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While Bergen County may not be home to many traditional vineyards, there are still plenty of opportunities to enjoy a wine-centered outing close to home. From guided tastings and wine bars to educational classes and make-your-own-wine experiences, North Jersey offers something for everyone, whether you’re a seasoned wine enthusiast or just looking for a fun night out. Read on for more wineries + wine tasting experiences in Bergen County.
Bergen County Wineries + Wine-Tasting Experiences
Beekman Wines & Liquor | 246 Rock Road, Glen Rock
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Beekman Wines & Liquor is more than just a neighborhood bottle shop. The store also hosts complimentary Saturday wine tastings featuring rotating wineries, regions, and varietals, as well as a local wine tasting group for those looking to expand their wine knowledge. A visit to Beekman Wines & Liquor is an easy, low-pressure way to discover new wines without leaving Bergen County.
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California Wine Works | 476 NJ-17, Ramsey
At California WineWorks, guests are guided through the process of making their own custom wines. A visit begins with a complimentary tasting and consultation, then participants select their preferred varietals and begin the production process. Over the course of several visits, guests help bottle, cork, and label their finished wine. The company works exclusively with California wine grapes, making fall the perfect time to start winemaking. Reach out to California WineWorks at 201-785-9463 or [email protected] to schedule a visit.
Tomasello Winery Tasting Room | 700 Lawlins Road, Wyckoff
Located inside Abma’s Farm, the Tomasello Winery Tasting Room brings one of New Jersey’s oldest wineries to Bergen County. Visitors can enjoy guided wine flights featuring Tomasello’s award-winning wines, along with charcuterie boards and light bites. After a tasting, guests can browse Abma’s Farm Market or spend time exploring the property.
Worth the Short Drive
Cree Wine Company | 167 Perryville Road, Hampton
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Founded by Chris Cree, New Jersey’s only Master of Wine, Cree Wine Company is a destination for anyone looking to expand their wine knowledge. The restaurant and wine bar offers a 15-page wine menu, along with a calendar of guided tastings, wine dinners, educational classes, and certification courses. Guests can also browse an expansive retail selection of bottles to enjoy at home, making it easy to continue the experience beyond a single visit.
Flights & Pints | 159 Main Street, Nyack, New York
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Just across the New York border, Flights & Pints specializes in curated wine flights alongside craft beer and elevated comfort food. Guests can mix and match from a rotating wine selection while enjoying charcuterie boards, flatbreads, and small plates. The bar and eatery also often has wine tastings, wine specials, and live music. Just a note: Flights & Pints will be closed from August 2nd-18th.
Make Wine With Us | 21 Curie Avenue, Wallington
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Make Wine With Us allows visitors to craft their own wine from start to finish. After an introductory tasting, guests select their preferred varietals, then return throughout the production process to bottle and label their finished wines. The hands-on experience is a way to learn about winemaking while making something all your own. The facility also hosts wine tastings, themed dinners, comedy showcases, and seasonal gatherings.
Spuntino Wine Bar & Italian Tapas | 70 Kingsland Road, Clifton
Spuntino has built a reputation as one of North Jersey’s premier wine destinations thanks to its award-winning wine list. For those who want to go beyond the restaurant’s variety of wine flights, Spuntino also hosts wine dinners, blind tastings, pairing classes, and special events throughout the year. Guests can enjoy Italian-inspired tapas specifically designed to complement featured wines.
Torne Valley Vineyards | 1-9 Torne Brook Road, Hillburn, New York
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Located about 30 minutes from much of Bergen County, Torne Valley Vineyards claims the title of the first fully functioning winery in Rockland County, New York. The winery offers scenic vineyard views, seasonal wine tastings, and live music events throughout the warmer months. Visitors can enjoy wine flights alongside light fare while overlooking the property’s picturesque grounds, making it an ideal destination for an afternoon getaway just across the New York state line.
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