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Estate Wines & Ciders in Hudson Valley | Quartz Rock Vineyard
At Quartz Rock Vineyard, our mission is to cultivate with kindness and respect for the land, our team, and the community. As a small family-owned estate winery and cidery nestled in the Hudson Valley, we grow every grape and fruit used in our wines and ciders on-site at Nightingale Farm. Since acquiring the property in 2020, we have remained committed to producing high-quality estate wines while embracing innovation in winemaking techniques. Our tasting experiences feature curated flights of both wines and hard ciders, all while offering visitors a rustic, welcoming environment with panoramic views of the Hudson Valley.We actively support local schools and community organizations through donations and sponsorships, reflecting our deep ties to the region. Our team, led by proprietors Dan Heavens and Jacqui Ferrari Heavens alongside Farm Foreman Kevin Lockhart, brings decades of viticultural expertise and passion to every bottle we produce. Whether guests are enjoying a glass on our patio or participating in our weekend live music events, we strive to create memorable experiences rooted in quality and hospitality.
Services
Wine Tasting
Hard Cider Tasting
Wine Club Membership
Live Music Events
Gift Cards
Highlights and features
- Family-owned estate winery with on-site grape cultivation
- All wines and ciders produced from estate-grown fruit
- Active community supporter through school donations and sponsorships
- Scenic Hudson Valley location with panoramic views
- Experienced team with decades of viticultural expertise
What people say
Delicious wines
Beautiful view
Friendly staff
Excellent red wines
Memorable experience
Services
Wine Tasting
Curated wine tasting experiences featuring our estate-grown wines. Guests enjoy 5-6 different wines with guided commentary about our vineyard practices and winemaking techniques. Available daily during operating hours with reservations recommended for large groups.
Hard Cider Tasting
Specialized hard cider tastings showcasing our orchard-grown apple varieties. Each flight includes 4-5 different ciders ranging from dry to sweet profiles, with explanations about our cider-making process and ingredient sourcing.
Wine Club Membership
Exclusive membership program offering quarterly wine shipments, members-only releases, and special event invitations. Benefits include bottle purchases on-site, discounted tasting fees, and early access to limited-production wines.
Live Music Events
Regularly scheduled live music performances featuring local Hudson Valley musicians. Events run weekends from spring through fall, with curated artist lineups complementing our tasting experiences in our outdoor event space.
Gift Cards
Digital gift cards available for purchase online, redeemable for wine and cider tastings, bottle purchases, and special events. Flexible denominations allow gifting of specific experiences or general credit for future visits.
People
Dan Heavens
Proprietor & Winemaker
Co-owner and winemaker Dan Heavens oversees all aspects of wine and cider production. With extensive experience in viticulture and fermentation science, he brings innovative techniques while maintaining traditional quality standards at the Hudson Valley estate.
Jacqui Ferrari Heavens
Co-Proprietor
As co-proprietor, Jacqui Ferrari Heavens focuses on guest experience and community relations. She manages daily operations and special events, ensuring visitors enjoy personalized service in the vineyard's welcoming environment.
Kevin Lockhart
Farm Foreman
Farm Foreman Kevin Lockhart manages vineyard and orchard operations with over 15 years of experience in sustainable agriculture. His expertise in grape and apple cultivation ensures optimal fruit quality for Quartz Rock's estate wines and ciders.
Questions
What are Quartz Rock Vineyard's operating hours?
We're open Saturdays 12-6 PM and Sundays 12-5 PM. Reservations recommended for groups over 12 guests.
What wine tasting options are available?
Curated wine and cider tasting flights priced $20-$25, with seasonal menus featuring our estate-grown varieties.
Can I bring children or pets to the vineyard?
Family-friendly with well-behaved children welcome. Leashed pets allowed outdoors. No playground facilities available.
Are food options available at the vineyard?
We offer charcuterie boards and packaged snacks. Guests may order from partner vendors with advance notice.
Does Quartz Rock host special events?
Live music weekends feature local musicians. We do not host private events or weddings at this time.
How can I purchase Quartz Rock wines?
Wines available for purchase on-site during tastings or through our online wine club membership program.
Reviews (6)
Robert F.
Dec 05, 2021
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What a great little winery. The owners and staff are fabulous and from what my wife tells me the best tasting wine sorry I don't drink wine. But will always take the 3hr ride one way to come here
Bill W.
Oct 02, 2021
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The stars are only for the location, not the experience. It's a beautiful setting with great views. I cannot rate anything else because we never served today. After waiting in line, wanting to do flights, we were given one glass each (what? for a flight??) menus and told to go to a table where a server would take care of us. That never happened, After being there almost a half hour, servers going back and forth to our area, never once checking in. We tried to wave one over, who, laughably just waved back at us. We finally left, spoke to the gentleman valiantly trying to park cars and minibuses
Shatilah Perry
Sep 18, 2021
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Today was my first time visiting a winery and I enjoyed myself. It has an intimate vibe which I liked a lot. The view is absolutely beautiful. Parking wasnt an issue so thats always a plus. We sat under a tent at picnic tables while one of the employees played live music. Our server Taren(hopefully I spelled her name right) was amazing. She absolutely made us all feel welcomed and explained the wine menu and gave good recommendations. We even met the owner Jacqui who was super sweet and her son who was absolutely adorable. He asked to take our order it was so cute. I look forward to
Darren Schiminski
Sep 11, 2021
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Great views. Staff was super helpful and friendly. They let you bring your own food in making this great for bringing the kids. A selection of liquors and beers also available for those that aren't into wine
Kristi M.
Sep 06, 2021
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What a gem! Their wines were fantastic, staff friendly and informed, and property absolutely gorgeous. What a wonderful time and thank you.
Sarah R.
Sep 01, 2021
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Loved this place! Super lowkey, but service was amazing. My friend and I each got flights, and every time, the server would approach us at the perfect time for the next tasting. We were also given water bottles to rinse. My favorite was the rose! I forget the exact details about it, but it was pleasantly tart and refreshing. I had to order two more glasses after the tasting was done.
