Nothing beats a glass of wine amongst loved ones, on a fun girls’ trip, or with friends soaking up some summer sun. Vineyards and wineries will create summer blends that are refreshing and light, letting you enjoy being outside without getting too tired. Some classic summer wines to look out for are Rose, Pinot Grigio, Riesling, and Sauvignon Blanc.

Whether you prefer whites, reds, or even roses, you will undoubtedly want to find a summery and fun backdrop!

There are wineries across the country that make for the best weekend trips you could ask for. From outdoor patios to tastings in chilled rooms, and cooled glasses of wine, any of these fantastic wineries will be the perfect spot to head to this summer.

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Best Wineries to Visit in the U.S.

RGNY

North Fork, New York

The North Fork of Long Island, New York, has long been known as a prime wine destination. Close enough to New York City that this can be a day or weekend trip, RGNY is a sustainable winery perfect for tastings or events you may want to host. Before going on a wine tour of the North Fork, it is a great starting spot or a place where you can hang out all day.

Darioush

Napa Valley, California

Napa Valley is also one of the most popular wine destinations for bachelorette trips or romantic getaways. At Darioush, you will be amazed by this stand-out location and atmosphere as you sip on their famous red blends. The winery is modeled after the owners’ Persian heritage, and you can feel the culture and history merge with the culture and notoriety of Napa Valley. You can book a wine tour through the vineyard or a table in their wine garden to enjoy with your travel companions.

Tank Garage Winery

Calistoga, California

Tank Garage Winery is one of the most unique wineries you can visit this summer. It is housed in a gas station built in the 1930s that has been converted into a hip summer spot for wine tastings. The tastings include seasonal wines, including traditional reds and whites. They also have orange wine and natural wines to taste. These wines aren’t sold in stores or offered in restaurants, so make sure to bring home a bottle of your favorites.

Scribe Winery

Sonoma, California

Scribe Winery is known for being as California and Californian wineries can be. They have leaned into the calm, laid-back nature of California’s history in a way that doesn’t seem overly curated (but is). You will walk past rows of palm trees and grapes on the vine as you sip on delicious, summer wines. You do need to be a member of the Scribe Viticultural Society to enjoy the winery, but it is a free club to join and well worth the signup.

Caduceus Cellars and Merkin Vineyards

Verde Valley, Arizona

Caduceus Cellars and Merkin Vineyards is a boutique winery owned by TOOL frontman Maynard Hames Kennan with his wife, Jennifer. Their wines are known for being very unique around the Verde Valley and Sedona. The tasting rooms are located in towns, but if you want a special moment while in Arizona, you can book a tour of the vineyards. With the desert as their background, it is a tour worth doingtruly stunning!

Wolffer Estate

Sagaponack, New York

If you are in the Hamptons for the summer and don’t want to travel to the North Fork, Wolffer Estate in Sagaponack is a delightful option for staying on the south shore. The aesthetic of Wolffer Estates is perfect for those looking to be immersed in summer vibes. You can attend yoga in the Vines events, which are put on between May and October every year. Head winemaker Roman Roth also takes Wolffer Estate clients on a Rhone River cruise in France, if you want to extend your time with Wolffer Estates.

Red Tail Ridge

Penn Yan, New York

Red Tail Ridge is New York’s only LEED Gold-certified winery. It uses traditional European grape varieties, like Riesling and large grapes. The winery itself is entirely sustainable and is an excellent backdrop for a wine weekend if you prefer modern architecture over the barn look many wineries have.

Folktale Winery

Carmel, California

Much like the name implies, just like our favorite fairytales growing up that enchanted us, the wines created at Folktale Winery will tell a story with each sip. Folktale has received various accolades, including Best Place for Day Drinking and Best Winery to Visit in Monterey County. Not only can you sip on summer blends in their wine garden, but you can also listen to weekly live music and enjoy small plates of inventive foods or pizzas. A gift shop on site also features crafts from local artists. 

Kita Wines

Santa Ynez Valley, California

Going to Kita Wines is a fantastic way to support women in wine-making. The founder and owner, Tara Gomez, is a force to be reckoned with among Indigenous and LGBTQ winemakers. You can enjoy Kita Wines and the Camp 4 Vineyards with a tour. The vineyards are owned by the tribe that Gomez is a part of the Chumash Indians. Tours help support the tribe’s tourism development and are well worth it.

Remy Wines

Willamette Valley, Oregon

Remy Wines is a charming winery in the Willamette Valley. Housed at her family’s farmhouse, the grounds are open to the public. On a summer day in Oregon, you can sip on wine that has long been a staple in the community. Owner Remy Drabkin is a well-known face in the Oregon wine circle, holding many public leadership positions and creating the Wine Country Pride events.

Arrigoni Winery and Cider Company

Portland, Connecticut

There is so much to do during the summer at Arrigoni Winery and Cider Company that you can spend a whole weekend just here. They put on yoga and paint night, pairing dinners, live music entertainment, and a couple of food trucks to choose from. Besides refreshing wines, you can also sample fun ciders with flavors like maple, blueberry ginger, or vanilla. There are also more than 20 wines here.

Frichette Winery

Benton City, Washington

Visit Frichette Winery in the Red Mountain wine region of Washington state. Sip on their famous red blends either inside or on their large patio, which overlooks the vineyard below and the mountains. Sip on a wine flight and enjoy a cheese plate, knowing that a portion of your money will be sent back to the community and to local nonprofits. 

Bluemont Vineyard

Bluemont, Virginia

One of the best wineries to visit in Virginia is Bluemont Vineyard. You can stay in one of their cottages on-site, and you are also close to the very charming town of Bluemont. Enjoy the tasting room or head to the patio that overlooks the Blueridge Mountains. And if you fall in love with the vineyard during the summer, come back during the Christmas season to see the vines adorned with lights.

Round Barn Estate

Baroda, Michigan

Round Barn Estate has received national recognition by USA Today for being one of the best wineries for live music in the United States. Live music is put on every weekend from Memorial Day through Labor Day. They also have hiking trails on the property to enjoy between them and Tabor Hill Winery as you sip on your favorite glass of wine.

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Croteaux Vineyards

Southhold, New York

Nothing says summer wines like a rose does. At Croteaux Vineyards, you can expect the best roses because that is all they make. They only harvest vinifera grapes, which make noteworthy refreshing roses. Every year, they release a new rose vintage, which is very popular among the loyal buyers of Croteaux wines. They also have a picturesque-tasting garden adorned with weeping cherry trees and a barn.

Oeno

Kailua, Hawaii

Oeno is a unique winery that lets you create your own bottle! And not just the label—you can choose what grapes from all over the world you want in your unique blend. Of course, they will help you pick out what tastes and flavor notes go best together. They only use wines without preservatives, making the taste very smooth and refreshing. They are also the only winery on Oahu, which is a great summer vacation destination itself.

Fireside Winery

Marengo, Iowa

Even when it’s summertime, sometimes all you want to do is get cozy as the sun goes down and sip on some wine by a fire. And at Fireside Winery, that is exactly what they want you to do! With a wide selection of seasonal wines and food trucks, you could start here in the afternoon and stay into the evening and never get bored. You can also talk with their expert winemakers and hear all about their wine and potato chip pairings or get recommendations for what wine is great when binge-watching a new show.