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Great Escape: Wine Tasting

Take a break this weekend by enjoying a local vineyard.

It's time for a date with your significant other. Let's give the typical dinner and a movie date night a rest. Save it for the cold weather. Instead, get out and enjoy the warm summer sun together.

Call in Grandma or schedule a babysitter for a weekend afternoon and explore the closest stop on the Connecticut Wine Trail. You won't even have to leave town for this relaxing date.

Take a guided tour of , taste their selection of wines, relax on the arbored patio or explore the country gift shop. 

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 is located on Tower Road and welcomes visitors seven days a week from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. They offer a wide range of wine  including whites, blushes, reds, nouveau, spiced pumpkin and red and white port.

Want to make wine tasting and vineyard touring a hobby? The Connecticut Wine Trail is a collection of 24 vineyards, including nearby  in New Preston and  in Sandy Hook, where you'll be treated to live music during Sunday tastings throughout the summer.

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For the complete list of Connecticut vineyards, check out the Connecticut Wine Trail.

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