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|  QUOTE FROM NJ GOVERNOR PHIL MURPHY: “Congratulations to New Jersey’s vibrant and expanding community of wine growers — you continue to raise the Garden State’s profile in the wine industry both nationally and internationally. I’m proud to celebrate the first New Jersey Wine Month and the largest-ever gathering of our wineries and vineyards,” said Governor Phil Murphy. QUOTE FROM NEW JERSEY DIVISION OF TRAVEL & TOURISM EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR JEFF VASSER: “I extend my congratulations to this year’s winners of the Governor’s Cup and applaud the remarkable success and excellence of New Jersey’s booming wine industry. The popularity of Garden State wine continues to widen, as our 60 wineries and thousands of vineyard acres attract 273,000 tourism visits annually, ” said New Jersey Division of Travel & Tourism Executive Director Jeff Vasser. “The Governor’s Cup showcases an exceptional range of varietals, celebrating the creativity and craftsmanship of our state’s winemakers—a true draw that keeps visitors returning time and again.” QUOTE FROM NJDA SECRETARY ED WENGRYN: “I want to extend my congratulations to each of the winners of this year’s competition.” NJDA Secretary Ed Wengryn said.” New Jersey growers and vintners continue to excel at producing quality wines. Our diverse wine growing regions matched with classic and unique varieties offer an opportunity for wine consumers to explore the different flavors of NJ wines. I am looking forward to encouraging consumers to explore what the garden state has to offer.” QUOTE FROM DEVON PERRY, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE GARDEN STATE WINE GROWERS ASSOCIATION: Executive Director Devon Perry noted that sharing the results of the New Jersey Wine Competition are the perfect opening to New Jersey Wine Month, celebrated from November 1 to 30. “Our state’s tourism economy has generated critical revenue driven in part by the New Jersey wine community. The Garden State’s farms include a significant amount of wine growing operations. These vineyards and wineries are travel and tourism destinations that showcase the agricultural heritage of the Garden State. Perry continues, “The holiday season is the ideal time to enjoy New Jersey wines with family and friends. Whether you celebrate during New Jersey Wine Month, choose to embark on a Holiday Wine Trail, or enjoy world-class wines grown in the Garden State on any occasion, this is a wonderful reminder that there is so much to sip, savor, and enjoy in less than an hour’s drive from anywhere in the state. Cheers to New Jersey wine!” New Jersey has four American Viticultural Areas suited for grape-growing, including the Central Delaware Valley AVA, the Warren Hills AVA, the Outer Coastal Plain AVA, and the Cape May Peninsula AVA. Vineyards across New Jersey grow more than 80 grape varieties, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Pinot Noir, Riesling, Sangiovese, Albarino, and Chardonnay. New Jersey’s wineries also produce a wide array of fruit wines. New Jersey wines have received critical acclaim in national and international competitions, including the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition and the Finger Lakes International Wine Competition. They’ve also garnered praise in major publications such as Decanter, Wine Enthusiast, and The Wine Advocate. For a list of New Jersey wineries and regular events taking place at wineries and vineyards throughout the state, visit www.NewJerseyWines.com. About
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