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New Hampshire is the relative new kid on the block, joining the list of states that began pioneering winemaking in the early 90's.

There are now twelve commercial wineries and vineyards in the state according to Bob Dabrowski, Treasurer of the New Hampshire Winery Association
and also the owner of Candia Vineyards. He reports the good news that "our industry is growing rapidy."

Jewell Towne Vineyards in South Hampton and Flag Hill Winery in Lee both bottled their first vintage in 1994. Piscassic Pond Winery in Newfields produces Honey Wine (or Honey Mead) and released their first wines in 2004.

French hybrids are found to grow best in the cool New England climate, including Seyval, Vignoles, and Vidal, as well as Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Find out more about what's new and cool in the Granite State wine industry...

Jewell Towne Vineyards - New Hampshire's very successful darling of the print press with a list of their products made from locally grown grapes, tour information, an online newsletter, press clips and awards.

Flag Hill Winery - A complex of winery, vineyard, tavern and gourmet oil and vinegar shop located in Lee, New Hampshire with touring and tasting info, contact details, map and directions.

Piscassic Pond Winery - New Hampshire's own honey wine producer provides a basic history of mead, serving suggestions and drink recipes. They also now have Elderberry, Ginger and Rosehip Melomels - which is basically mead with fruit added.

Vintner’s Cellar Winery - Not exactly a traditional winery, the focus here is on make-your-own wines. They provide the grapes or grape concentrate and the equipment and you become the cellar master.

Mead makes a comeback - An archived feature story from Seacoast Online explains what mead is, how it's made and features Nathan and Roberta Smith of Piscassic Pond Winery.

Appellation America - New Hampshire Page - Everything you wanted to know about New Hampshire grape varieties, vineyards, and a related interview with Jewell Town Vineyard owner, Peter Oldak.

also see -> New Hampshire Beaches | New Hampshire Travel Guides

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