The winery and orchards are also closely tied to the cuisine at J's. The restaurant uses the berries, herbs, edible flowers and greens from the winery's gardens in its imaginative presentation, and showcases the Nashoba Valley wines. As we were to discover with our dinners, J's has set the standard for freshness. Dishes included in-season vegetables, and herbs that tasted as though they had just been picked. The winery is open daily through harvest season, and offers wine tasting and tours on weekends.
Visitors can also pick their own berries and apples in season.
Followed by lunch or dinner at J's, it's a perfect outing. We arrived at J's early on a Wednesday evening before sunset, allowing us time to enjoy a colorful vista of trees. The smell of freshly baked bread was enough to turn our heads from the view to the restaurant itself. The restaurant is housed in a charming shingled house. The decor features a Shaker-like simplicity with lots of windows that overlook the orchard.