Autumn Lake Winery

This review is more like a 2.5.

Pros
*Beautiful views of lake
*Nice interior
*Plenty of of indoor and outdoor seating options

Cons
*Wine taste and quality
*No by the glass sales
*Limited offering especially for flights
*Lack of information/greeting upon arrival for a new guest
*No tastings offered just flights

I love to visit a new winery. We decided to visit Autumn Lake at 12noon Saturday 12.2.23 to start my birthday weekend off. We were not greeted immediately upon entry to the bar area despite four staff doing things close by and only two guests being seated at that point in time. There was no flight or tasting info on the bar. I looked at the full bottle menu while we waited to be acknowledged. We then checked in for our reservation and were told where our table was. Still, no information on anything whatsoever. While we got situated at our table I looked at their website to see if I could find the wine flight info. No. We go to the bar and basically say "How does this work? You offer flights? What is your offering?" She then fished a wine flight placard out from behind the bar and puts it in front of us. Very limited. I like dry reds. I had one choice and it was a 3 wine flight.

The flight is served in plastic cups with lids, that then go in a paper tray of sorts with your wine glass laid down in it. I honestly could not believe my eyes. First, super wasteful given they are all one time use items. Second, ruins the experience entirely. This wasn't worthy of a wine enjoyment experience in both of our opinions. I felt like I was in a cafeteria. It cheapened the experience and was simply weird.

I did not care for the Cab or Chambourcin at all. They tasted of fumes and the metal they were fermented in. The Blaufrankisch was drinkable. I got hit with heartburn immediately while drinking these wines. I never get heartburn. It was my birthday so I wanted to stay and relax. There was another red on the menu that I wanted to give a try but they don't offer glass sales and they only offer one red flight that you cannot customize. They have taps on the wall behind the bar too. Not sure what those are for. So, we left a mere 60 minutes later. I never visit a winery without buying at least 1-2 bottles. I love wine. I typically purchase a 1/2 or whole case. I purchased nothing today.

I honestly don't get all of these good reviews. We will not be back.

Beautiful venue!
A lot of seating outside, plus you can bring your own chairs. There's inside seating and patio seating, plus picnic tables with umbrellas on two tiers, and a covered tent near a stage area. And they have fire pits with reservation's. A lot of open space with the lake and vineyards for viewing.

Outside food and dogs are welcomed, but please support the food truck, and clean up after your dog. They offer a small charcuterie box inside the winery. There are 4 flight options, and wine by the glass or bottle.

This is a gorgeous location next to a lake fed by local stream through the surrounding woodland. My brother and his wife took my girlfriend and I here while we were in town for my cousin's wedding. The inside and outside deck was full but they had additional seating around individual fire pits outside as well and we secured one. They were mostly propane but a few were bring your own firewood and they may have had firewood for sale on site. It was a tad chilly in the 50s but with the fire pit and our jackets we were comfortable. Everyone enjoyed their wine selection. The only downside was we could not do a tasting due to there being an event that day, which was why the indoor seating was taken up. We were, however, able to order flights to make our own tasting. I highly recommend this winery and will return in the spring through fall if I'm back in the area visiting.

This is a rwalky nice laid back place. Its located within a short drive from most South Jersey areas. During the Summer they have a lot of great local talent as well as different food truck vendors. It has a great view of the lake. The Winery is really nice and there is outdoor dining. The emoloyees are really nice.

My family went this weekend and the views by the lodge are beautiful. There's a large lake (of course) that supplies your view when sitting in the lodge, on the patio, or mildly on the side by the small theater for live music performers. The selection of wine fits a small flier, but they have practically something for everybody.

The employees inside are friendly and let you taste whatever you'd like. You can buy wine by the bottle or by the cup, though I suggest you find something you like and buy by the bottle. My mother got the Chardonnay (2021; $22) and I fell in love with their Down Home cranberry ($17).

The only issue was, the food truck broke down and we didn't know about it when we got there. By the time we got food delivered to us, it was back up again. So, I suppose make sure you bring food or snacks as a back up in case there's an issue when you get there. Also, I suggest bringing something to fend off bugs in the summer months; I can imagine that lake supplying a lot of real estate for mosquitos.

A fantastic scenic spot to enjoy some solid SJ wines. Tasting room is lodge-like and there's usually an acoustic act on the weekends. From the large windows, you are overlooking the the vines, pines, and an emerald green lake. Red wing blackbirds, waterfowl, and many other feathered friends abound.

Plenty of seasonal outdoor seating, food trucks on weekends, and a sprawling setting make this a great stop. With White Horse Winery and Amalthea not far away... you can make a day of it!

Relaxing atmosphere, great scenery all around, great for family get-togethers, children friendly, dog friendly, couples, girls day out, friendly staff, wines are made there. We had at least 4 different wines and they all were nice! They only had 1 food truck, but good food ( chicken fingers (4) and fries $12.99 ) we brought food also.
Picnic benches outside, you look out onto the beautiful lake out in the pines, plenty of parking.
If you are handicapped it could be challenging outside, but there is plenty of room inside, they have a large great room!
Enjoyed totally for a Saturday afternoon event with my family and their little ones. There is plenty of space for the kids to run, too

The property and building are beautiful. It says they're dog friendly but only outside so I went inside for a tasting while my husband stayed outside with the dogs. There was only one person working the tastings and she spent all of her time chatting with two women and didn't even acknowledge my presence for what seemed like an eternity. When she finally noticed me, my husband was sitting alone for so long, he started texting, wondering where I was. I honestly had a hard time finding a wine I liked. They weren't bad but the reds were light bodied and whites were bland. I finally found one I liked (I think it was a red blend) and it was close to $40 for a bottle. Unfortunately, we won't be back.

Down Home Red was a bottle I bought without a sip to taste. Fearless and no regrets! It was tasty and has less of an acidic sour aftertaste most reds have. I'd gladly buy another. My friend had the Down Home White and it was drier, a little more tart.

During late Fall 2020 year, they had fire pits (beware of smoke) seats and picnic tables in both sunny or shade areas. There isn't a cover cost and a lunch truck was on site. My group of friends had a table reserved in advanced. Everything was super easy and covid friendly. Staff kept it clean & clear. We brought food to munch on and just hang out. Although, I did buy a lunch truck sandwich. I really look forward to going back when it warms up outside again (covid pending).

Just had the celebration of my grandson's first birthday and it was here!
Until last week I'd never heard of this place, but my daughter and son in law had and for that I'm very grateful for.
We arrived a little early to help with set up, as we pulled up , my wife and I were greeted with a picturesque view of the vineyard nestled around a small lake with the clubhouse on the hill overlooking the lake and vineyards. There are a variety of areas to relax and enjoy the day, we occupied the patio attached to the main building, it overlooks the lake and was afforded the view of the outdoor stage ( live music was playing) as well as the tables lining the tiered slopes, the lakeside area has its own stage, tables and parking lot the ability to host simultaneous activities that don't clash is a plus. The negative side is minimal, only 2 restrooms with portapotties scattered around. Outside alcohol is prohibited, but they have a good selection of wine from the vineyards available by the glass and bottle, tastings are offered so you can find the vintage for you. I found a very nice red that was finished in bourbon barrels ( brought one home)
You can bring food or take advantage of the food truck on site ( not sure if they rotate trucks). Staff was very attentive and accommodating ( first birthday parties can be very stressful for the staff) they took everything in stride. As the day ended we finished with a walk through the vineyards.
Overall a great day and worthy of a return