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Connecticut Wineries: All 93 Producers, Mapped by Region

Connecticut

Coastal vineyards and Litchfield Hills estates

Connecticut has 93 federally permitted wine producers across 3 official wine regions (AVAs). The largest concentrations are in Wallingford. Every producer is listed below with the address, map and contact details we could confirm.

  • 93 wineries
  • 3 official wine regions
  • 1 wine trails & areas
  • 67 towns with a winery

Connecticut Wine, in Brief

Connecticut's wineries stretch from the Long Island Sound shoreline, where the water moderates the winters, up into the Litchfield Hills and the Quiet Corner in the northeast. Most are small estate wineries with a strong visitor focus: lawns, live music and food trucks on summer weekends.

The wines lean towards cool-climate whites and lighter reds, with Chardonnay, Riesling and Cabernet Franc alongside hardy hybrids such as St. Croix and Seyval Blanc.

Where the Wineries Are

Wine Regions of Connecticut

Two American Viticultural Areas: the Southeastern New England AVA along the coast, shared with Rhode Island and Massachusetts, and the Western Connecticut Highlands AVA in the hills to the north and west.

New England633 wineries

Official wine regions (AVAs)

Eastern Connecticut Highlands 52 Western Connecticut Highlands 40 Southeastern New England

Grapes to Look For in Connecticut

Chardonnay and Riesling among the whites, Cabernet Franc and Merlot among the reds, with cold-hardy hybrids filling the gaps.

Chardonnay Riesling Cabernet Franc St. Croix Seyval Blanc Vidal Blanc Cayuga White Cabernet Sauvignon

Planning a Visit to Connecticut Wine Country

The Connecticut Wine Trail passport runs from May to November and is a good way to structure weekends. Shoreline wineries near Stonington pair easily with a day in Mystic.

Best time to go: June to October

Before You Go

Tasting rooms change their hours constantly and many small producers are appointment only. Confirm directly with the winery before you travel.

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Every Connecticut Winery, A to Z

All 93 producers licensed in Connecticut, listed alphabetically. Open any name for its full profile, or use the map above to browse by place.

Details are collected from public records and the producer's own website and may be outdated. theUSAwineguide.com is not responsible for outdated or inaccurate information; confirm hours and availability with the winery before visiting.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many wineries are in Connecticut?

Connecticut has 93 federally permitted wine producers according to the most recent Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau permit list. This page lists every one of them.

What are the wine regions of Connecticut?

Two American Viticultural Areas: the Southeastern New England AVA along the coast, shared with Rhode Island and Massachusetts, and the Western Connecticut Highlands AVA in the hills to the north and west.

Which grapes is Connecticut known for?

Chardonnay and Riesling among the whites, Cabernet Franc and Merlot among the reds, with cold-hardy hybrids filling the gaps.

When is the best time to visit Connecticut wine country?

June to October. The Connecticut Wine Trail passport runs from May to November and is a good way to structure weekends. Shoreline wineries near Stonington pair easily with a day in Mystic.

Nearby States

New York 648 Massachusetts 122 Rhode Island 27
Details are collected from public records and the producer's own website and may be outdated. theUSAwineguide.com is not responsible for outdated or inaccurate information; confirm hours and availability with the winery before visiting.