Our story begins in 2008 when two families came together. We decided to take our love of wine and enthusiasm for sharing it with family and friends, and create something truly unique. After a great deal of time spent planning, digging, planting and picking, our labor of love paid off in October of 2012 with the opening of Preston Ridge Vineyard.

Located in historic Preston, CT, Preston Ridge Vineyard is situated on 60 bucolic acres just 15 miles from the Long Island Sound. Our location at the peak of a ridge provides breathtaking views of the Connecticut countryside for over 20 miles. Included in the Southeastern New England AVA, we are able to take advantage of the moderating influence of the Sound throughout our nearly six planted acres, where we are currently growing varietals including: Chardonnay, Cabernet Franc, Riesling, Triaminette, Vidal Blanc and Baco Noir.

We invite you to visit the winery and enjoy a glass of wine in a traditional New England farm setting. It serves as the perfect background to share wine with friends, celebrate a special event or just relax and enjoy the view.

Created as a family owned and operated artisan vineyard, we have created a dream that will last for many generations to come. It is our pleasure to share our dream and passion for wine with you and hope to see you in the tasting room soon!

Wine List

  • Fieldstone White
  • Chardonnay Reserve
  • Estate Harvest Blend
  • Riesling
  • Estate Vidal Blanc
  • Zundell Farm Rosé
  • Sunset Farm Rosé
  • Estate Stone Valley Red
  • Cabernet Franc
  • Cabernet Sauvignon
  • Melange
  • Estate Cabernet Franc

Awards

  • 2nd Place Dry White Wine
    2015 CT Specialty Food Association Awards
    2013 Estate Vidal Blanc
  • Bronze Medal
    2015 Amenti Del Vino Awards
    2013 Estate Vidal Blanc
  • Bronze Medal
    2015 Amenti Del Vino Awards
    2012 Cabernet Sauvignon
  • Silver Medal
    2015 Amenti Del Vino Awards
    2013 Zundell Farm Rose
  • Bronze Medal
    2014 Amenti Del Vino Awards
    2012 Riesling
  • Bronze Medal
    2014 Amenti Del Vino Awards
    2012 Estate Cabernet Franc
  • Bronze Medal
    2014 Amenti Del Vino Awards
    2011 Fieldstone White

Facts

Est. 2008.
Owners: Sawyer & Helms Families.
60+ total acres; 5-6 planted.
Annual Produced Cases: 1,500.
Varietals: Chardonnay, Cabernet Franc, Riesling, Triaminette, Baco Noir, Vidal Blanc.