Mineral Hills Winery at Godard's Red Hen Farm, LLC

Mineral Hills Winery at Godard's Red Hen Farm, LLC is a winery in North Adams, MA, located on Sylvester Road. The business produces a range of wines, including dry and sweet grape wines, white grape wines, fruit wines made from apples, blueberries, and honey, and mead crafted from honey harvested on the farm. Wines are available for tasting and purchase on-site, and the winery ships to over 30 states. The winery is part of a family-owned farm established in 1984, with operations expanding to include grape growing, beekeeping, and fruit cultivation. The winery was founded in 2010 by Larry and Sue Godard, who focus on sustainable farming and traditional winemaking methods.

The winery operates on a family farm that has been in the Godard family for generations, with roots in apple growing and beekeeping. The winemaking tradition extends back to Larry Godard’s grandfather, Antonio Pepe, and continues through the family’s hands-on approach to cultivating fruit and crafting wine. The farm produces a variety of fruit-based wines using ingredients grown on-site, including apple wine, ice apple wine, blueberry wine, and mead. The winery emphasizes quality, sustainability, and a commitment to creating wines that appeal to diverse tastes.

The business is situated on Sylvester Road in Florence, MA, within the broader region of North Adams. The property includes orchards, vineyards, and apiaries, supporting the production of its wines and seasonal farm goods such as apples, blueberries, and honey. The winery also offers handcrafted products like lip balms and hand creams made from local ingredients.

Mineral Hills Winery at Godard's Red Hen Farm is known for its locally sourced, small-batch wines and its connection to the land. The winery’s focus on sustainable practices, family heritage, and diverse wine offerings reflects a deep-rooted dedication to craftsmanship and community. It stands as a regional destination for wine enthusiasts seeking handcrafted, farm-grown wines in the heart of Western Massachusetts.