The only thing better than visiting one Pennsylvania winery is visiting several Pennsylvania wineries.
And if you’re making a day of it, or planning a weekend road trip, why shouldn’t you? That’s where wine
trails come in.
Wine trails are groups of wineries located within close proximity to each other. Because Pennsylvania’s
climate and growing conditions vary throughout the state, wine trails often have their own distinct
identity when it comes to the wines they produce and experiences they offer.
Some wine trails offer passports, which grant holders access to special events or other privileges,
such as discounted rates on products, wine tastings and hotel packages.
Though the passports may cost a small fee up front, the rewards are well worth the initial investment!
Think of it like going to an amusement park and only riding one ride. That one ride may be great – it
may even be your favorite – but why not try a few others?
Wine trails are designed to give visitors a broader, more diverse Pennsylvania wine experience. You can
spend your morning at one winery and your afternoon at another. If you’re really adventurous, you might
be able to experience three or four wineries in a single day.
The real benefit of a wine trail lies in varied experiences the trail provides. You’ll be able to compare
and contrast the wines sampled at each and get a better feel for the different techniques each winemaker
uses. You’ll also get a chance to meet more people, hear their stories and revel in the unique beauty each
winery provides. During your travels, you might even get a chance to visit a local restaurant, museum or
historical attraction. The end result will be deeper, richer Pennsylvania wine adventure and will leave you
eager to plan a visit to another wine region.
Pennsylvania is home to 11 wine trails, which range in size and number of member wineries per trail. Below
is a listing of wine trails in Pennsylvania. For a map of wine trails and the wineries within them, visit
the “PA Wineries” section of our website.