The Commonwealth of Massachusetts is a state in the New England region of the northeastern United States. With a population approaching 6.5 million in a relatively small area, it is mostly urban and suburban in its eastern half and still primarily rural in the west. It is the most populous of the six New England states and contains the region's main urban center, Boston.
The first Europeans to settle New England were Pilgrims and Puritans from England seeking religious freedom who landed in present-day Massachusetts. They founded Plymouth and Boston, which soon became the hub of the region. A century and a half later, Massachusetts became known as the 'Cradle of Liberty' for the revolutionary ferment in Boston that helped spawn the battle of the Thirteen Colonies for independence. In addition to its early patriots, Massachusetts supplied the new nation with its second and sixth Presidents, John Adams and his son John Quincy Adams.
During the eighteenth century, Massachusetts transformed itself from a mainly agricultural economy to a manufacturing one, making use of its many rivers for power to operate factories for shoes, furniture, and clothing. Its economy declined in the early nineteenth century when industry moved south in search of cheaper labor. A revitalization came in the 1970s when, nourished by the graduates of the area's many elite institutions of higher education, the Boston suburbs (particularly those around Route 128) became home to dozens of high-tech companies.
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Alfalfa Farm Winery - Family-owned producer of grape and fruit wines in Topsfield. Includes product descriptions and pictures.
Broad Hill - Vineyard which will produce its first wines, from vinifera and hybrids, in 2002. Includes a grape variety list. Located in Holliston. Also has an equestrian center.
Meta Description: [ Broad Hill Vineyards produces and sells estate wines from their Holliston Massachusetts location. ]
Cape Cod Winery - Six varieties of wine grapes, producing 1500 cases per annum.
Chester Hill Winery - Specializes in blueberry wines, and also makes Seyval, Vidal and Delaware. Includes product descriptions and information about blueberries. Located in Chester.
Chicama Vineyards - Martha's Vineyard vineyard which produces a full range of varietal and blended wines. Open for winery tours and tastings.
Church Street Winery and Via Vineyards - Raynham vineyard which produces Cape Cod white, red and Cranberry Delight wine.
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Hardwick Vineyard and Winery - Makes grape and cranberry wines. Includes product descriptions and pictures. Also contains information about their banquet facilities and bed and breakfast operation.
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Nantucket Vineyard - Produces reds and whites from Washington, California, and Long Island grapes. Includes descriptions of the winery, grapes, and products. [Flash required]
Nashoba Valley Winery - Award-winning wines, pick-your-own orchard, a micro brewery and restaurant located in the heart of Massachusetts apple country.
Meta Description: [ Nashoba Valley Winery is the home of our award-winning wines, our pick your own orchard, a micro brewery and new restaurant, J's. ]
Russell Orchards - Ipswich farm, bakery, store and winery which produces several varieties of hard cider and fruit wine.
Turtle Creek Winery - Small vineyard and winery in Lincoln whose products include Chardonnay, Cabernet Franc, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Contains winemaker's notes, an award list, and a company overview.
Meta Description: [ Web site of award-winning Turtle Creek Winery in Lincoln, Massachusetts ]
Westport Rivers Vineyard and Winery - Located in southeastern Massachusetts, this family-owned winery is a top producer of sparkling wines.
Meta Description: [ Westport Rivers Winery is New England's largest vineyard and producer of world class vinifera wines. ]
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