Who would make more delicious fruit wines than an orchard? No one! That’s why Bishop’s Orchards is the perfect place to enjoy a wine tasting or just settle in at the wine bar (part of the farm’s original 1928 barn) with a glass of fruit wine created with the orchards’ own apples, peaches, pears, strawberries, raspberries and blueberries. Sample the diverse collection of national and international-award-winning wines, sparkling wines and dry and semi-dry hard ciders made at the winery, which began operations in 2005. The bar also offers other local wines and craft beers and popular froses (wine slushes in flavors like honey peach melba). Check the website calendar for special events and weekend educational offerings as well as live entertainment at the Little Red Bar(n).

There’s a wine to please everyone’s palate at the Newport Vineyards, over 60 acres of vines spread across 100 acres of preserved farmland. Relax indoors in unmatched venues with a rustic yet modern feel and breathtaking vineyard views, or sit on the patio or out by the vines in an Adirondack chair. You’ll want a glass of the family owned-and-operated vineyard’s many wines to make the experience even more enjoyable: the fruit-forward cabernet Franc, perhaps, or a dry Riesling. Flights of wine, and of beer from the on-site Taproot Brewing Company, are always offered, as is a full menu of delicious farm-to-table apps, entrees and fabulous desserts. Winery tours are offered daily at noon and 2 p.m. Check the website for special food and entertainment events.

The 1620 Winery is a fully restored historic winery and wedding and events venue on the water in Plymouth’s historic Cordage Park. With soaring 30-foot beamed ceilings, exposed brick, wide pine flooring and three roaring fireplaces, this 1800’s era maritime rope braiding facility exudes the perfect blend of history and rustic elegance. While much of the space is dedicated to hosting weddings and events, visiting groups (of 10 or more) can schedule a private winery tour/tasting hosted by the Vintner. Highlights include sampling wines direct from the aging casks and tasting 1620 Wines that have medaled in international competitions.

At the historic Griswold Inn, they know their wines: An elegant wine bar with over 50 wines on the list have earned it the Wine Spectators Award of Excellence for 11 years running. But that’s just where your vineyard adventure begins when you stay at this Revolutionary War-era inn. Travel the Connecticut Wine Trail and sample a variety of wine styles and stunning scenery. Try the Chardonnay at Chamard Vineyards, a taste of Napa Valley at Jonathan Edwards Winery, vegan-certified wines at Priam Vineyard, the Fireside Tavern’s offerings at Sharpe Hill Vineyard or the Seaport White at Stonington Vineyards. Plan a picnic, enjoy unique tasting rooms, patios and decks – then head back to the inn to relax in your comfortable room