Additional Wineries to Check Out this Summer 🍷
Calling all wine lovers! Long Island is home to plenty of beautiful wineries that are perfect for any drinking occasion. Below we have compiled a list of some great wineries that you must visit this summer.
Pindar Vineyards
Celebrating over 40 years of winemaking is one of Long Island’s best-known wine producers, Pindar Vineyards. This beautiful escape is 500-acres of land, growing over 17 varieties of grapes and producing over 700,000 cases of wine a year. Although this spot is the largest vineyard on Long Island, it is still owned and operated by the founding family to this day. Pindar Vineyards offers a wide selection of delicious white, red, sparkling and dessert wines for their customers. You can also have their wines shipped as they offer discounts for quantity purchases. For three to five bottles you get 5% off, for six to 11 bottles you get 10% off, and for 12 or more bottles you get 15% off. Come visit Pindar today for delicious wine and scenic views. Pindar’s tasting room is open Sunday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Throughout July and August, they are open until 8 p.m. on Fridays with live music. Get connected with Pindar Vineyards on their Facebook or Instagram today.
Palmer Vineyards
Palmer Vineyards is definitely a must-visit this summer. Founded by Robert Palmer in 1983, this vineyard has become one of the most well-reputed on Long Island. Their wines are of the highest quality and excellence, coming from over 20 varieties of grapes on 90-acres of farmland. Join Palmer Vineyards for their various events including Fresh Peconic Bay Oysters Saturday & Sundays until November 1, 2021, or their June Food Truck as Nice Bunz Slammin Sliders comes Friday, June 25, 2021, Saturday, June 26, 2021, and Sunday, June 27, 2021, for guests to enjoy. Palmer’s tasting room is open Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Parties over 8 require a reservation. Follow Palmer Vineyards on Instagram or Facebook to learn more.
Raphael Wine
Inspired by the Italian monasteries of owner John Petrcelli’s home, Raphael’s is truly a gorgeous spot to enjoy incredible wine. This winery provides wines of balance, depth, and elegance for its guests, as attention to detail and passion is embedded throughout their winemakers. Keeping the traditions of winemaking strong, this spot is one of the few places that still harvests entirely by hand. Visit this winery for yourself to see all of its beauty and excellence during its hours of operation, which are Friday through Monday from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Call (631) 765-1100 or email to make your reservation. You can also connect with Raphael Wines on their Instagram and Facebook pages. Add this winery to your list today!
Sparkling Pointe
If you love sparkling wine, this spot is for you! Owners Cynthia and Tom Rosicki dedicated their vineyard to creating the best sparkling wines for their guests. With over 40-acres of land, this spot curates champagne including Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, and Chardonnay varieties. Guided tastings are offered daily or you can sit and relax with table service in their VIP Bubble Lounge, outdoor Terrace, or Tasting House. Sip on some bubbly at this amazing winery today by making a required reservation. Sparkling Pointe is open Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 10:45 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. You can also call (631) 765-0200 to purchase their wine bottles or use their curbside pick-up services from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Visit their Facebook or Instagram today to see why this place is a must this summer.
Jason's Vineyard
Located on the North Fork of Long Island is the beautiful Jason’s Vineyard. This vineyard is 20-acres and produces fresh and premium wines for all of Long Island to enjoy. Jason’s Vineyard is currently open for wine tastings, and wine by the glass or bottle with food purchases. This spot also offers live music weekly with a schedule linked here. This unique vineyard provides the perfect atmosphere to enjoy some wine as you can taste around their Argonaut-shaped tasting bar, complete with sails. Jason’s also offers seating on their outdoor patio and covered deck with beautiful vineyard views. This vineyard is open daily from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and requires a reservation for groups six or more by sending an email. Come enjoy this spot today and connect further by following their Instagram or Facebook.
If you are looking for additional winery options on Long Island, visit our earlier blog post about the Top Wineries to Check Out This Summer on the North Fork here.
