Definitely worth a stop when in the Waterbury area. Smugglers' Notch Distillery is in the same…read moreplaza as Cabot Creamery and Lake Champlain Chocolates, so there is a lot to see and taste here. After looking at the very attractive displays showcasing each product made at the Distillery, my daughter and I opted to share a tasting. We chose the Moroccan Rose and Grapefruit Flavored Vodka to start and I loved the distinct fruity taste without the sugary sweetness. Next was the Maple Gin, which was lovely as well. Our server told us she likes to mix it with muddled blueberries and ginger beer for a refreshing summertime mule, and I agree that does sound delicious. Our third taste was the Bourbon Maple Cream Liquor, which was so delicious, and we finished the tasting with the Maple Cram Liquor, which was smooth, sweet, and went down very easily. We were impressed with the cleanliness of the store - everything was sparkly clean and shining. The layout of the displays was so attractive. We will definitely stop there again on our next trip to VT.

Beautiful tasting room and easy access if you're just passing through! There is plenty of parking…read moreand other things to do including a Cabot's creamery, a chocolate shop and a sandwich shop for lunch! The tasting room is small with a single counter for tasting and a wall of bottles for purchase but it's well worth the wait if needed. You can even sample the syrups while you wait for free! Our hostess was very informative about all of the spirits and very appreciative of each of her customers. She talked a bit fast but that's understandable in the environment, it's busy!! We each did a tasting, the special tasting and the regular, so we got to try almost everything! Our cabinet and fridge got a few new additions with the canned vodka sodas and a single barrel. I highly recommend a stop and a tasting of the Hopped Gin, whether you're a gin drinker or not!! We visited in August 2024.

Great spot! Truly amazing views. Really fun place to enjoy some local wine. Food truck came late…read moreafternoon as well! We'll be back!

GORGEOUS. I can't believe there aren't that more reviews!…read more Atop a beautiful hill- great view of sailboats on the water, along with benches/ Hackey sack/ and plenty of seating! We had a semi-dry, sweet wine tasting! Our assessments: 1. Maple - our favorite! I personally couldn't taste the maple as much but undeniably sweet, but not very that it's overwhelming 2. Brianna - smooth, not too rich, a close runner up to the Maple 3. Highlands Blush - taste like strawberry! Delicious! 4. Arctic Fox - cool and smooth. Wasn't a favorite among the group, but personally I wanted a bottle. 5. Riesling - still delicious, but no surprises here - expected 6. Aromella - very fruity! Looked like a family was running this place. The older lady who served us was so friendly and explained how they make their own maple syrup too! We bought a bunch and can't wait to try.

We had a great experience at Shelburne Vineyard yesterday choosing varieties of wine for our…read moreupcoming wedding. Ruby welcomed us to the tasting room and patiently poured and explored with us the several kinds we were considering. It was a lot of fun, an experience we highly recommend as a part of wedding preparations. We left with a case of excellent bottles of reds, whites, and cider that we are excited to share with our guests.

Went to the vineyard on a whim and it did not disappoint. Starting with the wines, they could be…read morehit or miss. It really depends on your palette, and you have to understand that the grapes local to the area will not be your typical grapes. My family got flights, both sweet and dry. We really liked the 2023 Louise and 2022 Marquette. In fact, the Marquette was the best of the bunch from my point of view. The ciders were both really sweet, but the Eden Angeljus was pretty good and reminiscent of Mead. The Riesling was also a favorite. We got a cheeseboard for two, and that was freaking delicious. It came with a maple cranberry preserve that was out of this world. But the cheese, and even the crackers, were exceptionally good, too. Beyond that, the service was exemplary. Ruby in particular was a joy to talk to and quite good at her job. Finally, the live music they had playing was surprisingly good. I did not expect that kind of quality on a random Saturday in May. I highly recommend going to this winery.

Absolutely loved it here this afternoon. Wonderful wine, and it's so great to actually discuss them…read morewith the winemaker. Beautiful space, it's so peaceful and relaxing. We will be so glad to visit again.

This is now my favorite wine I have had. Highly recommend. Can't wait to get more and try different…read morekinds.

There's no place quite like it. Everything from the energy of the space and staff, to the…read morethoughtful methods they use to harvest, to the incredible wines and local food is unmatched. Makes you forget you're on Earth! I visited Fable when I was in Vermont and I've been dreaming about the day I can be back for another glass

From the owner: Fable Farm Fermentory is a farm-based winery crafting wild fermented ciders, wines, vinegars, and…read moreother farm made non-alcoholic beverages. Fable is part of a family of organizations dedicated to sustainable land management, rural development, and fostering community. The farm hosts Thursday evening events with live music and farm-fresh food. The farm also welcomes visitors into its tasting room on Saturdays. The idyllic setting also provides a magical backdrop for weddings and private events all year round!

My first experience at this place was just okay. Good beer and a decent food menu. The service by…read morethe waitress behind the bar was not exactly stellar. Not very friendly and not too attentive. Maybe she was just having a bad day but I definitely wasn't feeling the love .

We had a party of 8 come in and we were totally fine waiting if we needed to, since we know…read morerestaurants prefer that larger parties have reservations. Unfortunately this was a very last minute decision. The hostess was very accommodating and put together 2 tables for us, which was great! Our server though was just rude. I've never had to leave a review regarding rude service before. Food overall was great though!! If I go visit VT again I would consider going, I just hope not to have that server in particular.

This place opened up recently on College St. My husband first spotted it driving by one day and…read moremade a note for us to go check it out. I'm very glad we did. We were warmly greeted, and they inquired if we were there for a table/bar seating, or the retail shop. We sat at the bar, and there were other customers at tables enjoying a glass and engrossed in conversation. They offer a small snack menu, along with a selection of wines, and they have a good knowledge and will provide counsel on the options. We ordered the ricotta toast and the lonzo, a ham similar to prosciutto. Both were delicious! The lonzo comes with a drizzle of quality olive oil on top, and a sprinkle of salt, and a dab of mustard. The ricotta toast (no pic sorry) was also tasty. The space leans to industrial loft, but is warm and invites conversations and relaxation. The shop also has a retail space, and a monthly wine club subscription is an option. It is separated from the restaurant, but not a quirk of their shop, but archaic Vermont liquor laws. We decide to subscribe and picked up our first selections to take home.

Perfect in so many ways! Beautiful space, kind and knowledgable folks, amazing natural wines and…read morewell-designed small plates menu. We sat at the bar for glasses of wine with lots of treats: a bowl of yummy olives, fancy tinned fish, bresaola, mind-blowing new award-winning blue cheese from Jasper Hill (withersbrook) and a cherry, tomato, almond, burratini salad...all served with slices of excellent bread. Perfect accompaniments to each plate: lemon and garlic with the fish, cherry conserves with the cheese, etc... We'll be back again and again, with friends in tow.

We did the wine tour followed by the wine tasting. The owners provided an excellent story of how…read morethey got into the business and how they make the wine. The vibe there is relaxed and has a nice clean modern look to the place. We sampled 10 different wines, and we had some excellent wines. Everyone was super nice. Bought some wines. Fun times.

The place was cheery and bright. Lots of people eating. We came for a wine tasting…read more Service was very slow with two folks behind the bar juggling about six or seven separate groups doing tastings. It took us over an hour to get through the wines and ciders. Slow but nice... enthusiastic even, but so slow. Our feet were hurting from standing. The wines were certainly interesting. No grapes were harmed in any way at this winery. All were made with various berries from the area. I will admit that they have developed some very good berry based wines that are superior to the typical blueberry or huckleberry wine I've tasted. Still it's difficult to mimic a good Pinot Noir without grapes, etc. I could make a better argument for trying their ciders. I enjoyed a few of them. I did not try any sweet wines, so there may be a gem or two amongst those. Interesting place. One try was enough for me.

I absolutely loved this place!! Their wines are made with no added sugar or preservatives, and it…read moredoesn't give you that headache some of us get after having a few glasses. The tasting room looks like it's in a converted garage, and the interior is so cozy cute. My fiancée and I were the only ones there during a weekday visit, and loved how quiet and peaceful it felt. We took a bottle of the red home since we loved it so much - I will definitely be back!

This is a super cute place, I didn't realize it was on a camping ground but it's cute! There is…read moreample outdoor seating and a small table Inside. The staff is super sweet and took great care of us. We got a flight and that was nice. I just wish they had more options.

Friendly people and great Vermont wine are what makes this place so special. The fact that the…read morespace itself is so beautiful is just a nice bonus. I stop by here every time I come to town - it's a bit of a hidden gem.

Really enjoyed this awesome tasting room - great vibes, amazing wines and delicious snacks. We went…read morewith friends and can't wait to go back!!!