A new winery has opened in Cecil County! Dove Valley Winery and Vineyards located at 650 Harrington Road, Rising Sun, Maryland has opened its doors to the public. Dove Valley Grapes are grown by the Hepbron family at the head of the Chesapeake Bay. This area has just the right soil, sun and air flow to produce premium grapes. Work on the vineyards began in 1998 on eight acres of the family farm. Dove Valley grapes are hand-harvested and the wine is produced in oak casks.

The winery is housed in a log building, furnished with antiques. The atmosphere at Dove Valley is warm and cozy, just the kind of place for a relaxing wine tasting. So come out and sample Dove Valley's eight different blends of wine, including Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Zinfandel, Vignoles, Pinot Noir, Rose, Dove Valley Red and Dove Valley Sunset.

While there, ask about their walking tours of the vineyard.

Hours are Friday - Sunday, 11 - 5 p.m., and Monday - Thursday by appointment. Call 410.658.8388 for more information.