Spring Garden Vineyard
De Leon Springs, Florida
Description
Spring Garden Vineyard Overview
Located in the serene environment of DeLeon Springs, Spring Garden Vineyard offers a delightful experience for families and wine enthusiasts looking to engage directly with vineyard life through their U-Pick grape events.
History and Background
Owned and operated by the Lennon Family, Spring Garden Vineyard prides itself on offering a family-friendly environment where visitors can pick their own pesticide-free, healthy, and delicious muscadine grapes.
Vineyard Details and Wine Production
The vineyard specializes in several varieties of muscadine grapes, known for their richness and suitability for both fresh consumption and wine production. Here are the featured varieties:
- Southern Home
- Alachua
- Black Ison
- Supreme
- Fry
- Carlos
- Noble
Alongside fresh grapes, the vineyard produces homemade grape products like popsicles, jellies, and grape butter.
Visitor Information and Experiences
The U-Pick season begins on Friday, August 9th and is available each weekend (Friday to Sunday from 8 am to 5 pm) until approximately Sunday, September 15th. Activities are suitable for all ages, making it a perfect family outing.
Pricing Details
- 1/2 Gallon Bucket: $9 for about 2.75 lbs of fruit
- 1 Gallon Bucket: $14 for about 5.5 lbs of fruit
- Additional gallons after the first three are $11 each
- Pre-picked Gallons: $19
- Pre-picked Quart: $8
Special Offers
- Winemaker specials for Carlos and Noble varieties
- 5-Gallon Bucket: $40
Additional Products
- Homemade Grape Popsicles: $3.50
- Muscadine Jelly (8oz): $7.50
- Variety Pepper Jelly (8oz): $8.50 (includes Datil, Habanero, Jalapeño, Serrano)
- Grape Butter (8oz): $8.50
Notable Wines or Specialties
Focus on the muscadine grapes which are used extensively in their jelly and wine production. The Winemaker specials particularly highlight the Carlos and Noble varieties offering a unique taste of the vineyard's best.
Contact Information and Location
- Address: 980 Reynolds Road, DeLeon Springs, FL
- Directions:
- From Hwy 17 North: Turn left onto Reynolds Road just south of the Wells Fargo Bank. Continue for 1.3 miles.
- From Hwy 17 South: Before DeLeon Springs, turn onto Fairport Avenue at the Shell station. Follow it to Reynolds Road, turn right, and proceed for 0.6 miles.
- From Hwy 11: Turn onto Reynolds Road at the U-PICK sign intersection, and follow for 2.8 miles.
For inquiries or more information, visitors are encouraged to contact the Lennon Family directly through available communication channels provided at the vineyard.
Spring Garden Vineyard remains a notable destination for those passionate about sustainable agriculture and unique viticultural experiences. Whether you're looking to pick your own grapes or just enjoy the countryside, this family-operated vineyard offers an enriching experience.