Day 2 - 🍏 Apple Hills & Country Sips

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.
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    Run Amok Mead
    📍 West Gardiner
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    Run Amok Mead

    Orpheus Mead Fest

    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.

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    WillowsAwake Winery
    📍 Leeds
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    WillowsAwake Winery

    Experience a family-owned vineyard and winery in Maine, offering exquisite wines, a charming restaurant, and event spaces for celebrations.

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    Vista of Maine Vineyard/Cidery
    📍 Greene
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    Vista of Maine Vineyard/Cidery

    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.
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    Wallingford's Fruit House
    📍 Auburn
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    Wallingford's Fruit House

    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.

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    Ricker Hill Farms Cidery/Winery
    📍 Turner
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    Ricker Hill Farms Cidery/Winery

    Discover Ricker Hill's Mainiac Hard Cider collection, crafted with pride from farm-grown apples since 1803.

    • 👉 Bonaventura Vineyards

    A rustic-chic wedding venue with vineyard views and a winery in the making! While regular tastings aren’t available yet, Bonaventura will open its doors for Maine Open Winery Day on August 16, 2025, with limited hours to follow. Full tasting room launch coming in 2026!