Day 2 - 🍏 Apple Hills & Country Sips
Rolling Orchards, Crisp Pours
Venture into the rolling hills of central Maine where orchards stretch to the horizon and every stop celebrates the bounty of the land. Start at Ricker Hill Farms for crisp, heirloom cider and scenic views, then sample orchard-forward wines at Wallingford’s Fruit House. Climb to Vista of Maine for panoramic tastings among the vines, then follow the backroads to Run Amok Mead, where meads hum with wildflowers and spice. End at WillowsAwake Winery for a glass of elegant estate-grown wine on their peaceful farmstead. This day is Maine’s countryside in a glass—fresh, flavorful, and deeply rooted.
☀️ Morning Adventure: Crisp Starts & Orchard Strolls
Begin your day among the hills and orchards of central Maine, where the air is fresh and the pours are crisp. Visit family-run farms and tasting rooms nestled in apple country, sampling sparkling ciders, delicate fruit wines, and light whites perfect for a midday pause. The morning leg is all about scenic drives, panoramic vineyard views, and the comforting rhythm of Maine’s farm life.
1043 High St, West Gardiner, ME, US, 04345
At Run Amok Mead, we start with honey, add delicious and delightful ingredients, and turn it all into an amazing taste experience. No two alike, each batch is handcrafted, then aged in stainless steel, making for a clean, clear fermentation, and brilliant clarity and color.
10 Leeds Junction Rd, Leeds, ME, US, 04263
Experience a family-owned vineyard and winery in Maine, offering exquisite wines, a charming restaurant, and event spaces for celebrations.
146 N Hills Ridge, Greene, ME, US, 04236
Enjoy vineyard‑fresh wines and crisp ciders amid sweeping hilltop views.
🌞 Afternoon Adventure: Golden Hours & Bold Flavors
As the sun moves west, settle into deeper flavors and golden light. The afternoon leg of this loop brings richer pours — from robust ciders and aromatic whites to wildflower meads with a hint of spice. Relax on hilltop decks, enjoy the quiet hum of harvest season, and raise a glass to Maine’s orchard heritage in full bloom.
1240 Perkins Ridge Rd, Auburn, ME, US, 04210
Wallingford's Orchard in Auburn, ME offers a delightful experience with fresh donuts, pies, and more. Visit the orchard, enjoy the petting area, and explore the corn maze.
11 Ricker Hill Rd, Turner, ME, US, 04282
Discover Ricker Hill's Mainiac Hard Cider collection, crafted with pride from farm-grown apples since 1803.
