Willow Creek Winery

Top choice in Jersey Shore


The 'baby' of Cape May's six wineries, this former lima bean and dairy farm christened its first bottles in 2011, and produces a solid combo of reds and whites. The weekend tapas menu and sangria bar is pretty mind-blowing, and a tour around the 50 acres on an electric tram ($15) is a kick. The 'educational tasting' will smarten up your palate.

You can pick up fresh Jersey produce like sweet corn and peaches at their nearby Legates Farm.


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