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Gooseneck Vineyards
Enjoys Spacious New Location
BY Tabitha Pereira
The local winery opened its doors to a new spot in North Kingstown this past fall. Gooseneck Vineyards, a local winery that was previously located in the heart of Wickford Village, recently closed their old location and moved into a more expansive space down the road in North Kingstown. Co-owners Liana Buonanno and Paul Fede outgrew the small spot in Wickford and decided to move into a larger space, renovating a historic barn located off Route 1— making it the perfect spot for beachgoers and wine connoisseurs alike.
“ This barn is iconic in Rhode Island— it’ s hard not to notice it when traveling through the area. Paul had dreamed of having a vineyard here long before Gooseneck Vineyards was born. When the opportunity presented itself, it felt like the natural next step in our evolution,” Buonanno says.
The pair spent nearly three years renovating the building, paying homage to the barn’ s historic roots with equestrian decorations, and keeping elements intact like the horse stalls and barn doors.
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Preserving the building and
“ honoring its rich history was a top priority. We are incredibly proud of how the space reflects both its heritage and the future of Gooseneck Vineyards.
— Buonanno.
“ The vision behind Gooseneck Vineyards has always been to craft exceptional wines that bring people together, while celebrating both global inspiration and local charm. The new location allows us to fully realize this vision by creating a space that serves as the heart and soul of our brand— a welcoming gathering place for the community,” says Buonanno.
The new winery hosts food truck nights, crafting workshops, charcuterie board-making classes, and more. You can also enjoy live music from local musicians and take part in wine and cheese pairing events and special wine tastings. You can sip your vino al-fresco style on the outdoor patio, overlooking the expansive vineyard.
“ Summer in the vineyard is a quiet kind of magic,” says Buonanno.“ The vines are alive with promise— leaves whispering in the breeze, grape clusters beginning to take shape. Though it will be another few years before we bottle our first estate vintage,
The winery opened to the public in the fall 2024 and in the months since have been enjoying their role as a community gathering space for locals. The team worked with Jeff Moniz and Melissa Breen of 2Hands Studio, Newport and Behan Brothers on the renovation and design.