Winery Expansion Finished

Well, it all started about a year ago with plans to create a better space to make better wines, and on Wednesday, July 2nd the new winery expansion was complete. We are very happy with the addition and hope everyone can come out for a tour of the new facility. Our tours are at 1:00 and 3:00 everyday and are free.


I've posted a few pictures of our opening ceremony which took
place last Wednesday night. It was a lot of fun to see all who attended and we look forward to seeing more of you throughout the summer.

Working on our crop

Here at Truro Vineyards we have been working hard in the soil to ensure a healthy growing season for the grapes. We are inspecting each plant for tiny yellow insects called phylloxera, which in the 19th century were responsible for an epidemic that nearly wiped out all of the vineyards in Europe. Some clever vintners found a solution by grafting American rootstocks - which are immune to the aphids - onto European vines. There is, however, a possibility that any additional roots growing from the graft union (where the root and stem meet) may be susceptible to phylloxera. We are cutting away these so that the plant may be less vulnerable. Each of our plants gets individual attention, an important principle in viticulture.

New Winery Almost Finished.

We are very close to being finished with our winery expansion. Here is a short slide show of the finishing touches. Dave Roberts, patriarch and proprietor of the family owned and operated vineyard, says "it's all about the wine. We have created a wonderful wine country experience right here on Cape Cod that will be enhanced by our new building, allowing us to continue to make better wines year after year and long into the future."

We hope you all stop by to have a look. It will be open for tours on July 3rd. Our tours are at 1pm and 3pm each day. See you soon.

Truro Vineyards Takes Home Awards

Truro Vineyards of Cape Cod is pleased to announce it has received numerous awards from the Tasters Guild International Awards for 2008. Our 2005 Cabernet Franc, and Cranberry Red both won gold medals. The 2005 Chardonnay and 2007 Sauvignon Blanc took home silver medals, and our Diamond White, 2007 Cape Blush, 2005 Maritime Red and 2005 Triumph won the bronze. Over 1900 wines were entered into this international competition and we are so proud to have been recognized.

The new winery is coming along...

Here's a short slide show of the progress being made.

Complimentary Wine Tasting, April 4-6

We open for the season on Friday, April 4th. Come join us this weekend only (April 4-6) for complimentary wine tastings to celebrate the beginning of a new season.

Hours of Operation:

Open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays in April.

Open 7 days a week May-October.

Monday through Saturday 11am-5pm and Sunday 12pm-5pm.

Tours at 1pm and 3pm, starting in May. Tastings throughout the day.

We look forward to seeing you all soon.

2008 Coastal Wine Trail Kick Off

Press Release:

2008 Coastal Wine Trail Kick Off
Saturday May 10th, 2008 from 1-3 p.m.

Westport, MA, March 31, 2008: Kick off the season with the Coastal Wine Trail. Westport Rivers will host the 2008 Coastal Wine Trail Kick Off on Saturday May 10th, 2008 from 1-3 p.m. This 2 hour tasting event will feature the seven wineries of the Coastal Wine Trail under one tent. Take this opportunity to experience what the trail has to offer. Sample wines from Truro Vineyards of Cape Cod, Langworthy Farm Vineyard, Newport Vineyards, Greenvale Vineyard, Sakonnet Vineyards, Running Brook Vineyard & Winery and Westport Rivers Vineyard & Winery

Sample local artisan cheeses from Shy Brothers Farm of Westport, Great Hill Dairy of Marion, MA and Westfield Farm of Hubbardstown, MA as well as various local baked goods. Taste and experience wicked natural gourmet products from Wicked Good Foods of Bristol, RI. Gourmet chocolatier Michele DeLuca-Verely of La Maison de Coco (Newport, RI) will tantalize and tempt your taste buds with her locally inspired confections. Buzzards Bay Brewing will also be on hand with their farm fresh lager, pilsner and more! Sample a bite of the Southcoast with local Chef/ Restauranteur, Michael Mello of M&C Café in New Bedford.

Our friends at Cuttyhunk Shellfish Farms will provide a cash raw bar for the day's event, featuring oysters, littlenecks, shrimp and shucked shellfish. Paradise Hill Farms will also offer locally grown herbs and herb gardens for sale. All this takes place under one tent on our grounds here at Westport Rivers, along with live music for your entertainment. Pick up your 2008 Passport to World Class Wines and the Coastal Wine Trail at this Spring Kick Off event. Support the local farmers, food purveyors and event participants by purchasing their products at this event, and support the local vineyards and wineries of the Coastal Wine Trail when you visit each of their individual locations.

Tickets are $35 per person and cover admission into the tent, a logo souvenir wine glass, sampling of the various wines from all seven participating wineries, local food & beer samples as well as live entertainment. Admission is limited. Advanced ticket sales only, no tickets at the door. This event will sell out! This is a wine tasting event, featuring local farmers, artisan cheeses, baked goods and gourmet specialty foods to sample and/ or purchase. Please support our local shellfish farmers and consider the cash raw bar that will be available as well. 21+ with proper I.D. to purchase tickets (to be picked up the day of the event at the gate)

For more information please call 508-636-3423 ext.2 or email retail@westportrivers.com

Contact:
Craig Caesar
Westport Rivers Vineyard & Winery
417 Hixbridge Road
Westport, MA 02790