RINGOES, N.J. (Hunterdon County) — Old York Cellars will turn its vineyard into a Halloween celebration of film, wine, and four-legged fun.
The Ringoes winery will host complimentary screenings of TERROIR, a darkly funny short film shot in New Jersey, on Friday, Oct. 31, accompanied by live music, themed wine cocktails, and wine-and-candy pairings curated by Mr. Pops of Flemington.
Filmed entirely in New Jersey, TERROIR follows a young wine critic, played by Madison Hu, who returns to a vineyard she once reviewed harshly — only to uncover terrifying secrets buried in the soil. The short was written, produced, and directed by Casey Rogerson, a Bucks County native and graduate of The Lawrenceville School in Mercer County.
Screenings will be held in the winery’s heated vineyard tent at 7 p.m. and 8 p.m., with live music from 6 to 9 p.m. The film has drawn early buzz for its lush cinematography and slow-building tension, blending the refinement of winemaking with dark satire.
On Sunday, Nov. 2, Old York Cellars will host its first Howl-O-Wine Dog Costume Parade, inviting guests and their pets to show off creative costumes. Guests in costume will receive half-priced wine tastings. The parade, organizers say, underscores the winery’s commitment to community, creativity, and fun.
Throughout the Hallo-Wine Weekend, guests 21 and older can enjoy special cocktails, themed pairings, and half-priced tastings for anyone in costume. Chef José will serve a full Spanish-inspired menu, including his five-course wine-pairing menu and 14-course “Oma Casa” tapas pairing by reservation.
“We love celebrating New Jersey creativity — from local winemaking to film and art,” said David Wolin, owner of Old York Cellars. “Hosting a film shot right here in New Jersey alongside our first Howl-O-Wine Parade brings together everything we stand for: community, creativity, and a little fun — because good wine deserves a good story.”
The Hallo-Wine Weekend begins Thursday, Oct. 30, with Halloween Trivia Night and continues through the weekend with Chef José’s signature dinners, live music, and seasonal specials.
More information is available at www.oldyorkcellars.com and www.terroirfilm.com.
