Sakonnet Vineyards
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Back when wine was a solely West Coast phenomenon, one enterprising winemaker rolled the dice in Rhode Island, where he surmised the cool microclimate could support vines similar to those in France’s Loire Valley. Founded in 1975, Sakonnet Vineyards (162 W. Main Rd., 800/919-4637, www.sakonnetwine.com, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. daily late May–mid-Oct.; 11 a.m.–5 p.m. daily mid-Oct.–Dec. and Apr.–late May and Thurs.–Sun. Jan.–Mar., tours year-round at noon and 3 p.m.) has since been a smashing success—one of the first in New England, and still among the best.
Acres of grapevines produce several wines from the winery’s signature vidal blanc grape, a French-American hybrid with floral aromas and fresh acidity. Also notable is the aromatic gewürztraminer. The winery features tours, tastings, and an outdoor café with a menu specially created for pairings.
© Michael Blanding and Alexandra Hall from Moon New England, 2nd Edition
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