Wine Tasting on the North Fork
Where: Macari Vineyards & Winery, Martha Clara Vineyards
Why: Feel like exploring a vineyard without making the trip to Napa Valley? Long Island's North Fork has great vineyards that offer tastings and tours, perfect for a summer day trip. Macari and Martha Clara Vineyards are in close proximity and offer excellent wines in a spectacular setting. You may even get to see a llama or Peacock at the Martha Clara Vineyard! How exotic.
How to get there: Take the LIRR to Mattituck, New York. Depending on which train you choose, the ride will be a little over 2 hours.
Macari Vineyards, 150 Bergen Avenue, Mattituck, New York
Martha Clara Vineyards, 6025 Sound Avenue, Riverhead, New York
[Photo via @rabeach15, @jyqin]