Garden State Wine Growers Association – a coalition of 60-plus New Jersey wineries and vineyards supporting the Garden State’s wine industry through information, resources, and advocacy – announced today the dates for The Mother’s Day Trail Weekend.
From May 12-14, celebrate with Mom while discovering all that Garden State wine country has to offer. A journey on the Mother’s Day Wine Trail promises to honor the extraordinary ladies in your life.
A journey on the Mother’s Day Wine Trail promises to honor the extraordinary ladies in your life. Photo courtesy of Getty Images
“We love to find unique ways to showcase our more than 60 wineries and vineyards throughout the state of New Jersey,” said Devon Perry, executive director for the Garden State Wine Growers Association. “What better way to do that than to celebrate the matriarch of your family and enjoy all the wonderful events the wineries and vineyards have planned. Appreciate local wine while making unforgettable memories along the way.”
What to expect on the Garden State Wine Growers Association Mother’s Day Wine Trail:
- Gorgeous vineyards with outdoor seating and live entertainment
- Special Mother’s Day drinks and tastings with commentary by expert sommeliers
- Food trucks, fire pits, market umbrellas, flowers, and Mother’s Day wine glasses
- Candle making and succulent planting
- Brunch, lunch, specialty desserts and wine flights
- And so much more
With more than 60 wineries and vineyards in four distinct American Viticultural Areas, there’s a New Jersey winery within less than an hour’s drive. The four American Viticultural Areas (AVA) are the Warren Hills AVA, the Cape May Peninsula AVA, the Central Delaware Valley AVA and the Outer Coastal Plain AVA. Vineyards across New Jersey grow more than 80 grape varieties, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Pinot Noir, Riesling, Sangiovese, Albarino and Chardonnay. New Jersey’s wineries also produce a wide array of fruit wines, and New Jersey is one of the top producers of wine in the country.
Visit The Mother’s Day Trail weekends event page for a full list of New Jersey wineries and to learn more about the 2023 Mother’s Day Trail events taking place at select locations. Raise a glass of New Jersey wine to the amazing mothers who fill our lives with so much love and joy. Happy Mother’s Day!
