We
visit Newport Vineyards in Middletown, Rhode Island two or three times
each year. It's a family owned vineyard on farmland originally bought
by the owners' great-grandfather in 1917.
A visit to the winery means I can stock up on my favorite white wine, their Vidal Blanc. The brochure describes it as: "Semi-dry, banana and mango flavors, fruity finish".
I especially like it with seafood and it's nice with specialty
cheeses. Of all their offerings, it's been my "go to" white for a few
years now.
They
have special celebration week-ends (usually with the change of seasons)
when they invite local food artisans in. There's local cheeses, oils,
sauces, artisan breads, chocolates, specialty spreads, even freshly made
pastas. It's a gastronomic delight to nibble at each table and make
purchases of favorites to enjoy at home
It's
also an opportunity to shop for wine accessories, wine-themed gifts,
and apparel with the vineyard's name and logo. They sell specialty
foods, too, most produced by New Englanders.
Although
they offer daily tours and wine tastings, we enjoy these special events
for their festive atmosphere. Also, it's usually when they introduce
their new releases, and offer discounts.
Towards the back, on the other side of this "painted" wall.....
..are
their tasting tables of Reds and Rose's... we were one of the first to
find them. A good Pinot Noir would do nicely for my summer garden's
yield of eggplant. (and with other grilled vegetables). Tastings of
their dessert wines (Ports, Ice Wines) and Hard Cider are also
available.
A display of bottling equipment.
The early growth of springtime, with the promise of another good harvest.
Middletown,
Rhode Island is on Aquidneck Island and there's plenty else to do and
see. If nothing else, at least take the time to do the 10 MILE DRIVE along the ocean in Newport just a mile away.
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