New Jersey Wine Country — Cape May AVA Wine Trail

New Jersey is America's 4th oldest wine-producing state with 50+ licensed wineries stretching from the Delaware River to the Atlantic shore. The Cape May AVA at the state's southern tip produces award-winning Chardonnay, Cabernet Franc, and dry rosé from Atlantic-moderated coastal plain soils — 90 minutes from Philadelphia and 2.5 hours from New York City. Sip & Summit builds your curated 4-stop New Jersey wine route in under 10 seconds.

Featured Wineries

  • Unionville Vineyards — Award-winning estate winery in Ringoes producing acclaimed Chardonnay, Cabernet Franc, and Pheasant Hill single-vineyard wines from Hunterdon County soils.
  • Hawk Haven Vineyard & Winery — Family Cape May estate producing nationally recognized dry rosé, Chardonnay, and Cabernet Franc from Atlantic-moderated coastal plain soils.
  • Cape May Winery & Brewing Co. — The flagship Cape May winery producing estate wines and craft beers in a beautiful beachside setting.
  • Tomasello Winery — New Jersey's most historic winery, family-owned since 1933 in Hammonton, with 50+ wines across the Outer Coastal Plain AVA.
  • William Heritage Winery — A scenic estate in Mullica Hill producing Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay, and Vidal Blanc with sweeping Delaware Valley views.

Why Sip & Summit

  • 4-stop curated wine day along the Jersey Shore and coastal plain
  • Route built in under 10 seconds
  • 90 minutes from Philadelphia, 2.5 hours from NYC
  • One-tap navigation to each winery
  • Swap any stop if it doesn't fit your day

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best wineries in New Jersey?
Unionville Vineyards, Hawk Haven Vineyard, Cape May Winery & Brewing Co., Tomasello Winery, and William Heritage Winery — award-winning Chardonnay, Cabernet Franc, and dry rosé from the Cape May AVA and Outer Coastal Plain.
Is New Jersey wine country good for a trip from NYC or Philadelphia?
Excellent — Cape May is 2.5 hours from Manhattan and combines a Victorian beach town with 50+ wineries. The Outer Coastal Plain wine corridor is 90 minutes from Philadelphia. Pair tasting at Hawk Haven and Cape May Winery with Cape May's beaches and B&Bs.
What wine is New Jersey known for?
Dry rosé, Chardonnay, and Cabernet Franc from the Cape May AVA. Hawk Haven's rosé and Unionville's Chardonnay win national competition gold medals regularly.
How much does wine tasting cost in New Jersey?
Typically $10–$20 per flight — among the most affordable wine tasting in the Northeast, with most Cape May wineries welcoming walk-ins.
When is the best time to visit New Jersey wine country?
June through October — Atlantic-influenced summers with harvest in September. Cape May wine country in summer combines shore ambience with excellent tasting room visits.
How does New Jersey wine compare to Long Island or Virginia?
Similar terroir to Long Island's North Fork — Atlantic moderation, sandy coastal plain soils. Less established and less expensive, with easier winery access and a beach town bonus.