Chaddsford Winery is a Pennsylvania winery located in the Brandywine Valley, in Pennsbury Township, Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States. It was founded in 1982,[1][2] and is one of the largest wineries in the state,[3] producing more than 30,000 cases annually.
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| Location | Chadds Ford, Pennsbury Township, Chester County, Pennsylvania, USA |
| Founded | 1982 |
| Varietals | Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Niagara, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Spiced Apple, Dry Rose, Spring Wine, Sangria |
| Tasting | Open to Public |
| Website | http://www.chaddsford.com |
The Winery operates a satellite Bottle Shop + Tasting Room in Lahaska, Bucks County, Pennsylvania.
In 2012, founder Eric Miller left the company.[4] Though its focus shifted towards sweet wines at the time, the Winery now produces a wide-ranging portfolio including sweet, off-dry, dry, and sparkling styles.
The Chaddsford 2017 Cabernet Franc was selected as a finalist in the 2019 PA Sommelier Judgement Day awards.[5] Under current winemaker Gabriel Rubilar, Chaddsford 2020 Sparkling Sémillon was recognized as the Best Sparkling wine in the state of PA at the 2022 PA Sommelier Judgement Day awards.[6]
The winery is known for producing approachable, food-friendly wines and sharing them in a casual, fun environment. They offer seasonal wine events throughout the year, including tastings and festivals,[7] as well as operating a close-knit Wine Club community.[8] Chaddsford's corporate goals include approachability, community and sustainability.[9]
References
edit- ^ Charles J. Adams III (March 10, 1985). "Tour of unique Chaddsford winery offers tourists something to savor". Reading Eagle. Retrieved January 7, 2010.
- ^ Howard G. Goldberg (May 3, 1989). "From Pennsylvania, Bit of Burgundy". The New York Times. Retrieved January 7, 2010.
- ^ Kevin Zraly, Kevin Zraly's American Wine Guide, p.146 (2007)
- ^ "Death of a Winery". PA Vine Co. November 4, 2012. Retrieved September 22, 2020.
- ^ "2019 Sommelier Judgment Day". Pennsylvania Wine. June 17, 2019. Retrieved September 22, 2020.
- ^ https://pennsylvaniawine.com/2022/10/14/2022-pa-sommelier-judgment-results/
- ^ https://www.chaddsford.com/pages/visit-chaddsford-winery-chadds-ford-pa
- ^ https://www.chaddsford.com/pages/wine-club
- ^ https://www.chaddsford.com/pages/about-us