Harford Vineyard & Winery in Forest Hill, MD: Tastings, Hours and Fall Events (2026)

by Josh Tessier

Last updated: Oct. 23, 2026

Harford Vineyard & Winery is a small family winery at 1311 W. Jarrettsville Rd. in Forest Hill. The tasting room is open Thursday to Monday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. A $10 flight lets you try any 6 of their wines.

It's an easy date-night pick close to home. Below is what they pour, the weekly deals, and the fall events still open as of Oct. 23.

Three wine glasses and four wine bottles lined up on a wooden tasting bar — *A wine tasting setup. This photo is not from Harford Vineyard.*
Photo: “Preparing a wine tasting flight at a tasting bar” by Tokyo Tanenhaus, licensed under CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons. Cropped to the bar only.

Where is Harford Vineyard & Winery?

It's at 1311 W. Jarrettsville Rd., Forest Hill, MD 21050. The phone number is 443-495-1699.

It's a farm, so the ground can be uneven. The winery asks guests to stay in the tasting room and the areas close to it. You can't walk the vineyard on your own.

What are the hours?

Thursday to Monday: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tuesday and Wednesday: Closed.
Holiday break: The tasting room is closed Dec. 22 to Jan. 1.

Some events run later than 5 p.m. Check the event page before you go.

Who runs it?

The Mooney family. Kevin and Teresa Mooney planted their first grapes in 2003. They started with Traminette and Vidal. Merlot came in 2006.

They opened as a licensed winery in 2009. At first they sold grapes, juice and supplies to people who make wine at home. Now their son Brent runs a lot of the day-to-day with Dylan Pyon, the one other full-time worker.

The vineyard has about 3 acres of grapes. The winery is part of the Piedmont Wine Trail, a group of wineries in Harford and Baltimore counties.

A bunch of green Traminette grapes hanging on a vine under big green leaves — *Traminette grapes like these were some of the first vines the Mooneys planted. This photo is not from Harford Vineyard.*
Photo: “Traminette grapes on the vine” by slgckgc, licensed under CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons. Cropped.

What do they pour?

Wine and spirits. The winery says it makes over 25 wines and spirits. Some grapes come from their own vines. Some come from growers they trust.

Brent Mooney named these as some of the most popular wines:

Vidal Blanc, a light, crisp white with lemon and grapefruit notes
Merlot, a light dry red with cherry and cranberry notes
Harford Blush, a semi-sweet wine with tropical fruit notes
Peach Kissed, a sweet white blend
Murphy's Merit, a sweet, floral white blend

They also make pomace brandy. It's a lot like grappa. They have flavors like apple and Madagascar vanilla, plus two gins made from pomace brandy. Wine bottles on their online store run $20 to $30. The two cask proof brandies are $86.

Not sure what to pick? Get the flight. That's what it's for.

How much is a tasting?

These prices come from the winery's own site:

Wine flight: $10 for any 6 wines.
Pomace brandy flight: $10 for any 3 brandies.

Groups of 10 or more should call ahead. You don't need a reservation for a small group. Big groups can pay to hold tables. It's $10, $15 or $20 a person, up to 30 people.

Are there any deals?

Yes. The winery posts these weekly specials. Mention the special when you pay. They're only good from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Monday, Local Love: $5 off 2 tastings plus a cheese, cracker and salami tray. The cheese is from Daily Crisis Farms.
Thursday, Seniors and Veterans: Seniors 60 and up and veterans get 10% off bottles, half off a tasting and $1 off glasses of wine.
Friday, First Responders and Teachers: Buy one tasting flight, get one half off. The winery says this one is for everyone.
Sunday Funday: Board games and $1 off mixed drinks.

Want to save every time? The Wine Club is free to join. You pay for 3 wines every 3 months, in February, May, August and November. Members get 15% off bottles, half-price tastings for up to 4 people and $1 off glasses. You have to stay in for at least 2 releases, or there's a $50 fee. Shipping is only inside Maryland.

Can I bring kids, food or my dog?

Kids: Yes, if an adult keeps an eye on them. Ticketed events are 21 and up.
Food: They sell cheese and cracker trays. You can bring your own food when no food truck is there. Event pages say if outside food isn't allowed.
Drinks: You can bring juice or soda. No outside alcohol. That's the law.
Dogs: No. Only service animals.

What events are coming up at Harford Vineyard?

The Halloween dinner theater nights on Oct. 23 and 24 and the Oct. 25 Sip & Paint are sold out. Here's what's still listed. All are posted by the winery itself. Prices are per person. Confirm before you go.

Free: Fireside Saturdays
Live local music by the fire, Saturdays from 1 to 4 p.m., October through March. No ticket needed.

Oct. 24: Mark Henkleman
Oct. 31: Rommel Miranda
Nov. 7: Shane Schisler
Nov. 21: Kristin Leschke
Nov. 28: Chris Montcalmo
Dec. 12: Charlie Hitman

Old Bay Improv Comedy Night: The Halloween Show, Fri., Oct. 30, 7:30 p.m.
Six local actors make up a comedy show on the spot from crowd ideas. It runs about 75 minutes. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $20. There's no food truck that night. Seats are rows of chairs, not tables. Costumes are optional. 21 and up.

Fall Cookie Decorating Class, Sun., Nov. 8, 1 to 3 p.m.
Two local bakers, Stewed Sugar and Be More Cookie Company, show you how to decorate 4 fall cookies. You take them home in a box. It's $65 and includes a glass of wine or a cocktail. Gluten-free cookies are on request.

Behind the Scenes Tour, Sun., Nov. 8, 2 p.m.
See parts of the winery that are normally closed. You taste a wine straight from the barrel. After, you get a flight of 6 wines and 10% off bottles that day. It's $35, or $15 for Wine Club members. About an hour, rain or shine, on uneven ground. 21 and up.

Sip & Snap Holiday Camper Photos, Sat., Nov. 14, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Take your Christmas card photos in and around a vintage camper dressed up for the holidays. Bring your own camera or phone. Someone will be there to snap the pics for you. It's $100 for a 15-minute slot and includes a $20 winery voucher for that day. The rain date is Sat., Nov. 28.

Pound & Pie, Sun., Nov. 15, 10 a.m.
A drum-stick cardio class, then wine and pie. It's $30 and includes a glass of wine or spirit, pie, 10% off bottles and $1 off glasses after class. All levels. 21 and up.

Fall Candle Workshop, Sun., Nov. 22, 1 to 3 p.m.
Nature's Glow Candle Company helps you mix a scent and pour a candle into a wooden pumpkin, a wooden gourd or a ceramic pumpkin. It's $60 and includes a glass of wine or spirit. Some styles are running low.

Christmas Candle Workshop, Sun., Dec. 6, 1 to 3 p.m.
Same idea, holiday shapes. Prices run $50 to $70 based on the candle you pick. Each ticket includes a glass of wine or spirit.

Want more spooky ideas for this weekend? See my Halloween 2026 guide for Harford County and the 30-event Harford County trunk-or-treat list.

My quick take

Go on a Saturday afternoon in the fall. Get a flight, grab a cheese tray and catch the free music by the fire. If you want a real date night, the Oct. 30 improv show is $20 a ticket.

Thinking about living out this way? My Forest Hill guide covers schools, parks and home prices. Or text me at (443) 617-2099. Happy to help.

FAQ

What are Harford Vineyard's hours?

Harford Vineyard & Winery in Forest Hill is open Thursday through Monday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. It is closed Tuesday and Wednesday. The tasting room is also closed Dec. 22 to Jan. 1.

How much is a wine tasting at Harford Vineyard?

A wine flight is $10 for any 6 wines. A pomace brandy flight is $10 for any 3 brandies. Seniors and veterans get half off a tasting on Thursdays.

Where is Harford Vineyard & Winery?

It is at 1311 W. Jarrettsville Rd., Forest Hill, MD 21050, in Harford County. The phone number is 443-495-1699.

Can you bring kids to Harford Vineyard?

Yes. Kids are allowed in the tasting room if an adult watches them. Ticketed events are 21 and up.

Is Harford Vineyard dog friendly?

No. Only service animals are allowed on the property.

Do I need a reservation at Harford Vineyard?

No, not for small groups. Groups of 10 or more should call ahead, and groups of up to 30 can pay $10 to $20 a person to hold tables.

About the author: Josh Tessier is a Harford County REALTOR® with the Lee Tessier Team at eXp Realty, based in Bel Air. He has 16+ years in real estate and has sold 550+ homes personally. He lives in Harford County and is raising his family here.

Harford County real estate agent Josh Tessier — *Josh Tessier, REALTOR® with the Lee Tessier Team. Call or text (443) 617-2099.*

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Sources

Location, hours and contact

Harford Vineyard & Winery, FAQs (address, phone, Thu.-Mon. 11-5, kids, pets, food, outside drinks, reservations, flight prices, no self-tours)
Maryland Wineries Association, Harford Vineyard & Winery (address; Mon. and Thu.-Sun. 11-5, closed Tue.-Wed.; tastings, tours, picnics)
Paul Vigna, Wine Classroom, “Family running Md. winery feels like it's finally starting to get some momentum” (May 31, 2026; address, Thu.-Mon. 11-5, Piedmont Wine Trail, 3 acres, popular wines, staff)
Visit Maryland, Harford Vineyard and Winery (family-owned since 2003, address, family-friendly)
Tripadvisor, Harford Vineyard and Winery (hours, phone, pomace brandy and farmers market notes)
Harford Vineyard & Winery, Facebook page (page About: tasting room Thu.-Mon. 11-5; recent posts)

History and wines

Harford Vineyard & Winery, About (Kevin and Teresa Mooney; first vines 2003, Traminette and Vidal; Merlot 2006; winery 2009; Brent Mooney and Dylan; 25+ wines and spirits)
Capital Gazette, “Exploring Maryland's Piedmont Wine Trail” (June 22, 2016; Kevin and Teresa Mooney co-owners; started selling grapes to home winemakers; Peach Kissed; kid-friendly, not pet-friendly)
Visit Harford, Piedmont Wine Trail (Harford Vineyard listed)
Harford Vineyard & Winery, online store (bottle and brandy prices, wine names and tasting notes)
Harford Vineyard & Winery, Pomace Brandy

Deals, reservations and Wine Club