Amalthea Cellars Farm Winery — Attraction in Winslow Township

A Hidden Gem with a Soulful Flame, Amalthea Cellars Winery

A week ago, I stumbled upon something truly unforgettable, Amalthea Cellars Winery, tucked away in the serene beauty of southern New Jersey. As I walked through the vineyard, feeling the breeze and breathing in the air thick with history and promise, I felt instantly transported. The land speaks here. You can sense the terroir, the labor of love, and the generations who’ve poured themselves into every inch of soil.

From the moment I stepped onto the property, there was a deep sense of warmth, an unspoken invitation to slow down, to savor, and to listen. Not just to the stories told by those who work the vineyard, but to the wine itself. Because here, the wine speaks. It tells tales of the past, of tradition, of an Italian grandfather named Emilio who brought the craft of winemaking to Blue Anchor at just thirteen years old. His grandson, the founder and winemaker of Amalthea Cellars, Louis Caracciolo Jr., grew up in that cellar, absorbing every ounce of wisdom and love. “I came on the scene with an unlit torch, and my grandfather passed the flame,” he says and you can taste that flame in every single glass.

The moment I had my first sip of Terreno Barrel No. 4, I was hooked. This exquisite blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Shiraz was rich and structured, yet balanced with lush, dark fruit, subtle spice, and those smooth, lingering tannins that wrap around your palate like a warm embrace. And the Chardonnay, elegant, crisp, with a graceful nose and a silky finish was like tasting sunlight and sea air captured in a bottle. These weren’t just wines; they were experiences, full of soul and complexity.

What made the experience even more magical was Carlos, our wine guide. With every word, you could hear his devotion to the craft, his depth of knowledge, and his sincere love for what he does. It wasn’t a tasting it was a journey. He brought the wines to life, connecting the story of Amalthea’s past to the glass in our hands. You could feel that what’s happening here isn’t just business, it’s legacy, it’s family, it’s art.

Amalthea Cellars is not just a winery. It’s a living tribute to tradition, passion, and the kind of craftsmanship that can only come from generations of care. It’s where past and present blend like a fine vintage and where every visitor, like me, leaves a little more inspired, a little more in love with wine, and a lot more connected to the beauty of it all.

Thank you, Amalthea, for lighting that spark in me again. I will return again and again because once you experience this kind of magic, it stays with you...

I have been a VIP member of this wonderful hidden gem since 2021 after being turned on to the establishment first by a colleague, then by a neighbor in 2019 who has been a member for 20+ years.

When I call this establishment a gem, I say it without irony. Their wines are superb, consistent, stable and without a doubt some of of the best that I've had. Ursula and her Team are not only reliable, knowledgeable, and fun, they treat you like a family member every time you visit. For the past 7 years it has always been my go-to winery and I try to indoctrinate as many people as possible to it that I can.

Take it from me, and I will steak my position on this, take a day and visit this finest establishment and sit out by the vineyards with a glass or a bottle with some food on a beautiful day... And find your new home.

P.S - they are waggy tail friendly as well... Bring your precious pup as long as he/she is on a leash to hang out at the...

My son and I were there today. We almost drove right passed as the sign was buried right in with the foliage on the side of the road. Very quaint setting and the building has quite a bit of charm. That's where it stops. If you like only dry wines, this is your place.

We purchased our tasting and were 3 deep in people and had to wait. This was rather annoying since there was an empty tasting room that was not being utilized. The pours were less than industry standard and for 5 skimpy pours for $6.00, as most wineries do, the glass did NOT come with the tasting.

They did have a nice assortment of cheese and crackers and the atmosphere would have been great had someone seated us in the cellar to await our turn at the tasting bar.

I will not return other than to get my Wine Trail Passport stamped. They have so much potential here...if you enjoy dry wines and...