If you’ve ever shrugged off the idea of taking your date to a vineyard because you feel it may be too pretentious or you wouldn’t know where to begin, then shift your paradigm and visit The Pennsylvania Brandywine Valley as soon as possible.

In particular, make sure to hit the J. Maki Winery (http://www.jmakiwinery.com/), where the emphasis is on sustainability, the environment, and lovingly crafting each style of wine from grape to bottle.

Workers at the J. Maki Winery will gladly introduce you to a variety of fine wines that can be appreciated by novices and connoisseurs alike; the focus here is on appreciation. And with a gold medal for champagne at the Vinalies Internationales in Paris, France—securing J. Maki as the only winery ever honored with a gold medal for champagne in Paris—there’s plenty to appreciate.

If you need overnight lodging, be sure to check out the elegant Hamanassett Bed and Breakfast and Carriage Hotel (http://www.hamanassett.com/?ad=brandy1).

Feel like royalty or simply spend a day appreciating the bounties of nature. This lush sensory experience will create an unforgettable date.