Wölffer Estate Vineyard

Wölffer Estate is the most recognizable winery in the Hamptons — famous worldwide for its Summer in a Bottle rosé.

Founded in 1988 by Christian Wölffer in Sagaponack, Wölffer Estate has done more than any other producer to put Hamptons wine on the international map — Summer in a Bottle is now poured at restaurants from Aspen to Saint-Tropez, and the label's Provence-style art bottle is one of the most recognizable in American wine. Behind the rosé phenomenon sits a serious estate: German-born winemaker Roman Roth, in the cellar since the early '90s, produces an excellent Estate Selection Chardonnay, age-worthy Estate Merlot and Cabernet Franc, the flagship Christian's Cuvée Bordeaux blend, the reserve Grandioso Rosé, a traditional-method sparkling rosé, and a small range of pommeau, cider and verjus from the estate's orchards. The Stables tasting room is the formal seated experience; the Wine Stand on Sagg Road is the open-air sunset hang every Hamptons summer makes time for. Reservations are essential through Labor Day.

Summer in a Bottle Rosé, Estate Selection Merlot, Christian's Cuvée, Grandioso

Summer in a Bottle is the gateway, but the Estate Selection Chardonnay is the wine I actually drink — flinty, restrained, far more Chablis than California. Book the Wine Stand before 5pm on a Friday or you won't get a seat.

The Tasting Room hours

Wölffer's Tasting Room is open year-round, seven days a week: Monday through Thursday noon to 7 p.m., Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Sunday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Reservations can be booked through the winery's Visit section. Wölffer Estate Tasting Room page

The Wine Stand

Separate from the Tasting Room, the open-air Wine Stand is open daily from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and is described by the winery as a casual gathering spot on a rise above the vineyard, with music and sunset views. Wölffer Estate Wine Stand page

Portfolio

Beyond the Summer in a Bottle rosé, Wölffer's current portfolio includes the Gold Label and White Horse lines, the Finca range, No & Low-Alc options including a Rosé Zero alcohol-removed wine, No. 139 ciders, spirits, a Cellar Series, and Grapes of Roth. Wölffer Estate homepage

Getting there

The estate is in Sagaponack; both the Tasting Room and Wine Stand are reachable through the winery's online reservation system linked from its Visit menu. Wölffer Estate Tasting Room page

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Frequently asked questions

What are Wölffer Estate Vineyard's tasting room hours?
Wölffer Estate Vineyard's tasting room hours vary by season — typically Friday through Sunday during the off-season and daily in summer and harvest. Always check the winery's website before driving out, especially mid-week.
Do I need a reservation to taste at Wölffer Estate Vineyard?
Reservations are strongly recommended at Wölffer Estate Vineyard on weekends and during harvest season (September–November). Walk-ins are sometimes accepted on weekdays. Booking ahead also locks in your group size for seated tastings.
Where is Wölffer Estate Vineyard located?
Wölffer Estate Vineyard is in Sagaponack, NY, on the The Hamptons of Long Island. It's an easy stop on most North Fork or Hamptons wine-tasting day trips.
What wines is Wölffer Estate Vineyard known for?
Wölffer Estate Vineyard is known for summer in a bottle rosé, estate selection merlot, christian's cuvée, grandioso. On the tasting menu, ask about their Summer in a Bottle Rosé, Estate Selection Merlot, Christian's Cuvée, and Grandioso.
When was Wölffer Estate Vineyard founded?
Wölffer Estate Vineyard was founded in 1988, making it one of the more established producers on Long Island's The Hamptons.
How do I get to Wölffer Estate Vineyard from NYC?
From Manhattan, Wölffer Estate Vineyard is about a 2–2.5 hour drive via the LIE (I-495) to the The Hamptons, exiting toward Sagaponack. The LIRR reaches nearby Ronkonkoma and Greenport; from there you'll need a car, taxi, or a booked wine tour to reach the tasting room.
What's the best time of year to visit Wölffer Estate Vineyard?
Late spring through fall is peak on the The Hamptons — May and June are quietest with the vines leafing out, July–August is busiest, and September–October harvest brings the best energy in the tasting room. Winter weekends are lower-key with shorter hours; always confirm before making the drive.