How long is the experience?

The Founder's Library Tasting runs about 1 hour 30 minutes, including a brief cellar walk and four library pours.

Is the tasting wheelchair accessible?

Yes. The cellar walk and Birch Room are wheelchair accessible; check in at the tasting room and staff will assist.

What is a "library" wine?

Library wines are older or limited-release bottles kept off the public tasting menu and available for restricted sale and sampling during this session.

What is the group size?

Group size is limited to a maximum of 10 people to keep the tasting intimate and interactive.

Can I buy the wines tasted?

Yes. Library bottles tasted may be available for purchase at a 10% discount, while quantities last.

Check in at the Seven Birches Winery tasting room and ask for Mark, who leads the Founder's Library Tasting.

Inside the Founder's Library: Exclusive Tasting with Mark LaClair at Seven Birches | Wine | Winery

Adventure Brief

Spend 90 focused minutes with Seven Birches founding winemaker Mark LaClair tasting four rare library wines and learning the stories behind them. This small-group cellar walk and private Birch Room tasting is an education-first experience for collectors and curious drinkers alike.

1–1.5 hours

easy

From $84.80

Seven Birches Winery's Founder's Library Tasting offers a focused, small-group encounter with winemaker Mark LaClair in Lincoln, New Hampshire, a short drive from the White Mountains. Guests begin with a brief walk through the cool, 55-degree cellar to see equipment and racks, then move into the Birch Room, a private space off the tasting room, to sample four predetermined library wines that are not available to the general public. This is time with the man who crafted the cellar program and designed experiences for visitors; Mark's short narrative about each bottle unspools technical detail without lecture, and the session blends tasting notes with behind-the-scenes context on vintages, aging, and the decision to hold certain bottles in reserve. Maximum group size is 10, so conversation stays intimate and questions are encouraged. Expect an educational pacing: you'll learn grape varieties, production choices, and tips for evaluating an older bottle; you'll also have the option to purchase library bottles at a 10 percent discount. Practical details matter: attendees must be 21 and bring ID, the cellar is wheelchair accessible, and the tasting runs about 1 hour 30 minutes. The fee covers the library pours and Mark's time — what many guests pay for in wine is eclipsed here by access and education. Why book this instead of a standard tasting? The Founder's Library Tasting isolates rare examples and places them in a narrative: provenance, cellar reliability, and the choices that make one vintage age gracefully while another closes down. For wine travelers who want context with their pour, this is the sort of experience that refines palates and creates memorable stories. The setting — Lincoln, New Hampshire — puts this cozy, indoor program within reach of outdoor pursuits in the White Mountains. Birch trees line local roads and granite ledges punctuate nearby trails, making Seven Birches Winery an appealing stop for a post-hike tasting or a focused afternoon away from the crowds. Check in at the Seven Birches tasting room and ask for Mark. Bring curiosity and a sweater for the cellar's chill; bring a credit card if you hope to take library bottles home. With just ten seats and a rare lineup of wines, the Founder's Library Tasting is an intimate, educational detour for travelers in Lincoln who want to drink smarter, not just drink more. Reservations are required for this focused offering and slots often fill; plan ahead, especially in summer and fall leaf-peeping weekends. The experience is suitable for collectors, curious beginners, and anyone who appreciates a practiced storyteller at the tasting table. Whether you're pairing this with a mountain afternoon or using it as a standalone education, expect a tasting that prizes knowledge, provenance, and the pleasure of wine.

About Seven Birches Winery

Seven Birches Winery is a Lincoln, New Hampshire destination that offers hands-on tasting experiences focused on cider and small-batch beverages. Located in the White Mountains region, the business hosts the "Meet the Cider Makers" Cidery Tour, a guided experience where guests engage directly with cider makers and learn the cider-making process. The tour includes guided tastings of both finished and experimental ciders in an intimate setting designed for newcomers and enthusiasts alike.

The company emphasizes transparency in production and direct interaction with producers. During the Cidery Tour, guests observe stages of fermentation, hear about ingredient selection, and sample ciders that are currently in development alongside established releases. Tours are led by staff and cider makers who explain methods and tasting notes, helping guests identify flavor profiles and production techniques.

Seven Birches Winery positions its Cidery Tour as an educational and social activity suited to groups, couples, and solo travelers seeking local beverage experiences in the White Mountains. The experience highlights local ingredients and the craft of cider making, and it provides visitors with practical knowledge to enhance future tastings. Safety and hospitality are core priorities; tours are conducted on-site with attention to guest comfort and accessibility when possible.

As a business operating in Lincoln, New Hampshire, Seven Birches Winery offers a direct way to connect with regional beverage culture through guided, small-group tastings and behind-the-scenes access to cider production. Bookings are available seasonally; interested visitors should check local listings or contact the venue for current tour schedules. Group accommodations vary.

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