About Massachusetts Wine Country
Massachusetts wine country is defined by its coastline. The state's most distinctive producers cluster along the South Coast and Cape Cod, where the Atlantic Ocean's moderating influence creates a maritime microclimate that extends the growing season and tempers the worst of New England's winters.
Westport Rivers Vineyard in the South Coast AVA has proven that Massachusetts can produce serious sparkling wine and Chardonnay. Truro Vineyards and Nantucket Vineyard bring coastal viticulture to Cape Cod and the Islands. Inland, the Berkshire Hills and the Connecticut River Valley host cold-hardy hybrid producers and fruit wineries in classic New England farm settings.
Boston's food-obsessed culture drives urban demand, and a growing number of city-based wineries like Boston Winery and Travessia Urban Winery bring winemaking downtown. The range is wide: méthode champenoise sparkling, single-vineyard Chardonnay, cranberry wine, and hard cider all coexist.
Premier Regions
Massachusetts's most notable wine regions and tasting destinations.
More Massachusetts Wine Regions
From the Berkshire Hills to Boston's urban wine scene.
