Coastal Vineyards and Wineries
Just a short distance away are some of New England's finest vineyards growing grapes in a temperate coastal climate that has helped to produce exceptional, award-winning vintages. Each offers tours, wine tastings, retail shops and many special events for memorable visits.

Newport Vineyards
909 East Main Rd. (Rt. 138), Middletown, 401.848.5161. A family-owned, modern winery with vineyard set on a hill overlooking Rhode Island Sound and new vineyards adjacent to the Winery. Vineyards originally planted in 1977. Tasting room open 7 days a week, with public tours at 1 and 3 p.m. Set in a complex that includes restaurant, bakery, deli, art gallery and gift shop. www.newportvineyards.com
Directions: From Bristol, follow Rt. 114 South over Mount Hope Bridge to Rt. 138 South.

Westport Rivers Vineyard and Winery
417 Hix Bridge Rd., Westport, MA 508.636.3423, Ext. 2. Family-owned and operated on the site of the historic Long Acre Farm just over the Massachusetts border, Westport Rivers Vineyard and Winery's 80 acres of vines were first planted in 1986. Tasting room is open daily. Tours of vineyard and winery on Saturday and Sunday, 1 and 3 p.m. Frequent food/wine pairing events. A retail store is on site for wine and gift purchases. www.westportrivers.com Directions: From Bristol, take Rt. 114 South over Mount Hope Bridge, taking first left after bridge. Follow to Rt. 24 North to Rt. 195 East. Take Exit 10, Westport/Horseneck Beach Rt. 88 South. Take left at the 4th traffic light, onto Hixbridge Rd. Westport Rivers is 1.3 miles on right.