Although growing grapes in northeastern Connecticut provides us with the challenge of harsh winter weather, our vineyard (which is situated on a 700 foot slope) provides us with a microclimate that mimics many of the wine regions of Europe. In fact, our latitudinal location is comparable to that of Rome, Italy. Our vineyard's microclimate affords us the luxury of growing such vinifera grapes as Chardonnay and Cabernet Franc.

We planted our first grapevines in 1992. The vineyard has now expanded to 25 acres which include plantings of Chardonnay, Melon de Bourgogne and Vignoles for white wines; and Cabernet Franc, Carmine and St. Criox for red wine. We are continuing our vineyard expansion program with plantings of Riesling, Dornfelder, Gamay, and Landot Noir which will begin to produce crops with this years vintage.

To date our wines have been awarded over 230 medals in National & International Wine Competitions. In a recent issue The Wine Spectator gave our reserve Chardonnay 90 points, outscoring many famous Chardonnays from all over the world.

  
 
Our Wines:  
Ballet of Angels    
 
Ballet of Angels
Bottle:  $11.49 		  
  A crisp and semi-dry white wine with a lovely floral bouquet. It has flavors of citrus and pear with a long finish. We suggest serving this wine well chilled as an aperitif or with spicy foods.

Ballet of Angels has received 74 medals including:		  
 
 
  
 
  		• Double Gold - 2006 & 2008 Florida State Fair International Wine Competition
     
  		• Double Gold - 2003 Tasters Guild
     
  		• Gold Medals - 1999,2003 Amenti Del Vino International
     
  		• Gold Medals - 2001, 2005, 2006 Tasters Guild International Wine Competition
     
  		• Gold Medals - 2003, 2004, 2005, 2007 Florida State Fair International Wine Competition
     
  		• Gold Medal - 2005,2006 Colorado State Fair International Wine Competition Silver Medal - 2001 Amenti del Vino International Wine Competition
     
  		• Silver Medal - 1997 World Wine Championships
     
  		• Silver Medal - 1997, 1999, 2000, 2002, 2007 Taster's Guild International Wine Judging
     
  		• Silver Medal - 1997, 1998, 1999, 2003 International Eastern Wine Competition
     
  		• Silver Medal - 2000, 2001, 2004, 2007 American Wine Society
     
  		• Silver Medal - 2000, 2004 San Diego National Wine Competition
     
  		• Silver Medal - 2000, 2004 San Francisco International Wine Competition
     
  		• Silver Medal - 2001 Finger Lakes International
     
  		• Silver Medal - 2001 American Wine Society
     
  		• Silver Medal - 2001 Amenti del Vino
     
  		• Silver Medal - 2002, 2005, 2006 Dallas Morning News Wine Competition
     
  		• Silver Medal - 2002 Florida State Fair International Wine Competition
     
  		• Silver Medal - 2002 Indy International
     
  		• Silver Medal - 2002 Tasters Guild
     
  		• Silver Medal - 2002 Intervin
     
  		• Silver Medal - 2003, 2006 International Eastern Wine Competition
     
  		• Silver Medal - 2003 Lone Star International
     
  		• Silver Medal - 2003 Colorodo State Fair & Exposition Commercial Wine Competition
     
  		• Silver Medal - Hilton Head Wine Festival
     
  		• Silver Medal - San Diego Nat Wine Competition
     
  		• Silver Medal - 2007 Big E Northeast Wine Competition
    		 
    		 
    Sharpe Hill Vineyard American Chardonnay    
     
    Sharpe Hill Vineyard American Chardonnay

    Bottle:  $12.99     		  
      A full bodied Chardonnay with a hint of oak. Our American barrel fermented Chardonnay pairs well with all seafood and poultry dishes.
    The American Chardonnay has received 46 medals including:     		 
     
     
    		  
     
  		• Gold Medal - 2006 Atlantic Seaboard Vinifera Wine Competition
     
  		• Gold Medal - 2003, 2004 Lone Star International
     
  		• Gold Medal - 1999 Tasters Guild International Wine Judging
     
  		• Gold Medal - 2007 Big E Northeast Gold Wine Competition
     
  		• Silver Medal - 1999 San Diego International Wine Judging
     
  		• Silver Medal - 1997, 2001, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 Tasters Guild International Wine Judging
     
  		• Silver Medal - 1997, 1998, 1999 International Eastern Wine Competition
     
  		• Silver Medal - 2000, 2003 L.A. County Fair
     
  		• Silver Medal - 2003 Tasters Guild
     
  		• Silver Medal - 2004 Atlanta International Wine Summit
     
  		• Silver Medal - 2008 Dallas Morning News Wine Competition
     
  		• Silver Medal - 2008 Pacific Rim International Wine Competition
    		 
    		 
    Sharpe Hill Vineyard Reserve Chardonnay    
     
    Sharpe Hill Vineyard Reserve Chardonnay

    Bottle:  $15.99     		  
      A well balanced, crisp Chardonnay with good fruit flavors. It is a 100% estate grown blend of Chardonnay and Melon de Bourgogne. Serve with all light fare especially seafood.
    The Reserve Chardonnay has received 13 medals including:    		  
     
     
    		  
     
  		• Gold Medal - 2001 Tasters Guild International Wine Competition
     
  		• Gold Medal - 2004 Dolce Heritage Silver Grape Festival
     
  		• Silver Medal - 2002, 2004, 2006 Tasters Guild International Wine Competition
    		 
    		 
    Red Seraph    
     
    Red Seraph
    Bottle:  $12.99     		  
      A dry red table wine featuring a robust blend of Merlot and St. Croix. This exquisitely colored ruby red wine is soft and smooth. The perfect accompaniment to beef, lamb and pasta dishes.

    The Red Seraph has received 17 medals including:     		 
     
     
    		  
     
  		• Gold Medal - 2007 Tasters Guild International Wine Judging
     
  		• Silver Medal- 1999 Riverside, California International Wine Judging
     
  		• Silver Medal - 1999, 2001, 2003 Tasters Guild International Wine Judging
     
  		• Silver Medal - 2000 Atlanta Wine Summit
     
  		• Silver Medal - 2003 Tasters Guild
    		 
    		 
    St. Croix    
     
    St. Croix

    Bottle:  $17.99     		  
      A Rhone style red wine made completely from estate grown, hand picked St. Croix grapes aged in oak barrels for over 18 months. The St. Croix is unique and elegantly dry with a smooth buttery finish. A perfect accompaniment to beef, lamb, and pasta dishes.

    The St. Croix has received 18 medals including:    		  
     
     
    		  
     
  		• Gold Medals - 2000, 2001, 2002 Tasters Guild International Wine Judging
     
  		• Silver Medal - 2003, 2004, 2007 Tasters Guild
     
  		• Silver Medal - 2003 American Wine Society
    		 
    		 
    Cabernet Franc    
     
    Cabernet Franc

    Bottle:  $17.49     		  
      A Bordeaux style wine that is made entirely from Cabernet Franc grapes. This wine has a classic Cabernet bouquet and a delicate soft finish. We suggest serving this wine with all red meat dishes as well as chocolate desserts.

    The Cabernet Franc has received 19 medals including:     		 
     
     
    		  
     
  		• Silver Medal - 1998, 2000, 2001, 2003, 2006, 2007 Tasters Guild International Wine Judging
     
  		• Silver Medal - 2000 Dallas Morning News Wine Competition
    		 
    		 
    Select Late Harvest    
     
    Select Late Harvest

    Bottle:  $24.99     		  
      A wine that is made entirely from estate grown, handpicked botrytised Vingnoles. This wine is a mouthfilling blend of honey and fruit, with a nicely balanced level of acidity, and a bouquet of peaches and apricots as well as a remarkably long finish. (This wine is not available by the case.)

    The Select Late Harvest is currently sold out. The next vintage will be released in upcoming months.

    The Select Late Harvest has received 32 medals including:    		  
     
     
    		  
     
  		• Gold Medal - 2000 American Wine Society International Tasting
     
  		• Gold Medals - 2001, 2005, 2006 Tasters Guild International Wine Competition
     
  		• Gold Medal - 2001 Amenti del Vino International Wine Competition
     
  		• Gold Medal - 2002 Intervin International
     
  		• Gold Medal - 2003 Lone Star International
     
  		• Gold Medal - 2004 Dolce Heritage Silver Grape Festival
     
  		• Silver Medal - 1997 Pacific Rim International Wine Competition
     
  		• Silver Medal - 1999, 2002, 2004, 2007 Tasters Guild International Wine Judging
     
  		• Silver Medal - 1997, 1998 International Eastern Wine Competition
     
  		• Silver Medal - 2002, 2003 Amenti del Vino
     
  		• Silver Medal - 2002, 2004 Tasters Guild International
     
  		• Silver Medal - 2004 San Francisco International Wine Competition
     
  		• Score 87 - Wine Spectator
    		 
    		 
    Sharpe Hill Dry Riesling    
     
    Sharpe Hill Dry Riesling
    Bottle:  $14.99     		  
      A fragrant dry Riesling with a lovely a floral bouquet and complex citrus flavors. It is best served with seafood and Asian fusion dishes.

    Our Dry Riesling has received 6 medals in international competitions.    		  
     
     
    		  
    		 
    Cuvee Ammi Phillips    
     
    Cuvee Ammi Phillips
    Bottle:  $22.99     		  
      Our limited edition Cuvee is made completely in brand new French Oak barrels with Chardonnay grapes from North Fork, Long Island. This full bodied Chardonnay is best when served with salmon/seafood or poultry dishes. Released summer of 2006.

    The Cuvee Ammi Phillips Chardonnay has received 6 medals in Competitions and has received the highest score for a New England wine by Wine Spectator magazine. Unfortunately the Cuvee Ammi Phillips is sold out.    		  
     
     
    		  
     
  		• Score 90 - Wine Spectator July 31, 2007 Issue
     
  		• Gold Medal - 2007 Dallas Morning News International Competition
     
  		• Gold Medal - 2007 Big E Northeast Gold Wine Competition
     
  		• Silver Medal - 2007 American Wine Society Commercial Competition
    		 
    		 
    Dry Summer Rose    
     
    Dry Summer Rose
    Bottle:  $14.99     		  
      Released summertime 2006 our dry Rose is beautifully colored and aromatic with hints of strawberry. This wine has received 4 medals in International Competitions.

    The Rose has received 4 medals in International Competitions.