Day Trips to the Scenic Vineyards of Litchfield County

August 22, 2024

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What better way to enjoy a weekend getaway than with scenic views, good company, and a glass of wine in hand. We invite you to take a look at the fabulous local vineyards and distilleries that we are lucky to have here in Litchfield County and view upcoming events happening this fall. We hope you get a chance to try a glass of merlot, rose, or chardonnay – and enjoy a scenic day trip to Washington and beyond!

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Hopkins Vineyard

Hopkins Vineyard produces award-winning whites, reds, and sparkling wines and grows 11 varieties of grapes in a spectacular setting overlooking Lake Waramaug. Visit Hopkins Vineyard to enjoy wine flights, small bites, live music, and beautiful views. Cheese platters, various snacks, and charcuterie options are available for purchase. Live music is held on Saturdays from 3-6pm and Sundays from 2-5 pm. View upcoming events at Hopkins Vineyard

Hopkins Vineyard
25 Hopkins Road, New Preston, CT 06777
Follow them at @hopkinsvineyard

@springhillvineyards

Spring Hill Vineyards

Enjoy house wines for sale by the glass or bottle and a selection of snacks in Spring Hill Vineyards’ unique setting with site-specific artworks including the immersive Bee Brook Grotto nested at the top of the repurposed Spring Hill Silo. Wine tastings take place on Saturdays and Sundays from 12pm-6pm!

Spring Hill Vineyards
292 Bee Brook Rd, New Preston, CT 06777
Follow them at @springhillvineyards

@whitesilowinery

White Silo Farm & Winery

White Silo Farm & Winery is a family operated boutique winery. The vineyard is open for wine tastings from April – December. Visit the fermentation, bottling, and corking rooms. Walk the fields or relax in one of our outdoor gardens. Offerings include wine flights and wine tastings, cheese platters with homemade membrillo and mustard, gourmet picnic lunch boxes, and more. View upcoming events at White Silo Farm & Winery

White Silo Farm & Winery
32 Rt. 37 East, Sherman, CT 06784
Follow them at @whitesilowinery

@sunsetmeadowvineyards

Sunset Meadow Vineyards

Sunset Meadow Vineyards is a family-owned and operated winery and vineyard located on 160 acres in the Litchfield Hills. The Tasting Room is open year-round for guests to come and enjoy the vineyard’s 21 varieties of wine. Sunset Meadow Vineyards also carries a variety of cheeses and chocolates from local artisans to pair with a glass or bottle of your favorite Sunset Meadow wine. View upcoming events at Sunset Meadow Vineyards

Sunset Meadow Vineyards
599 Old Middle Street, Goshen, CT 06756
Follow them at @sunsetmeadowvineyards

@hawkridgewinery

Hawk Ridge Winery

Hawk Ridge Winery, part of Hidden Breeze Farm, is located in Watertown, Connecticut, a peaceful farm setting, in which to enjoy friends, family, and fantastic wine. The winery offers a spacious tasting room and outdoor seating along with a delicious food menu to pair with your glass or bottle of wine. The winery is open 7 days a week and hosts live music and other events throughout the year. View upcoming events at Hawk Ridge Winery

Hawk Ridge Winery
28 Plungis Road, Watertown, CT 06795
Follow them at @hawkridgewinery

@walkerroadvineyards

Walker Road Vineyards

Walker Road Vineyards is a small, family-owned farm winery located in beautiful and historic Woodbury – the antiques capital of Connecticut. The vineyard offers a variety of blended wines by the glass and tasting flights in addition to bottles along with local cheese offerings. Visit their tasting room in the renovated 150 year old barn, open every Saturday and Sunday from 12pm to 5pm. Walker Road Vineyards hosts Yoga in the Vineyard and live music on weekends. View upcoming events at Walker Road Vineyards

Walker Road Vineyards
17 Walker Road, Woodbury, CT 06798
Follow them at @walkerroadvineyards

@bethlehemvineyard

Bethlehem Vineyard

Bethlehem Vineyard is proud to be the first small farm winery in Bethlehem. In addition to growing their own grapes, Cayuga, St Croix, Traminette, Arandell and Muscat, Bethlehem Vineyard sources apple cider from a Bethlehem orchard. Wine is available by glass or bottle at the vineyard. Guests are welcome to bring their own lawn chairs and blankets to picnic on grounds and enjoy a unique and relaxing experience. The vineyard hosts paint & sip events and movie nights throughout the summer! View upcoming events at Bethlehem Vineyard

Bethlehem Vineyard
46 Town Line Road, Bethlehem, CT 06751
Follow them at @bethlehemvineyard

@litchfielddistillery

Litchfield Distillery

Nestled in the hills of northwest Connecticut, Litchfield Distillery proudly offers a diverse portfolio of premium spirits including a variety of whiskey, bourbon, gin, agave spirits, vodka, and more. Litchfield Distillery is pleased to offer visitors complimentary tours of their facility and sample tastings of their award-winning spirits. Learn more about tours at Litchfield Distillery

Litchfield Distillery
569 Bantam Road, Litchfield, CT 06759
Follow them at @litchfielddistillery

@kentfallsbrewing

Kent Falls Brewing Co.

Kent Falls Brewing Co. is the first farm brewery in Connecticut. The brewery sits on and is a part of Camps Road Farm, land has been in continuous agricultural use for over 250 years. The brewery offers a tasting room with a variety of specialty beers and ales, open on Thursdays and Fridays from 2pm-7pm and Saturdays and Sundays from 12pm-5pm. Learn more about Kent Falls Brewing Co.

Kent Falls Brewing Co.
33 Camps Road in Kent, CT 06757
Follow them at @kentfallsbrewing

@mine_hill_distillery

Mine Hill Distillery

Mine Hill Distillery is a 19th century landmark destination in Litchfield Hills. Mine Hill Distillery takes pride in sourcing their grains locally and using their own spring water to create spirits with a sense of place and Still Made in Connecticut™. Mine Hill Distillery has four historic buildings set along the Shepaug River on their grounds along with a dramatic waterfall, level lawns, and a large fire pit. Mine Hill Distillery is open daily from noon to 4pm. Learn more about their offerings

Mine Hill Distillery
5 Mine Hill Rd Roxbury, CT
Follow them at @mine_hill_distillery

Connecticut Wine Country Passport

Find more vineyards in the area by downloading the Connecticut Wine Country Passport App! Learn more

And explore more with the CT Wine Trail at: ctwine.com/wineries

We hope you enjoy exploring the beautiful vineyards and wineries of Litchfield County!

Be sure to bring your designated driver. And tag us in your next day trip adventure at @explorewashingtonct!