Savor Summer in a Glass
There’s nothing quite like sipping a glass of locally crafted wine on a warm summer day, especially when it’s paired with scenic views, farm-fresh flavors, and New Hampshire hospitality. Across the Granite State, winemakers are releasing their freshest, fruitiest, and most flavorful creations just in time for summer. Whether you're a fan of crisp whites, bold reds, creative blends, or frozen wine slushies, these unique offerings from NH vineyards promise something for every palate.
Here’s what’s pouring this summer at some of the state’s top wineries:
Averill House Vineyard, Brookline
Featured Wine: True Champion
This full-bodied, barrel-aged red is rich with dark cherry, tobacco, and earthy notes—a robust wine created to honor those who challenge and inspire us. Averill House taps the barrel every year during its Father’s Day celebration, Wines, Hops & Pig Roast, making this wine the true hero of the summer.
Flag Hill Distillery& Winery, Lee
Featured Wine: Crisp
New for summer, Crisp is an aromatic dry white crafted from Cayuga White and LaCrescent grapes. The wine is treated with incredible care in both the vineyard and winery, so delicately made as to preserve the expressive notes of the fruit, it’s light, clean, and—as the name suggests—perfectly crisp. Ideal for hot days and seafood nights.
Hermit Woods Winery, Meredith
Featured Wine: A trio of summer whites: Meredith Bay White, Ozark, and Moody Mountain White
Meredith Bay White blends kiwi berries, peaches, and rhubarb for a Sauvignon Blanc-style experience; Ozark is made almost entirely from local Ozark plums, offering notes of floral perfume and tart candy; Moody Mountain White is a bold blend of cantaloupe and tomato—refreshing, crisp, and unlike anything you’ve tasted before.
LaBelle Winery, Amherst & Derry
Featured Wine: Amherst Vineyard White
This semi-dry white wine strikes a beautiful balance between bright fruitiness and refreshing acidity. Crafted from a blend of Petite Amie, Cayuga, and Seyval Blanc grapes—hand-harvested from LaBelle’s estate vineyard in Amherst—this wine offers delicate aromas of citrus blossom and green apple, followed by crisp notes of lemon zest and pear on the palate. It’s a versatile sipper that pairs perfect with summer-fare or can be enjoyed all on its own as a warm-weather refresher.
NOK Vino, Hooksett
Featured Wine: Pomme Pink
Fruity, friendly, and fizzy, this bubbly pink blend of cider apples and red grapes is a joyful nod to summer sipping. Stop by NOK Vino’s new Hooksett tasting room and enjoy the artisanal charm of this farm-to-bottle favorite.
Seven Birches Winery, Lincoln
Featured Wine: Summer Dry Rosé – All Day (in cans)
Ready for your next hike, beach day, or backyard BBQ, this dry rosé is conveniently packaged in 250ml cans. Light, crisp, and easy to love, it’s your go-anywhere, drink-anytime companion for New Hampshire summer adventures.
Squamscott Vineyard & Winery, Newfields
Featured Wine: Aromella
Crafted from estate-grown grapes in the heart of Newfields, Aromella is a vibrant, aromatic white that’s made to capture the essence of a New Hampshire summer. With a floral bouquet of honeysuckle and jasmine, followed by bursts of tropical fruit and citrus zest on the palate, this light-bodied wine finishes clean and crisp. It’s perfect for sipping on the patio, pairing with seafood, or bringing it to your next picnic.
Summit Winery, Westmoreland
Featured Wine: Summit Red
Their flagship blend—this summer's release combines Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, and a touch of Pinotage. Floral on the nose and soft on the finish, it’s a well-balanced red worth celebrating. Plus, the winery is marking its 10th anniversary with sweeping views and 20+ wines to sample.
Sweet Baby Vineyard, Hampstead, NH
Featured Offering: Frozen Wine Slushies
Beat the heat with one of Sweet Baby Vineyard’s most fun and refreshing summer treats: frozen wine slushies. Each week, the vineyard rotates two different locally made wines—crafted from estate-grown grapes or regional fruits—into icy, flavorful slush form. Whether it’s a peachy white, a bold berry blend, or something sweet and tropical, these slushies are a playful way to enjoy wine in the summer sun.
Zorvino Vineyards, Sandown
Featured Wine: Z Lab Series – Strawberry Mojito, Papaya Smash, and Lemonade Stand
Zorvino Vineyards is turning up the creativity this summer with their refreshing Z Lab Series—seasonal blends that bring the spirit of your favorite cocktails to your wine glass. Each small-batch creation is handcrafted with bold, fruit-forward flavors and a sense of fun that makes them perfect for sunny afternoons and summer gatherings. Whether you’re a wine lover or just in the mood for something summery these deliver vibrant, seasonal flavor.
