New Jersey Wineries Holiday Wine Trail Weekend: When Thanksgiving ends, the holiday season begins in New Jersey Wine Country when the Garden State Wine Growers Association hosts its annual Holiday Wine Trail Weekend. The 2019 Holiday Wine Trail Weekend runs Friday, November 29th through Sunday, December 1st at participating wineries throughout the state.
Enjoy wine tastings, new wine releases, special entertainment, and food pairings. Receive free ornaments and grapevine wreaths at stops along the way.
The 2019 Holiday Wine Trail Weekend is designed for you to visit multiple wineries in a day or weekend and enjoy the spirit of the holiday season. Stock up on New Jersey wine for your holiday table and for your gift list. Join the 2019 Garden State Wine Growers Association Wine Trail Weekend and receive a wreath and ornament at the first winery you visit. Then collect an ornament at each winery you visit afterwards. Wreaths and ornaments are available on a limited basis while supplies last.
The majority of licensed wineries in New Jersey will be open during the 2019 Holiday Wine Trail Weekend. Check the individual winery websites and Facebook pages for hours and offerings.
Here’s some examples of 2019 Holiday Wine Trail Weekend happenings:
Atlantic County & Camden County
Amalthea Cellars, Atco – Open for tastings 11:00 am – 5:00 pm all three days of the Wine Trail Weekend.
Balic Winery, Mays Landing – Holiday Gala November 29th, 30th, and December 1st. Susan Salmon performs with her Violin and Mandolin on November 29th and 30th and Doug Jennings performs on December 1st. Be sure to enter the winery’s raffle for a chance to win an incredible gift basket (You must be 21 or older to enter drawing).
Bellview Winery, Landisville – In addition to free wreaths and ornaments, you’ll find unique gifts, beautiful gift baskets, wine themed holiday items and the return of the popular “Spiceberry,” a sweetened cranberry wine spiced with cinnamon, orange peel and a hint of clove. Acoustic musicians will be performing each day and a local food truck will be on-site. Wine tastings will also be offered.
DiMatteo Vineyards, Hammonton – On Friday, enjoy Christmas Carolers from 1:00 pm-3:00 pm. Santa will be at the winery on Saturday and guitarist Matt DiVenti will be performing Sunday from 2:00 pm-4:30 pm. Wreaths will also be given out.
Plagido’s Winery, Hammonton – The winery will be open from 11:00 am – 5:00 pm all three days. Enjoy wine tastings or a wine and chocolate truffle flight.
Sharrott Winery, Hammonton – Enjoy live music all three days and receive a grapevine wreath while supplies last.
Tomasello Winery, Hammonton – Enjoy complimentary cookies while sampling some of Tomasello’s finest wine selections. Receive limited edition Tomasello ornaments throughout the weekend, while supplies last and be sure to stock up on all of your holiday party necessities. Wine purchases of 12 bottles or more will receive a special discount.
White Horse Winery, Hammonton – The winery will be offering special Wine Trail Weekend tastings, live music all weekend, and delicious food truck fare. The first 50 guests each day will receive a special 2019 White Horse Winery ornament.
Gloucester County
Autumn Lake Winery, Williamstown – Once Thanksgiving is over, Autumn Lake will begin the holiday season with wine tastings and live music on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. They will also be handing out grapevine wreaths and ornaments.
Blue Cork Winery, Williamstown – Blue Cork is offering wine sale specials all weekend with a food truck and music event on Friday and live music on Saturday.
Cedarvale Winery, Logan Township – Cedarvale’s tasting room will be open Friday 12:00 pm-7:00 pm, Saturday 11:00 am-7:00 pm and Sunday 11:00 am-5:00 pm. The winery will be giving out Cedarvale ornaments.
Coda Rossa Winery, Franklinville –Visit Coda Rossa Winery during the GWSGA Holiday Wine Trail Weekend and enjoy special offers. The winery will be giving out wreaths and will be open 11:00 am – 6:00 pm all three days.
DiBella Winery, Sewell – DiBella will be open Friday 3:00 pm-8:00 pm, Saturday 12:00 pm-5:00 pm and Sunday 12:00 pm-5:00 pm. Enjoy tastings, mulled wine and complimentary ornaments and wreaths while supplies last. Outside food and snacks are welcome.
Summit City Farms, Glassboro – Summit City Farms will be offering free ornaments.
William Heritage Winery, Mullica Hill – The winery will hold their biggest sale of the year on Black Friday. The winery will be handing out homemade ornaments while supplies last.
Cumberland County
Cedar Rose Vineyards, Millville – Cedar Rose will offer live music on Saturday and Sunday, mulled wine and apple cider drink specials, and will be handing out wreaths.
Cape May County
Cape May Winery – Cape May Winery will be giving out a limited supply of holiday wreaths and Cape May Winery ornaments. Weekend schedule is as follows:
Friday: Tastings from 12:00 pm-5:00 pm, music 1:00 pm-4:00 pm, 21 and over happy hour Friday from 5:00 pm-8:00 pm with live music from 5:00 pm-8:00 pm. Tapas kitchen open from 12:00 pm-7:30 pm and Tap Room open from 12:00 pm-8:00 pm with happy hour specials from 5:00 pm-8:00 pm. Tap Room will be open from 12:00 pm-8:00 pm with flights, glasses or carafes of wine.
Saturday: Tastings from 12:00 pm-6:00 pm, tapas kitchen 12:00 pm-5:30 pm, Tap Room 12:00 pm-6:00 pm, live music 2:00 pm-5:00 pm.
Sunday: Tastings from 12:00 pm-6:00 pm, tapas kitchen open 12:00 pm-5:30 pm, and Tap Room open 12:00 pm-6:00 pm.
Hawk Haven Vineyard & Winery, Cape May – Hawk Haven wines are sure to warm your winter and provide the perfect gift for a holiday party. During your visit, relax by a cozy fireplace, peruse a selection of wine related gifts and local artisan gifts, and stock up on your favorite wines. Live music Saturday, November 30th.
Jessie Creek Winery, Cape May Courthouse – The winery will be offering special discounts, drink specials, live music, food trucks, and more. The first 50 guests each day will receive a 2019 handmade Jessie Creek cork ornament and grapevine wreaths will be given out while supplies last.
Natali Vineyards, Cape May Courthouse – Sample award winning wines while browsing in the gift shop. Free grapevine wreath and ornament will be given away while supplies last. Complimentary gourmet chocolates and gourmet cheese and crackers will be available Friday through Sunday.
Willow Creek Farm & Winery, West Cape May – Get a holiday wreath and enjoy the Harvest Festival Holiday Shopping preview.
Salem County
Auburn Road Vineyard & Winery, Pilesgrove – On Black Friday enjoy Ravello Woodfire Pizza from 5:00 pm-9:00 pm. A special Homecoming Show by The Brian LaPann Trio will take place on Saturday from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
Chestnut Run Farms, Pilesgrove – The wine shop will be open on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, November 29th-December 1st from noon to 5:00 pm. Free tastings will be offered.
Monroeville Vineyard & Winery, Monroeville – The winery will be giving out holiday ornaments.
Salem Oak Vineyards, Pedricktown – Salem Oak will be open Friday and Saturday from 12:00 pm-9:00 pm and Sunday from 12:00 pm-6:00 pm for tastings. Enjoy live music on Friday and Saturday at 6:30 pm.
Monmouth & Ocean County
4 JGs Winery, Colts Neck – Enjoy holiday shopping and sipping. 4JGs Holiday Wine Weekend is an annual celebration of good wine shared with family and friends. Enjoy award-winning wines and holiday snacks. Open Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 12;00 pm to 5:00 pm.
Fox Hollow Vineyards, Holmdel – Live Music Friday at 6:00 pm features Spoondrift. Open for tastings all weekend.
Laurita Winery, New Egypt – Open Friday and Saturday 12:00 pm-9:00 pm, Sunday 12:00 pm-6:00 pm. Enjoy the crackling fire, wine tastings, holiday deals, and more.
Mercer County
Hopewell Valley Vineyards, Pennington – Wine tastings, wreath and ornament giveaways (while supplies last), 15% off case purchases in store only, and 20% off giftware purchases (excluding gift baskets).
Terhune Orchards, Princeton – Enjoy award-winning wines and warm up with a cup of hot mulled wine in the tasting room. Sample delicious gift basket “ingredients,” homemade baked goods, apple butter, and more. On Sunday, enjoy live music from 1:00 pm-4:00 pm. Terhune Orchards has special apple seed ornaments for your collection. Enjoy fun for the whole family with a stroll around the farm and a visit to see their barnyard of animals. While there, get a jump start on your holiday shopping. Pick out the perfect Christmas tree and wreath, and choose from a unique selection of gift baskets overflowing with Terhune Orchards’ own fruit, baked goods, and wine.
Working Dog Winery, East Windsor – Celebrate the beginning of the holiday season with award-winning, estate-bottled wine tasting and a warm atmosphere. Relax and listen to Kevin McGowan on Friday, Spoondrift on Saturday, and Nick Moccia on Sunday. Remember to peruse the vast array of holiday baskets which can satisfy many of your gift giving needs. Grapevine wreaths will also be given away.
Hunterdon County
Beneduce Vineyards, Pittstown – Receive a wreath while supplies last and enjoy live music.
Old York Cellars, Ringoes – Reserved tastings and artisan charcuterie and wine pairing Saturday and Sunday at 1:00 pm and 3:00 pm. Enjoy an intimate setting of Old York’s Vintner’s Tank Room for a seated sampling of artisan cheeses, meats and handcrafted chocolates from Laurie’s Chocolates, paired with a flight of their award winning wines. Seating is limited to a small group of guests so reserve early to ensure your spot.
Unionville Vineyards, Ringoes – Unionville will be giving out wreaths and ornaments.
Warren County
Brook Hollow Winery, Columbia – Holiday Vendor, Food, and Wine Event Saturday, November 30th and Sunday December 1st. Vendors, wine tastings, holiday shopping, food and live music from Rich Ortiz. Get your holiday shopping done in one place, and don’t forget the wine!
Four Sisters Winery, Belvidere – Start your Christmas tradition by visiting three of Warren County’s most unique, family-owned farms all within 4 minutes. Wyckoff’s Christmas Tree Farm, Mackey’s Orchard and Four Sisters Winery invite your family to enjoy a fun-filled day of Christmas trees, baked goods, wine tasting and much more. Collect a sticker from each farm and receive a free gift. On your third and last stop, your name will be entered into a drawing to win a $200 gift certificate. The winery will be open 10:00am – 6:00 pm.
On the Holiday Wine Trail, Vineyard View Bistro will be open 11:00 am-5:00 pm. Join Four Sisters Winery in their heated tents for complimentary wine tasting. The winery also offers gift baskets, custom wine labels, and wine related gifts.
Villa Milagro Vineyards, Phillipsburg- Experience an early California Christmas at Villa Milagro’s villa. Luminarios will light their cantina where they will serve tiny bites (bocadillos), buñuelos and other Mexican treats along with their holiday wines. Bring your wreath for a special ornament. Tastings include a gift glass.
Burlington County
Iron Plow Vineyards, Columbus – Iron Plow will be open all three days and will feature live entertainment.
Valenzano Winery, Shamong – Don’t miss the biggest sale of the year and your opportunity to stock up on Valenzano wines for the holiday season. Discounts offered from 10-30%. Valenzano will be open all three days and admission at the door includes wine tasting, barrel and vintages tasting, live music, special case offers unique to the weekend, access to artisan crafters and seating in the ballroom, barrel room and enclosed courtyard to enjoy a delectable ala carte menu offered by the staff of Summit Catering.
Sussex County
Ventimiglia Vineyards, Wantage – Open for tastings 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm on Saturday and Sunday.
Visit newjerseywines.com for more information.
