Maryland Wine Week starts today

Guess which area restaurants are partnering with the Maryland Wineries Association for the first official Maryland Wine Week (June 3-12)?

Clementine in Hamilton, Vino Rosina in Harbor East, and Patrick's Restaurant and Pub in Cockeysville are among the group who will be celebrating Maryland wines.

Clementine will be pairing its seasonal cuisine with local wines; Vino Rosina will be featuring flights of Maryland wines; and Patrick's will be showcasing Boordy Vineyards and Basignani wines with its dishes.

For a complete list of participating restaurants and wine shops, visit the Maryland Wine Week website. Events include wine-maker dinners, tastings, wine flights, and more.

There are currently 50 licensed wineries in Maryland, which, along with independent commercial vineyards, grow more than 700 acres of grapes, according to the Wineries Association. 

Time to drink up!