August is one of the busiest vacation months in the year. Wherever you are visiting, there is likely to be a winery nearby. This gives you a chance to discover what the wineries in the area have to offer. Also since many wineries sell only from their tasting rooms, you have the opportunity to taste wines you would not find at a wine store near your home. If you are visiting Bethany Beach, Delaware stop at Nassau Valley Vineyards. You will find not only a winery but also an unusual museum.  On Maryland’s Eastern Shore there are wineries that include St. Michaels Winery and Tilmon’s Island. Near Cape May, New Jersey nearby wineries include Natali Vineyards and Cape May Winery.

If you discover a wine you like and decide to purchase a bottle, keep in mind that heat can easily destroy wine. Your car trunk is not suitable for storing the wine for extended hours. Keep a cooler in your car and if you are going to a winery, add an ice pack.

Cheers! Kathy