Mount Salem Vineyards — Attraction in Alexandria Township

As a wine fanatic I am blessed with 2 great wineries with in walking distance of my house. Mount Salem is not a commercial winery, it is where you go to pair wine with excellent food in a charming farm house with friendly people. The wines are not typical varietals you come across but are thoughtfully grown based on the terroir of New Jersey (Typical to Austria & German alps of the old world). The reserves under the Leitner label are excellent. I liked the Matthias which is a blend. But most importantly this is a winery where you can talk to the friendly winemaker, Peter, who is also an excellent cook.This is priceless to anyone who...

Have low expectations: this isn't Napa. Know that. You're driving off road for 5 minutes at least to get there, then you'll be unsure you're at the right place. Personally: I had a great time though. The space is private and tucked away at the top of the barn. Feels like what I imagined it would: rustic. The cellar master attended to us and was pleasant and informative, albeit as others mentioned short. But who cares? Wine was pretty good and for $10 the pours were fair. Overall my family and I had a blast. They even gave us free fresh breadsticks. Would not particularly return unless...

My wife and I have visited several wineries and vineyards in our travels, but we have not experienced such a welcoming as we did at Mount Salem Vineyards! Upon entering the quaint farmhouse, we were immediately greeted and provided with seats at a rustic table by a cozy fire. Our wine ambassador was fantastic! She took the time to get to know our likes and preferences in wine, and because of her attention to detail, our experience was most definitely a memorable one. We left there with a future restaurant recommendation and two bottles of the Traminette. We look forward to a...