Hopkins Vineyard

New Preston, CT

Hopkins Vineyard

Address: 25 Hopkins Road, New Preston, CT
State: Connecticut
Website: https://www.hopkinsvineyard.com

Overview
Hopkins Vineyard is one of those places where you show up “just for a tasting” and end up spending the whole afternoon. Set on a hillside overlooking Lake Waramaug, the views are incredible year-round—especially with a glass of estate-grown wine in hand. It’s been family-owned for over 40 years, and it shows in the way the place runs: friendly, down-to-earth, and proud of what they pour.

The wine list leans white and sparkling, with a few reds and rosés to round things out. You can sample a flight inside the cozy 19th-century barn-turned-tasting room, or grab a bottle and head outside to one of the picnic tables or Adirondack chairs overlooking the water. They often host live music and small events, but even on a quiet day, it’s a lovely place to settle in.

Why It’s Worth a Stop
The combination of lake views, laid-back energy, and solid local wine makes this a no-brainer for a casual date, a weekend outing, or an easy detour when you’re in the area.

What to Know Before You Go

• Open year-round, with indoor and outdoor seating
• Flights, glasses, and bottles available
• Small cheese plates for sale; picnics welcome
• Check their website or social for live music dates
• Popular in fall—go early for the best seating

Fun Fact
The vineyard has been in the Hopkins family for over 200 years, originally as a dairy farm before transitioning to wine in the late 1970s.