The fall harvest season brings an abundance of crops to the thousands of farms dotting the beautiful countryside across Lancaster County. At Waltz Vineyards in Manheim, they're picking the grapes that will become the next vintage of distinctive estate-grown wines. Sample the fruits of their labor with a wine tasting at Waltz's European-inspired tasting room during your next stay with us at the Inn and Spa at Intercourse Village.
Situated atop a hill on the Waltz family farm, this boutique winery overlooks 35 acres of grapevines. The view is so intoxicating that you can almost imagine yourself overlooking vineyards in Northern Italy or Central France! The continental climate is similar here, too, providing optimal growing conditions. Seven varieties of grapes are grown here – three reds and four whites – including Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay.
Waltz Vineyards opened its estate tasting room in 2009, and since then has offered visitors an invitation to relax and savor its award-winning wines for a unique tasting experience. Make a tasting reservation for a five-sample flight that allows you to try a variety of current release wines. You also can sip on a glass of wine while you explore the winery, view local artwork on display, and nibble on artisan cheeses, crackers and chocolates.
In addition to the estate winery, Waltz has two satellite shops where you can sample your favorite wines and purchase a bottle or two to take home. You'll find one of these wine shops conveniently located adjacent to our historic inn at the Kitchen Kettle Village. The second is located in Lititz at The Market at Wilbur, in the renovated Wilbur Chocolate Factory. Stay tuned to the Waltz website and Facebook page for details on upcoming wine-tasting dinners that have become a staple at several area restaurants.
“Wine and friends are a great blend.” – Ernest Hemingway