Scheduled for November 1-30, the Garden State Wine Growers Association Leads this Celebration of New Jersey Grape Growing, Winemaking, and Agritourism
Haddonfield, NJ (October 2, 2024) – Say goodbye to New Jersey Wine Week – and say cheers to New Jersey Wine Month! Running November 1-30, this celebration highlights Garden State wine growers, vineyards, and wineries. Garnering heightened excitement is the inaugural signature event, the NJ WINE EXPO on November 9th at Bell Works in Holmdel, NJ.
“Our neighbors in Pennsylvania and New York celebrate their wines for an entire month,” says Devon Perry, Executive Director of the Garden State Wine Growers Association. “Now, New Jersey has a full 30 days to recognize our state’s 60+ wineries and vineyards! New Jersey Wine Month is perfectly timed to coincide with the gorgeous harvest season and before the busy holiday season sets in. Join us for a glass of wine, from Sussex County to Cape May, and everywhere in between!”
“I am excited to join the Garden State Wine Growers Association in expanding NJ Wine Week to a month-long celebration of New Jersey wine this November” said Ed Wengryn, NJ Secretary of Agriculture.” As the fall harvest season begins to wrap up it is a perfect time for people to get out and see our vineyards and explore our wineries, trying the best of what our winegrowers produce. As the holiday season approaches it offers people the chance to add a taste of NJ to their Thanksgiving and holiday meals and gift giving.”
Director of New Jersey Division of Travel and Tourism, Jeffery Vasser shares, “The November 9th NJ Wine Expo offers participants an opportunity to meet our state’s passionate winemakers, explore 130 of New Jersey’s best vintages, and enjoy expert presentations. As visitors journey through Garden State Wine Country, they’ll not only discover our picturesque vineyards, but also our charming attractions, welcoming accommodations and top-notch culinary experiences that perfectly pair with New Jersey wines. We invite everyone to savor the pours and scenic beauty that make New Jersey a top destination for wine lovers.”
Professor Donna Albano of Stockton University shares: “I am thrilled to be kicking off New Jersey Wine Month on the road in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, where I will be presenting ‘Taste of the Garden State, Exploring New Jersey’s Wine Regions’ at the annual American Wine Society National Conference.”
Lori A. Pepenella, President of the New Jersey Tourism Industry Association, shares: “The New Jersey Tourism Industry Association (NJTIA), as the leading advocate for travel and tourism in the Garden State, celebrates New Jersey Wine Month and the New Jersey Wine Expo. This is an opportunity for everyone to explore the innate beauty of our state and highlights the fantastic experiences that our wineries provide. The NJTIA recognizes the unique character that New Jersey wines infuse into local cuisine, events, activities, getaways, and significant moments throughout our beloved state.”
New Jersey Wine Month features:
- November 1: New Jersey Wine Month kicks off at American Wine Society’s National Convention
- November 9: Join us at our inaugural signature event, the New Jersey Wine Expo with the largest gathering of NJ winemakers in history (Media Passes Available)
- New Limited Edition Passport to New Jersey Wine Country booklets available at winery tasting rooms across the Garden State!
- Special events at wineries all month long
- A new partnership with the New Jersey Restaurant & Hospitality Association to highlight restaurants that serve New Jersey wines
- BYO New Jersey wine to BYOBs across the state, share photos with the hashtag #NJWineMonth2024 for a chance to be featured on social media
- November 29: NJ Holiday Wine Trail Black Friday Weekend
Garden State Wine Growers Association (GSWGA), a coalition of 60+ New Jersey wineries and vineyards dedicated to promoting and supporting the Garden State’s wine industry through information, resources, and advocacy, leads this annual celebration, which showcases the rapid growth and success of the New Jersey wine industry. With more than 60 wineries and vineyards spanning from Sussex County to Cape May, New Jersey Wine Month underscores the rich diversity and quality of wines in the region.
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New Jersey Wine Month is supported in part by grant funding from the New Jersey Division of Travel and Tourism and New Jersey Department of Agriculture.
To arrange interviews with winemakers or coordinate live coverage from the vineyards, please reach out to segelassociates@gmail.com. Thank you for considering – Cheers to New Jersey wine!
About Garden State Wine Growers Association
The Garden State Wine Growers Association is a non-profit organization of New Jersey-based wineries, vineyards and allied businesses. It serves as a centralized information repository, resource and clearing house for industry members, and offers a unified voice advocating for issues important to the entire range of New Jersey winery and vineyard operations. Central to this mission are efforts toward branding, marketing, public relations, education, and legislation and regulation for the furtherance of the vineyard and wine industries in the Garden State. For more information, visit www.NewJerseyWines.com or the socials included: Instagram, Facebook, and X (Twitter).
