Did you know that Pennsylvania is home to over 120 wineries and vineyards? Or, that you can visit many of them on over 14 wine trails in the state? Wine holidays in Pennsylvania offer wine enthusiasts the perfect opportunity to sample a wide variety of Pennsylvania wine. This is because the growing conditions and type of wine produced differ in regions across the state. No matter where you spend your wine holidays in the Keystone State, your trip is guaranteed to be a distinctive experience. Discover the surprising places in Pennsylvania that you can spend your wine holidays this year.
Berks County
Reading, PA is the heart of the greater Berks County area and is the center of the Berks County wine trail. In addition to sampling wine at the eight wineries nestled in the southeastern Pennsylvania countryside, wine tasting holidays in Berks County also give visitors the opportunity to tour Reading and discover the rich cultural history, covered bridges, Dutch fold barn art, Appalachian Trail hiking, and more!
Brandywine Valley
If you’d like to visit iconic Pennsylvania attractions during your trip, one of the best wine vacations for you might be to the Brandywine Valley. Tucked alongside the Brandywine River between Philadelphia and Lancaster, this destination offers seven charming wineries and scenic countryside views. In addition, the Brandywine Valley is also home to the sprawling grounds and turn-of-the-century Conservatory of Longwood Gardens, The Brandywine River Museum, and Kennett Square, The Mushroom Capital of the World!
Bucks County
Bucks County is often considered one of the best grape-growing regions on the East Coast because of its scenic rolling hills and moderate climate. Just an hour north of Philadelphia, Bucks County is home to a tightly-knit group of nine family-owned and operated wineries. These nine wineries are only minutes from one another and offer visitors the opportunity to sample a wide variety of Pennsylvania’s best wine in a single day.
Hershey-Harrisburg Wine Country
One of the largest wine regions in Pennsylvania, Hershey-Harrisburg wine country has nearly 15 award-winning wineries near Harrisburg, Hershey, and Lancaster, PA. With a long list of red, white, and blush wine to sample and an even longer list of other area attractions, Hershey-Harrisburg wine country is a wine holiday destination for the most ambitious travelers.
Lehigh Valley
If there is only one place to get good Pennsylvania wine, that place is in the Lehigh Valley. For nine of the last 10 years, Lehigh Valley wineries have earned the Governor’s Cup for Pennsylvania’s best wine. Thanks to the ideal grape-growing environment in the Lehigh Valley, these family-owned wineries also earn countless national and international awards each year.
Montgomery County
Montgomery County may be one of the smallest wine destinations to make our list, but don’t let that fool you. In addition to a wide assortment of grape wine, the Montgomery County wine region also offers a unique variety of meads, ciders, fruit wines, and even veggie wines to try. Plus, Montgomery County also has local farmers markets to visit and wine education classes to attend.
Pocono Mountains
To see a different side of the Pennsylvania landscape, make a trip to the Pocono Mountains wine region. This wine destination offers beautiful natural settings and unique wine flavor profiles that differ from many of the wineries in southeastern Pennsylvania. Plus, the Pocono Mountains offer regional outdoor activities like hiking, biking, skiing and snowboarding, and even a zip line course!
Spend Your Wine Holidays at The Sayre Mansion!
Sample Pennsylvania’s best wine in the Lehigh Valley and spend your wine holidays at The Sayre Mansion in Bethlehem, PA. Set on over two picturesque acres, the Sayre Mansion is a bed and breakfast that has been meticulously restored to its 1858 origins. Whether your visit to the Lehigh Valley is for business, pleasure, or a romantic escape, you will love the Sayre Mansion. We offer all the amenities of a modern hotel with a blend of old-world elegance and uniquely designed rooms. Whichever room you choose comes with a hearty breakfast and the gracious attention of the Sayre Mansion Inn staff. Book a stay with us and discover all that the Lehigh Valley has to offer!
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