While Husband J and I spent a lot of time on boats and on the water during our first couple of days of our mini-post-wedding getaway in Newport, Rhode Island, Newport has other places to experience that don't require a lifevest or cause seasickness.
One thing that I failed to mention before was that my sister-in-law and brother-in-law were kind enough to give us a little basket of mini-moon cheer for our time in Newport. In addition to the sail boat trip we had (and other cute gift basket items), they also gave us a gift certificate for a tour and tasting at Newport Vineyards. Yes, that's right. While it's not Napa, Rhode Island has got its own little wine making area right next to Newport in neighboring Middletown and Portsmouth, Rhode Island. In addition to Newport Vineyards, Greenvale Vineyard is just a short drive from the heart of downtown Newport.
One of the winemakers checking on some Cabernet
Being the foodie that I am, it would be awfully whack of me not to make some wine suggestions. Personally, we liked the whites the best, particularly the Great White, In the Buff (cool name ;)), and the Riesling. Newport Vineyards also makes this great, crisp Rhody Coyote Hard Cider.
After the vineyard trip, we had a nice lunch at the Castle Hill Inn. The Inn has a great lawn right on the water where you can relax with a drink and a nearby patio and eat their fabulous lunch and dinner options. We recommend the chowder, the lobster roll and the Cobb Salad.
Pretty view, huh?
We could sit and watch the boats go by while sipping some cocktails.
Happy Valentine's Day from us!
Have you been to a winery in an area not known as a major wine-making region?
3 comments:
wow that place is beautiful! and i had no idea there were wineries to be found in rhode island--what a treat. happy valentine's day!
Did you know my rehearsal dinner/welcome party was there...at Newport Vineyards?
Aw, I love the Inn at Castle Hill! We stayed at Francis Malbone Inn the last time we were there, which is near the center of town. But we had brunch at Castle Hill, and it was gorgeous.
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