FERRANTE WINERY & RISTORANTE
Why we love it: This family-run winery is surrounded by 37 acres of vineyards, and its collection of wines is just as vast. "We have something for every palate from the more educated and dry to the sweet and fun," explains owner Carmel Ferrante. Uncork this: The Vidal Blanc Ice Wine ($28.99 per bottle) has notes of honey, brown sugar and melon for a sweet summer blend. 5585 state Route 307, Harpersfield Township, 440-466-8466, ferrantewinery.com
GERVASI VINEYARD
Why we love it: During the summer, this 55-acre, Tuscan-inspired boutique winery has live music, bocce ball courts and three restaurants. "It's anywhere from romantic, quiet and elegant to lively and energetic," says co-owner Scott Swaldo. Uncork this: Lucello ($28 per bottle) is full of pear, apple and citrus flavors — a bright crisp taste for summer. 1700 55th St., Canton, 330-497-1000,
gervasivineyard.com
SARAH'S VINEYARD WINERY
Why we love it: The converted barn's hand-hewn beams define the winery's rustic feel. "It has a lot of character," says head winemaker Michael Lytz. Choose from a variety of wines to go with its menu of appetizers. Uncork this: Golden Solstice ($14 per bottle) is made with Niagara grapes, picked early to retain a full crisp flavor. 1204 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls, 330-929-8057,
sarahsvineyardwinery.com
SOUTH RIVER VINEYARD
Why we love it: The winery housed in a charming white church built in 1892 overlooks 80 acres of vineyards on the 140-acre farm. "We have wines that are somatically structured to being around an old church," says owner Gene Sigel. Uncork this: Riesling Reserve ($17 per bottle) has the tones of ripe peach and apricot fused into a moderately sweet taste. 6062 S. River Road, Geneva, 440-466-6676,
southrivervineyard.com
VERMILLION VALLEY VINEYARDS
Why we love it: This boutique winery located inside a building modeled after a farmhouse is known for its Old World vinifera varieties. "[Visitors] can try a number of things and step out of their comfort zone," says co-owner Joseph Fowler. Uncork this: Lovers of red wine will like the Lemberger ($16 per bottle), which has a big, heavy dry taste. 11005 Gore Orphanage Road, Wakeman, 440-965-5202, vermilionvalleyvineyards.com
