My husband and I moved to the area 3 years ago and have been meaning to check out WVW, so it was only fitting we used a visiting guest as the best excuse to drive up. It was a really enjoyable and economical experience. Each person picks 6 wines to taste ($5 and you keep your glass) and we also chose a few different cheeses and made a lunch out of it. Beautiful vineyard, helpful and friendly staff. My only wish was that if you do order cheese to accompany the wine, the staff would open them for you and put them on a platter. (They came out in the wrappers, and we had to ask for knives to open the packaging). Easy thing to improve upon and make an even more enjoyable experience. We will definitely be back with more visitors.
My sister-and-law are wine neophytes, but we decided to try a tasting at the winery during a family vacation in NH. Sharon and Amanda welcomed us warmly and explained the process. After we chose the 6 wines we wanted to sample, we moved to the next room and viewed a short, informative video about the winery while they prepared our samples. Next we moved into the tasting room, which had a breathtaking view of the vineyards. Sharon explained how a tasting works. They provide oyster crackers and water to cleanse our palates. They also offer a selection of yummy local cheeses. All in all, this was a wonderful, relaxing way to steal some 'grown-up' time with my sister-in-law and to learn quite a bit about local wines. It was a little bit out of the way, but well worth the effort.
The manner in which they handled the tasting was quite different from any other place where I have tasted wines. Beautiful location but the wines are not of significantly high quality just yet.
This is a beautiful place to visit. The view from the vineyard is magnificent, the wine tasting is delicious, the hosts are outstanding. A great place to visit if you are in the area and they are open. There is also an opportunity to participate in the grape harvest at the proper time of the year. Contact the vintner if you are going to visit in late September or early October. A really fun thing to experience!
My wife and I had never attended a wine tasting before, yet we were elated with our Walpole Mountain View Winery experience! The informative, tactful, and considerate staff members did a great job of initiating us to the tasting process and guiding us through this very pleasurable endeavor. The wide variety of wines that are available are true palate-pleasers! The view of the mountains from the vineyard is breath-taking! It's worth a trip from anywhere to be immersed in the Walpole Mountain View Winery experience!
After a brief introduction to the winery and selecting a flight of wines, you see a brief film about the winery's history and techniques (or just look out the window at the gorgeous view of the vineyard and surrounding mountains). Your samples are served in the tasting room, a rustic setting with more beautiful views. There's absolutely no rush or pressure, and generous portions of local cheeses are available so you can sit and chat and really enjoy the experience.
We had friends visiting who enjoy wine also. While looking for places to entertain them, we realized that the Mountain View Winery was nearby so decided to give it a try. Well, we were beyond impressed as we have each visited wineries before. The staff was outstanding, the introduction to the vineyard, the fact we were able to choose six wines of our choice to try, have information as to what goes into each mix, foods to serve that compliment each wine, the views and general way that this winery was run, was the best each of us has ever experienced. A definite first class operation! This is one place we will always recommend and/or proudly return alone or with guests. Dave and Linda Minickiello
My husband and I loved the Walpole Mountain View Winery. The wine's were great, the staff was very friendly and informative, and the view from the tasting room was breathtaking. It was a wonderful and relaxing experience where you don't feel rushed!
What a picturesque spot! Staff was extremely friendly and knowledgable. Tasting room quaint and warm. Interesting video, and such a lovely view!Maybe not the absolute best wine I've ever tasted, but definitely worth the trip!
As part of an excursion to Saint Gaudens, my travel companions and I decided to swing by the WMV Winery. Our initial thought was a quick stop, taste some wine, purchase a bottle or two and be on our way. Instead we were greeted with an unexpected journey and experience into the quaint winery on the hill. Their method of a "sit down wine tasting" (if you chose to participate) was reminiscent of touring the wineries of California. However, with a unique New Hampshire flair. We each chose our six wines (out of many available) and headed into the tasting room with a grand view. In addition, you can purchase cheese, crackers and meats to accompany the wine samples. This provided a great way to extend our afternoon with friends. The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable. They have a wide array of great tasting wines. For a cold climate winery, they have done a fantastic job of squeezing flavors from the grape varieties that work well in the New England area. I cannot rate the WMV Winery as a wine connoisseur. However, if you enjoy wine and visiting wineries, this is a must stop. The only thing missing was the ability to purchase a full glass of my favorite wine choice. New Hampshire doesn't currently allow local wineries to sell full glasses of their products (hopefully someday). I will certainly make WMV Winery a future destination again.