When it comes to vineyards on the East End, the North Fork is the ultimate wine country with boundless acres upon acres dedicated to growing grapes for wine, and more than 60 wineries. It’s where many Long Island locals and visitors alike enjoy heading out for a day of wine tasting as they take in the countryside landscape and serene views. But, although the North Fork may have a much greater quantity, highly esteemed vineyards aren’t exclusive to this part of the East End. The South Fork has carved out a place of its own in wine country with three beautiful wineries and equally high-quality, even award-winning, wine that are worth a visit. Plus, these three locations have arguably some of the best picturesque scenery when it comes to Long Island vineyards!
Wölffer Estate
139 Sagg Road, Sagaponack
Wölffer Estate has hundreds of acres altogether that can be found across both Long Island Forks, as well as in Spain and Argentina, and they partner with growers on both Forks as well as in France. The estate in Sagaponack is 55 acres of sustainably farmed vineyards where the conditions are premier for growing. They offer multiple varieties of wines, many of which are award-winning, spirits, and cider. Their White Horse wines have won numerous awards throughout the years, and their Summer Wines perfectly encapsulate the Hamptons vibe and spirit—especially the refreshing and light rosé ‘Summer in a Bottle’.
Wölffer Estate also has a wine stand located at 3312 Montauk Highway in Sagaponack just around the corner from the vineyard and is a great place to gather for sunsets and a grand view of the estate. Wine can be enjoyed at this pitstop while taking in the scenery or purchased to-go.
Channing Daughters
1927 Scuttlehole Road, Bridgehampton
At Channing Daughters, they create their wines from dozens of different varieties of grapes that grow across 28 acres of vines in Bridgehampton. Their environment is welcoming, not just when it comes to the growing of grapes but for visitors to stop by and enjoy the tasting room and quaint winery. There is also a unique sculpture garden at Channing Daughters where works by owner and sculptor Walter Channing can be seen all throughout the estate. They have a featured rosé program called Molti Rosati where multiple varieties of grapes were used to create seven different variations of rosé. This is just one of the many types of wine that can be enjoyed at Channing Daughters whether ordered online, purchased locally, or at the winery itself. Head out to Bridgehampton to enjoy a glass, bottle, or tasting of any type of wine you could imagine at this charming estate.
Duck Walk Vineyards
231 Montauk Highway, Water Mill
The Water Mill building at Duck Walk Vineyards is Chateau-style and sits amid vast scenic acres of grape vines. Some of their most popular wines are the Vidal Ice Wine, which is crafted with grapes that have been frozen on the vine, their Blueberry Port made with wild blueberries from Maine, and many more in every variety imaginable from whites to reds to rosé, dessert wine, sparkling, and more. The tasting room and patio at Duck Walk Vineyards is a great place to relax and unwind, and even enjoy live music on the weekends during the summer months!
