Nine acres in Poultney, Vermont, where over 6,000 vines grow across an old farm. The work happens in a historic remodeled barn, where St. Croix, Marquette, La Crescent, Frontenac, and Frontenac Gris are produced, cellared, and bottled on estate. The portfolio spans white, red, rosé, fruit wines, and honey mead. Tastings happen Wednesday to Sunday, 11 am to 5 pm, in a colonial farmhouse built in the late 1700s and remodeled in the late 1800s. The tasting room also hosts a small gallery of local artists. Free to taste.
St. CroixMarquetteLa CrescentFrontenacFrontenac Gris
When to go
MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Good to know
Yes — Whaleback Vineyard has a tasting room open to visitors. Walk-ins are welcome, though booking ahead is safest on busy weekends.
Whaleback Vineyard focuses on St. Croix, Marquette, La Crescent, Frontenac, Frontenac Gris. Signature bottles include St. Croix, Marquette, Frontenac, Vermont Ruby Red, Frontenac Gris, Moonlight in Vermont, Vermont Apple Blend, Vermont Sweet Pear, Vermont Peach Nectar, The Buzz, Vermont Apple Ice. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
Whaleback Vineyard's tasting fee: Free wine tastings. Fees change with the season and the experience booked, so confirm the current price when you reserve.
Yes, Whaleback Vineyard welcomes dogs. Policies usually cover outdoor areas only and expect dogs on a leash. Call ahead if you're bringing more than one, or if the weather is pushing everyone indoors.
Yes, Whaleback Vineyard offers vineyard tours. Options include: Wine Tastings, Vineyard Tours and Gallery. Tour spots fill before standard tasting reservations. Book your tour and tasting together when you reserve.
Whaleback Vineyard is in Poultney, Vermont. Phone: +1 802-287-0730. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.
Monday: Closed | Tuesday: Closed | Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Thursday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Friday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Saturday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Sunday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM Hours may vary seasonally. Confirm by phone or on their website before visiting.
Yes, Whaleback Vineyard has outdoor seating. Availability is weather-dependent. Call ahead to confirm, particularly outside summer months.
Location
202 Old Lake Rd Poultney, Vermont, United States of America
