Priam Vineyards

asy decision, because aside from the incredible views and location, their ability, in partnership with their catering partners (Gourmet Galley in our case), to take care of all of the little things and make it a smooth, easy day was unparalleled. I was not someone who wanted to worry about bathrooms, linens, chairs, or cocktail napkins, and I didn’t have to, and the ‘standard’ options were beautiful and perfect. The other marvelous thing was how incredibly customizable our day was going to be – if I wanted anything specific, from décor, chairs, settings, schedule, etc., we could do it. The guidance our coordinator gave us was if it was legal and wouldn’t hurt the vines, it was doable! Even through the uncertainty that 2020 and 2021 brought to event planning, the staff and coordination team was wonderful to work with, answering all our questions, providing solutions, and pointing us in the direction of some great vendors to work with. They helped us create a special and unique day that truly felt like ‘us,’ not a cookie-cutter wedding from a template. Through our rehearsal and event, the staff was friendly, helpful, and went out of their way to make it feel like a special day, between golf cart rides around the property for the perfect picture, to organizing our décor and firepit, to generally being supportive and calming. Our day went off without a hitch, and I got nothing but compliments from our guests as to how perfect the location and venue were. It embodies quintessential New England fall beauty, and it was wonderful to let our décor be subtle and subdued to let the setting shine. Our pictures have turned out amazingly so far, and I can’t recommend the firepit and s’mores option enough. Our guests young and old loved the chance to step away from the dancing and loud music and enjoy a beautiful fall night and nice conversation. I can’t imagine our day having taken place anywhere else, and would recommend Priam, Amylu, Gloria, and the whole team to anyone looking for a classic, picturesque setting for their special day!

r at Priam Vineyard was very unfriendly and quite frankly rude on our wedding day. She made a huge seen huffing and puffing because her co-worker had opened a bottle of wine for me the bride and my bridesmaids to drink in the bridal suit prior to the ceremony. She told me (the bride) that it was not ours to drink, and that she would be adding it to our tab! REALLY!?! Over a bottle of wine 5 minutes before I was about to walk down the isle to get married. As much as your wedding day is about the atmosphere and the love between you and your partner, it does put a damper on the day when someone that works at the venue is EXTREMELY RUDE to you and your family the entire day of our wedding!

amazing team! They made the wedding planning process so easy. They responded quickly to any questions or problems we had encountered. Our wedding was on a very windy and chilly day in October but the tent was warm and our guest didn't even notice the wind while inside. Even with the wind we were able to enjoy the fire pit on the property. Everything at our wedding was perfect. We had a blast, our guest had a blast and if I could do it again I would.

you see the rolling hills filled with the colors of fall foliage! Everything from the wedding contract, to the menu tasting provided by Gourmet Galley, to the rehearsal, to the day of the wedding was smooth and seamless. Gloria, Jim, and their entire staff work so hard to make your day everything you hope and dream it will be. The service and attention they provided was light years beyond what we expected! We have and will continue to recommend this venue to anyone looking for a beautiful vineyard wedding.

was stunning. Gloria was such a joy to talk to at the menu tasting, and Jim was extremely helpful when we ran into some unexpected circumstances with weather. The venue package is very attractive in terms of what they offer (large tent, linens, china, tables, chairs, etc.). We look forward to reminiscing for many years to come and will be back to drink more of their wine. Our guests also had nothing but great things to say about their experience at our wedding!

ite do not do it justice. My wedding was so much more than I could have ever hoped. I will be recommending this venue.

re very well taken care of. Gloria and Jim, of Priam Vineyards, and Gina of Gourmet Galley Catering, were super helpful, a pleasure to work with, and are just overall incredible people. Thanks again!

the tent turned into everything in my dreams! Gloria was there to congratulate us which was so nice! We were so grateful to use her vineyard for our special day! Our guests raved about the grounds, the view, the fire pit and most importantly THE WINE! I've never seen people take so many photos of their surroundings at a wedding than they did at ours! If you want a beautiful vineyard wedding, check out Priam! Could not have been better! Thank you Priam! We'll be coming back regularly to reminisce!

rfect! From the initial meeting with Gloria to the wedding day, communication was always smooth and professional. Everyone at Priam was a pleasure to work with. The vineyard is by far our favorite place to be! It is absolutely breathtaking and peaceful! Our wedding was a 120 guests but the tent felt full and everyone was complimenting the views. We even had a fire pit which added to the ambiance of the evening. We would highly recommend Priam Vineyards to anyone who is looking for great views, great wine, and perfect wedding!

We took advantage of the all of the gorgeous grounds for our photos and our photographer got the most beautiful shots. We had a larger wedding party and 200 guests all there for ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception. Despite it being a larger wedding it still felt intimate unique and intimate. Priam was one of many CT vineyards we looked at for our big day. We chose Priam mainly because of the beautiful setting, value and what you get for your money, the way they seamlessly work with their caterer, and the wonderful people. When we first met with Priam we had an amazing wedding coordinator Christine. She was super helpful, responsive, and such a pleasure to work with. She moved on from Priam before our wedding came but it is telling of caliber of staff Priam hires. Gloria was always such a pleasure to work with as well and we always felt (and still feel) like family whenever we make a visit to the vineyard.

go there for wine tasting this spring. I would highly recommend this venue to anyone. Very good job!

s on the taste and variety! In combination with Riverhouse Catering the entire event was beautiful and exactly as we imagined it would be; we felt well taken care of throughout the entire planning process. We look forward to being able to revisit the vineyard and winery for years to come.

work with. Recommend wholeheartedly

beautiful arrangement of cheese, crackers and veggies. The caterer, in partnership with Priam, was amazing and our BBQ style meal was to die for. Kim's cottage cakes was our cake vendor (also linked to Priam) and was the most beautiful cake that fit our unique desire for a blue ombre cake. I would recommend Priam & team in a heartbeat!

hing we’d hoped for. It was also clear from the start that we weren’t just another event on their schedule. Every time we visited the vineyards, whether it be to check out the layout or to taste the wines, they were friendly, inviting, and made us feel like honored guests. The same can be said of their Wedding Coordinator, Christine, who, even long distance (we live in VA), was very easy to work with. She was very responsive, thorough, and always took the time to answer any questions we had, regardless of how menial they seemed. They were also super flexible with our wedding day plans (we had a few changes the week of), and did their best to make things as easy and stress-free as possible. Both the rehearsal and day of the wedding were seamless. The venue looked absolutely beautiful and they followed our instructions for “décor” exactly as we’d indicated. Our guests all raved about the beautiful location and how fabulous the ceremony and reception went. It was such a great feeling to not have to worry about anything the day of our wedding, as we knew it would all be taken care of. We’ll definitely be stopping back at Priam every time we’re in town to catch up with Gary, Gloria, and Christine, and absolutely recommend Priam Vineyards to any couple looking for a unique, beautiful, and warm-welcoming wedding venue.

ly and very helpful. I have full faith in their wedding coordinator Christine to make the day absolutely perfect! The owners are such a nice couple who really put their heart into the winery and it shows! The tasting bar is especially fun due to the great personality of its host! So excited to spend the next year planning with Priam! Highly Recommended and will write again after the wedding!

pleasure to work with and went above and beyond for us. Both Gary and Gloria, the owners, take immense pride in their vineyard, as the grounds are stunning, especially in the early fall. There is only 1 wedding per day hosted at the vineyard, so each bride is given full attention by the staff and coordinators. Everyone was friendly and accommodating, which made my wedding day completely stress free. Whenever I had any questions or concerns during the planning process, Gloria and Christine were immediately responsive and professional. During our reception, one of the tent heaters broke, but Gary was quick to address the issue and resolve it timely. I recommend them wholeheartedly for any couple looking for top notch customer service, amazing wines, and gorgeous backdrop for your special day!

nue was. Despite the fact that it was an outdoor venue in sheets of rain. Either way, the day was beautiful and Gary, Gloria and Christine at Priam are amazing and accommodating. We even had other vendors commenting to us how great the team is at Priam! There dedication to your special day is not just the day of- but the weeks and months prior. Christine, the wedding coordinator gave me her personal cellphone # to call/text when ever I was having a wedding meltdown. She never seemed annoyed or bothered. I cannot say enough great things about Priam Vineyards. I am so happy that we decided to have our special day there. My HUSBAND!! and I cannot wait to go back and visit. The great part about getting married at a vineyard as home-like and welcoming as Priam Vineyards is that you can always go back to your wedding venue. Not many couples can say that. If you are looking for a memorable, beautiful, and amazing place for your wedding go with Priam Vineyards! All the best, Happy Newlyweds -Laura & Justin Taylor.

t the peak of foliage change and the views are amazing on the vineyard. You literally are among the vines under their amazing tent. Being able to walk the premises during our event was a hit with guests. They loved exploring the grapevines and snapping photos amongst them! Gary and Gloria (Priam owners) take such pride in their grounds and wine, it shows - it's a fully functioning solar powered vineyard! The maintenance of the tent along with the tables, chairs and other provided items are in great condition. Christine, the event coordinator for Priam, was a joy to work with. She is professional, organized, honest, and super sweet. She worked so hard to make sure our special day went smooth - and it did! Not one blemish. If you're looking for a location that has a rustic, natural, and romantic feel, I highly recommend Priam Vineyard. And working with a team like Priam's, made the experience more relaxed than I had imagined!

ganized and attentive. When we were looking at venues, we knew instantly that this was the place for us. The location is beautiful and they work well with their caterer - Riverhouse Catering. The food was outstanding, and we got so many nice complements about both the venue and caterer. The day went off without a hitch - all of our guests commented on how seamless everything seemed to be. Gary even went above and beyond, driving some of the kids around in the golf cart to entertain them, and calling the next door neighbor to bring her horses over to the fenceline for some of our photos, as he knew we have horses at home. We truly couldn't have asked for more - the prices were reasonable for CT standards, the setting is breathtaking and exactly what we were going for (comfortable, beautiful, rustic, and unique), and everyone was impressively organized and accommodating.

the grapes are fully grown on the vines waiting to be harvested, adding to the picturesque setting. Priam stood out from all the other vineyards we visited, not only for their incredible location but also the fantastic owners (Gloria & Gary) and wedding coordinator (Christine). Probably the biggest difference between this vineyard and many other outdoor venues we looked at was the ability to have the wedding any day of the week at any time during the day without interference from the tasting room. The tasting room for the vineyard is totally separate from the wedding ceremony & reception site. This made for a truly intimate wedding and did not lock us into the hours where the vineyard was closed. I cannot say enough about how wonderful Priam is to work with. They are not rigid at all and are willing to go above and beyond to make you happy. There is only 1 event a day so there is no rush or another bride trying to take photos. The wine is wonderful, the setting is one of the most beautiful vineyards I have seen. They also provide wonderful suggestions for photographers, florists, car services and everything else you could need. Our guests went on and on about how beautiful the location was and what a wonderful wedding we had. I could not have imagined a more perfect day for our wedding. If you are looking to have an incredible outdoor wedding in Connecticut or New England this venue is a must see! Priam Vineyards is wonderful to work with. Florist- Stems Flower Designs: http://www.stemsflowerdesign.com/# - Carey created the most incredible arrangements I have ever seen for our wedding. She took my vision and made it 1000x better. Photographer-Kristin is AMAZING check out KristinStudio http://kristinstudio.com/