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The Vineyards
Villa Milagro
Resting on a ridge, overlooking both the
Delaware and Musconetcong Rivers, Villa Milagro Vineyards offers
panoramic views of four counties in two states. Practicing sustainable
and organic viticulture, Villa Milagro is the only organic vineyard on
the East Coast.
Raised in the Central Valley of California which
produces 75% of the state’s wine grapes, winemaker Dr. Audrey Cross-Gambino
blends wines made from Villa Milagro’s ten varieties of grapes to
create complex and interesting wines. Husband Steve Gambino oversees
all operational aspects of the vineyard and winery, insuring that
their wines maintain the boutique quality standards of some of
Europe’s best hand-made wines.
You will tour the vineyard to learn how beneficial
insects and birds are attracted; how weeds and disease are
controlled without herbicides and pesticides; and how natural
compost enriches the soils. Then learn how grapes become wines and
are aged and blended to form Villa Milagro’s delicious wines.
Meet the owners’ other household members - Commander
Cody, their 100 lb German Shepherd, cats Tuxedo and Silki, and on
lucky days, Grandbaby Molly. All roam the 104 acres of breathtaking
views that earn this vineyard its name, Villa Milagro which is
Spanish for “home of miracles!” You are welcome to host your private
events here as well as come anytime on the Wine Train.
Villa Milagro's web
site
Alba
Built in 1805, this
historic barn now houses our winery and tasting
room, as well as the Musconetcong Art Gallery. Within the old stone
walls, the aroma of fermenting and aging wine fills the air.
Remarkable care was taken in converting the 190-year-old structure
into a modern, efficient winemaking facility. The character of the
limestone walls and old oak beam framing has not been lost with the
installation of modern equipment; in fact, the new lighting system
serves to reveal the inherent beauty of the stonework as never before.
We feel that our winery reflects the area’s long-standing agricultural
traditions, but with a new viticultural twist.
Located in the oldest part of
the building, our tasting room also serves as
our showroom, where our complete selection of wines, produced here on
the premises, as well as gift items and even a small array of fine
cigars, to enjoy with our Vintage Port (but please no smoking
indoors!) Tastings and tours are always available during our hours of
operation; private tastings may also be arranged upon request.
Adjoining the tasting room is
the Musconetcong Gallery. Throughout the year,
exhibits of artwork, from both prominent and emerging local artists is
displayed, both on the main floor and in the upstairs balcony.
Admission to the gallery is free, and all works are for sale.
Alba Vineyards web site
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