Ah, vino — one of our favorite ways to consume grapes. There’s no better way to celebrate all things wine than by visiting a local winery, and we’ve rounded up all of the spots where you can wear your cutest wide-brimmed hat and enjoy some red, white, or pink vino all within two hours of Hudson County. Experience the full winemaking process, or visit a family-owned vineyard with roots in wine since the prohibition era. Whether it’s a large group event or an intimate day for two, any of these locations are sure to satisfy your craving and fill your wine glass to the brim. Read on to explore seven local wineries to visit, all within two hours of Hudson County, New Jersey.
City Winery | Multiple Locations in NYC
City Winery has locations around NYC, as well as around the country. Possibly the most idyllic location around is at City Vineyard situated right on the Hudson, a short walk from the World Trade Center PATH. For a full night on the town, check out the upcoming events calendar for live music, comedians, and more for entertainment while you enjoy sipping their wines. If you’ve ever been interested in making your own wine, City Winery also has a few options for custom wine or custom labels.
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Hopewell Valley Vineyards | 46 Yard Road Pennington, NJ
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This 75-acre Pennington vineyard is a little over an hour from Hudson County, and lies at the base of the Sourland Mountains near the Delaware Valley. Besides vinifera varieties such as Pinot, Chardonnay, and Barbera, the vineyard grows Vidal Blanc, Chamboircin, and Traminette grapes that are “proven champions of the North Atlantic wine country”, with research underway for other promising varieties and grapevine breeders such as Noiret, Chardonel, Marquette and Baco Noir, per the website. The spot is open seven days a week, and visitors can check out the calendar of events for the latest happenings at Hopewell Valley.
Laurita Winery | 85 Archertown Road New Egypt, NJ
The vineyards seem to go on for miles and miles at Laurita Winery and as you walk through each row, the grapes are one better than the net. The primary focus of the harvest is to grow grapes that are accepted worldwide, with some of their first planted in 1998. The winery is open Thursdays through Sundays at various times, and Wednesdays are girls’ nights — with $5 glasses of wine available from 6PM-9PM. On the weekends, different events and food trucks line the property, serving up a great selection of bites to eat.
Make Wine With Us | 21 Curie Avenue, Wallington, NJ
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Make Wine With Us in Wallington is only a 30-minute drive away from Hudson County. Guests can choose the perfect grapes, bottle their own vintage, and even design a personalized label. The owners are American Wine Society-certified judges and their hands-on classes will leave you with the knowledge of an almost sommelier. Winemakers are able to choose from any varietal and blend they offer, both white and red. There are four winemaking sessions during the year: crushing, pressing, racking (optional), and bottling. It’s important to attend each session, so plan ahead. When the process finishes, you’ll leave with 60 bottles of wine and in-depth background of the process. Make Wine With Us is open seasonally by appointment — call 201-876-9463 or visit the website to find out more.
The Red Hook Winery | 175 Van Dyke Street Pier 41 Suite 325A, Brooklyn, NY
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For an only-in-New-York experience, visit Red Hook Winery in Brooklyn which provides wine tasting and barrel tasting tours for guests. Red Hook Winery was founded in 2008 and has beautiful views of the Manhattan skyline and the Statue of Liberty. The Winery specializes in New York State’s wines: the harvest regions span across the state, from the North Fork of Long Island to the Finger Lakes region. All labels of red and white wine are produced, from the grape to bottle, at the Brooklyn location. A guided tasting lasts about 60 minutes and will educate guests about the winery’s history and operations. Red Hook Winery is open Mondays, Thursdays, and Sundays, from 12PM-7PM; and Fridays and Saturdays are 12PM-9PM. The Winery is taking reservations for the tasting room and has both indoor and outdoor seating.
Tomasello Winery | 225 North White Horse Pike, Hammonton, NJ
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Tomasello Winery has multiple New Jersey locations. The three locations closest to Hudson County are its tasting rooms at Wemrock Orchards in Freehold, Abma’s Farms in Wyckoff, and Cranford. Tomasello Winery is a third-generation vineyard based in southeastern New Jersey that has tasting rooms all throughout the state. Founder Frank Tomasello, the current owners’ grandfather, was a berry farmer who started the winery after prohibition in the 1930s. He saw the repeal of Prohibition as a business opportunity and the rest is history. Whichever location you choose to visit, you’ll be enjoying delicious wine with beautiful scenery. Find out more about each specific location here.
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Torne Valley Vineyards | 1-9 Torne Brook Road, Hillburn, NY
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Torne Valley Vineyards is less than an hour’s drive away from Hudson County and is a one-of-a-kind wine-tasting spot and wedding venue in New York’s Hudson Valley. Brothers Jon and Stephen France founded the business in 2009, making Torne Valley the first fully functioning winery in Rockland County. The winery bottled its first vintage in 2013 and continues to craft various blends of red and white wine. Its Victorian-style mansion on a 19th-century country estate boasts Ramapo River views, a grand ballroom, and an expansive lawn, making it a wonderful destination for a picnic. On warmer days, enjoy Torne Valley’s outdoor patio and chilled wines. The vineyard is open to the public on weekends from 11AM-5:30PM and the café provides a great small plates menu with live music.
Stevens Cooperative School to Host Inaugural Young Women of Color Conference in JC
With International Women's Day quickly approaching, we've been excited to see the local buzz and events popping up all centered around Women's History Month. This year, we wanted to spotlight the first-ever Young Women of Color Conference hosted by Stevens Cooperative School happening on March 8th. Read on to learn more about this Jersey City event.
About The Event
On Saturday, March 8th, 2025, in honor of International Women's Day, the Stevens Cooperative School will host the inaugural Young Women of Color Conference. The event is designed for young women of color in the 6th-10th grade range. The event will create a safe space for young women to explore their identities, connect with others, and hone in on the development of leadership skills.
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In addition to group discussions and workshops, the team at Stevens has also prepared a distinguished lineup of inspiring speakers and panelists. Stevens shared the list of participants via press release which is as follows:
- Shanelle Kaul: CBS News correspondent and anchor of the network’s overnight broadcast, the CBS News Roundup.
- Shakera Rosa: founder of the popular mom blog Mile Square Mommies and creator of J.U.M.P. (Jubilee Urban Melanin Project), a platform celebrating and amplifying Black and Brown voices.
- Raakhee Mirchandani: children’s book author, longtime journalist, and dedicated community leader.
- Alix Zargar: Assistant District Attorney in Brooklyn who has worked in both the Domestic Violence Bureau and the Violent Criminal Enterprises Bureau.
- Nisha Vedi Pawar: the creative force behind Love Laugh Mirch, a digital hub celebrating South Asian culture, family, and food.
- Kim Y. Lew: CEO of Columbia Investment Management Company, which manages Columbia University’s endowment, and a former Stevens Board Chair.
- Bernadine So: Executive Assistant to the President of Clearing + Securities Services at DTCC and former Goldman Sachs professional.
- Jahayra Harrell: a serial entrepreneur in the garment industry and founder of Isa de Ponce, a fashion brand honoring Puerto Rican heritage through storytelling and design."
Stevens' Director of Institutional Equity, Margaret Belkhyat also shared via press release that “Our goal is to create a space where young women can see themselves reflected in leadership, share their experiences and build confidence in their voices,” and hopes that this conference will create a "meaningful platform" for "dialogue and personal growth.”
Attending The Event
The Young Women of Color Conference will take place from 8AM-3PM at 100 River Drive South in Jersey City which is close to local transportation. The facility is located within walking distance of the Hoboken Terminal, NJ Transit, NY Waterway, and the Newport PATH Station. Paid parking is also available just across the street at the River Market Garage. The garage can be accessed via 20 North Boulevard in Jersey City. Interested attendees can register for the event here.
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About Stevens Cooperative School
Stevens Cooperative School is a vital part of the local community. Stevens is committed to progressive education and values the importance of an inclusive and diverse learning environment. The school caters to children ranging from Pre-K through 8th grade and aims to equip students with strong critical thinking and leadership skills. Stevens has campuses in both Hoboken (301 Garden Street) and Jersey City (100 River Drive South).
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