6 Best Wineries Near Westford, MA

The Westford area of Massachusetts offers an abundance of delights, from picturesque parks to stunning ski slopes. When you’re looking for something a little more leisure-driven, however, you may want to slow down and explore some of the local dining and wining experiences. You’ll find a wide range of vineyards and wineries near Westford that offer the perfect option for a laid-back afternoon.

These top picks are all within a short drive of Westford, giving you the perfect opportunity to hop in your new vehicle and take a short scenic trip to some of our local highlights. Try these winery experiences for your next day out:

Willow Spring Vineyards

The Willow Spring winery is housed in a painstakingly restored 18th-century barn. Updated with geothermal heating and cooling and solar panels, this construction embodies the ideal combination of historical charm and modern efficiency. With over 25 sprawling acres beyond the barn, the landscape is perfect for relaxing on the wraparound porch with a delicious glass of wine at hand.

At Willow Spring Vineyards, you’ll find distinctive varietals with a particular emphasis on French hybrid grapes. Many of the wines, such as the Marechal Foch and Chardonnay, are 100% estate-grown. Others feature a blend of Willow Spring grapes and other locally grown varieties. You can even find specialty wines, such as rhubarb wine and Indulgence, a Leon Millot infused with dark chocolate. Order a flight to try four flavors in one convenient sitting.

Location: 840 W. Lowell Ave., Haverhill.

Hours: 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays from April through December.

Nashoba Valley Winery

Nashoba Valley Winery offers an abundance of memorable experiences, situated alongside a brewery, distillery, orchard, and restaurant. If you’re interested in sampling a selection of fine Nashoba Valley wines, you can reserve a tasting experience in the seated indoor tasting room. Each tasting features eight distinctive wines. Guests who would like to delve deeper into the story behind these wines can schedule a weekend tour. These tours last for around 45 minutes and include a tasting of five wines and a commemorative wine glass.

If you’d prefer to enjoy your tasting outdoors, you can book a table at Vintner’s Knoll. At this outdoor dining venue, you can order food and drinks to your table via a convenient QR code. The menu includes wraps, sandwiches, flatbreads, and light bites, such as charcuterie boards and pretzel boards. For an indoor dining experience, head to J’s Restaurant. Conveniently located on-site, this restaurant serves a mouthwatering menu with dishes such as roasted Statler chicken, Hudson Valley duck, and New England halibut. The Nashoba Valley Winery can cater to any type of experience.

Location: 100 Wattaquadock Hill Road, Bolton.

Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday through Wednesday and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday through Saturday for the retail store. Dining hours vary.

Broken Creek Vineyard

Broken Creek Vineyard encompasses a converted barn and around 5 acres of grape vines and fruit. The vineyard produces both estate-grown wines and varieties made with imported grapes from Washington, California, Chile, and South Africa. All wines served here are produced on-site.

Though Broken Creek Vineyard does not serve food, you can pre-order a charcuterie tray through their partner, charCUTErie Woo. Outside food is welcome as well. However, you must take all of your trash home with you, so plan accordingly.

Location: 614 South St., Shrewsbury.

Hours: 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

Alfalfa Farm Winery

Alfalfa Farm Winery is family-owned and operated, offering a charming and friendly experience for every visitor. The grounds date back 300 years and once served as a dairy farm. You can stop in for a public wine tasting of five wines with a signature wine glass any time the facility is open.

You can also book a private tasting for larger groups. A private classic tasting lasts for 90 minutes and requires 10 to 20 guests. With a group of 15 or more, you can book the two-hour gourmet tasting complete with cheese, pepperoni, and crackers. With 25 people or more, you can opt for the vintner’s tasting, which lasts for two-and-a-half hours and includes a selection of appetizers, sandwiches, and wraps.

Location: 267 Rowley Bridge Road, Topsfield.

Hours: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

Mill River Winery

Mill River Winery is a female-owned business that serves three distinctive labels. The Mill River Winery Signature label features handcrafted dry-styled varietals. The Collector’s Edition label includes a selection of artisan dry-styled wines. Sample the Plum Island Series for off-dry to semi-sweet wines that are thoughtfully crafted to evoke images of the Great Marsh and beach.

You can try a wine tasting flight of four pre-selected varieties or order your own selections by the bottle or glass. Mill River Winery also serves a menu of small bites to accompany your wines. Choose from options such as olive tapenade with crackers, herb dip and pretzels, or raspberry petite cookies. Reservations are strongly recommended.

Location: 498 Newburyport Turnpike, Rowley.

Hours: 12:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday to Saturday and 12:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday.

Hardwick Vineyard & Winery

Hardwick Vineyard & Winery is housed in a painstakingly restored 1795 mansion. The winery serves a diverse selection of wines, including Yankee Boy White, Yankee Girl Blush, and Hardwick Red. The Hardwick collection also features an extensive range of wines that go beyond mere grapes, such as the Massetts Cranberry, Baystate Blueberry, Harvest Maple, Pioneer Pumpkin, Valley Asparagus, Chocolate Raspberry, Hardwick Honey, and Enfield Apricot.

You can sample these wines by the glass or in a flight as you soak up the charming atmosphere. Hardwick Vineyard & Winery also features live music from talented local musicians to enhance your experience.

Location: 3305 Greenwich Road, Hardwick.

Hours: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday to Thursday and 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

Do you know of a great local winery that we missed? Contact our team at Nucar Honda of Westford and let us know. We love providing our customers with the best recommendations in the area for celebrating their new purchase from our lot.

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