All around amazing time at this historic vineyard. Featuring tasting room, lawn seating, live…read moremusic, a spritzer bar and all around casual but upscale vibe. Delighted we could bring the two puppies with us both indoors and out, and we were sought out by staff to let us know how welcome they and us were! Enjoyed our tastings and brought home several selections for a later date. We had dropped in after a full picnic and walk around Lake Waramaug, but could have easily spent the entire afternoon here! Divine customer service and such a lovely atmosphere!

Ambiance was great with some live music. Great service and was greeted promptly. Delicious wine…read morechoices. Love the option to order charcuterie boards of various sizes and food options! Only thing I would change would be to have soap in the bathrooms (didn't have at beginning of visit) however they did put some out later and wished it was better than the dial offered. But thats just me!!

Distinct tasting wines for those who enjoy dry wines. We ordered flights and red table wine stood…read moreout the most to me. Serene setting, adorable landscape with incredibly hospitable staff. A hidden gem in Connecticut! A red sangria made out of their wines would be a hit!

Had intended to drink at Hawk Ridge but it was way too crowded, nowhere to sit, and had that…read morefeeling...you know great venue, but mediocre wine (like a certain other winery in Sandy Hook...). Pulling up was like driving into someone else's backyard at first. But don't let that sway you, this is a marvelous gem of a winery. Their Red Table wine is like a milder Cab with a clean finish, enough to eat with a meal or sipping. I'm not into white but the Gertrude wasn't sweet at all, in fact all of their wines are quite dry, even their Rose. We've been many CT wineries, with Hopkins and Stonington Vineyards being the best, the wine quality approaches what these more established places deliver. The venue is intimate, it's small, ie, 50-60 people would fill up most of the seating in the barn/deck, but there an outside seating area adjacent that peeps walk past and aren't aware of. There were maybe 25 people there and it was fine. Parking could be tight if busy, but I suspect very few people know of this place. Owners were very nice, and love talking about their wines. Jim especially. Note no food, other than a cheese box which was good, but you can bring your own... I'd give it 5 stars but felt the flight serving pour was a bit small. Def on our list to visit again.

My cousin and I had a lil girls day and hit up the winery. An let me tell you a time was had, the…read moremanager was awesome that's my girl we friends now at this point lol. She'll deff get you a wine that you'll like. The hospitality was A1, we'll see you soon Katelyn lol. Ambiance was beautiful could only imagine when it gets hot out. I'll be back

Thank you for accommodating our party of 8 after being turned away from another vineyard! The staff…read morewere all so friendly and attentive, the wine was delicious, and we truly enjoyed the more intimate atmosphere here!

What a pretty place! This is a great place to come and hang,…read morethere was music, food on site, and just so much beauty, between the horse farm in the background & the stream running alongside all the outdoor seating...so pretty. People are friendly, and for a November day, we had full sun & no jackets on! Got a few bottles & just chilled with my besties, a great day.

The food, service and atmosphere are excellent, highly recommend the waterwheel vineyard check it…read moreout.

A beautiful 58 acre hilltop winery in Watertown, CT. I love vineyards so I was excited to visit. I…read morewent when the weather was warmer; what a picturesque place to visit. We got lunch first; they had pizza and sandwiches. The food was good! I love dining room, the patio, and the lawn. I started off with wine tasting; they offer 6 small cups. Also, a slushi drink that comes in a bag. We enjoyed just relaxing there. I enjoyed it so much I purchased a bottle of their pumpkin wine to go.

Wow! I've never been to a place so overhyped in my life!!!! The beer on tap was sad. The wine…read moreboring and bland--much like the food. The Charcuterie Box didn't taste fresh at all. The pictures make it look like paradise, but when you get there reality casts a different shadow. I hate writing bad reviews but stay clear from this place. It's not worth the money or time. I do blame myself though--what kind of serious winery makes slushies? Ew..Learn from my mistakes.

TranquilityWine exceeded my expectations. The taste is perfect for unwinding, and the customer…read moreservice is excellent attentive, kind, and always willing to help. Truly a top-tier experience!

What a beautiful place to spend the afternoon with some friends drinking delicious wine!…read more Knowledgeable staff helped us with any questions we had about the wine.

RMV has been my favorite spot for so long but it truly deserves the praise. Every single visit has…read morebeen consistently excellent. I've never had a bad meal, and the service is always spot-on, with a thoughtful system that lets you signal when you need something without ever feeling rushed or overlooked. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, with great music, fun events, and a family-friendly vibe that makes it easy to relax and stay awhile. Whether you're inside or enjoying the outdoor seating, it's just an all-around great experience every time. Easily a five-star spot in my book.

I attended a wedding at the Red Maple Vineyard this past weekend. It was a beautiful venue and the…read morestaff were superb and attentive. Our day started with a Chinese tea ceremony in the barn and then a catered lunch. About 6:30pm, the ceremony with a live music started followed by passed hors d'oeuvre, fresh oysters, and wood fired pizza. The wood fired pizza was very delicious and I enjoyed the blackened shrimp and the arancini. I tried the cider and the rosé, but they were too dry for my taste. Then at 7:45pm, we went into the reception pavilion. The menu consisted of a salad as first course, a duet plate of salmon and beef short rib for entree, and dessert. The summer citrus salmon with the multi grain pilaf was very good. After first dance, father and daughter dance, mother and son dance, and speeches, the DJ told us to step outside. After a few minutes, the sky exploded with light. It was a beautiful fireworks display from the hillside. The bathrooms were stocked with essentials in the toiletry baskets. Red Maple Vineyard offers a rustic barn and reception pavilion, massive green grounds, and a beautiful garden.

Aquila's Nest is absolutely worth a visit. We sat in one of their cozy geodesic dome igloos which…read moremakes it such a fun and relaxed experience. The wine flight did not disappoint -- we tried the red, white & a combination, all solid pours. The cheese box is necessary if you're trying the flight ( or you can bring your own food). Highly recommend booking an igloo and making a night of it!

Came back for another visit on Good Friday this time. The weather was great and we got nice igloo…read moreseating for more comfort and privacy. It was so cozy. The vineyard grounds were beautiful and such a relaxing view. We got 2 bottles of the rosè and there was a pizza truck that evening so we ordered a bunch of pizza. So good!!! Our server Ava was nice too. Great evening! My hard to impress parents loved it too

4.25 Did not expect this place to be the place to hang out,…read morebut it definitely seemed that way. The property isn't huge, but there are several gathering areas: in front, inside the tasting room, and a smaller section on the other side. The tasting room is clean and chic, and the staff were all smiles--engaging in light conversation and explaining the wines and offerings well. Whether you like dry or sweet white wine, they've got you covered. The Hortencia is a nice, crisp white, while the Traminette is sweet and smooth. The great thing is that you can even combine the two, and you've got the perfect summer white wine blend.

Steven is a GEM, and makes this winery experience one of the best. I came for a friend's…read morebachlorette, and we opted for the tasting and some snacks. Steven is a blast - he is so incredibly kind and funny, keeps the drinks flowing, and gave good vibes! My favorite of the tasting was the sparkling rose - it was so good we ordered 2 additional bottles, and a few more to go. I honestly really liked all of the wines in the tasting. Some noms are available, and they are all plated beautifully. The outdoor seating with the firepits provided a perfectly cozy & rustic atmosphere. The chickens were also a plus!! They are so cute. Highly recommend!

Stopped by for a pre Cinco de Mayo lunch. Day was a bit cloudy and found parking right in front…read more I got the beef birro taco and the hubby got the chicken taco. Also ordered a side of guacamole. The star of the show however was the blackberry sangria.. Atmosphere was really cozy and loved all the beautiful paintings on the wall. Food came out really fast. They had a table with all the fixings. We had a good time. On our way out, picked another bottle of wine. Always so many choices. So excited for the coming season of events. Will definitely be back. A great place for good wine, quiet surroundings and tasty nibbles. Highly recommend everyone visit.

White Silo Farm & Winery is a rustic farm, vineyard & winery that opened in Sherman, Connecticut in…read more2000. It was opened by the Gorman family, including Ralph and his son Eric. Ralph has a degree in engineering and had previously worked as an engineer, a chemistry teacher, a physics professor and a consultant. He grew bored, wanted to try something different, so in 1985 he decided to purchase a 17-acre parcel of farmland in Sherman that had previously been part of Upland Pastures dairy farm. The Gorman family intended to continue the farming tradition and preserve the land for generations to come. They planted crops of raspberries, blackberries and rhubarb. The circa 1780 dairy barn and silo were completely renovated and converted into a tasting room and production area. By 2000, the winery opened to the public. The initial wines made available were fruit (non-grape) wines, crafted from their own farm-grown fruit. The Gorman family planted their first grape vineyard in 2010 and additional grapevines were planted in 2016. My wife and I visited White Silo this past weekend. To celebrate my wife's birthday, I took her for a drive in Western Connecticut to see the fall foliage and explore some wineries. This was our first visit to White Silo and it was our first stop of the day. The property was lovely and the interior of the barn was very charming. We decided to order some wine flights so we could sample several of the winery's offerings. Between the two of us, we sampled their "Upland Pastures White", "Rhubarb", "Sparkling Red Raspberry", "Upland Pastures Red", "Farm White", "Upland Pastures Rosé", "Blackberry Sangria", and their "Apple Cider". We decided to purchase bottles of our two favorites (the "Sparkling Red Raspberry" and the "Apple Cider") to take home. White Silo also offers light food options as well. We shared the winery's "Hummus Plate" and "Gourmet Boxed Lunch" while we enjoyed our flights. The boxed lunch, which changes seasonally, included a turkey sandwich made with arugula and White Silo mustard, quinoa salad, a mini cheese plate, mixed nuts, and a chocolate turtle bar. It was the perfect amount of food to enjoy with our wine samples. Overall we had a very relaxing experience at White Silo, complete with a live musician. We highly recommend White Silo to visitors traveling through this quiet part of the state. We hope to be back!