tours will be given all day. For more information, call 609-259-9797 or visit www.newjerseywines.com.
FOUR SISTERS WINERY
Family Fun Days
August 7th & 8th, 2010
Noon to 5:00 pm
ADMISSION: $10 ages 21 + (includes 5 tasting tickets); $6 ages 11-20
Tickets are available by calling 908-475-3671
A day on the farm at Four Sisters Winery. Celebrating 26 years in winemaking, Four Sisters Winery offers wine tasting, vineyard and wine cellar tours, tractor drawn hayrides, barefoot grape stomping and live music. Matty’s famous BBQ chicken and a host of other grilled items will be available for purchase. For more information www.newjerseywines.com.
Barefoot Grape Stomping
August 21, 2010
5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
ADMISSION: $50 per person, plus tax
Tickets are available by calling 908-475-3671
Stomp, Stomp, Stomp – Yes, It’s Barefoot Grape Stomping time! Four Sisters Winery blends tradition and nostalgia on August 21, 2010. Dress in “Lucy Style” ready to stomp the grapes and receive a free Four Sisters Winery wine glass. A formal wine tasting will begin the evening. A scrumptious dinner will be served while the tasting continues. An educational wine cellar tour will describe the processes of winemaking and then off to the barrel for stomping. Yes, the shoes and socks are removed as the grapes wait to be stomped with your bare feet. No need to worry, it’s just for the fun of it and not for the winemaking process. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
Murder Mystery Dinner
August 28, 2010
5:00 to 8:00 pm
ADMISSION: $50 per person, plus tax
Tickets are available by calling 908-475-3671
Foul play is afoot at Four Sisters Winery (www.foursisterswinery.com) There has been a mysterious murder at the old vineyard and you might be the guest who cracks the case! Come join us for an evening of interactive entertainment where quests play the characters in a classic murder mystery dinner! The event includes a formal wine tasting and a delicious buffet-style dinner. Relax and enjoy the tranquility of the evening and the wonderfully bucolic scenery of our vineyard as you ponder the case. Remember not to get too comfortable though…a murderer walks amongst you! For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
HAWK HAVEN VINEYARD AND WINERY
Hawk Haven Wine & Tasting Bar
Everyday!
11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Admission: Free
It’s 5 o’clock somewhere! Come enjoy a relaxing afternoon or evening at Hawk Haven’s Wine Bar. Wine tasting, wine by the glass/bottle and gourmet cheese plates. Bring a picnic basket or stop in for a glass of wine before dinner. For more information, visit www.newjerseywines.com.
Sangria Sundays
Every Sunday
Noon to 7:00 pm
Back and better than ever! Sangria Sundays are back again this Memorial Day through Labor Day. Enjoy a fun afternoon at the vineyard every Sunday. Sip a glass of our famous red, white or frozen sangria. Enjoy Hawk Haven wines by the glass and bottle. Live music! Gourmet menu offered by Island Grill Restaurant. Bring your beach chairs or get here early to reserve your seats and enjoy a festive Sunday afternoon! Kids welcome! Well-behaved dogs too! For more information, visit www.newjerseywines.com.
Vineyard Tours
Saturdays & Sundays
Noon, 3:00 pm, 6:00 pm
Enjoy a guided tour through our vineyard. Learn about the history of our farm, viticulture and wine-making as you taste our wines! $12 includes wine tasting, tour, and souvenir tasting glass. Kids (under 21) tour for free! Also by appointment, call 609-846-7374. For more information, visit www.newjerseywines.com.
HERITAGE VINEYARDS
“Un-Wine’d” Happy Hour
Every Thursday
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Admission: No Charge
Relax and “Un-Wine’d” with us every Thursday throughout the summer! This weekly happy hour event includes a complimentary wine tasting, $2 OFF your first glass of wine, small food menu and special cheese pairings. For more information, visit www.heritagewineNJ.com.
HOPEWELL VALLEY VINEYARDS
Music and Wine Fridays
Every Friday Night
5:00 to 8:00 pm
Admission: Free
Live Music
Call the vineyard for info on Musician – changes every week. For more information, visit www.newjerseywines.com.
Saturday Night Music Night
August 28, 2010
7:00 to 10:00 pm
Admission: $10
Wine by the glass or bottle available for purchase.
Music provided by – Johnny Pompadour
For more information, visit www.newjerseywines.com.
LAURITA WINERY
Movie Night: Bottle Shock
August 6, 2010 (rain date Thursday, September 30)
8:00 to 10:30 pm
Admission: Tickets are $5.00 per person in advance, $7.00 at the door on August 6.
Brought together by a curious twist of fate on a dusty California road, a wandering vintner and a struggling winemaker find both their lives, and their careers, forever transformed at a blind Parisian wine tasting that introduced the world to the extraordinary wines of Napa Valley. The year is 1976. Please bring your lawn chairs and blankets. Laurita food and beverages only. No pets. Adults only. Picnic baskets, delectable food choices and Laurita’s outstanding wines will be available for purchase. Visit www.lauritawinery.com to purchase your tickets online or call 609.758.8000.
NATALI VINEYARDS
“Wine Down Wednesday”
Every Wednesday in August
3:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Admission: Free
Featuring fantastic Cape May County bands, come enjoy our free picnic and recreational areas and free vineyard tours (4 to 6 pm). Taste ribs, chicken, burgers and hot dogs from our BBQ while you sample Frozen Wine Slushies (Peach/Mango with Sauvignon Blanc and Strawberry Smoothie with Moscato Sweet), a glass of ice cold Cherry Sangria and Wines by the glass/bottle. (By the glass to $5 and up, By the bottle $13 and up). Discover new bottling of our 100% Peach wine and our latest batch of 100% Banana Wine (15.9% Alcohol). There’s no better way to relax then enjoying a glass of award winning wine in a vineyard while great music plays in the background! For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
RENAULT WINERY RESORT & GOLF
Dining with the Chefs: Jersey Fresh Seafood and Produce
August 20th, 2010
6:30 pm to 11:00 pm
Admission: $75.00 + Tax
Celebrate and enjoy the bounty of New Jersey waters featuring lobster, scallops, oysters, clams, and so much more! Cocktail Reception 6:30 PM Chef attended Grilling Station and Buttered Passed Appetizers served in the Loggia of the Tuscany House Hotel. A unique Five Course Gourmet Demonstration Dinner by Renault’s Executive Chef, Joseph De Gennaro, featuring local seafood and produce with a Specialty Wine Tasting 7:30 PM in the Tuscany House Ballroom. Reservations required. For reservations, call 609-965-2111 and for more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
Our Famous Grape Stomping Festival & Craft Show
August 29th, 2010
Noon to 5:00pm
Admission: FREE!
Held outside on our beautiful Festival Grounds with FREE Admission & Parking, rain or shine. Join us for this long-standing tradition of celebrating the beginning of our Grape Harvest Season. You’ll find a host of crafters displaying handmade creations, a fantastic spread of BBQ food, and our famous crab cakes and drinks for purchase. Don’t forget to sign up for grape stomping! You’ll make your own wine the same way it’s been done for centuries. Plus you’ll meet the irrepressible Lucy, who will be there to show you how it’s done! For reservations, call 609-965-2111 and for more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
SHARROTT WINERY
Girl’s Night Out
August 20, 2010
6:00 to 9:00 pm (Doors open at 6pm)
Admission: $12 (includes wine tastings, souvenir glass and light appetizers)
Need a night out with just the Girls? How does a pampered night of listening to live music on our patio while drinking award winning wines sound? We are partnering again with Tranquility Salon this year. Also, they will be raffling off a gift certificate for a 50 minute massage or facial (your choice) and a haircut and style. Pass the word to your girlfriends and we’ll see you Friday night for live music and ‘pampering on the patio’. Tickets MUST be purchased in advance for this event as it routinely sells out and can be purchased by calling the winery at 609-567-WINE or online at www.sharrottwinery.com. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
Harvest Festival
August 28 & 29, 2010
12:00 to 5:00 pm
Join us for our Fall Festival in the Vineyard to celebrate the coming harvest at the Outer Coastal Plain’s newest grower and producer of fine wines. Bring the family, a blanket and lawn chairs for live music, local food and crafts, face painters and activities for the kids. The Matt Noffsinger Band, named “Best Cover Band” in Monmouth & Ocean counties by Night & Day magazine will perform on Saturday. On Sunday, Shorty Long and the Jersey Horns are back by popular demand. Don’t miss out on the most talked about band in New Jersey, named “Best Cover Band” by the Asbury Park Press. For more info please call 609-567-Wine or visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
SWANSEA VINEYARDS
Ladies Night Out
August 6, 2010
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
ADMISSION: $10 includes souvenir glass, wine tastings and light appetizers
Gather your BFFs and spend a fun evening at Swansea Vineyards. Enjoy a glass of wine or share bottle with friends on our patio or feel free to sit out on our lawn. The Pampered Chef, Tastefully Simple and Premier Design Jewelry vendors will also joining us for the evening, so be sure to stop by and meet them. Tickets MUST be purchased in advance by calling Jennifer Spiker at 856-453-5778. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
VENTIMIGLIA VINEYARD
Fundraiser for the Tri-State Actors’ Theater
August 21 & 22, 2010
1:00 to 6:00 pm
ADMISSION: $5.00 Tasting fee to be donated to the Tri-State Actors’ Theater
Come to our winery and support the Arts while enjoying appetizers and samples of our wines. Ten percent of the wine sales will be donated to The Tri-State Actors’ Theater, a vibrant, dynamic theater group that for 22 years has been delighting lovers of live theater. This fundraiser will help keep the ticket prices affordable. The theater is located in historic Sussex Borough. Check out their website at: www.tristateactorstheater.org. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
VILLA MILAGRO VINEYARDS
Organic Veggies & New Wines
Every August Weekend
Noon to 6 pm
Admission: $5
We have freshly picked organic vegetables from our garden & HumDinger Farm, local cheeses from Holland Valley Dairy and local raw honey from Alpha Apiary for your health – along with our newly released 2007 wine aged to perfection and brimming with flavor. Admission includes wine & cheese sampling, monogrammed gift glass and free parking. Bring a lunch to sit on our porch and drink in views of 4 counties in 2 states. Truly a “villa milagro!” For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
WAGONHOUSE WINERY
Please note that the only address for Wagonhouse Winery Tasting Room is: 353 Wolfert Station Road, Mullica Hill, NJ 08062. Refer to www.newjerseywines.com for actual location confirmation and we encourage you to call in advance for hours and directions.
Visit http://www.newjerseywines.com/events.html for additional events.
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4 JG’s ORCHARDS & VINEYARDS
Colts Neck Wine Workshop – Grilling & Chillin’ – Summertime Wines I
July 21, 2010
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Admission: $30 per person, per session
Join Craig Donofrio, Advanced Sommelier (Court of Master Sommeliers), as he discusses major grape varietals from California’s Central Coast and Santa Barbara regions, wine styles, blind-tasting techniques, food and wine pairing tips and other wine-related themes to improve your wine knowledge at any level. Seminars will be held in the spectacular setting of award-winning 4JG’s Vineyards in Colts Neck. The admission charge will include samplings of food and wine as well as an informative seminar in a casual, fun setting. Seminars will build in intensity and topics will shift so repeat attendance is welcomed. For more information contact us at cnvintner@optonline.net or visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
Walk in the Vineyard Winetrail Weekend
July 17 & 18, 2010
Noon to 5:00 pm
Fee: $8 per person (includes cooking demos, wine sampling, tours, and take-home etched glass)
This is going to be a great weekend! Enjoy strolling through Monmouth County’s largest vineyard while sipping award-winning wines. At 1pm and 3pm each day enjoy Dr. Robert P. Dell’amore, Founder and owner of the Healthy Kitchen, Inc. Life Skills for Healthy Eating and Cooking lessons on healthy eating. A chiropractic physician for 22 years, Dr. Dell’Amore developed a way to prepare healthy meals quickly for his own children. Through his engaging nutrition workshops, he demonstrates simple and healthy meals designed to inspire young people to eat their veggies as well as healthy foods to please business professionals and families on-the-go. Learn healthy skills and sample the goodies he prepares! For more information contact us at cnvintner@optonline.net or visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
ALBA VINEYARD
Music Under the Arbor With The BC Combo (Bev Conklin)
July 3, 2010: The BC Combo (Bev Conklin)
July 11, 2010: The Jeff Bellfy Duo
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Admission: Complimentary to Alba customers with wine purchase
Tastings: $10 per person
On July 3rd, the powerful vocals of Bev Conklin with the BC Combo, is sure to get your fingers drumming and your feet tapping along to the beat of hip shakin blues and R&B with a whole lotta soul! Like a fine wine that ages over time, Jeff Bellfy has been a favorite local musician for over 25 years and on July 11, his personality and vocal talent will entertain you and honor requests from the 70′s, 80′s, 90′s to present. Wine and artisan cheeses available for purchase, and you are welcome to bring your lunch to enjoy with a bottle of your favorite award-winning Alba wine at one of the bistro tables under the Arbor. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
Walk in the Vineyard & Music Under the Arbor With The Kathy Phillips Trio
July 17 & 18, 2010
1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Admission: Complimentary to Alba customers with win purchase
Tastings: $10 per person
On July 17, The Kathy Philips Trio will entertain with a unique blend of pop, folk, rock and jazz with original songs and covers from The Beatles to Fleetwood Mac to some old familiar jazz standards!
On Sunday, July 18, the hip shakin blues and R&B sounds of the BC Combo with the powerful vocals of Bev Conklin will entrance you with a whole lotta soul! Wine and artisan cheeses available for purchase, and you are welcome to bring your lunch to enjoy with a bottle of your favorite award-winning Alba wine at one of the bistro tables under the Arbor. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
SummerFest – Fireworks
July 24 (Rain Date Saturday, July 31), 2010
Gates Open at 4:00 PM, Music Starts at 5:00 PM, Fireworks After Dark
Admission: $15 ages 13 and older; $10 ages 6 through 12, free ages 5 and younger, complimentary parking
Sponsored by PNC Bank, Alba’s 13th annual SummerFest Fireworks has activities for the whole family including a grand fireworks display by Garden State Fireworks, 3-time world champions. Activities for the children include sand art, face painting and moon bounce. Music by Cairo, a great party band, mixing elements of reggae, soul, jazz and rock into upbeat tunes, starts at 5:00 PM. Special VIP tent seating for $1,800 includes your own 20′ X 20′ tent with tickets and seating for 25 and a private port-a-pottie. Advance Alba wine purchase and personal catering may be arranged.
No advance ticket sales. Every year is a sell out so be sure to come early to enjoy the festivities. Alba wines will be available for purchase by glass or bottle. (Sorry – no sample tastings at this event.) Fresh food by Country Picnic of Bedminster, NJ, will be available for purchase or you are welcome to pack your own picnic basket. No beer or other alcohol. You may bring a lawn chair, blanket or beach umbrella, but please leave the pets, canopies and EZ-Up shelters at home. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com. GPS and Mapping programs do not recognize our address. For best directions please visit our website www.albavineyard.com.
AMALTHEA CELLARS
Walk in the Vineyard Wine Trail Weekend
July 17 & 18, 2010
Noon to 5:00 pm
For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
BELLVIEW WINERY
Fiesta Fridays
Every Friday from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Admission: Free
Start your weekend tasting wines at Bellview. Share a carafe of tasty Sangria with friends, and meet new people who share your love of wine. Cheese samplers, South of the Border and Italian Favorites platters available for noshing indoors or out. No reservations necessary. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
Walk in the Vineyard Wine Trail Weekend
July 17 & 18, 2010
Admission: $5.00 per person
Put on your walking shoes for the short hike through the woods to Bellview’s extensive vineyards, where we’ll explain how we manage our vines to grow high quality wine grapes. (Tours at 12:00, 2:00 and 4pm.) Then, back to the winery for wine tasting and live music from our outdoor stage (1 to 4pm). All of our wines will be available for sampling in our new tasting room. Bring lawn chairs and enjoy the music with a glass of wine. Choose a carafe from our sangria menu, or try an appetizer platter for indoor or outdoor nibbling. Admission includes tours, tasting, music and wine glass. No reservations necessary. For directions, www.BellviewWinery.com or call 856-697-7172 seven days a week, 11am to 5pm. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
CREAM RIDGE WINERY
Evening for Autism
July 10, 2010
6:30 to 9:30 pm
Admission: $20.00 (includes souvenir glass)
Enjoy this indoor/outdoor event with wine tasting and hors d’oeuvres while listening to live music and browsing the silent auction. Proceeds benefit TACA – Talk About Curing Autism. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
Walk Through The Vineyard Wine Trail Weekend
July 17 & 18, 2010
Noon to 5:00 pm
ADMISSION: Free
Come enjoy a beautiful summer weekend in a vineyard where we will be offering complimentary tastings and tours. Sample delicious products from our gourmet shop. For more information www.newjerseywines.com.
FOUR SISTERS WINERY
Friday Night Happy Hour At Four Sisters Winery
Friday Nights in July, 2010
5:00 to 8:00 pm
ADMISSION: $10 includes sampling of wine and appetizers
A great way to start your weekend! There’s a breath of fresh-air and beautiful scenery at Four Sisters Winery overlooking 250 acres. Join us on the deck for sampling of wines and appetizers. Wine by the glass or bottle will be available for purchase. For more information www.newjerseywines.com.
RED, WHITE & BLUE – A Star Spangled Weekend!
July 2, 3, & 4, 2010
11:00 am to 6:00 pm
ADMISSION: Free Admission
Have a star-spangled weekend sampling the great tastes of summer! It’s a RED, WHITE & BLUE bonanza with Red and white wines— and blueberry treats! The winery will also offer wine tasting with guidelines of which Four Sisters’ wines to pair with your favorite grilled foods. Strolling vineyard and wine cellar tours will be offered and recipe handouts will be available. Plan a visit to the winery during this special weekend and enjoy the beautiful outdoor countryside. Open 6 days a week from 11am-6pm and closed on Wednesday. For more information www.newjerseywines.com.
Barefoot Grape Stomping
July 10, 2010
5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
ADMISSION: Cost: $50 per person, plus tax
Tickets are available by calling 908-475-3671
Stomp, Stomp, Stomp – Yes, It’s Barefoot Grape Stomping time! Four Sisters Winery blends tradition and nostalgia on July 10, 2010. Dress in “Lucy Style” ready to stomp the grapes and receive a free Four Sisters Winery wine glass. A formal wine tasting will begin the evening. A scrumptious dinner will be served while the tasting continues. An educational wine cellar tour will describe the processes of winemaking and then off to the barrel for stomping. Yes, the shoes and socks are removed as the grapes wait to be stomped with your bare feet. No, need to worry it’s just for the fun of it and not for the winemaking process. For more information www.newjerseywines.com.
Walk Through The Vineyard Wine Trail Weekend
July 17 & 18, 2010
Noon to 5:00 pm
ADMISSION: Free Admission
Four Sisters Winery joins the Garden State Wine Growers in A Walk through the Vineyard Wine Trail Weekend. Offering over 20 wines from red, whites, rosé, fruit, port and spiced wines. FREE Wine tasting – featuring Spicy Sisters! Savor the flavor of a chilled spiced apple wine and a host of refreshments. For more information www.newjerseywines.com.
Murder Mystery Dinner
July 24, 2010
5:00 to 8:00 pm
ADMISSION: Cost: $50 per person, plus tax
Tickets are available by calling 908-475-3671
Foul play is afoot at Four Sisters Winery (www.foursisterswinery.com) There has been a mysterious murder at the old vineyard and you might be the guest who cracks the case! Come join us for an evening of interactive entertainment where guests play the characters in a classic murder mystery dinner! The event includes a formal wine tasting and a delicious buffet-style dinner. Relax and enjoy the tranquility of the evening and the wonderfully bucolic scenery of our vineyard as you ponder the case. Remember not to get too comfortable though…a murderer walks amongst you! For more information www.newjerseywines.com.
HAWK HAVEN VINEYARD AND WINERY
HHV Wine Bar
Everyday!
11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Admission: Free
It’s 5 o’clock somewhere! Come enjoy a relaxing afternoon or evening at Hawk Haven’s Wine Bar. Wine tasting, wine by the glass/bottle and gourmet cheese plates. Bring a picnic basket or stop in for a glass of wine before dinner. Wine specials daily 5 to 7pm. For more information, visit www.newjerseywines.com.
Sangria Sundays
Every Sunday
Noon to 7:00 pm
Back by popular demand! Sangria Sundays are back again this Memorial Day through Labor Day. Enjoy a fun afternoon at the vineyard every Sunday. Sip a glass of our famous red, white or frozen sangria. Enjoy Hawk Haven wines by the glass and bottle. Live music! Lunch/early dinner menu offered by Island Grill Restaurant. Bring your beach chairs or get here early to reserve your seats and enjoy a festive Sunday afternoon! Kids welcome! For more information, visit www.newjerseywines.com.
Wine Pairing Dinner with celebrity chef, Barry Sexton
July 24, 2010
7:00 pm
Admission: $75 (all inclusive)
Our wine pairing dinners have been a huge success! We thought we would take a break for the summer, but our customers demanded we continue. Well, we decided to kick it up a notch! Acclaimed chef, Barry Sexton from Food Network’s Dinner Impossible will prepare a 4-course dinner, each course paired with a Hawk Haven Wine. Click for menu and reservations – limited seating. http://www.hawkhavenvineyard.com/events.aspx or call 609-846-7347.
HERITAGE VINEYARDS
“Un-Wine’d” Happy Hour
Every Thursday
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Admission: No Charge
Relax and “Un-Wine’d” with us every Thursday throughout the summer! This weekly happy hour event includes a complimentary wine tasting, $2 OFF your first glass of wine, small food menu and special cheese pairings. For more information visit www.heritagewineNJ.com.
HOPEWELL VALLEY VINEYARDS
Music and Wine Fridays
Every Friday Night
5:00 to 8:00 pm
Admission: Free
Live Music
Call the vineyard for info on Musician – changes every week. For more information, visit www.newjerseywines.com.
Saturday Night Music Night
July 31, 2010
7:00 to 10:00 pm
Admission: $10 (Includes 1 glass of wine $5.50 or under)
Wine by the glass or bottle available for purchase.
Music provided by – Debbie and Mike
For more information, visit www.newjerseywines.com.
Walk in the Vineyard Wine Trail Weekend
July 17 & 18, 2010
Noon to 5:00 pm
For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
LAURITA WINERY
Movie Night – Chocolat (2000)
July 2, 2010 (rain date Friday, July 9)
8:00 to 10:30 pm
Admission: Tickets are $5.00 per person in advance, $7.00 at the door.
Laurita wines, picnic baskets with delectables and a diverse menu of food selections will be available for purchase. Please bring your lawn chairs and blankets. Laurita food and beverages only. No pets. Adults only. Please visit www.lauritawinery.com to purchase your tickets online or call 609.758.8000.
Charles Toleno
July 8, 2010 & July 22, 2010
6:00 to 9:00 pm
Free Admission
Enjoy the vocal and rhythmic sounds of Charles Toleno, an accomplished vocalist and percussionist. Charles sings your favorite standards, oldies and soft jazz, featuring the sounds of Michael Buble, Paul Anka, Sinatra, Al Jearreau, Etta James and more. Soft jazz instrumentals are complimented by mellow percussion. For more information, please visit www.lauritawinery.com or call 609.758.8000.
Walk in the Vineyard Wine Trail Weekend
July 17 & 18, 2010
Noon to 5:00 pm
This is a Garden State Wine Growers Association event. More information to follow soon. Please visit www.lauritawinery.com or call 609.758.8000.
Italian Night
Friday, July 23, 2010
7:00 to 11:00 pm
More information to follow. Please visit www.lauritawinery.com or call 609.758.8000.
NATALI VINEYARDS
“Wine It Down Wednesday”
Every Wednesday in July and August
3:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Admission: Free
Live Band ~ Bbq Pit ~ Frozen Wine Slushies ~ Wines by the glass/bottle ~ Ice Cold Sangria ~ Free Vineyard tours at 4pm ~ For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
PLAGIDO’S WINERY
Walk in the Vineyard Wine Trail Weekend
July 17 & 18, 2010
Noon to 5:00 pm
For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
RENAULT WINERY RESORT & GOLF
Sounds of the Opera
July 23rd, 2010
6:30 pm to 11:00 pm
Admission: $69.95
Join us or our Annual Tuscan Serenade and Feast held in the Renault Grand Ballroom! Enjoy Italian Arts Songs and Arias, Duets, and Choral Selections from famous Operas performed by the famed Tuscany Singers while you savor a Five Course Gourmet Italian Dinner. Cocktail reception 6:20PM, Dinner and Concert 7:00pm. Reservations requested! For reservations, call 609-965-2111 and for more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
SHARROTT WINERY
Celebrate the Fourth
July 4 & 5, 2010
Noon to 5:00 pm
Celebrate the 4th of July on the patio at Sharrott Winery. We will be serving our 4th of July celebratory drink, Red White and Blueberry Sangria. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
Live Music Series
July 3: James Klapp
July 10: Eryn Shewell
July 17: Patrick Stoner
July 24: Frank Cervantes
July 31: Sister Blue
Come enjoy live music and wine tasting then purchase a bottle to savor during the performance. Performances are held every Saturday, 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm from June 12 to September 4. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
Girls’ Night Out
July 16, 2010
6:00 to 9:00 pm (Doors open at 6pm)
Admission: $12 (includes wine tastings, souvenir glass and light appetizers)
Need a night out with just the Girls? How does a pampered night of live music on our patio drinking award winning wines sound? We are partnering again with Tranquility Salon this year, who will be providing complimentary mini manicures and complimentary color/cut/style consultations as raffling off a gift certificate for a 50 minute massage or facial (your choice) and a haircut and style. Bring your girlfriends for a Friday night of live music and ‘pampering on the patio.’ Tickets MUST be purchased in advance for this event as it routinely sells out and can be purchased by calling the winery at 609-567-WINE or online at www.sharrottwinery.com. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
Walk in the Vineyard Wine Trail Weekend
July 17 & 18, 2010
Noon to 5:00 pm
Come enjoy wine tasting and a tour of our Vineyards and winery with the wine maker. Tours are at 2:00 and 4:00 each day. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
SILVER DECOY WINERY
Walk in the Vineyard Wine Trail
July 17 & 18, 2010
Noon – 5:00 PM
$5 admission (complimentary glass)
Enjoy an afternoon of sunshine and wine at Silver Decoy Winery. Hourly vineyard tours with the winemaker and wine tasting under the tent will surely be a great day for all! Relax and listen to Dan while enjoying a bottle of wine. Pack a picnic basket or partake in one of Brian’s snacks off the grill. We look forward to seeing you then. If you need directions or further information you can call us at 609-371-6000 or look on our website, www.silverdecoywinery.com. Hope to see you then!
SWANSEA VINEYARDS
Walk in the Vineyard Wine Trail
July 17 & 18, 2010
11:00 am to 6:00 pm
ADMISSION: Free
Take a Walk in Swansea Vineyards this weekend and learn about wine making in New Jersey. Enjoy a glass of wine or share a bottle with friends on our beautiful farm. Guided tours of our vineyard will occur throughout the day, or take a self-guided tour at your own leisurely pace. Cheese platters will be available for purchase. Come out and enjoy the day! For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
TOMASELLO WINERY
Walk in the Vineyard Wine Trail Weekend
July 17 & 18, 2010
Noon to 5:00 pm
For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
UNIONVILLE VINEYARDS
Dixieland Jazz and Swing
July 17, 2010
1:00 to 4:00 pm
Admission: Free
Come enjoy a summer afternoon of fine wine and great music. Listen to Dixieland Jazz and Swing Music by “The Hot Taters Band”. Bring along a picnic lunch or dinner and enjoy a wonder relaxing day at the vineyard seven days a week. Complimentary Winery Tours at 2:30 PM on the following Saturdays and Sundays: July 3, 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25, 31 and Aug. 1. www.myspace.com/hottatersband. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
Walk in the Vineyard Wine Trail
July 17 & 18, 2010
Noon to 5:00 pm
ADMISSION: Free
Come out and enjoy a vineyard weekend! For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
VENTIMIGLIA VINEYARD
Second Anniversary Cook-Out
July 3 & 4, 2010
1:00 to 6:00 pm
ADMISSION: $ 5.00 includes wine tastings, hot dogs, baked beans, and more.
We opened our tasting room and released our first wines (2006 vintage) during the July 4 weekend, 2008. Sample your choices of our delicious wines, including three new releases: La Sorella, Chambourcin, and Rocky Ridge Red. Be sure to bring your appetite and your hiking shoes. Help us celebrate our first two years serving delicious, European-style, hand-crafted wine! For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
Walk in the Vineyard Wine Trail Weekend
July 17 & 18, 2010
1:00 to 6:00 pm
ADMISSION: $ 5.00 includes wine tastings, self-guided vineyard and wooded trail tours.
There are three separate vineyards on our 50 acre farm in beautiful, rural Sussex County. July is an ideal time to enjoy hiking through the flourishing vineyards and the wooded trails. Pack a lunch and enjoy the scenery from our picnic tables. Most important, sample our delicious wines, including our newly released wines. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
WAGONHOUSE WINERY
Walk in the Vineyard Wine Trail Weekend
July 17 & 18, 2010
Noon to 5:00 pm
Come enjoy wine tasting and a tour of our Vineyards and winery. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
Garden State Wine Growers Association Events – May 2010
Join us throughout the state at Garden State
Wineries:
4 JG’s ORCHARDS & VINEYARDS
Mother’s Day Weekend Wine Trail
May 8 and 9, 2010
Noon – 5:00 pm
Fee: $5 cover charge includes tasting and take
home logo glass
Enjoy springtime at Four JG’s Winery. Be sure to
be one of the first to try the Vignole 2009!
Bring Mom by on Mother’s Day (Sunday, May 9th) and
enjoy the tunes from The Angeltones. The
Angeltones breathe new life into timeless
classics. With their distinctive styles woven
into one unique sound, this female vocal group
will surely make this Mother’s Day a memorable
one! No reservations required. $5 cover charge
includes tasting and take home logo glass. For
more information contact us at www.4jgswinery.com.
Colts Neck Wine Workshop
June 2, 2010
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Fee: $30 per person, per session
Join Craig Donofrio, Advanced Sommelier (Court of
Master Sommeliers), as he discusses major grape
varietals from California’s Central Coast and
Santa Barbara regions, wine styles, blind-tasting
techniques, food and wine pairing tips and other
wine-related themes to improve your wine knowledge
at any level. Seminars will be held in the
spectacular setting of award-winning 4JG’s
Vineyards in Colts Neck. The admission charge will
include samplings of food and wine as well as an
informative seminar in a casual, fun setting.
Seminars will build in intensity and topics will
shift so repeat attendance is welcomed. Sign Up
Early since our last two classes has been sold
out! For more information contact us at cnvintner@op
tonline.net.
ALBA VINEYARD
Music Under the Arbor with the Kathy Philips
Trio
May 1, 2010
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Admission: Complimentary to Alba Customers with
Wine Purchase
Tastings: $10 per person
Join Alba Vineyard as we kick off our 2010 Music
Under the Arbor series with The Kathy Philips
Trio. Featuring Walt Bibinger on guitar and Kim
Williams on keyboards, this trio will entertain
with a unique blend of pop, folk, rock and jazz
with original songs and covers from The Beatles to
Fleetwood Mac to some old familiar jazz standards!
Wine and artisan cheese plates will be available
for purchase, but you are welcome to bring your
own snacks to enjoy with a bottle of your favorite
award-winning Alba wine at one of the bistro
tables under the Arbor.
GPS and Mapping programs do not recognize our
address. For best directions please visit our
website www.albavineyard.com.
Mother’s Day Festival Featuring the
VooDudes
(To benefit the Red Cross of Central New
Jersey)
May 9, 2010
Noon – 5:00 pm
Admission: $10 Adults 21 and over
$5 for Young Adults ages 12 to 20
Free for children under 12
Admission at the gate only (no presale)
Wine Tastings $10
Treat Mom to this unique event featuring food,
wine tasting, music, crafters, children’s
activities and much more! Vineyard favorites, The
VooDudes, will entertain with their unique mix of
jazz, rock and zydeco. Younger festival go-ers can
enjoy face painting, sand art, moon bounce and
pony rides. More adventurous can opt for tethered
hot air balloon rides and horse drawn carriage
rides through the vineyard. Food available for
purchase or pack your own picnic. Bring a lawn
chair or blanket and a beach umbrella for your
comfort, but please leave the pets, canopies and
EZ-Up shelters at home.
All proceeds from admission will be donated to
The American Red Cross of Central New Jersey to
support their relief efforts for families who have
lost homes to fire or flood, homebound seniors in
need of daily nutritious meal delivery, and
patients in need of lifesaving blood transfusions.
Red Cross volunteers will join us and give you the
opportunity to participate in their You Win You
Choose raffle.
GPS and Mapping programs do not recognize our
address. For best directions please visit our
website www.albavineyard.com.
Music Under the Arbor with the Jeff Bellfy
May 16, 2010
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Admission: Complimentary to Alba Customers with
Wine Purchase
Tastings: $10 per person
Like a fine wine that ages over time…Jeff Bellfy
has been a favorite local musician for over 25
years! His genuine personality and vocal talent
make it easy for anyone to enjoy as he thrives on
honoring requests from the 70′s, 80′s, 90′s and
now! Wine and artisan cheese plates will be
available for purchase, but you are welcome to
bring your own snacks to enjoy with a bottle of
your favorite award-winning Alba wine at one of
the bistro tables under the Arbor.
GPS and Mapping programs do not recognize our
address. For best directions please visit our
website www.albavineyard.com.
Music Under the Arbor with the BC Combo
May 22, 2010
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Admission: Complimentary to Alba Customers with
Wine Purchase
Tastings: $10 per person
“Willin and thrillin, from Pennsylvania, this
combo will offer up some hip shakin blues and R&B
with a whole lotta soul!” With the powerful vocals
of Bev Conklin, this duo is sure to get your
fingers drumming and your feet tapping along to
the beat. Wine and artisan cheese plates will be
available for purchase, but you are welcome to
bring your own snacks to enjoy with a bottle of
your favorite award-winning Alba wine at one of
the bistro tables under the Arbor.
GPS and Mapping programs do not recognize our
address. For best directions please visit our
website www.albavineyard.com.
Music Under the Arbor with the Eric Mintel
Quartet
May 30, 2010
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Admission: Complimentary to Alba Customers with
Wine Purchase
Tastings: $10 per person
Featuring Eric Mintel on Piano, Nelson Hill on
Alto Sax, Dave Antonow on Bass and Dave Mohn on
Drums, The Eric Mintel Quartet performs originals
and the music of Dave Brubeck plus classic jazz
from the great American Songbook. From the White
House to the Kennedy Center, this jazz quartet is
truly connecting with the masses. Jazz icon Dave
Brubeck says “As long as the music attracts
dedicated young musicians like Eric Mintel and the
Eric Mintel Quartet, jazz will continue to thrive
and progress as a voice of freedom.” Wine and
artisan cheese plates will be available for
purchase, but you are welcome to bring your own
snacks to enjoy with a bottle of your favorite
award-winning Alba wine at one of the bistro
tables under the Arbor.
GPS and Mapping programs do not recognize our
address. For best directions please visit our
website www.albavineyard.com.
AMALTHEA CELLARS
Mother’s Day Wine Trail Weekend
May 8 & 9, 2010
Noon – 5:00 pm
If you have not been to an Amalthea wine trail,
Mother’s Day weekend is the perfect time to start!
You’ll be guided by one of our expert wine pourers
through our current vintages of dry white, dry
red, and semidry wines while you enjoy a selection
of gourmet cheeses, breads, and crackers. Give
Mom the royal treatment with Amalthea Cellars’
legendary vintage and barrel tasting. For a fee
of ten dollars you will be guided through the
winemakers selection of favorite past vintages
that have made Amalthea Cellars a rising star in
the wine industry. Guests are given barrel
samples and offered future prices of our upcoming
future star vintages as well as an assortment of
our famous homemade finger foods and legendary
wine paired treats.
BELLVIEW WINERY
Fiesta Fridays
Every Friday – 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Admission: Free
Start your weekend at Bellview and meet new people
who share your love of wine. Share a pitcher of
tasty Sangria with friends. Chips and salsa,
cheese samplers and bruschetta available for
noshing outdoors or in. No reservations
necessary.
Cinco de Mayo Celebration
May 1 & 2, 2010
11:00 am – 5:00 pm (Rain or Shine)
Admission: $5.00 per person, children are free
A fun celebration of the traditional Mexican
holiday – great wine with authentic food and
music. Vineland’s Sierra Juarez restaurant will
prepare delicious traditional foods to enjoy
outdoors or in. Choose from our Sangria menu for a
refreshing, fruity glass or pitcher to share.
Tours given 1 and 3 pm. Admission includes tours,
tasting, and wine glass. No reservations
necessary.
Mother’s Day Wine & Desserts Weekend
May 8 & 9, 2010
11:00 am – 5:00 pm (Rain or Shine)
Admission: $5.00 per person, children are free
Bring Mom to Bellview to enjoy a buffet of
tempting desserts to pair with our delicious
dessert wines. Dominique’s Sweet Creations will
offer their baked goods for purchase to enjoy
later. Cheese sampler plates and more available
for nibbles outdoors or in. Tours given at 1 and
3pm. Admission includes tours, tasting, and wine
glass. No reservations necessary.
Run for Michael 5K Run & 1 Mile Walk
May 22, 2010
9:00 am to — (Rain or Shine)
Registration: $25.00 to participate, includes a
tee shirt
Run or walk through beautiful vineyards to benefit
The Aplastic Anemia Foundation and The Dream
Foundation. Food, drinks and family fun…all for
a great cause! For pre-registration, call Roslyn
(856)-297-8927. For directions, visit www.BellviewWinery.com or call
856-697-7172.
CAPE MAY WINERY & VINEYARD
Charity Fashion Show & Luncheon
May 8, 2010
Noon – 2:00 pm
Admission: Advance tickets sales required $25.00
per person
Celebrate Moms this year with a fashion show and
luncheon while making a contribution to a local
charity. Starting at noon enjoy a luncheon
catered by the Washington Inn and learn about
Family Promise, a nonprofit organization committed
to helping low-income families achieve lasting
independence. Beginning at 1pm, enjoy the local
fashions from two of Cape May’s clothing stores:
Bamboo Shack and Pink by Victorious.
CAVA WINERY
Final Soup Weekend
May 1 & 2, 2010
Noon – 6:00 pm
Free Admission
Come in for our final soup weekend until fall.
Free cup of homemade soup with every wine flight
purchase.
Mother’s Day Weekend
May 8 & 9, 2010
Noon – 6:00 pm
All moms will receive a free homemade cannoli.
Memorial Day Weekend
May 29 & 30, 2010
Noon – 6:00 pm
Free wine flight for our military veterans
Come in and enjoy free ice cream with red, white &
blue sprinkles to celebrate our veterans. 10% of
all sales goes towards Veteran’s Program.
We will be offering our cheese and meats, small
plates and desert selection every weekend. May
Discount: Receive a free Cava corkscrew with a 3-
bottle purchase Also, case discount with 6-bottle
purchase.
CREAM RIDGE WINERY
Mother’s Day Wine Trail Weekend
May 8 & 9, 2010
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Free Admission
Cream Ridge Winery will be offering wine tasting
and tours all day. Sample delicious desserts and
browse our gourmet shop. Our wine releases: May
Wine served with strawberries, and ChocolateBerry
wine.
DIMATTEO VINEYARD
Mother’s Day Wine Trail Weekend
May 8 & 9, 2010
Noon – 5:00 pm
Admission: $2 tasting fee
A weekend of delicious wines for mom and those who
love her — plus a flower for every mom!
FOUR SISTERS WINERY
Wine Trail Weekend
May 8 & 9, 2010
Noon – 5:00 pm
Admission: Free wine tastings and finger foods
Four Sisters Winery joins the Garden State Wine
Growers Association in celebrating Mother’s Day
Weekend Wine Trail. Enjoy a day at the winery with
free tastings on the deck and in the winery, free
wine cellar tours and free samples of Matty’s home
made bread. Consider Mom and bring her and the
family to our Mother’s Day Buffet on May 9th.
Reservations required. For tickets call 908-475-
3671.
Mother’s Day Dinner and Live Music
May 9, 2010
Noon – 3:00 pm
Admission: Cost: $22.50 per person, plus tax
Mother’s Day Luncheon Buffet May 9th from Noon-
3:00 pm. Bring Mom and the family for a delicious
buffet dinner with live music, wine by the glass
and plenty of room to take a walk on the farm.
$22.50 per person includes buffet style dinner,
complimentary 1st glass of wine (for adults over
21) and a tour of our vineyards and wine cellar.
Call 908-475-3671 now and make your reservations.
Doors open 12 noon, food served from 1:00 pm -
2:30 pm. For tickets call 908-475-3671.
Murder Mystery Dinner
May 1, 2010
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Admission: Cost: $50 per person, plus tax
Foul play is afoot at Four Sisters Winery. There
has been a mysterious murder at the old vineyard
and you might be the guest who cracks the case!
Come join us for an evening of interactive
entertainment where quests play the characters in
a classic murder mystery dinner! The event
includes a formal wine tasting and a delicious
buffet-style dinner. For tickets call 908-475-
3671.
Barefoot Grape Stomp
May 22, 2010
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Admission: Cost: $50 per person, plus tax
The barefoot massage of a lifetime. Come and
indulge your feet into what has become one of our
most popular events at the winery. Event includes
delicious hot buffet dinner, formal wine tasting,
the special event of the evening followed by a
wine cellar tour and ends with a tasting of our
dessert wines. Reservations required so call the
winery at 908-475-3671 Thursday through Monday
from 11am-6pm. For more information, call 908-475-
3671.
May Artist of the Month – Artist Reception
May 1 & 2 (Display up all month), 2010
Noon – 4:00 pm
Admission: Free Tastings
This month’s artist is one of the Four Sisters the
winery is named for. Serena Matarazzo Higgins will
be showing a collection of her photographs
featuring many of her favorite animal friends and
beautiful nature photography. You won’t want to
miss this exhibit. For information call 908-475-
3671.
HAWK HAVEN VINEYARD AND WINERY
HHV Wine Bar
Every Friday
Noon – 11:00 pm
Admission: Free
Sick of the bar scene? Come and enjoy a relaxing
Friday evening at Hawk Haven. Live music, wine by
the glass, wine cocktails, and gourmet cheese
boxes by Seaside cheese, need we say more? Music
starts at 6:30pm every Friday.
Mothers Day Wine Trail Weekend
May 7, 8 & 9, 2010
Noon – 5:00 pm
Complimentary tastings for all mothers at Hawk
Haven- Friday, Saturday and Sunday! Is your mom a
wine-lover? Visit Hawk Haven for a special gift:
openers, decanters, journals, wine and more! Open
everyday Noon to 5pm.
Hawk Haven’s One Year Anniversary
Celebration
Sunday, May 23, 2010
Todd and Kenna can’t believe it’s been a year
already! Time flies when you’re having fun. We
invite all our customers to help us celebrate a
great first year. Great people, great food, great
live music and OF COURSE great wine. Tickets will
be on sale May 1st – May 16th, call 609-846-7347
or stop in the tasting room.
Sangria Sundays
Every Sunday
Noon – 7:00 pm
Back by popular demand! Sangria Sundays are back
again this Memorial Day through Labor Day. Enjoy a
fun afternoon at the vineyard. Sip a glass of our
famous red or white sangria, a signature wine
cocktail or Hawk Haven wines by the glass. Live
music all day and cuisine prepared by Island Grill
Restaurant. Bring your beach chairs and enjoy a
festive Sunday afternoon!
Wine Pairing Dinner
May 21 & June 18, 2010
7:00 pm
Reservations Required
Hawk Haven will host a wine pairing dinner along
with a local restaurateur. Each of the four
courses is paired with a half glass of our fine,
artisan wine. Learn about wine pairing, enjoy the
live music and experience the local culinary
talent. Live music by herbmoorejazz.com and Bill
Catarini, guitar and vocals. Reservations required
609-846-7347. For more information, call or email
info@hawk
havenvineyard.com.
HERITAGE VINEYARDS
Mother’s Day Wine Trail Weekend
May 8 & 9, 2010
Noon – 5:00 pm
Admission: $10 per person / $5 for the Mom
Join us for a special wine and cheese tasting for
Mother’s Day weekend. Event will include
extensive wine tasting, spectacular cheese
displays, LIVE music, Winery Tours and a special
PINK sangria! For more information, visit www.heritagewinenj.com.
Outdoor Concert!
May 22 & 23, 2010
Noon – 5:00 pm
Admission: $10 per person (includes wine
tasting)
Get out and enjoy the warm weather with a glass of
wine and some great LIVE music. Heritage Vineyards
dedicates an entire weekend to their first outdoor
concert. The stage will be jumpin’ with a featured
band playing a mix of classic rock and upbeat jazz
& blues. Event will include: Extensive Wine
Tasting along with BBQ & Wine by the Glass
Available for Purchase. For more information,
visit www.heritagewinenj.com.
HOPEWELL VALLEY VINEYARDS
Mother’s Day Wine Trail Weekend
May 8 & 9, 2010
Noon – 5:00 pm
Admission: $5 wine tasting – includes 6 wine
samples and complimentary glass
Dip’t in Chocolate with delicious chocolates,
jewelry vendors, Beauty Care with Mary Kay
products, etc. Call the vineyard for more specific
details 609-737-4465.
Friday Nite Happier Hours
Every Friday Night
5:00 – 8:00 pm
Admission: Free
Live Music
Call the vineyard for info on Musician – changes
every week.
3rd Annual Poker Run
May 22 (Raindate May 23), 2010
Proceeds to Benefit Local Autism Intervention &
Services. Go to our website for more information
or to Sign Up (www.hopewellvalleyvineyards.com)
.
Saturday Night Music Night
May 29, 2010
7:00 – 10:00 pm
Admission: $10 (Includes 1 glass of wine $5.50
or under)
Wine by the glass or bottle available for
purchase. Music provided by – Robert Phillips,
jazz guitarist. Brick Oven Pizza.
LAURITA WINERY
Laurita’s Run for the Roses Kentucky Derby
Celebration
Saturday, May 1, 2010
Noon
Admission: Tickets are $5.00 per person $10.00 per
person at the door.
Derby hats and attire are encouraged, but not
required. The first 100 ladies (or gentlemen)
wearing their fashionable hats will receive a Red
Rose compliments of Laurita Winery. Laurita’s
Parade of Hats Fashion Show by Victoria’s Designs
begins at 2:30. The Glimmer Grass Band will be
entertaining live throughout the afternoon.
Playing together since 2004, this group of great
friends loves playing acoustic music. In addition
to an active schedule gigging around the shore,
the band has produced two CD’s: the self titled
first CD and the “GGB Live at Surf and Offshore”.
Tickets can be purchased online at www.lauritawinery.com, while
visiting the winery or by calling
609.758.8000.
The Finals of American Idol – Laurita Winery
Style (no connection with the highly successful TV
show)
Thursday, May 6, 2010
6:30 pm
Admission: Free
For more information, please visit www.lauritawinery.com or call
609.758.8000.
Mother’s Day Wine Trail Weekend
Saturday & Sunday, May 8 & 9, 2010
Noon – 5:00 pm
Free Admission both days.
On Saturday, May 8, from 1-5pm, the vocal stylist
Bobby Ballack will be entertaining. Bobby’s vocal
interpretation of the standards with great new
arrangements is exciting and appealing to all
ages. On Sunday, May 9, from 1-5pm, the acoustic
classic rock n’ roll group Pennington Station will
be performing. For more information, please visit
www.lauritawinery.com or call
609.758.8000.
Italian Night
Friday, May 21, 2010
For more information, visit www.lauritawinery.com or call
609.758.8000.
Movie Night
French Kiss
Saturday, May 22, 2010 (rain date Saturday, May
29)
7:30 – 10:30 pm
Admission: Tickets are $5.00 per person, $7.00 at
the door.
Our first outdoor movie of the season! Please
bring your lawn chairs. Laurita food and beverages
only. No pets. Adults only. For more information,
visit www.lauritawinery.com or call
609.758.8000.
NATALI VINEYARDS
Mother’s Day Wine Trail Weekend
May 8 & 9, 2010
Noon – 5:00 PM
Wine Tasting: $5.00 per person
Enjoy a fun filled weekend at our “Old World Farm
Winery” with free vineyard and barrel room tours
at 12pm 2pm & 4pm Saturday & Sunday. Feel free to
bring some snacks or lunch and enjoy them at table
in our beautiful vineyard. This is a beautiful
time of year on our farm as the vineyard becomes
fully awake and begins to produce the amazing
grapes for our award winning wines! Don’t forget
every mother receives a fresh cut flower from one
of our many local farms! Call 609-465-0075 for
more info.
PLAGIDOS WINERY
Mother’s Day Wine Trail Weekend
May 8 & 9, 2010
12:00 – 5:00 pm
Admission: $5 (Includes a souvenir wine glass)
Come out and enjoy a MOTHER’S DAY wine trail
weekend with us here at Plagido’s Winery on May
8th & 9th from 12:00 to 5:00. For $5, you will
receive a souvenir glass yours to keep after
sampling our award winning wines. Also there will
be a wide variety of light fare and desserts to
pair along with award winning wines. We look
forward to seeing you. For more information, call
(609) 567-4633.
RENAULT WINERY RESORT & GOLF
Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet
May 9, 2010
10:00 am – 3:30 pm
Admission: Adults – $29.95 + Tax per person,
Children 4-10 – $14.95 + Tax per person
Renault traditionally offers three great dining
options for Mother’s Day. A superb Cruise Ship
Style Buffet is offered with special children’s
pricing in the Grand Ballroom from 10 AM to 3:30
PM with something for everyone. For those who
would like to celebrate at Renault later in the
day, the Gourmet Restaurant will feature Six
Course Dinner Specials and Joseph’s Restaurant
will offer Mother’s Day Dining Specials.
Children’s Dinner Menus will be available at both
restaurants. For reservations, call 609-965-
2111.
SHARROTT WINERY
Mother’s Day Wine Trail Weekend
May 8 & 9, 2010
Noon – 5:00 pm
Join us to celebrate the most influential person
in all of our lives, Mom. This Mother’s day give
your mother what she really wants and spend some
time with her touring and tasting great local
wines. Sharrott Winery will have cheese and
chocolates to sample along with flowers for all
mothers. Our patio is also open to sit and enjoy a
glass of wine and a picnic lunch.
Girl’s Night Out
May 21, 2010
6:00 – 9:00 pm
Hey Ladies, Need a night out with just the Girls?
How does live music on our patio drinking award
winning wines while being pampered sound? We will
be partnering with Tranquility Salon again this
year and bringing you an even bigger and better
Girls Night Out. They will be providing
complimentary mini manicures and complimentary
color/cut/style consultations. Also, they will be
raffling off a gift certificate for a 50 minute
massage or facial (your choice) and a haircut and
style. Pass the word to your girlfriends and we’ll
see you Friday night for live music and pampering
on the patio. Doors open at 6pm. Admission is $12
and includes wine tastings, souvenir glass and
light appetizers. Tickets MUST be purchased in
advance for this event as it routinely sells out.
Tickets can be purchased by calling the winery at
609-567-WINE or online at www.sharrottwinery.com/events.
SILVER DECOY
Mother’s Day Weekend Wine Trail
May 8 & 9, 2010
Noon – 5:00 pm
Admission: $5 (includes complimentary glass)
Join us for a fun-filled weekend at Silver Decoy
Winery. Relax and taste our award winning estate
wines while listening to live music under our
spacious open air tents. Enjoy a walk in the
vineyard with a glass of our wine. Feel free to
bring your own food and stay for the day. On
Sunday, a continental breakfast will be served
from 12-3 (bagels, danish, muffins, juice, etc.)
and refreshing Pinot Grigio mimosas will be
available for your purchase as well. If you
require any additional information, look on our
website, www.silverdecoywinery.com or
call us at 609-371-6000.
Hair of the Dog 5K
May 23, 2010
11:00 am – 5:00 pm (race begins at 10 sharp)
Admission: $5 to enter the event, $30 to run in
the race (both include complimentary glass)
Come join us at Silver Decoy Winery for the Third
Annual Hair of the Dog 5K and Pet Expo! Includes
Hair of the Dog 5K long sleeve T-shirt and goody
bag for registered participants (last year we had
over 700 runners!). Run will end in the vineyard
with wine tasting and pet rescue expo. All
proceeds benefit local pet rescues. Come help us
help our awesome four-legged friends! Various
prizes will be awarded. For additional
information look on the www.hairofthedog5k.com website
or call us at 609-371-6000.
SWANSEA VINEYARDS
Mother’s Day Wine Trail
May 8 & 9, 2010
Noon – 5:00 PM
Admission: Complimentary Tasting of 5
wines/Deluxe tasting with souvenir glass for
$5
Celebrate Mother’s Day at Swansea Vineyards this
weekend and show Mom a little love…with WINE!!
Enjoy some light appetizers, delectable desserts,
with a glass of wine while relaxing on our patio.
Listen to soothing music as Moms take the
opportunity to spend some time pampering
themselves. Treat Mom to a ‘Minute Massage’ or
pick her up a nice gift in our Tasting Room
Boutique. Moms are special everyday of the year at
Swansea Vineyards.
Wine School 101
May 24, 2010
Tasting Room opens at 6:30pm, Presentation at 7:30
pm
Admission: $10 includes souvenir glass, pairings
with food, and presentation
Ever wondered how something as simple as a grape
becomes this beautiful creation of wine? Register
for Wine School at Swansea Vineyards and have your
questions answered. Presented by our winemaker
from California, who will educate you in words,
you will understand and learn how to pair Swansea
wines with various kinds of food. Light appetizers
will be provided. Seating is limited to the first
40 people. RSVP required: 856-453-5778.
TOMASELLO WINERY
Totally Tenors Opera Gala
May 2 & May 16, 2010
2:00 pm
Admission: $65.00 per person (includes tax and
gratuity)
Tomasello Winery would like to thank everyone for
making the first 2010 Opera Gala a success and
celebrates its spring gala with artists that
include: Sopranos Cody Austin (both dates), Zach
Borichevsky (May 16) Taylor Stayton (May 2), Noah
Van Niel (both dates) and John Viscardi (both
dates). Selections of Neapolitan songs, arias by
Puccini, Verdi, verisimo and bel canto composers
will be accompanied by Tomasello’s exquisite
gourmet foods. Please call 1-800-MMM-WINE for
complete menu, reservations and subscriber
information and to indicate entrée selection when
reserving your seat. For more information, visit
www.tomasellowinery.com.
UNIONVILLE VINEYARDS
Local Artist Ellen Veden Art Exhibit
May 1, 2010
Noon – 5:00 pm
Admission: FREE, Wine Tasting $5 for a Classic
Flight Tasting and $10 for a Extended Flight
Tasting
Visit the beautiful Art exhibit of local artist
Ellen Veden from 12 Noon to 5 PM at the Unionville
Vineyards 1858 Tasting Room. Ellen Veden: BFA
Wesleyan, Art Institute of Chicago; PBS Television
Producer. As an artist, she is inspired to
capture the unusually colorful and inspiring
skyscapes and landscapes of the Central New Jersey
area in pastels, craypas, and watercolors with
intense color. The images are direct, spontaneous,
easily recognizable and a comment on the vivid
natural beauty. Prints of her work will be
available for sale at the winery.
Mother’s Day Walk In The Vineyard Weekend
May 8 & 9, 2010
Noon – 5:00 pm
Admission: Free, Wine Tasting $5 for a Classic
Flight Tasting and $10 for an Extended Flight
Tasting
Cheese Tasting with Cabot Vermont Cheeses in our
1858 Tasting Room on May 8. Complimentary winery
tour at 2:30 PM.
Musical Performance by Brian Erickson
May 15, 2010
Noon – 5:00 pm
Admission: FREE, Wine Tasting $5 for a Classic
Flight Tasting and $10 for an Extended Flight
Tasting
A former radio DJ who took his love of music to
the stage, Brian Erickson crafts catchy, melodic
pop songs, offering them up in his own casual,
unmistakable delivery. www.myspace.com/musicalbrian.
Dance Lesson Night at the Winery — with
Professional Dance Instructor Cliff Marino
May 21, 2010
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Admission: $10 per person for the lesson, Wine
Tasting $5 for a Classic Flight Tasting and $10
for a Extended Flight Tasting, wine by the glass
and wine bottle sales will also be available
throughout the evening.
Dance Lesson Night at the Winery visit the winery
website at www.unionvillevineyards.com for
more details.
VALENZANO WINERY
Mother’s Day Wine Trail Weekend
May 8 & 9, 2010
Noon – 5:00 pm
Admission: $5.00 per head cover charge.
Featuring 5th Edition Jazz Band: a combination of
many forms of jazz, blues, old standards, and
classic R&B. Whether performing as a 3, 4, or full
5 piece group, they maintain a level of
consistency and creativity in every song. With a
mixture of vocalists, tantalizing harmonies, and
the proficient artistry of experienced guitar,
keyboard, percussion and horn players, the 5th
Edition leave a favorable impression on all
audiences. Light foods and lunch will be available
for purchase. Sample our Red White & Blueberry
Sangria!
VENTIMIGLIA VINEYARD
Fresh Flowers and Delightfully Aged Wine to
Celebrate Motherhood
May 8 & 9, 2010
Noon – 5:00 pm
Admission: $5.00 includes wine tasting, an etched
wine glass, free rose for each woman who
visits
Ventimiglia Vineyard will welcome all nurturing
women and those who love them during the Mothers’
Day wine trail weekend. Treat your favorite “lady”
to a tasting of our delicious wines. Guests may
purchase our wine and a variety of gifts. The
wildflowers, meadows and vineyards are beautiful
during mid-spring. Bring your walking shoes if you
to want to walk through the budding vineyards and
the wooded trails.
VILLA MILAGRO VINEYARDS
Cinco de Mayo Celebration
May 1 & 2, 2010
Noon – 6:00 pm
Raise a glass of Sangria to toast the spirit of
“unlikely victories” – (we will explain when you
come!). $10 includes Mexican tapas (snacks), wine
tasting and monogrammed gift glass.
Mother’s Day Wine Trail Weekend
May 8 & 9, 2010
Noon – 6:00 pm
Drink in our spectacular views and delicious wines
made at the East Coast’s only organic vineyard.
Treat Mom to delectable brunch bites and paired
with our delicious wines. $10 includes food, wine
tasting, monogrammed gift glass and a corsage for
Mom.
WESTFALL WINERY
Mothers Day Wine Trail
May 8 & 9, 2010
Noon – 5:00 pm
Admission: $5.00
Enjoy wine samples, appetizers and a complimentary
glass of wine. We will be featuring our 2007
Sangiovese and our Apple Cinnamon Wine.
For more information, visit http://www.newjerseywines.com/.
Garden State Wine Growers Association Events of the Month – April 2010
Join us throughout the state at Garden State Wineries:
4 JG’s ORCHARDS & VINEYARDS
Colts Neck Wine Workshop
April 20, 2010
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Fee: $30 per person, per session
Join Craig Donofrio, Advanced Sommelier (Court of Master Sommeliers), as he discusses major grape varietals from the Napa and Sonoma regions, wine styles, blind-tasting techniques, food and wine pairing tips and other wine-related themes to improve your wine knowledge at any level. Seminars will be held in the spectacular setting of award-winning 4JG’s Vineyards in Colts Neck. The admission charge will include samplings of food and wine as well as an informative seminar in a casual, fun setting. Seminars will build in intensity and topics will shift so repeat attendance is welcomed. We hope to see you there. Cheers! For more information contact us at cnvintner@optonline.net visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
ALBA VINEYARD
Spring into Food and Wine!
April 24 & 25, 2010
Noon – 5:00 pm
Tastings: $10 per person
Come celebrate with Alba Vineyard as we partner with The Riegelsville Inn to pair our newest vintage – 2009 Riesling – with a specialty appetizer prepared by Chef Jeremy! Exhibiting a wonderful tropical aroma with hints of mango and pineapple, our Riesling is a classic example of what this versatile grape has to offer. Wine tastings will be available throughout the day for $10 per person and include wine samples, light appetizers and an etched Alba wine glass that is yours to keep.
GPS and Mapping programs do not recognize our address. For best directions please visit our website www.albavineyard.com.
AMALTHEA CELLARS
25th Anniversary Celebration (Held Over by Popular Demand!)
Every Saturday and Sunday in April, 2010
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Amalthea Cellars is proud to present a portion of the third largest private corkscrew collection in the world! The collector has selected over seventy-five rare pieces from his private collection to put on display at Amalthea Cellars. To go along with this great collection Amalthea Cellars will be opening all of their twenty-fifth anniversary vintages. Come discover both the corkscrew display and the twenty-fifth anniversary tasting weekends throughout the month of April. For more information, visit www.newjerseywines.com.
BELLVIEW WINERY
Spring Wine Release Weekend
April 10 & 11, 2010
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Admission: Free
We’re celebrating spring with our first annual Ultimate Frisbee Spring Open pickup game. Bring a Frisbee if you have one and join us for a fun afternoon. We’ll also be introducing our new blend “Jersey Devil White,” which joins our wickedly delicious “Jersey Devil Red,” unveiled last month to rave reviews. We’re also bringing out our 2009 Dandelion wine, uniquely wonderful with dessert. Free wine tasting and winery tours. Bring a picnic to enjoy outdoors or in our new indoor seating area. No reservations necessary.
For directions, visit www.BellviewWinery.com or call 856-697-7172 daily, 11am to 5pm. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
CREAM RIDGE WINERY
Taste of Italy
April 17 & 18, 2010
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Free Admission
Join Cream Ridge Winery for our 22nd Anniversary Celebration with a day of wine tasting while listening to live Italian music. Tours given all day. Sample specialty Italian products from our gourmet shop. Wine Releases: Fredonia and Blueberry. For more info visit www.creamridgewinery.com, call 609-259-9797 or visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
FOUR SISTERS WINERY
Winemaker’s Barrel Tapping
April 17, 2010
2:00 pm (one tour only)
Admission: $10 per person. Reservations required- tickets available by calling 908-475-3671
Vineyard, Bottling and wine cellar tour with the winemaker. Cost includes a selection of cheeses and breads after the tour. Bring your questions and your taste buds. Learn what is happening in the vineyards at this time of year and enjoy sampling of juice and wine directly from the tanks. For more information, call 908-475-3671 or visit www.newjerseywines.com.
HAWK HAVEN VINEYARD AND WINERY
Wine + Book Club
April 13th, 2010
6:30 – 8:30pm
Admission: Free
The ladies discuss the month’s book selection and enjoy wine by the glass ($5-8) and a selection of gourmet Seaside Cheese ($7.) A great night out for the girls! We meet the first or second Tuesday of every month. For more information, visit www.newjerseywines.com.
Wine Pairing Dinner
April 16, 2010
7:00 pm
Reservations Required, $48
Hawk Haven hosts a wine pairing dinner, accompanied by live music, every Friday night. Each of the three petite entrée courses, prepared by a local area chef, is paired with a half glass of our wine. Learn about wine pairing, enjoy the live music and experience the local culinary talent. Live music by herbmoorejazz.com and Bill Catarini, guitar and vocals. Join us for dinner, reservations required 609-846-7347. For more information, call or email info@hawkhavenvineyard.com. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
Wine Bar
Every Friday Night
6:00 – 10:30 pm
Admission: Free
Sick of the bar scene? Come and enjoy a relaxing Friday evening at Hawk Haven. Live music, wine by the glass, Seaside cheese and a warm fire, need we say more? Music starts at 6:30 every Friday. For more information, visit www.newjerseywines.com.
Cape May Wine Trail
Visit all four Cape May County wineries, Hawk Haven, Turdo, Cape May and Natali on a self-guided wine tour. Transportation for groups of 6 or more can be arranged. Call for details, (609) 846-7347. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
HERITAGE VINEYARDS
Spring Wine and Cheese
April 24th & 25th, 2010
Noon – 5:00 pm
Admission: $10
Heritage Vineyards presents a spectacular display of wine and cheese! Imported cheeses will be paired with estate grown red and white wines. Special attention will be given to our newest wine releases: Jersey White, Sparkling Peach, Dry Rose’ and our newest 2008 vintage of red & white wines. Enjoy wine by the glass & LIVE music on our heated wine patio. Guided winery tours with barrel tasting will be available for an additional $5 per person. This will be an open house event, no reservations needed. For more information, visit www.heritagewinenj.com or www.newjerseywines.com.
HOPEWELL VALLEY VINEYARDS
Friday Night Happier Hours
April 9, 16, 23, 30, 2010
5:00 – 8:00 pm
No Admission
Live Music – Call the vineyard or check our website www.hopewellvalleyvineyards.com for the name of performers. Brick Oven Pizza & Wine by the glass or bottle available for purchase. For more information, visit www.newjerseywines.com.
Saturday Night Music Night
April 26, 2010
7:00 – 10:00 pm
Admission: $10
Wine by the glass or bottle available for purchase
Music provided by the popular jazz favorite – Dick Gratton
Brick Oven Pizza. For more information, visit www.newjerseywines.com.
LAURITA WINERY
Laurita Winery American Idol Auditions
April 8
6:30 pm
Admission: Free
The Open Auditions for Laurita’s American Idol welcome contestants and those who want to join in the fun as audience members. Auditions are open to anyone over 18 years of age. Any solo performer, either vocal or musical, is welcome to audition and may be accompanied by a single back up musician. During the open auditions, each contestant will perform one song. During the finals, the remaining competitors will be requested to deliver two songs.
The winner of Laurita’s American Idol will be the featured headliner at a major Laurita Winery entertainment event. He or she will also be awarded six tickets in a Deluxe Suite and a $100.00 food voucher for a Blue Claws game at FirstEnergy Park, as well as a one night stay for two at our Dancer Farm B&B. The second prize is six tickets in a Deluxe Suite for a Blue Claws game. The third prize is a Laurita Winery gift basket. This is your opportunity to showcase your talent. Bring all your friends and family to cheer you on. Let it rip!
The First, Second and Third Semi-Finals will be held on April 15, 22 and 29 with the Finals being conducted on Thursday, May 6 – all at 6:30. Come and join in the search for the newest talent in New Jersey and enjoy great wines and delicious food offerings. For more information, please visit www.lauritawinery.com or call 609.758.8000.
Laurita Italian Night
April 16, 2010
6:00 – 11:00 pm
More information to follow soon. For more information, please visit www.lauritawinery.com or call 609.758.8000.
April Country Night
April 17, 2010
7:00 – 11:00 pm
Admission: $5.00 per person (if pre-registered online, by phone OR in person at the winery by April 15. After April 15, and at the door, tickets are $7.00 per person. Ticket price is for admission to the event as a dance participant or as an observer.)
Join us for a night of your favorite country music, line dancing and three line lessons all presented by Laurita Winery and DJ Mark Country. Partners are not necessary. If you dance, want to learn to dance or just want to watch, it’s all about having fun! A “down home country cookin’” menu, as well as Laurita’s award winning wines, will be available for purchase in addition to the cost of the ticket. To purchase tickets online please visit www.lauritawinery.com or call 609.758.8000. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
NATALI VINEYARDS
Cape May County Zoo Fundraising Wine Festival
April 24th, 2010
Noon – 5:00 pm
Admission: Free
Come on out and enjoy a fun filled afternoon with great local vendors including cheese shops, bakeries and all kinds of wonderful wine novelty item vendors! This month’s featured fundraiser will be the Cape May County Zoo! The recent blizzard caused severe damage to the bald eagle habitat and we are hoping many folks will give a little if they can to help rebuild this beautiful creature’s habitat! Live entertainment by The Back Bay Duo and this months new wine releases include Shiraz ~ Meadows Edge ~ Cedar Hammock this months featured Sangria will be Peach Sangria! For more information call 609-465-0075 or visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
RENAULT WINERY RESORT & GOLF
Renault Culinary Classic II
April 23rd, 2010
6:30 pm
ADMISSION: $69.95 + Tax and Gratuity
Fire up your taste buds at our annual grilling event that also features a selection of Micro-brewery Beers and Gourmet Cheese Tasting. Held outside at the Wine Garden Cafe (weather permitting). Reservations are requested. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
SHARROTT WINERY
Essentially Wine Class
April 8 & 15, 2010
7:00 – 8:30 pm
We are repeating our popular introduction to wine class. This course is team taught by our Chief Wineaux and our resident certified sommelier. We will be teaching wine tasting, pairing wine with food and how to order wine without fear when out for dinner. Seats are limited and advance registration is required. Tuition for the course is $40 per person and must be paid for at registration. Call 609 567-9463 to register or for more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
Barrel Tasting for Club Members
April 10, 2010
5:30 – 7:30 pm
Come and enjoy our newest wines right from the barrel. Enjoy a wine maker guided tasting of our wines comparing our new vintage with one of our older bottled vintages. Get to taste wines the way the wine makers do. Complete with hors d’oeuvres. Open to our case club members only. It is easy to join, just purchase a full case from us and you are a member. Please RSVP to the winery at 609 567-9463. Reservations are required.
Tap a Tank Weekend
April 17 & 18, 2010
Noon – 5:00 pm
Tasting Fee: $5.00
Get to taste wine from the tank before it goes to the bottle. Our winemakers will provide tours and explanations of the wine making process. You will be invited to tour our production area and be given a sample right out of the stainless steel tanks by wine makers.
SWANSEA VINEYARDS
Festa Italiana
April 17 & 18, 2010
Noon to 5:00 PM
Admission: $10.00 (includes wine tasting and a souvenir wine glass)
We are celebrating the public release of our Cygneture Red 2007 by presenting a selection of hot and cold Italian foods served buffet-style in our cozy Hearth Room and accompanied by Italian music. We’ll offer delights such as cavatelli, goat cheese and roasted pepper ravioli, stuffed rolled eggplant, tortellini salad and assorted Italian desserts. The pasta sauces are made with our popular Cygneture Red and Chardonnay Reserve wines, and are prepared by Kim Kauffmann of Corsetti’s Pasta Products of Woodbury, NJ. For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.
VENTIMIGLIA VINEYARD
Ventimiglia “Distant Cousins’ Meet-up”
April 10, 2010
Noon – 5:00 pm
Admission: $ 5.00 includes wine tasting and complimentary wine glass
Come and meet folks from far and wide with the same last name as our name: Ventimiglia! (Most we’ve never met!) Some of the distant cousins will meet-up at the winery tasting room… some from as far away as Las Vegas Nevada! We’ll have lots of Italian appetizers and, of course, our delicious handcrafted, “aged-to-smoothness”, traditional European style wines. Welcome to join the fun, even if your name is not Ventimiglia! Salude! For more information, visit www.newjerseywines.com.
Celebrate Springtime in Sussex County
April 17 & 18, 2010
Noon – 5:00 pm
Admission: $ 5.00 includes wine tasting and “All you can eat” Pasta Primavera lunch.
Come and enjoy the “greening up” of beautiful Sussex County. Sample an array of our delicious wines while you enjoy our springtime favorite, Pasta Primavera for lunch (or early supper). Bring your walking shoes if you care to walk through the budding vineyards and/ or the wooded trails. Celebrate Springtime at the farm! For more information, visit: www.newjerseywines.com.