Cape May, in Cape May County, is the southernmost city in New Jersey, situated at the tip of a peninsula bounded by the Atlantic Ocean to the east and the Delaware Bay to the west. The city is known for its Victorian architecture, its protected historic district, and its status as one of the oldest beach resorts on the East Coast, drawing visitors year-round from across the mid-Atlantic region. Cape May County is one of the strongest craft beverage markets in South Jersey, with a concentration of wineries, breweries, and distilleries that take advantage of both the county’s agricultural land and the steady visitor traffic that flows through the Cape May area.

The county’s wine production has developed around the Outer Coastal Plain wine region, which encompasses the sandy soils of Cape May County and produces wines suited to local growing conditions. Cape May City serves as a natural anchor for a craft beverage tour of the county, with producers accessible along Route 9 and the county road network through Cold Spring, Rio Grande, and Erma. The Cape May-Lewes Ferry connects the peninsula to Delaware, extending potential day-trip itineraries for visitors with a car who want to explore both sides of the bay.