Layne Witherell, 80, has been working in the industry for 50 years.
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After 40 years, the pioneers of Maine winemaking are closing up shop
The Bartlett Maine Estate Winery in Gouldsboro is for sale, as its founders, famous for their complex, award-winning blueberry wines, consider retirement.
Fire destroys Union winery, distillery
Firefighters prevented fire from spreading to owners’ home and barn.
Maine’s oldest winery, Bartlett Maine Estate Winery, is up for sale
Bartlett Maine Estate Winery, known for its blueberry wines, is for sale after over 40 years in business.
Harvest time at WillowsAwake Winery in Leeds accelerates with warm, dry spell
Owner Tony Lyons and winemaker Lindsay Benson are looking to harvest a bumper crop at the Central Maine vineyard.
Meridians in downtown Fairfield to reopen with modified name, new kind of menu
Meridians: The Bar is set to open at 166 Main St. on June 21. Its shop, formerly across the street, has been moved to the restaurant’s lounge.
Watch: Leeds vineyard blooming like never before at budding business
WillowsAwake Winery looks for bountiful harvest with more vines coming into full production.
Grape growing in the big leagues
Our columnist reports back from the French wine-making regions of Burgundy and Champagne. Sorry, Maine, we’re not there yet.
Getting serious about viticulture in Maine; it may not be too cold a climate for good wine
WillowsAwake Winery in Leeds planted vines, hired a winemaker, invested heavily in infrastructure and the effort is beginning to bear fruit.
In a Silent Way features a leisurely pace and highly polished food
The Wiscasset wine bar and shop serves its terrific selection of wines in enviable wine glasses, alongside a pared-down menu of beautifully made food.