About Southern Delaware
Southern Delaware wine country centers on the Cape Region — the lower peninsula communities of Lewes, Rehoboth Beach, and Milton that have developed into Delaware's premier leisure destination. The Atlantic Ocean and Delaware Bay create a maritime moderation that keeps temperatures cooler than inland Delaware in summer, extends the autumn growing season, and reduces the freeze risk that challenges viticulture further north.
Nassau Valley Vineyards in Lewes is the Cape Region's most established estate, producing wines that have defined Delaware viticulture's potential since the winery's founding. Salted Vines Vineyard and Winery, also in Lewes, brings a more contemporary sensibility to the region — the name itself references the coastal salt air influence on the vineyard environment. The Brimming Horn Meadery in Milton rounds out the region's artisan beverage scene with traditionally made meads.
For visitors to Rehoboth Beach and the surrounding resort communities, a winery visit is a natural complement to a beach weekend — a reason to explore the agricultural interior between beach days. The Cape Region wineries have embraced this tourism context, offering experiences designed for the leisure visitor while maintaining the quality standards that earn repeat visits.
Southern Delaware Wineries
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