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JONES WINERY

The Jones Winery continues a 150 year-old family tradition of agricultural excellence. From the Jones Family Farms’ vineyard andfamous berry harvests, sixth generation farmer and winemakerJamie Jones creates a wonderful selection of distinctive grape winesand specialty fruit wines. Our handcrafted wines include Pinot Gris,Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Vidal Blanc. We also feature an award-winning line of dessert wines created from Connecticut fruitand berries. The winery’s tasting room, located in our historicfarmyard, is at the center of a beautiful 400-acre farm.

Jones Winery606 Walnut Tree Hill RoadShelton, CT 06484203.929.8425www.jonesfamilyfarms.comjoneswinery@jonesfamilyfarms.com

Hours: The tasting room is open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 11 AM to 5 PM from May through December. (Please note, fromThanksgiving weekend through Christmas Eve, we are open seven days a week for wine sales and offer tastings on weekdays.)

Directions:From New York and Fairfield County: Travel North on Merritt Parkwayor I-95 and exit onto Rt. 25 North. Turn right onto Rt. 111, go 3miles and then right onto Rt. 110. Travel 2 miles and turn right ontoWalnut Tree Hill Road.

From Hartford and New Haven areas: Travel on Merritt ParkwaySouth to Rt. 34 West. Go 3.5 miles on Rt. 34 into Derby and turn left onto Bridge Street. Turn right onto Rt. 110. After 5 miles, turn left onto Walnut Tree Hill Road. Detailed directions are on the website.

Jones Family FarmsWhen visiting the Jones Winery, guests can also harvest seasonal crops at the Jones Family Farms – the finest strawberries (June), blueberries(July & August), pumpkins (October) and Christmas trees (December).www.JonesFamilyFarms.com

Our Farm NeighborsWinery visitors can support local farms and enjoy Beardsley’s Cider Mill and Orchard (www.BeardsleysCiderMill.com) and Stone Gardens Vegetable Farm (www.StoneGardensFarm.com).

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McLAUGHLIN VINEYARDS

McLaughlin Vineyards is a family-owned and operated vineyard andwinery located on 160 acres along the Housatonic River. Minutes fromthe quaint village of Sandy Hook, the grounds at McLaughlin are full ofbucolic charm. Flower gardens surround the winery and tasting room, a converted 19th century barn. In all directions are forested hills full ofmajestic maple trees. The winery is open year round for wine tasting, toursand seminars. Guests are invited to spend the day exploring the manyhiking trails, picnic on the lawns, or just unwind with a glass of wine onthe garden terrace.McLaughlin Vineyards is committed to producing wines that reflect theterrior of the Northeast, and thus use only grapes from this region. Ourwhites, made from vinifera and hybrid varietals, are crisp, clean and wellbalanced. Our reds, made from Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Norton andLeon Millot, are barrel-aged and dry.Besides wine, McLaughlin Vineyards offers a host of other activities opento the public: bald eagle watching and cross-country skiing in the winter;maple syrup production in the spring; cooking classes, wine educationseminars, and weekend music during the summer; and grape harvesting,foliage hikes, a pumpkin patch, and hayrides in the autumn.

McLaughlin VineyardsAlbert’s Hill Road, Sandy Hook, CT 06482Phone: 203.426.1533Website: www.mclaughlinvineyards.com

Hours: November–May, Wed.–Sun. 11 AM –5 PM. From June–October, Daily 11AM –5 PM. Closed Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas,and New Years.Directions: I-84 West: Exit 10. Left at the end of the ramp into SandyHook Center. See directions below from Sandy Hook Center.I-84 East: Exit 10. Right at the end of the ramp. Into Sandy HookCenter. See directions below from Sandy Hook Center.Route 25: North to Flagpole in Newtown and take a right onto ChurchHill Rd. Follow for 2 miles to Sandy Hook Center. See directions below.From Sandy Hook Center: Take a left at the light onto Glen Road.Follow 1.5 miles and take a left onto Walnut Tree Hill Road. Follow for 1.5 miles to Albert’s Hill Road. Take a right and our entrance is 100yards on the right

The Inn at Newtown - A classic New England Inn on Newtown’s his-toric Main Street featuring a restaurant with lunch, dinner and Sundaybrunch, private banquet facilities and overnight accommodations.19 Main Street, Newtown, CT 06470 • 203.270.1876www.theinnatnewtown.comSal e Pepe Restaurant and Bar - A polished, casual restaurant special-izing in Artisan homemade pastas and raviolis. 97 South Main Street, Newtown, CT 06470 • 203.426.0805www.restaurantsalepepe.com

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DiGRAZIA VINEYARDS

DiGrazia Vineyards was founded in 1978 and is dedicated toproducing premium wines of quality and unique variety. Over 15wines are offered, ranging from dry to sweet, using estate growngrapes, local fruit and honey.

Our two vineyard sites are established on high sloping hills to maxi-mize growing potential and grapes grown lead to crisp, flavorfulwines. Nine varieties of premium hybrid and native American winegrapes are planted.

Dr. DiGrazia, founder and winemaker, is widely known for hisclean, crisp style of winemaking and his innovative flair. He hasbeen intensely involved in the production of high antioxidant wines.

A wide range of table and dessert wines are offered at DiGraziaVineyards including whites, blushes, reds, nouveau, spiced pump-kin, red and white port and other unique wines. They are also avail-able in Connecticut package stores and by mail.

Visitors can enjoy a guided winery tour and wine tasting, countrygift shop and picnic area on our arbor patio.

DiGrazia Vineyards131 Tower RoadBrookfield, CT 06804Phone: 203.775.1616E-Mail: wine@prodigy.netWebsite: www.digrazia.com

Hours: The Tasting Room is open 11 AM - 5 PM, from Januarythrough April, on Saturdays and Sundays, and from May throughDecember, seven days a week.

Directions: Take exit 9 off I-84, follow Rte. 25 north for 3 miles,take right turn onto Rte. 133 East, go 0.7 mile. Right turn ontoTower Rd. Winery is first drive on left.

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WHITE SILO WINERY

White Silo Winery is a small specialty winery nested in the LitchfieldHills, located in the rural town of Sherman – minutes from Danbury. The Winery is housed in the 19th century dairy barn. Although con-verted into a modern winery, the original charm of the barn has beenpreserved. Our award winning fruit wines are produced from hand-picked freshfruit grown in our orchard. We make semi-sweet and dry wines –Raspberry, Blackberry, Rhubarb, and Black Currant. Visitors can relaxat the wine bar or sit outdoors on the garden terrace overlooking ourfarm and sip a winery specialty “Blackberry Sangria”. The Gallery, in thebarn, showcases artwork of local artists and artisans. We have an openingreception for art exhibits every fourth week. More information can befound on our website.

White Silo Winery32 Route 37 EastSherman, CT 06784Phone: 860.355.0271Website: www.whitesilowinery.com

Hours: The Tasting Room is open, from April through December, onFridays, Saturdays and Sundays and major holidays, from 11 AM to 6 PM.

Directions:From Rte 84 traveling west, take exit 9 Brookfield Rte 25. Take Rte25 towards Brookfield to Rte 7. Make right on Rte 7 to Rte 37. Leftturn onto Rte 37 to winery (about 2 mi). From Rte 84 traveling east,take exit 7 Danbury. Right on Rte 7 to Rte 37. Left onto Rte 37 towinery. From NYC take Rte 684 to Rte 22 North towards Pawling (6mi. to Putnam diner). Make a right on Haviland Hollow Rd. to stopsign. Left onto Rte 37 to winery (8 mi.).

House on the Hill Bed & Breakfast 92 Woodlawn TerraceWaterbury, CT 06710-1929203.757.9901www.houseonthehillbedandbreakfast.comLocated on the eastern edge of the Western CT Highlands viticulturedistrict, conveniently between the two wine districts at the intersectionof Interstate 94 and CT Route 8. Listed on the National Register ofHistoric Places, the three diamond Victorian features four charmingsuites and extensive gardens. Renowned CT Fresh and Local Food,WiFi, Pets Welcome.

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HOPKINS VINEYARD

High above the shores of beautiful Lake Waramaug in the LitchfieldHills of the Western Connecticut Highlands, Hopkins Vineyard is pro-ducing award-winning wines on their Connecticut Century Farm. Theunique location of Hopkins Vineyard makes it the only vineyard inConnecticut with a micro-climate influenced by an inland lake; thisallows an extended growing season and allows successful growing ofgrape varieties which ordinarily would not thrive in our northeasternclimate. Classic grape varieties are grown on 30 acres adjacent to thewinery. This family owned farm since 1787 welcomes visitors and hosts special events on third weekend in May and September.

Hopkins Vineyard25 Hopkins Road, Warren CT 06777Phone: 860.868.7954Website: www.hopkinsvineyard.comHours: May-Dec open every day, Jan-Feb open Fri-Sun, March-Aprilopen Wed-Sun. Hours 10 AM -5 PM.Directions: Wine Trail Signs at intersections of Rte 202 & 45, Rte 45& 341, Rte 45 & Flirtation Ave. Hopkins Inn on Lake Waramaug A 19th century country inn offeringlodging year round and dining April-January. Fine European cuisine isserved on a shaded terrace and in several charming dining rooms.22 Hopkins Road, New Preston CT 06777860.868.7295www.thehopkinsinn.com The Sachem Farmhouse Bed & Breakfast Overlooking beautiful LakeWaramaug, our newly restored 1870 farmhouse offers an ideal loca-tion for a relaxing getaway. Our four guest rooms are elegantly deco-rated with fine antiques, comfortable reading chairs, and luxurious beds. A delicious farmhouse breakfast is served daily. Picnic lunches available upon request. 15 Hopkins Road, Warren, CT 06777860.868.0359www.thesachemfarmhouse.com

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HAIGHT-BROWN VINEYARD

Three decades ago, Haight Vineyard planted on the slopes of the Litchfield Hills the first Chardonnay and Riesling vines inConnecticut. In 1978, after the State Legislature passed the FarmWinery Act, Haight Vineyard became the first established winery inConnecticut.

Following the first “crush”, Haight Vineyard earned Connecticut’sfirst gold and silver medals for their Riesling and Chardonnay winesat the critical Eastern Wine Competition.

Purchased by the Browns in early 2007, the vineyard and wineryhave undergone many restorations. The winery features hardwoodfloors, back to back fireplaces, a custom wine bar, and veranda seating overlooking one of their beautiful vineyards.

Haight-Brown Vineyard also offers many unique events through-out the year, including The Taste of Litchfield Hills, AnnualHarvest Festival and The Haight-Brown Vineyard Express. TheVineyard Express runs on a variable schedule through spring andfall. Take a scenic train ride through the New England countrysideto the vineyard to feast on exquisite food and fine wines. Foliagetrips scheduled for the first weekend of October and November.

The Haight-Brown Vineyard offers daily tastings, scheduled tours,private events and weekly public events; check the calendar on ourwebsite for the event schedule.

Haight-Brown Vineyard29 Chestnut Hill RdLitchfield, CT 06759Phone: 860.567.4045Private Event Information: 860.307.5426Fax: 845.818.3770Website: www.haightvineyards.comEmail: haightvineyard@aol.com

Hours: The Tasting Room is open year-round (hours vary accord-ing to season). May – September, Monday – Saturday, 10:30 AM – 5 PM (might be open as late as 8 PM on Fridays and Saturdays – call ahead), Sundays 12 PM – 5 PM.

Directions: Route 84 to Route 8 North. Exit 42 (Route 118) and follow Route 118 approx 4 miles to vineyard signs on Left. For moredetailed directions, visit our website.

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SUNSET MEADOW VINEYARDS

Family owned and operated, Sunset Meadow Vineyards is located atopthe Litchfield Hills, overlooking the picturesque sunsets and extrava-gant scenery of the beautiful Western Connecticut Highlands.

The vineyards are spread over 40 acres of sloping, westerly exposedfields, creating an ideal setting for prime sun exposure and constant airflow necessary for vine health.

At Sunset Meadow Vineyards we pride ourselves on maintaining andoperating the vineyards with tremendous precision, and always withrespect for the environment and natural resources. Using sustainablefarming methods our vines are hand pruned and hand harvested.

Guests can unwind in our tasting room or on the porch with a glass ofour exquisite award-winning wines while taking in the breathtakingviews of Mohawk Mountain and Mt. Tom. Wines offered include ourMerlot, Twisted Red, Cayuga White, Sunset Blush, Blustry Blend, St.Croix and Vidal Blanc.

Sunset Meadow Vineyards599 Old Middle Street, Route 63Goshen, CT 06756Phone: 860.201.4654Fax: 860.201.5097Website: www.sunsetmeadowvineyards.comEmail: sunsetmeadowvineyards@yahoo.com

Hours: The Tasting Room is open, from April through December, onFridays, Saturdays and Sundays and select holidays, from 11 AM - 5PM. Private group tastings and parties are available by appointment.Tours of the vineyard and production room are also available.Directions: From Points South: Rt. 8 North to Exit 42 (Rt. 118). Left off exit.Follow signs to 118 West towards Litchfield Center. Right onto Rt. 63North to Goshen town line sign. From Points West: Rt. 202 East to Rt. 63 North (See Above)From Points East: Rt. 4 West to Rt. 63 South (Left at Rotary). 2.5Miles South (Last Property on left in Goshen)From Points North: Rt. 7 South to 63 South (See Above)

Hiltz & Bowling Real Estate61 Sharon Turnpike, Goshen, CT 06756 www.hiltzbowling.com Goshen: 860.491.3400; Litchfield: 860.567.5444 Experience the Hiltz & Bowling difference. Extraordinary personal-ized service like no other brokerage in Litchfield County. Specializingin lake and country properties.

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MIRANDA VINEYARD

Miranda Vineyard is Goshen’s first vineyard and is ideally located in therolling Litchfield Hills near scenic two-lane highways, covered bridges,antique shops and historic inns. Miranda Vineyard was planted in 2001and first opened to the public May of 2007. Its bright and airy tastingroom and large exterior deck make an excellent place to sit, relax, have a glass of wine and enjoy the company of good friends. The Vineyard istwo hours from New York City and only an hour from the Hartford area.A visit to the area with its famous autumn foliage, historic sights andmany wineries makes a great day trip or romantic weekend getaway.

Vintner, Manny Miranda, has taken Old World techniques passed downthrough his family for generations and perfected them by applying thelatest modern technological advances. The results are hand-crafted, small batch wines for the discerning connoisseur.

Presently, Miranda Vineyard is showcasing 6 special wines: SeyvalBlanc, Rosé, Chardonnay, Merlot and two recent medal winners:Woodridge Red and Woodridge White. Wine is available by the glassor bottle, and picnics are always welcome. Cases are 10% off and canbe bought mixed.

Miranda Vineyard42 Ives Road, Goshen, CT 06756 Phone: 860.491.9906Website: www.mirandavineyard.com

Hours: The Tasting Room is open April through December, Friday andSaturday from 12 PM -7 PM and Sunday from 12 noon -5 PM, as wellas select holidays and by special appointment. The Winery is also availablefor private parties. This past year Miranda Vineyard hosted several verypopular events, including a harvest festival. Visit the website for news.

Directions: From Route 8 take exit 44. Follow signs for Route 4 Wto Goshen. Turn left onto Beach Street, and right onto Ives Road.From Litchfield, follow Route 63 North. Turn left onto BrooksStreet, right onto Beach Street and straight onto Ives Road. From202, take Milton Road at the light by Stop & Shop, 1/4 mile bear rightonto Beach Street. Stay straight onto Ives Road.

Mary Stuart House Bed & Breakfast160 Sharon Turnpike (Rt. 4), Goshen, CT 06756860.491.2260 www.marystuarthouse.com 1798 Historic Country House, located in the heart of the LitchfieldHills. Just a short drive from the heart of historic downtown Litchfield, Goshen Fairgrounds & Mohawk Mountain.

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Nationally recognized as a bicentennial farm, The Land of Nod Winery,situated in the most northwest corner of Connecticut, has been serv-ing the local community for nine generations. Located on 200 acres of rolling farmland, we planted our first vines in 1994 and opened as aproduction winery in 1998.

The Land of Nod Winery offers both grape and fruit wines of differentvarieties including Bianca, Pinot Noir, Corot Noir and we are alwaysexpanding our offerings with new varieties. The fruit wines that we offer are a raspberry and a raspberry/blueberry blend. At the end ofFebruary through early April we offer tours of our sugarhouse maplesyrup production. We encourage calling ahead to confirm these activi-ties, and times. Local attractions include the Beckley Furnace and theBlackberry River, which is a heavily stocked trout stream.

Land of Nod Winery99 Lower Road, East Canaan, CT 06024Phone: 860.824-5225, Fax: 860.824.7340Website: www.landofnodwinery.com

Hours: We are open Fridays- Sunday 11 AM - 5 PM as well as mostholidays, and during the week by appointment.

Directions:From Hartford: Route 44 west to East Canaan. Make a left ontoLower Road (1/4 mile) past the East Canaan Post Office. Travel approxi-mately 1 mile down Lower Road and we are located on the right.

From Points South: Route 7 north to the town of Canaan. Make a left onto Lower Road and travel approximately 2 miles and we are located on the left.

Interlaken InnResort style inn with upscale lodging, spa, two lakes, golf, tennis, pooland organic New American dining.74 Interlaken Road, Lakeville, CT 06039, 1.800.222.2909www.interlakeninn.com, info@interlakeninn.com

Freunds Farm Market

Complete catering service, floral design for weddings, bakery fresh piesand cookies, country store & gifts. Greenhouse & garden center, cut flow-ers, seasonal fruits & vegetables, local eggs, honey & maple syrup.

Open daily 9AM -6 PM from March through December324 Rte. 44 East Canaan, CT 06024, 860.824.0650www.freundsfarmmarket.com

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JERRAM WINERY

A small vineyard planted in 1982, a conversion of an old horse barnand an impossible dream led to the opening of the winery in 1999.Located in the historic Town Hill section of New Hartford at an eleva-tion of 1000', the vineyards enjoy a longer growing season that enables the vines to produce well-matured grapes and wines of com-plexity and enjoyment.

The winery is situated among vineyards and gardens with patios anddecks for guests to relax and enjoy a glass of wine with a picnic lunch.Tastings and tours are available. Wine making questions are welcome.We currently make eleven wines both white and red ranging from verydry to sweet; pure varietals and a variety of blends. We also offer privatetours and tastings to groups of ten or more by appointment. TheGallery Tasting Room features the art of Connecticut artists. AnnualBarrel Tasting is in June and Harvest Fest is in October.

Jerram Winery535 Town Hill Road (RTE 219), New Hartford, CT 06057Phone: 860.379.8749Website: www.jerramwinery.com

Hours: From May through December 31, the Tasting Room is openThursday to Sunday, from 11 AM to 5 PM. January and April onSaturday and Sunday noon to 4 PM. In February and March byappointment.Directions: Rte 8 N: From Waterbury, to exit 44. Turn on to Rte 202 Eto Rte 219 approx. 5.5 miles. Go left on 219 (Wine Trail Sign). JW is 2miles on left. Rte 44 E: From NW CT, to Rt. 219. Go right on Rte 219 (Wine TrailSign). JW is 2.7 miles on right. Rte 44 W: From Hartford to Rte 44W to Rte 219. Go left on 219(Wine Trail Sign). Winery is 2 miles on right.I-91: From Mass., to Bradley Airport exit. Take Rte 20 to Rte 219 to JW.I-84: From NYC, to Waterbury. See above directions.

Chatterley’s RestaurantTwo Bridge St., New Hartford, 860.379.2428Have lunch or dinner in a unique Victorian setting.

Ski Sundown126 Ratlum Rd., off Rtes 44 & 219, New Hartford, 860.379.SNOWwww.skisundown.com Day/night skiing and snowboarding Dec.- March. 100% snowmaking on 65 acres, 15 trails with 5 lifts. Year round banquetfacilities. Annual Brewer’s Fest in Sept. & Ski Swap in Nov.

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1 Jones Winery2 McLaughlin Vineyards3 Digrazia Vineyards4 White Silo Winery5 Hopkins Vineyard6 Haight-Brown Vineyard7 Sunset Meadow Vineyards8 Miranda Vineyard9 Land of Nod

10 Jerram WineryRosedale Farms & Vineyard

11 Gouveia Vineyards12 Priam Vineyards13 Sharpe Hill Vineyard14 Heritage Trail Vineyards15 Jonathan Edwards Winery16 Stonington Vineyards17 Maugle Sierra Vineyards18 Chamard Vineyards19 Bishop’s Orchards Winery

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ROSEDALE FARMS & VINEYARD

Rosedale’s 110 acres yield some of the finest vegetables in the region, including exceptional sweet corn. We planted the vineyardin 2000, and since have garnered gold and silver medals at the Big E and Tasters Guild competitions. Award-winning winesinclude: Lou’s Red, Farmington River Red, Serendipity, ThreeSisters, Winter Red, Simsbury Celebration and Summer Bouquet.

Rosedale Farm 25 East Weatogue Street, Simsbury, CT 06070 860.651.3926 www.rosedale-farms.com

Hours: Wine available in June. Wine tastings from July 4 throughOctober 31 on Saturdays & Sundays, from noon - 5 PM.

Directions: From Hopmeadow St. (Rte 202/10) in Simsbury takeRte 185 East - turn left onto East Weatogue St. at next intersectionrotary - continue .2 miles. The farm is on the left.

The Simsbury Inn and The Simsbury 1820 Housewww.simsburyinn.com www.simsbury1820house.com

CONNECTICUT VINEYARD & WINERY ASSOCIATIONThe Connecticut Vineyard and Winery Association is a non-profit organization which encourages and promotes interestin grape growing and wine production in Connecticut.

We invite you to become a supporting member of theassociation! Benefits include:

15% discount on wine purchases at CVWA wineries listed in this brochure

Invitation and free admission to Vineyard Day, an educational seminar about Connecticut viticultural production

Opportunities to purchase discounted wine grapes and winemaking supplies

Please visit www.ctwine.com for more information and foran application. Thank you for your support!

GOUVEIA VINEYARDS

Gouveia Vineyards was established in 1999 and is located inWallingford, Connecticut, high on 140 sun-kissed acres. This bucolicmasterpiece hints of Old World charm and of a time long past. Thewinery building is built of stone and old timbers and commands a spectacular 360 degree view of lush woodlands, open fields, grape-vines, horses grazing, and pristine hundred-year old farms. Visitorswho come to the winery for a wine tasting or a glass or bottle of wineare welcome to bring their own picnic lunch, but please, no other beverages.

From the moment the winery has opened, it has become a place that people have visited to get away from their stresses. Sometimes visitors like to sit back and enjoy a glass of wine by our double sidedfireplace or outside on our patios to take in the spectacular setting sun. Sometimes three or four generations of families will sit at a tableby the window and play Monopoly while sharing cheese and crack-ers. Sometimes friends will sit together on our dock and watch the fish swim beneath their feet. Sometimes a person will come in bythemselves and sit at a corner table to read a book. While they arethere they often strike up a conversation with a complete stranger, and when they leave, they leave knowing they made a new friend and wonderful memories. No matter what each visitor comes to thewinery for, they leave with a lighter step and the chance to dream their own impossible dreams.

Gouveia Vineyards1339 Whirlwind Hill Road, Wallingford, CT 06492Phone: 203.265.5526 Email: gouveiavineyards@sbcglobal.netWebsite: www.gouveiavineyards.com

Hours: The Tasting Room is open year round including most holidays.Hours are Fridays and Saturdays 11 AM - 8 PM and Sundays 11 AM - 6PM. Gift certificates and custom gift baskets are available.

Directions: From New Haven (Route 91) take Exit 14 (Woodhouse Ave.) and turn left at the end of the ramp ontoWoodhouse Ave. At first light, turn right onto S. Airline Road and take another right onto East Center Street. Turn right ontoWhirlwind Hill Rd. From Hartford (Route 91) take Exit 14 (E.Center St.) and turn left at the end of the ramp onto E. Center St.Turn right onto Whirlwind Hill Rd.

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12PRIAM VINEYARDS

Priam Vineyardswas founded in1998 by GloriaPriam and GaryCrump. In April of 2003, the winery opened,winning numerousInternationalmedals each yearsince. Priam’s international award winning wines are produced inthe style of Northern France and Germany. Priam Vineyards’ 40acre farm sits in the Salmon River Watershed, in the historic townof Colchester. There are 22 acres of grapes in production, with abreathtaking view of the CT. countryside. We benefit from the unique microclimate of the hills of NewLondon County, where we grow and hand pick classic Europeanvarietals: Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Gewurztraminer,Chardonnay, Riesling, Muscat and Merlot as well as Cayuga and St.Croix. As environmentalists, we are the first winery in New Englandto produce our own solar electricity. We practice sustainable agricul-ture, propagating bluebirds to help maintain a healthy vineyard.

Priam Vineyards11 Shailor Hill Rd, Colchester, CT 06415 860-267-8520 www.priamvineyards.com.Hours: Open every Friday, Saturday, Sunday & select holidays,11AM-5PM, mid-March through December, for tastings and self-guided tours of the vineyard. Enjoy a wine tasting at the winery barand have a glass of wine on our winery patio where picnics are wel-come. Local artisan cheeses are also available for purchase.Directions: From the North, I-91 south to Rte 2 East, Exit 16(Rte149), right onto Rte 149. 1.5 miles turn right on Shailor HillRd. From the West, I-84 to Rte 2 East, Exit 16, then as above.From the South I-95 North to 395 Exit 77, Rte 85 North to Rte 2West, Exit 16, then as above.

Lodging-Fitch Claremont House, 83 Fitchville Rd., Bozrah, CT06334, 877.889.0266, Fitchclaremonthouse.com.A 4 room, 3 diamond Inn on the Old Fitch Farm Vineyard, minutesto the casinos, the Ct. wine trail and all Mystic, Ct. attractions.

Dining-Nu Nu’s Bistro, 45 Hayward Ave., Colchester, CT 06415,860-537-6299, www.nunusbistro.com.Traditional Sicilian-Italian & American cuisine in a casual bistroatmosphere within a charming Victorian carriage house.

SHARPE HILL VINEYARD

Sharpe Hill Vineyard is Connecticut’s largest and most awarded winery, having received national acclaim and over 250 medals in international wine competitions. The winery was featured on thecover of the “Wines Across America” edition of the Wine Spectator andhas received the highest score of any New England wine. We planted our first vines in 1992 and the winery opened in 1997. The vineyard is planted on a 120 acre hilltop parcel with a vista that looks out overthree states. We produce 11 different wines, one of which -Ballet ofAngels - is the bestselling wine made in New England.

Sharpe Hill Vineyard108 Wade RoadPomfret, CT 06258-0001Phone: 860.974.3549Fax: 860.974.1503Email: sharpehill@snet.netWebsite: www.sharpehill.com

Hours: The Tasting Room is open year round for tastings and the pur-chase of wine every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 11 AM - 5 PM.

Directions: I-395 to exit 93. Turn West on Rte. 101 (which becomes 44) for 7 miles to Rte. 97. Go South on 97 for exactly 4 miles. Turn leftonto Kimball Hill Road. The winery is 1.8 miles on the right. From I-84take exit 69. Turn East on Rte. 74 to the end. Make a left onto Rte. 44East and continue to the Abington district of Pomfret. Make a right ontoRte. 97 South then the same as above.

The Fireside Tavern at Sharpe Hill VineyardSharpe Hill Vineyard also invites guests to enjoy a gourmet meal grilled on wood at our Fireside Tavern. The Zagat-rated restaurantoffers a food and wine experience of fine dining with a combination of New England and European ambiance.

Seasonal Schedule – During summer and fall months we serve gourmet luncheons every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Reservationtimes are 12:00, 12:30, 3:00 and 3:30. Dinner is offered the secondFriday of the month at 6:30 and 7:00. Advance reservations required.

During winter and early spring, we serve dinners (by reservation only) every Friday and Saturday evening at 6:30 and 7:00 with a luncheon on Sunday at 12:00, 12:30, 3:00 and 3:30. Advance res-ervations required.

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HERITAGE TRAIL VINEYARDS

Heritage Trail Vineyards is situated upon an 18th century farm, which once belonged to Separatist, John Palmer. The vineyard is located on Route 169, one of America’s most registered scenic roads. The eight acres of established vines include varietals, such as Cabernet Franc and French-American hybrids such as Vignoles.

Visitors are invited to taste the sumptuous wines within a restoredantique barn as well as to enjoy gourmet treats created by HeritageTrail Vineyards’ President, media chef and author, Chef HarrySchwartz. In addition, the vineyard will feature a boutique batch gelateria, smoke house for Heritage Trail Fish, and a selection ofcheeses for the new café. Visitors are also welcome to explore the scenic grounds, which include two ponds, a rose garden, and NewEngland woods.

Think of Heritage Trail Vineyard and our sponsors, Lonesome DoveB & B and Branch Place for your next romantic event!

Heritage Trail Vineyards291 North Burnham Highway, Lisbon, CT 06351 Phone: 860.376.0659Email: aquasirene@aol.com

Hours: The Tasting Room is open for tastings and sales Tuesdaythrough Sunday, 11AM – 6 PM.

Directions: Take I-395 (N) to Exit 83A, left, three miles up the road; or,I-395 (S) to Exit 85, right on Rte. 138 through Jewett City to Rte. 169.

Lonesome Dove B & B“Country Living at its Finest”332 South Burnham HighwayLisbon, CT 06351(860) 859-9600; 1-877-793-9880www.lonesomedovebnb.com

Branch Place“Come and Share the History”34 Newent RoadLisbon, CT 06351860-376-5885www.thebranchplace.com

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JONATHAN EDWARDS WINERY

Located in the quaint town of North Stonington, Jonathan EdwardsWinery is situated on a 48-acre south facing hilltop, a stone’s throwfrom the Rhode Island beaches, coastal attractions, and the historic seaside town of Mystic, Connecticut. The Edwards family has taken aunique approach to providing you with a memorable wine tasting experience. Visitors are encouraged to sample the wines in the tastingroom set in the New England restored barn and browse the LoftGallery, gift shop and beautiful vineyard grounds.

Jonathan Edwards handcrafts premium Napa Valley, California winesspecializing in the red varietals as well as premium Estate Connecticutwines showcasing mostly white varietals. The Napa wines includeSauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Merlot, Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon,Syrah, Petite Sirah, and port wines. The estate-grown varietals includeChardonnay, Gewurztraminer, Pinot Gris and Cabernet Franc.

Relax on the stone patio or back deck and enjoy the wine, sunshine andlocally produced gourmet treats. The annual festivals are a staple in theseason’s calendar with live music, gourmet food vendors, artisans, andof course, wine tasting! The Harvest Festival celebrates the season andadds hayrides, pumpkin painting, and grape stomping contests.Summer Nights Music Series is the perfect excuse to enjoy the warmweather – bring a picnic, friends and enjoy everything from bluegrass tojazz at the winery with your favorite Jonathan Edwards wines!

The Edwards family and staff welcome you!

Jonathan Edwards Winery74 Chester Maine RoadNorth Stonington, CT 06359Phone: 860.535.0202Website: www.jedwardswinery.com

Hours: The Tasting Room is open Wednesday-Sunday, 11AM - 5 PMyear round. Wine tours are at 3 PM. The winery is closed major holidays.

Directions:

From Route 2 East: Turn left at traffic light onto Main Street. At stopsign turn left onto Wyassup Road. Take 3rd right onto Chester MaineRoad. Winery is at the top of the hill on right.

From I-95: Take exit 92 to Route 2 West. Bear right on Main Streetinto the Village of North Stonington. Bear right on Wyassup Road inVillage Center. Take 3rd right onto Chester Maine Road. Winery is atthe top of the hill on right.

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STONINGTON VINEYARDS

Located just minutes from Mystic Seaport, the casinos, RIbeaches and our historic fishing village, Stonington Vineyardsproduces award-winning premium varietal wines includingChardonnay, Cabernet Franc, Vidal Blanc, Gewurztraminer andour proprietary blend Seaport White.In our Tasting Room, you can taste all our wines and browsethe Gift Shop and Art Gallery featuring the works of localartists. Join our Cellar Society and enjoy special savings on casepurchases and member privileges.If you aren’t able to visit our Tasting Room and Gift Shop inperson, you may still purchase our wines and wine related acces-sories through our upcoming E-commerce website www.ston-ingtonvineyards.com and see how easy it is to have wine deliv-ered to your doorstep.Also a feature of our website is the current listings of our Wine& Food Festivals that happen 3 times a year, celebrating Spring,Summer and Fall with gourmet foods, live music and wonderfulwines. To enhance your visit to Stonington Vineyards, bring apicnic lunch to enjoy on our picnic tables with a chilled glass orbottle of our wines.

Stonington Vineyards523 Taugwonk Road, Stonington, CTPhone: 1.800.421.WINE (9463) or 860.535.1222Fax: 860.535.2182Website: www.stoningtonvineyards.com

Hours: The Tasting Room is open year round, seven days aweek – including Sunday – 11 AM to 5 PM. We give an educa-tional conducted tour of our working winery daily at 2 PMwhere visitors learn about the winemaking process. Directions: Travel 2.5 miles North from exit 91 off I-95. Lookfor the blue Wine Trail signs at exit 91 or on RT 184.

Noah’s Restaurant113 Water Street, Stonington Borough, CT860.535.3925www.noah’srestaurant.com

S & P Oyster Co.Corner of Rte. 1 & Holmes St., Mystic, CT860.536.2674www.sp-oyster.com

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MAUGLE SIERRA VINEYARDS

Maugle Sierra Vineyards is a small specialty winery nestled in the Southeastern New England appellation. Located in the rural town ofLedyard, CT, on an 18th century, 97 acre farm. Maugle SierraVineyards is just 10 minutes North of Mystic Seaport, 5 minutes Eastof Foxwoods and 10 minutes West from the Mohegan Sun casinos. Established in 2002, by Paul and Betty Maugle, Maugle SierraVineyards is dedicated to producing premium wines. Our first vine-yard, planted in 2002 with St. Croix grapes produces intensively fruit forward red wine and dessert wines. Our second vineyard planted in 2007 with Traminette and Cayuga White. Presently there are 11 acres of grapes in production. Dr. Maugle, co-founder and winemaker, is known for his chewy, jammy and intensively fruit forward wines. In 2008, we opened ourboutique winery specializing in our estate St. Croix wine and dessertwine “Essencia de St. Croix” as well as other hand crafted wines.Visitors who come to the winery for a wine tasting or a glass of wineare welcome to bring their own picnic lunch and enjoy our wine patio. Visitors are welcome to sit back, take a deep breath, and relaxwith friends, family and wine. Winery tours are available by appoint-ment and winemaking questions are always welcome. We currentlymake 5 wines, one white, three red and a rosé. Our wines range fromdry to semi-sweet; pure varietals and a variety of blended wines.

Maugle Sierra Vineyards825 Route Colonel Ledyard Highway (Rt. 117), Ledyard, CT 06339 Phone: 860.464.2987 Website: mauglesierravineyards.comEmail: pdm-a@comcast.net.Hours: Open April to December, Fridays, Saturday and Sundays 11AM to 6 PM, and select holidays or by calling 860.464.2987 for anappointment.

Directions:From Route 95: Take exit 88. Go North on Rt. 117 for 6.5 miles. Thewinery and vineyards are on the left hand side of Rt. 117, 0.5 milenorth of the Route 214 intersection.From Route 395: Take Exit 79A passing over the Thames River Bridge.At the traffic signal go left on to Route 12 north for 2,000 feet. Take a right on to Route 2A. At the Church take a right on to Route 117,and proceed 2.6 miles. The vineyards are on the right.

Lonesome Dove B&B “Country Living at its Finest”332 South Burnham Hwy., Lisbon, CT 06351 860.859.9600 • 877.793.9880 • www.lonesomedovebnb.com

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CHAMARD VINEYARDS

Chamard Vineyards, voted “Best Wine” by Connecticut Magazinefor 11 years running, spreads across 40 acres of gently sloping fieldsalong the southern Connecticut coast. Established in 1983,Chamard Vineyards has dedicated itself to producing premium, “old world” style wines from classic, European wine grapes. Thevineyard is located less than two miles from Long Island Sound, creating a unique micro-climate with favorable temperatures and alengthy growing season, very similar to Central France or theBurgundy region. The rich, stony soil and moderate climate providean ideal environment for growing European Vinifera wine grapes.The 20 acres of established vines include varieties such as:Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc.Chamard believes in and practices the old world philosophy thatgood wine is made in the vineyard. By utilizing active vine manage-ment and carefully controlling fruit production, we are able to intensify the flavors and maximize the character of our wines. Thewinery building was constructed in 1988 and the classic NewEngland design features finely crafted stonework using fieldstonesfrom the property. The cellar incorporates wooden beams milledfrom trees which were originally cleared from the farm land. Thewinemaking process at Chamard incorporates traditional, hands on care with an array of modern winemaking equipment. The underground wine cellar and barrel aging rooms enjoy cool, stabletemperatures throughout the year creating ideal winemaking conditions. A walk through the cellar shows how technology blendswith time honored winemaking traditions to create fine wines.Chamard Vineyards15 Cow Hill Road, Clinton, CT 06413Phone: 1.860.664.0299Website: www.chamard.comEmail: tastingroom@chamard.comHours: We invite you to visit our classic, New England-styled wineryTuesday through Sunday from 11 AM – 5 PM to sample our handcrafted, award winning wines and tour of our state-of-the-art winecellar at 1 PM and 3 PM. Enjoy wine by the glass from our deckoverlooking the vineyard or bring a blanket and picnic around thepond. Visit our calendar of events at www.chamard.com for monthlywine seminar, farmer’s market, music and private event information.Directions: From I-95, Exit 63, left onto Route 81 North, left ontoWalnut Hill Road, which becomes Cow Hill Road. The vineyard isone mile ahead on the left. From Route 9, Exit 9(Killingworth/Clinton), follow Route 81 South and Wine Trail signs to Walnut Hill Road. Turn right onto Walnut Hill Road. The vineyard is 2 minutes North of Clinton Crossing Outlets.

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BISHOP’S ORCHARDS WINERY

Since 1871, six generations of Bishops have been serving Connecticutwith farm products. Bishop's Orchards Winery features our own wineand other fine Connecticut wines 7 days a week year round. Bishop'sOrchards Winery has taken the superb reputation and flavor of thefruits they grow on their 313-acre farm, and produces over 11 differ-ent varieties of wines. Bishop’s own apples, raspberries, peaches, pears,strawberries and blueberries are the starting point for each wine. Thesespecially created distinctive wines range from dry to sweet and willdelight the palette. Visit our website for a complete list of our winesand the numerous awards that have been received.Hard Cider is another treat made from Bishop’s popular Sweet AppleCider. Lightly sparkling and slightly sweet, it reminds one of cham-pagne. Situated in the historic town of Guilford, with its beautiful 7.7 acregreen, surrounded by historic homes, churches and shops, Bishop’s isa perfect destination to be followed by a visit to the oldest stone housein CT, the Henry Whitfield State Museum (after which is named ourStone House White Wine).Open 360 days, the Farm Market features our bakery & kitchen spe-cializing in pies, soups & prepared meal solutions, produce from our313 acre farm & around the world, groceries, meats, cider, importedand domestic cheese, dairy products, flowers, fruit baskets, gift andapple packs (shipped in US). Kids love to see our trains and visit ourllamas, alpacas and goats, too!Bishop’s Orchards Winery & Farm Market1355 Boston Post Rd.US Rte 1, I-95 Exit 57Guilford, CT 06437Tel. (866) 2BISHOPWebsite: www.bishopsorchardswinery.comEmail: winery@bishopsorchards.comHours: Monday - Saturday 10 - 7; Sunday 11-6Directions: I-95 Exit 57 in Guilford, then one-half mile north on USRte 1. We are 13 miles from New Haven, CT and Yale University, 90miles from NYC and 120 miles from Boston. For a map, visit ourwebsite.Bishop’s Orchards Pick Your Own FruitsUS Rte 1, I-95 Exit 57, Guilford, CT 06437 (203) 458-PICKPick Your Own is fun & enjoyable for the whole family. From June till October, one or more fruits are available most days. PLEASEcall for the daily updated schedule before coming. Strawberries, blueberries, peaches, pears, raspberries, apples & pumpkins are the seasonal progression.

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Welcometo theConnecticutWineTrailYou are invited to discover someof Connecticut’s agriculturalbounty: its beautiful vineyards and fine wines. Twenty membersof the Connecticut Vineyard andWinery Association have created awine trail for you to enjoy. Followthe blue wine trail signs throughsome of Connecticut’s most scenicand historic towns.

The western section of the winetrail features several wineries in the Housatonic Valley. The trailextends north into the LitchfieldHills to the wineries that are located in the WesternConnecticut Highlands viticulturaldistrict. The rolling hills and lushlandscape have been a farming and industry region since pre-revolutionary times.

The eastern section of the winetrail highlights vineyards in theConnecticut River Valley and then heads northwest towards thewineries in Connecticut’s QuietCorner.

The trail then proceeds towardsthe coastal wineries which arelocated within the SoutheasternNew England viticultural district.The historic seaport area onConnecticut’s long shelteredcoastline has been home to generations of seamen, farmers,and craftsmen.

Connecticut’s pride in workman-ship continues in the tradition ofthe vineyards of the ConnecticutWine Trail. Come enjoy the variedstyles of wine, exciting views andwarm hospitality.

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