This post is about the best wineries in Lewes, Delaware.
The east coast is nothing short of delicious wine and the state of Delaware does not disappoint! Close to beach resorts and vacation towns, Lewes, Delaware is home to some beautiful vineyards offering a wide variety of wines and awesome experiences to be had. You are sure to find some of the best wines you ever had at the following wineries close to historic Lewes.
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Salted Vines Vineyard & Winery
These establishments are in no particular order. The first winery on our list is Salted Vines Vineyard & Winery.
Salted Vines is a lovely winery located in between Rehoboth Beach and Ocean City, making it a great spot to make on your vacation. This vineyard is a whopping 26 acres off the beaten path which isn’t something one would necessarily expect for the area. They have a tasting room and cellar which you can get winery tours of. There are also light snacks like cheeses and charcuterie available. Their wine slushies are delicious too!
Different wines are offered throughout the year according to the season. In the fall they may have a pumpkin slushy wine while on Valentine’s Day they’ve had a cranberry wine. Besides these specialty wines, they have a regular rotation of a variety of dry, sweet, and in-between options meaning there is something for everyone to enjoy. We enjoyed the Seaside Escape white wine a lot; a light finish wine with hints of melon and grassy notes.
Along with great wine is great ambiance at this establishment. The indoor rustic tasting room is beautifully decorated and the outdoor patio has spacious seating offering lovely views of the grounds.
Often times there is live music at the vineyard as well as food trucks. Check out their calendar for upcoming events which happen often at Salted Vines.
Business Hours:
Sunday-Thursday: 12pm-6pm
Friday: 12pm-8pm
Saturday: 11am-7pm
Address:
32512 Blackwater Road
Frankford, DE 19945
Dog Friendly: Yes
Nassau Valley Vineyards & Winery
Nassau Valley is a short drive from downtown Lewes making it a great option when visiting the area.
From May through October they host a farmer’s market every Sunday. Check out their calendar page for more information and other events hosted at the winery.
Weekends are extremely busy at Nassau Valley, especially in the summer. They offer free self guided tours and $15 tastings which includes a keepsake wine glass. The self-guided tour is highly regarded as a more unique experience compared to other wineries. It includes a five gallery museum all about the history of making wine as well as a new exhibit every month featuring regional artists in the area. There are also guided tours available Tues-Thurs by appointment only for $20 per person which include an etched crystal tasting glass.
Get a wine tasting! We recommend trying the Redneck Rouge, a sweet and spicy red wine or True Blueberry which is a sweet red blueberry wine made 100% from blueberries.
Business Hours:
Mon-Sat: 11am to 5pm
Sunday: noon-5pm
Address:
32165 Winery Way, Lewes, Delaware 19958
Dog Friendly: Yes, on patio only
Brimming Horn
Just a 15 minute drive from Lewes is Brimming Horn Meadery. Giving Old Word tradition a modern twist, this meadery has 20+ years of experience under their belt crafting award-winning meads. Along with meads, they offer delicious fruit wines and ciders.
Their historic character tasting room boasts plenty of seating and also games to play while you sip, making it a great option for groups and social outings. The atmosphere is unique and fun with medieval themes along with their meads being named after Northern European gods and goddesses.
They also have their own food truck onsite most days offering burgers, perogies, sides and salad. Check out their website for current and upcoming events.
Business Hours:
Monday – Tuesday: CLOSED
Wednesday: 11am – 3pm
Thursday: 11am – 8pm
Friday – Saturday: 11am -10pm
Sunday: 11am – 7pm
Address:
28615 Lewes Georgetown Hwy
Milton, DE 19968
Dog Friendly: Yes
Conclusion
Whether you live in Delaware or are visiting the area or the beaches, venturing out and trying some delicious wine in a beautiful atmosphere is a great way to break up your trip away from the ocean breezes and chaotic boardwalk.
From gorgeous outdoor areas to classic architectural details to farm wineries, you are sure to find a new favorite wine at one of these local businesses along the eastern shore in the United States.
Happy tasting!
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