Hopewell Valley Vineyards of Scotch Plains

Hopewell Valley Vineyards of Scotch Plains is a winery in Scotch Plains, New Jersey, located at 46 Yard Road. The business holds a rating of 4.50 from customer reviews, reflecting a positive reception from those who have visited.

Hopewell Valley Vineyards has been crafting handcrafted wines since 2001, blending Old World tradition with New World techniques. The estate spans 75 acres, including 20 acres of vineyards planted in clay-loam soils at the base of the Sourland Mountains near the Delaware Valley. The vineyards grow classic vinifera varieties such as Pinot, Chardonnay, and Barbera, along with regionally suited grapes including Vidal Blanc, Chambourcin, and Traminette. Three generations of Tuscan winemaking experience inform the operation, led by owners Sergio Neri, who serves as viticulturist, and Violetta Neri, who directs hospitality. The leadership team also includes Liz Radzki as office manager, Tammy Castadot as private events director, and Alexandra Hunt as head of marketing and operations.

The winery pairs its wines with a kitchen menu built around brick-oven pizza made from a specialty dough, alongside Mediterranean-inspired light fare such as hummus spreads, caprese with burrata, an Aegean salad, and a cheese plate featuring salami and Castelvetrano olives. Organic greens and extra virgin olive oil imported from Italian sources are used throughout. Beyond the food and wine, the property hosts live music every weekend along with sangria-making classes, Sunday brunch pop-ups, goat yoga, board game nights, open mics, comedy shows, and seasonal festivals.