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Go beyond the tasting bar and into the production barns at Cape May Winery for a 60-minute guided Tasting & Tour. Small groups, three pours, and a stemless glass to take home make this a hands-on way to learn coastal winemaking.
Go beyond the tasting bar and into the production barns at Cape May Winery for a 60-minute guided Tasting & Tour. Small groups, three pours, and a stemless glass to take home make this a hands-on way to learn coastal winemaking.
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Operated by Cape May Winery & Vineyard · Cape May, New Jersey
Leave the clink of the tasting bar behind and step into the working heart of Cape May Winery for a one-hour Tasting & Tour that pulls back the curtain on coastal winemaking. Cape May Winery, located at 711 Town Bank Rd, Cape May, New Jersey, sits on the sandy southern tip of the New Jersey peninsula where maritime breezes and well-draining soils shape approachable, mineral-driven wines. Offered Saturdays at 3PM during the summer season, the guided experience is intentionally small—group size four—and priced at $45 per person. Your guide, a Wine Associate, leads you through production barns into the fermentation room among gleaming stainless vats, then into a low-lit barrel room where oak imparts spice and texture. Along the way you taste three two-ounce pours chosen to highlight grape varieties grown in the region and to illustrate how fermentation, aging, and oak influence character. Sensory moments are literal: the steam of freshly pressed must, the yeasty perfume of active ferments, and the dusty, toasted scent of barrels lined like well-worn books. Practical details matter. The tour runs about 60 minutes, requires advance reservations at capemaywinery.com, and is open to guests 21 and over; children and pets are not permitted. The tour takes place inside an active production facility, so attendees must remain with the guide and stay within designated areas for safety. Small-group pacing leaves room for questions and hands-on demonstrations without slowing the flow. What makes this experience stand out for visitors to Cape May is the combination of place and process: coastal climate, sandy loam soils, and a location close to well-known bird migration corridors give these wines a coastal signature you can taste. The winery’s production barns and barrel room are rare behind-the-scenes access in a region better known for beaches and Victorian architecture, and the included stemless glass makes a practical keepsake. Whether you’re a casual taster curious about how grape becomes glass or a wine enthusiast comparing vinification methods, this tour gives you a compact, sensory primer on winery operations in a seaside setting. After the tour, plan to drive into town for dinner or catch sunset views along nearby coastal roads; Cape May Winery’s hands-on hour leaves you better informed and ready to compare bottles with a distinctly Cape May perspective. During spring and fall, the vineyard rows display low, windswept growth and migrating birds add a soundtrack to tastings; in summer the cellar hums between harvests. The experience is conducted in English and is optimized for adults who want focused questions and hands-on explanations about presses and tanks. Bring a light jacket for the barrel room and your curiosity — this educational hour that turns a vacation sip into informed enjoyment and tasting.
easy.
60 minutes.
Light mobility needed—able to walk short distances and stand for tasting; no special fitness required.
The Tasting & Tour lasts approximately 60 minutes and includes three two-ounce pours and a guided walkthrough of production areas.
Yes, reservations are required in advance at capemaywinery.com; the experience runs Saturdays at 3PM during summer and is limited to small groups.
No—this experience is open to guests 21 and over; children and pets are not permitted in the production facility.
Check-in details are provided at booking; the tour departs from Cape May Winery at 711 Town Bank Rd, Cape May, NJ—please arrive a few minutes early.
Yes, the tasting room typically offers bottles for purchase so you can take home wines you enjoyed during the tour.
Tours are conducted in English by a Wine Associate familiar with the winery’s production and local vineyards.
Cape May is one of the nation’s oldest seaside resort towns and the surrounding peninsula is a longtime stop on major bird migration routes.
Visitors should respect designated areas inside the production facility and nearby vineyards; local growers in the region often prioritize minimal-impact practices and habitat preservation.
Cape May Winery & Vineyard is a family-friendly winery and vineyard located in Cape May County, New Jersey, offering a mix of tastings, tours, and seasonal events that showcase locally produced wines. The venue operates a production facility and Port Cellar used for intimate and educational experiences, and hosts semi-private group tables and walk-up wine bar service for social gatherings. Available experiences include large-group tables (up to 12 guests), 90-minute semi-private tastings, an exclusive Winemaker Tour limited to 18 guests, educational wine tastings, and seasonal Grill Nights featuring live music and chef-driven menus. Many experiences include a keepsake glass — Riedel stemware for select tours and a CMW stemless glass for group tastings — and some special events offer accessibility accommodations such as scheduled ASL interpretation. Bookings run seasonally, with specific large-group offerings available April through October and alternate scheduling November through March. The winery emphasizes small-group capacity limits, guided tastings led by winemakers, and transparent information about inclusions to help groups plan celebrations, corporate outings, and private gatherings. Menus feature tapas and grilled seafood and steak pairings created by the onsite chef for summer events. Past pop-up dinners have sold out, demonstrating strong local demand and community support. Onsite staff provide knowledgeable guidance, and tangible inclusions like keepsake glassware and curated pairings underscore the winery's commitment to quality and guest satisfaction, and lasting memories.
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