Beautiful Blue Mountain! The wine tasting tour was fabulous . Very knowledgeable docent for sure!…read moreShe was very enthusiastic. You could tell she loves her job! It made all the difference in the experience My absolute favorite sweet wine made right from their vineyard, mountain Frost! I had to buy a bottle for sure. Leslie, the Easter flight was simply amazing, naturally I went with all sweet wines

Nice rustic indoor venue, plus a modern beautiful exterior deck overlooking ponds. Inside has two…read morerooms with high ceilings. Back room for private parties. Quite noisy! Staff was friendly and help. They offer flights and glasses, or bottles of dry and sweet whites, dry and sweet reds. Sweet slushies flights or by the glass. There are two different sized charcuterie boards and a few other light bites. Today they had a 'dip off'. Employees made a dip to share with guests. Guests voted on their favorite. Fun idea! There was also a good musician from 2-5. Be sure to check out their event calendar. Ps. You can bring your own snacks! But, their charcuterie board is awesome!

The winery is a beautiful way to end a weekend. They have a variety of wines from dry to sweet and…read moreeach have their own taste, nothing tasting like the other. The service is amazing and the staff if friendly and informative. I appreciate this winery and will deff come back again.

Ended up going on the first nice day of the season. When we first arrived there were a decent…read moreamount of tables available and no lines but by the time we were leaving it had definitely filled up. Overall a huge space with many different seating options. The flights were pre-poured which made ordering super easy and quick. The food trucks were tasty and fast as well. The variety of options was enjoyable as they had a coffee bar, baked goods, pizza, American and Mexican options. Another plus was they had free bottled water. I live next to many wineries and have not seen this at any others. Overall highly recommend! They even had live music and special glasses for Easter!

What great tasting and experience at Cellar Beast. I know a little bit about wine, enough to get…read moreme into and keep me out of trouble when shopping and visiting local vineyards. Most PA vineyards and "winery's" are a lot like the proliferation of micro breweries - all the same and all not so great. Certainly there are exceptions. Cellar beast is taking a different approach - bringing west coast grapes to PA and making some spectacular wine. We did the Barrel Surf with the head winemaker, Matt Check. It was great. Matt explained everything about the tasting process for the day and his approach to wine making. Super fun for any foodie and wine lover.

I was happy to have been chosen as a reader for "Once Upon a Glass of Wine" where the stellar…read moresommelier, Jessi Lee Ross, served as hostess for the event. The establishment is open with a mellow atmosphere. Even in its sparseness, the winehouse exudes a tone of relaxation. Although I have liked a glass of wine on occasion from one of Pennsylvania's many wineries, it's clear that the bulk are either watered down or are equivalent to grape juice. But Cellar Beast does everything right. EVERYTHING. The wines are robust with unique flavors. They are far from sweet or weak. The event I took part in came with a wine pairing for each reading. The wines were sensational -- and memorable. My girlfriend and I cannot wait to visit again. If you want a quality wine tasting experience visit the Beast and enjoy the best.

Reserved a table on the porch area & the views were stunning! Food was incredible (chicken nachos &…read morejam/goat flatbread). Server Desi) was so attentive & friendly. Wines & beers were also delicious! Would definitely go visit again!

Came on a weekday afternoon with a group of 6 adults and 1 toddler. We were able to sit in an…read moreenclosed gazebo which was great since it was sunny but super windy. After getting the menu from inside, we went back in to order drinks and some food to snack on. Everyone enjoyed their drinks (flight of beers, flight of wines, some cocktails and non-alcoholic Dry Secco). Charcuterie was very nice while the sliders and flatbread weren't the best. We were able to hangout without anyone bothering us. There's now a small playground set up which was great for the toddler.

This is my happy place! The view is spectacular. The wine is great and the owners are so friendly…read moreand welcoming.

I found this winery when I was staying at Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania. It is about a 20-minute drive…read morefrom Jim Thorpe. If you're ever in the area I would definitely suggest going to this winery. It is located on top of a mountain and the scenery is absolutely beautiful. I came during the winter and it still looks stunning. I can only imagine how it would be in the summertime. I've been to Napa valley and I would say this rivals the beauty of some of the wineries in Napa. Save your flight money and just come to Pennsylvania to this winery. My wife and I had a tasting and some wines. I liked better than others but that's usually how it is at every winery. I really enjoyed two out of the five wines that I tasted so I bought a bottle of the wine that I loved and I ordered a glass of the wine that I liked. The woman who poured my wine was very knowledgeable and seemed to be really into the wine. She also mentioned that she was a cousin to the owner so it really gave me family vibes in this establishment. They also had a separate cheese company putting together cheese plates. So we definitely ordered that as well. This winery has a couple of goods for sale, potatoes, t-shirts, and tchotchkes. I definitely bought a bag of potatoes that is grown on the farm and they were delicious. Inside the winery there was a very cool vibe with a lot of people having tastings. Everybody was in good spirits. Did I mention that the views are spectacular while you're drinking. We couldn't drink outside because it was so cold but I would definitely love to come during the nicer months weather wise. I have zero complaints with this winery and I cannot wait to come back.

Easy private lot parking, big open space, with lots of outdoor and indoor seating; they had yard…read moregames set up, music playing, and friendly welcoming hellos. It was a party to arrive to. (We were there on cornhole tournament day, which was hilarious because it was a bunch of beer drinking men competing for free bottles of wine.) Their tastings are $5 for any number of wines, with the fee waived if you buy a bottle. (which at their prices, you might as well) They have a large selection of dry whites, reds, and sweet varietals, however their tasting menu was not separated into any actual wine varietal order besides white and red. This was annoying because the pourer wanted to 'go down the list', while we tried to go in typical pallete order. They seemed to focus on sweeter wines, with even the typical dry red varietals having a sweeter finish. We really didn't connect with any of the wines, but ended up purchasing a bottle of red to cook with (because it was practical with the waiving the tasting fee). The pourers are younger helpers, who didn't really know about the wine to provide any information minus the name, but it didn't seem like the atmosphere where you'd get a wine lesson, history of their winery, or info on their choices. Though I did try asking. Overall, it seems like a fun spot if you're a local going to hang out with friends drinking sangria slushies, but as a wine lover it'd pass. I only rate two stars because they were nice people.

Folino Winery offers a spacious tasting room with an attached gift shop and an impressive variety…read moreof wines, including Barbera and Cabernet Franc. Amanda, who guided my tasting, was courteous, friendly, and knowledgeable as she poured my selections and chatted about the different profiles. In general, the wines are lighter as compared to California wines. I didn't have any wine that I didn't like here. The tasting was $15 and bottles varied from $18 on up. Definitely moderate prices. The day was cloudy and cold, so I didn't explore the outdoor area, but it looked like a pleasant space for warmer weather. I visited only the tasting room and did not check out the restaurant. I took home a couple of bottles, including one of their sangria-style wines that caught my curiosity. I'm looking forward to pairing it at home and sharing it with guests. Folino is a nice stop if you're exploring the Jim Thorpe area in the Poconos of Pennsylvania. Thank you for your friendly hospitality!

Elite-worthy impromptu date night…read more Folino Estate Winery absolutely delivered from start to finish. We jumped into a blind wine tasting featuring six wines--three whites and three reds--complete with a fun guessing sheet that made the experience interactive and playful. Kenzie was a standout host: knowledgeable without being stuffy, engaging, and genuinely passionate about the winery. She shared great insight into the wines and Folino's story while keeping the tasting relaxed and fun. Huge thanks to her for setting the tone for the night. We stayed for dinner afterward and the food was excellent. From the appetizers to the entrées, everything was delicious and beautifully prepared. Pair that with the stunning scenery and it made for an ideal date-night atmosphere. Shoutout to our waitress Morgan A, who was attentive, friendly, and handled everything with ease and always with a smile. Thoughtful experiences, great service, and a gorgeous setting, this is exactly why Folino Estate earns its Elite stamp. Already looking forward to our next visit .

If you love wine you're staying anywhere near camelback mountain, you have to stop by. It is an…read moreinstallation of the blue ridge estate. The setup is cozy, and inviting. The hours are great to pick up a bottle or two before heading back up the mountain. The staff are knowledgeable, i was asked what types of wines I generally enjoy and then offered free samples so that I could taste before buying a bottle. I liked the option of trying the wines without having to purchase a flight. After a day of fun I decided on a bottle of sweet reds. Their red raspberry hit that sweet spot though I also really enjoyed their sauvignon blanc. I will definitely be back to visit the large estate on my next trip to the Poconos!

The light fixtures are all custom made by the owners and the gold tree with crystals is…read morebreathtaking! The staff were friendly and engaging. This is not the main winery and does not serve food.

First visit to Black River Farms and it was a wonderful experience. They have a wide variety of…read morewines and spirits. Service was excellent by a knowledgeable staff to help with selections. Also enjoyed the live music performance by Stefanie & Mike. They are excellent musicians, and made the visit even more enjoyable. Plan to visit again, especially when the weather warms up, as they have a large outdoor area for a wonderful relaxing time.

Came in for a tasting, they do flights at the table. Not huge fan, but at least we could pick what…read morewe wanted to try. Only 3 wines per flight so you don't get to try much. Full disclosure, we didn't love any of the wines, but they may just be our palate. We also ordered the sweet potato chip, clearly bagged chips. Overall the place was nice, just didn't knock our socks off. And we absolutely prefer a traditional guided tasting over a flight.