Our Wines
Our award winning wines are fermented and aged under the careful supervision of head Winemaker Michael Anderson. Visit the winery for a taste of what our wines have in store for you.
All of our wines are available for purchase at Winterport Winery, and through numerous restaurants and stores across Maine. You can see our current vendor list by clicking here.
Apple
Made from a varietal of Maine apples. A delicious interplay between oak and fruit with a round, smooth body, a crisp dryness - think chenin blanc.
Pairings - cheeses, creamy sauces
Berry Chocolate
2008 Silver award winner - IEWC
A blossoming of berry flavors followed by a velvety chocolate finish. A blend of raspberry-blueberry wines with a natural chocolate flavor.
Pairings - luscious alone - alone with someone you love
Blueberry
2005 Double Gold Award Winner - IEWC
2006 Bronze Award - The Big E
Very fruit forward with smooth mid-palate structure and a nice dry finish. Merlot like.
Pairings - steaks, roasts, legumes
Blueberry (Dry)
2006 Bronze Award - The Big E
Cherry red color. Aromas of soft ripe fruit, with berry acidity and smoky oak. A medium body structure - dry but smooth.
Pairings - rich chicken entree, ham, mild cheeses, pastas
Crackling Cranberry
A crackle of cranberry and a sparkle of wine. A delightful interplay of berries and bubbles to toast life's very fine times.
Cranberry
2004 Silver Award Winner - American Wine Society
2008 Bronze award - The Big E
Gently tart, "smackin' good" but with a dry finish.
Pairings - holiday meals, refreshing aperitif
Fancy That!
Sparkling Apricot Wine
Celebrate the everyday with this lively effervescent wine. Just this side of dry with a hint of apricot fruit and a
golden glow to match.
Pairings - love, life, celebrations, good times
Orchard Blush
Blend of our Apple and Blueberry wines with a supple combination of varietal fruit. Medium to light bodied rose. Excellent chilled alone
as a warm weather refreshment.
Pairings - smoked meats, chops or vegetarian dishes
Pear
Deep aromas, demi sweet, with abundant, bright fruit flavor and a smooth finish. Sauterne like. Another fine sipping wine.
Pairings - spicy foods, light desserts with grapes and cheese
Pear (Dry)
2003 Bronze Medal Winner - American Wine Society
A blend of varietal pears that's wonderfully smooth with a great mid-palate structure and a long finish. Unoaked chardonnay like.
Pairings - seafood, poultry and sharp cheeses
Raspberry Rain
2004 Bronze Award Winner - American Wine Society
A mouth filling "jammy" flavor of raspberries sweetened to a dessert style.
Pairings - anything chocolate, mousse or with cheesecake
Spring Fever
"You've never tasted apples and strawberries like this!"
Slightly dry, light and fruity apple-strawberry blend with a kiss of sweetness. Reminders of Alsatian Gewurztraminer or German Riesling.
Pairings - shrimp scampi, salads, hors d'oeuvres
Strawberry
Delicate and soft to the palate with a very fruity nose. Hint of florals among the fruit. Lightly sweet with lingering flavors.
Pairings - light desserts, shortbread cookies or biscotti
Taxi-Cab
As our first addition into a grape varietal we are excited to feature a delicious cabernet. There is a full "fare" of fruit along with soft tannins
and a great mid-palate structure to balance the flavor – and the oak is along for the ride.
Pairings - meats and pastas
The Flying Dutchman
2003 Gold Medal Winner - American Wine Society
2006 Silver Medal - highest-ranking Maine wine at The Big E
2007 Silver Medal - Indy State Fair Wine Competition
A wonderful fortified blackberry wine finished in a port - style. Full fruit body and rich, lingering flavors.
Pairings - a solo finish to a meal, with chocolate rimming
Velvet Lace Apricot Wine
A delicate apricot dessert wine sure to please with fresh stone fruit, apricot flavors, a soft sweetness and light finish.
Enjoyed with:
Pairings - White or milk chocolate, almond lace cookies, baked Brie
Winter Gold
Winter Gold is a fortified apple dessert wine made in an ice wine style. You will find it wonderfully smooth with long
lingering flavors of ripe fruit, vanilla and spices. An amazing finish to any meal.
Enjoyed with:
Pairings - Soft cheeses or a warmed apple tart
375ml