Newman Wine Vaults According to legend, in 1679 a Newman and Company vessel loaded with port wine left Portugal for London but was driven off course and came to pass the winter in St. John’s. When the ship returned to England the following spring her cargo was found to have improved in flavour. From then until 1996 Newman’s Celebrated Ruby Port was aged in Newfoundland - much of it in the romantic stone vaults on Water Street. Newfoundland and Labrador’s only historic wine vaults offer visitors an interpretation of the province’s remarkable association with port, along with a variety of programmed events. In addition to being open daily during the summer, throughout the year one can attend special events such as concerts, readings, and wine tastings.

• Guided tours are available.
• Gift shop with liquor agency store specializing in port and other fortified wine on site.
• Close to other historic attractions, major hotels, restaurants, shopping and the waterfront.
  Available for private functions.

Season:

Mid-June to Labour Day, or by appointment for group tour bookings.

Hours:

10:00 am - 4:30 pm
Open seven days a week including weekends and most holidays.

Admission:

Contact during season:
Manager
436 Water Street, St. John’s
(709) 739-7870
historictrust@yahoo.ca