Let the quest for local wine lead you to Rhode Island ’ s top vineyards .
Newport Vineyards . As the largest grower of wine grapes in New England , Newport Vineyards produces more than 30,000 cases of local wine every year . The grapes are grown with sustainable farming practices on a sprawling plot of historically preserved farmland . newportvineyards . com
Carolyn ’ s Sakonnet Vineyard . The cool air that blows into Sakonnet from the water , combined with the soil ’ s mineral base , produce grapes with a long ripening season , later harvest , low sugar and high acidity , making for fresh wines with deep flavors . sakonnetwine . com
Greenvale Vineyards . Try local varieties of vidal blanc , cayuga , chardonnay , cabernet franc , pinot gris , merlot , malbec and albarino that are hand-harvested on this eighth-generation farm . greenvale . com
Langworthy Farm Winery . This boutique winery is only a half-mile from the ocean and offers a charming tasting deck that overlooks the vineyard . The rustic farm is also home to a renovated bed and breakfast with four rooms and two suites . langworthyfarm . com
Newport Vineyards .
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