It’s all about the basics! Join Michelle for a relaxed night of tasting as we pare down the complex world of wines into an easy, approachable, and most importantly, fun night of learning. If you are new to wine this will be a no-stress, interactive introduction to boost your confidence and show you how accessible wines can truly be. If you are already familiar with the world of wine, come sharpen your skills and all of your senses and maybe even learn something new!

General Public: $25 Wine Club Member: $20

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We are very excited to announce a brand new wine and food pairing series at Black Birch Vineyard!

Every Saturday starting in March we will be offering a special pairing in the tasting room featuring local food producers that rotate on a quarterly basis. For our first pairing we welcome the exquisite cheeses from Grace Hill Farm based in Cummington.

Join us for the official Meet & Greet kickoff event on March 2nd with Aurora Sjostrom from Grace Hill Farm and our own Michelle Kersbergen as we move through the lineup of wines and cheeses, discussing and savoring each one.

General Public: $25 Wine Club Member: $20

Sign up here!

If you are interested in joining us for one of the subsequent Saturday food and wine pairings you must sign up ahead of time. (Sign up information coming soon).

Regular wine tastings during our business hours require no sign up.

Join us for a lovely night of wine and cheese featuring delightful wines from our vineyard paired with curated cheese selections from Provisions in Northampton, MA. Learn about our wines and how they pair with different cheeses from all around the world.

BBV Members: $25
General Public: $35

Purchase your ticket here. Limited space available. 

Meet local artist Lori Bernier at our “Meet the Artist” series at Black Birch Vineyard. Lori is a native of Western Massachusetts and has experimented with many types of art media through the years. However, since childhood, photography has been her true passion. Lori is inspired by the work of Paul Caponigro and Ron Rosenstock. She favors working with black & white without the distraction of color, with a concentration on form and texture. Lori has an eye for the unique, which is illustrated in her distinctive images.

Lori’s work will be on display from January 2nd - March 27th.

Tasting room will be closing promptly at 5 PM on this day for a private event being held at our winery.

Black Birch Vineyard is excited to share with you all our brand new Epic Red Blend. We invite our BBV Wine Club members for an exclusive first taste, paired with cheese and charcuterie provided by Provisions of Northampton. This wine will be a lovely addition to winter's warm holiday feasts and casual family dinners. The 3 bottle allotment will include 2 bottles of choice from our regular menu as well as our Epic Red Blend. Please join us to celebrate its arrival!

BBV Members: Free        Sign up here!

This is a Members Only event for our seasonal wine allotment pick-up, along with an exclusive first taste of our new wine releases. Join our club to take advantage of Members Only events as well as other special perks.

Raise a glass for the next generation. Join us to support Whole Children of Hadley, an organization that provides enrichment programs for children of all abilities including children with special needs. All profits go to support the programs at Whole Children. Tickets are $25 and include a glass of wine. There will be a raffle and live music by Dunham Shoe Factory and Juke Joint Jazz. Food donated by Local Burger, Provisions, Smithsonian Catering, River Valley Co-op, and Bittersweet Cafe. Purchase tickets here.

Join us for a lovely night of Black Birch wines paired with an exquisite dinner at our second annual Vintner’s Dinner. Meet and network with members of the wine industry including local farmers, distributors, restaurateurs, liquor stores, and more. Gather around our table as Michelle gives an update on happenings at the vineyard and plans for next year, and Ian’s reflections on farming in Hatfield this past year, and his weather, crop, and wine predictions for 2019.

We will be working with HardyFoard Catering of Brattleboro, VT to put together a decadent 5-course meal with some of our favorite wines. We’ll gather at 6:30 for complementary glass of our Epic Royale and good company and dinner is served at 7:00.

Wine Club Member: $90/person General Public: $98/person

Reserve your seat for a delicious meal here!

Menu:

First Course - Corn croquettas with cotija cheese, cilantro, sriracha aioli and limes ~ Riesling "Clone 198"                                                                                          Second Course - Pumpkin ravioli in a pecan-sage butter sauce with lemon zest and micro greens   ~ '17 Chardonnay                                                                                              Course Three - Artisan Kale Caesar Salad with sun-dried tomatoes, shaved parmesan and crispy chickpeas  ~ '15 Cabernet Franc                                                                              Main Course - Plum and port braised pork shoulder with parmesan polenta and roasted garlic red pepper broccoli rabe ~ Epic Red Vegetarian Option - Sauteed cannelloni beans with roasted artichoke hearts, spinach, gremolata, cherry tomatoes, roasted garlic, white wine and lemon zest.  ~ Epic Red  Dessert - Butternut squash gingerbread cake   ~ Ruby (port-style dessert wine)   

Coffee and Tea Bar    

For any dietary restrictions, please inform us and use the "organizer" link on the eventbrite page where you purchase your tickets.          

Come and enjoy a unique and special tasting of our 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon. Our winemaker Ian Modestow will be pouring samples from 12 different barrels and explaining the nuances from each specific barrel, new, old, American, and French oak and how oak aging plays into the character of the wine. Platters of specially paired cheeses and meats will be available to savor on during the tasting.

Two tasting sessions available: 4:30 PM or 7:00 PM Please plan on approximately 2 hrs for each tasting session

Wine Club Member: $20/person General Public: $25/person

Tickets will be available at the door but space is limited. Reserve your ticket in advance here!

Join us for a casual tasting event at the vineyard in celebration of fall wine season, Deutsche style! Ian will be offering young Federweisser glasses of Riesling, a traditional fresh wine served just as the fermentation process begins. The Happy Five Oompah Band will join the festivities from 2:00 - 3:30 and traditional German Onion Cake prepared by Blue Door Gatherings will be served. Swing by during our regular hours, grab a glass of this traditional seasonal treat, and enjoy autumn at the vineyard with us.

By the Glass: $8

I am a native of the Pioneer Valley, in the western part of Massachusetts. I have been passionate about photography since childhood, but it was when I moved to Colorado that I knew I had found my calling. My travels to the breathtaking landscapes and national parks of the four corner states provided endless opportunities to create dramatic photos. With this inspiration, I returned home to earn my BFA in Photography from the Hartford Art School at the University of Hartford in 2018. 

I have two areas of focus in my photography. The first is food and wine, where I make beautiful, natural food and wine into delicious works of art. The second is nature photography, capturing both the dramatic vistas and the intimate vignettes.

Cady’s work will be on display from November 11th - December 28th

Tasting room will be closing promptly at 6 PM on this day for a private event being held at our winery.

Join us to celebrate the bounty of the harvest at this year's Crush Festival! Enjoy a glass of wine, take a tour, stomp grapes with your feet, and have a great time!

Saturday, October 20th  1:00PM - 5:00PM                - FREE! -

Bring a lawn chair and picnic blanket

Music provided by Katie Clarke and Larry LeBanc

Grab a bite of delicious Southeast Asian food from Little Trúc

Wake up with us for Brunch at the Vineyard. Featuring our special and limited Epic Mimosa!

$55 BBV wine club member / $65 general public

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Music by Lincoln Allen Jazz

Catering by Blue Door Gathering

MENU:

Assorted Pastries: cheddar gougeres, morning buns, banana date tea cake

Seasonal Fruit Salad

Petite Quiches: leek, cabbage + bacon

Roasted Local Potatoes with harissa aioli

Local Yogurt with maple syrup and Blue Door seasonal granola Bagels  

Lox cream cheese, red onion, capers, tomatoes + dill

No. Six Depot coffee + tea seasonal selection

Virgin Mimosas orange juice + italian soda

Join the Hatfield Historical Society for an evening of jazz and wine tasting at Black Birch Vineyard.  Support this wonderful local organization whose mission is to collect, preserve and share Hatfield history. 

Tickets are $25 per person.  Admission includes a sampling of 5 wines or a glass of wine of your choosing.

The LaRK Jazz Trio will be accompanying us for the evening, light snacks will be provided as well as a chance to win a lovely door prize. 

Tickets available for purchase in the Hatfield Historical Museum (Sat. and Tues. mornings), the Hatfield Farm Museum (Sat., 12 to 2 pm) or from Hatfield Historical Society Board Members, while tickets last (capacity is limited).

For more information, contact Bryan at 413-348-6979 or bryannicholas@comcast.net

To learn more about the Hatfield Historical Society visit their website here!

Take part in a walk around Black Birch Vineyard led by permaculture expert, Felix Lufkin. Discover and identify what seasonal greens, flowers and roots surround us and can be harvested and used on an everyday basis.

Felix works at a number of programs in the Valley teaching nature awareness and homestead skills, at public schools and workshops in the area. He was been sharing his passion for wild edible plants since 2005, with well known nature education organizations like Mass Audobon, the Vermont Wilderness School, Earthwork Programs, UMass Amherst and Hampshire College. He also directs Help Yourself, Inc, which plants community fruit trees in the Valley, free for all to harvest from. www.helpyourselfedibles.org

BBV Members: $10

General Public: $12

Children 12 and under: Free

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Tasting room will be closing promptly at 6 PM on this day for a private event being held at our winery.

Black Birch Vineyard is excited to announce the release of our 2017 Chardonnay ... just in time for our Wine Club fall pick-up! We invite our BBV Wine Club members for an exclusive first taste, paired with cheese and charcuterie, and good company. It's a perfect time to stock up on your favorite wine and get ready for crisp autumn days!

The 3 bottle allotment will include the following: 1 bottle of our 2017 Chardonnay and 2 bottles of choice from our regular menu.

BBV Members: Free        Sign up here!

This is a Members Only event for our seasonal wine allotment pick-up, along with an exclusive first taste of our new wine releases. Join our club to take advantage of Members Only events as well as other special perks.

Tasting room will be closing promptly at 6 PM on this day for a private event being held at our winery.

Tasting room/winery not available. 

Research Chefs Association - New England Region Wine and Cheese Tasting Culinology Event

Tasting room/winery not available. Closed for corporate event.

Pure Barre is popping up at Black Birch Vineyard! While Pure Barre makes amazing use of the ballet barre throughout class in their studio, you can actually take a barre class without the barre! Come get some fresh air and experience this incredibly effective technique in the beautiful setting of our vineyard for a FREE class! They use small or isometric movements to work your entire body. Class starts with a full body warm up, then moves to arms, thighs, seat, abs, and finishes with a cool down stretch. Then stay to hang out and enjoy our Pure Barre community with a glass of wine or a tasting! For more questions about this exercise technique, please visit their website or contact northampton@purebarre.com

Bring a yoga mat, wear workout clothes (dress accordingly, we may be outside) and a smile! Bring your barre bestie and tuck it out with us!

You can show up at the vineyard that day or sign up in advance. If you would like to reserve a spot please check us out online at purebarre.com/ma-northampton, call or email (northampton@purebarre.com) Pure Barre today!

Tasting room will be closing promptly at 6 PM on this day for a private event being held at our winery.

Enjoy your holiday!

Meet local artists Susan Tilton Pecora and Linda Graves at our "Meet the Artist" series here at Black Birch Vineyard.  

Susan Tilton Pecora has been painting scenes of New England all her life. She is a signature member of The New England Watercolor Society, host of the PBS affiliate television show "Reflections Through Watercolor". She has been an instructor at the Museum School in Springfield, MA., Cape Cod Art Association and the Roads Scholar Program in New Hampshire. She has taught various workshops throughout the country and was awarded a Rotary International Grant to demonstrate her painting techniques in Paris for a month. Her work has been featured in American Artist Magazine, "Splash, the Best in Watercolor" North Lights Books. Thirteen of her paintings were used to create a calendar for Willie Nelson's Farm Aid. In 2008 she was asked by Congressman Richard Neal to create an ornament for the White House Christmas tree. More information about Susan can be found on her Facebook.

Millions of Linda Graves’ books have been sold and enjoyed worldwide. Her unique style and imagination captivates readers of all ages. Linda has illustrated more than 40 books for the world’s leading children’s book publishers. Linda’s illustrations have also appeared on calendars, greeting cards, toys, posters, and in national advertising and major magazines (Better Homes & Gardens, Good Housekeeping). More information about Linda can be found on her website. 

Susan and Linda's work will be on display from August 24th - October 23rd.

Join us for an exclusive Chardonnay barrel tasting followed by fresh oysters and shrimp from BerkShore Seafood, presented and shucked by Austin Banach Catering.

Tickets include the barrel and tank tasting of Chardonnay presented by our winemaker Ian Modestow, a plate of freshly shucked oysters and prepared fresh shrimp, cheese and charcuterie from Provisions, a Mosaic Cafe side salad with chicken, and a glass of wine - Chardonnay or one of your choice. Enjoy music by Iron Horse regulars Juke Joint Jazz who will make a rare trio appearance!

BBV Member: $45/person                                                                                       

General Public: $55/person

Tickets are limited and available only in advance.  Join us anytime between 5:30 and 9:00 and sign up for one of the two tasting sessions. 

Reserve your tasting here!

Pure Barre is popping up at Black Birch Vineyard! While Pure Barre makes amazing use of the ballet barre throughout class in their studio, you can actually take a barre class without the barre! Come get some fresh air and experience this incredibly effective technique in the beautiful setting of our vineyard for a FREE class! They use small or isometric movements to work your entire body. Class starts with a full body warm up, then moves to arms, thighs, seat, abs, and finishes with a cool down stretch. Then stay to hang out and enjoy our Pure Barre community with a glass of wine or a tasting! For more questions about this exercise technique, please visit their website or contact northampton@purebarre.com

Bring a yoga mat, wear workout clothes (dress accordingly, we may be outside) and a smile! Bring your barre bestie and tuck it out with us!

You can show up at the vineyard that day or sign up in advance. If you would like to reserve a spot please check us out online at purebarre.com/ma-northampton, call or email (northampton@purebarre.com) Pure Barre today!

Celebrate the summer and enjoy an afternoon at Black Birch Vineyard. We will have live jazz from 2:00 - 4:00 performed by local musicians Juke Joint Jazz and our Hatfield neighbors Bistro Bus will have scrumptious food available for purchase and a live demo of Biochar by chef and owner of SpitJack. So kick back, relax and enjoy! 

Lawn chairs or blankets recommended. No outside alcohol, please.

Rain date scheduled for Sunday, August 5th from 1:00 - 5:00 PM

Vineyard and winery tours will be offered at 1:30 and 3:30 PM.