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July 10, 2021

August Hill Winery

The August Hill Winery motto is “From the heart to the hand, a passion for creation.” We take this seriously at August Hill. We are passionate about creating wines with the upmost care and attention to detail. From harvesting and crushing, to fermentation and barrel-aging, all phases of grape production and the winemaking process are carefully monitored by our winemaking team. August Hill Winery is owned by Mark & Teri Wenzel. Mark watched his grandfather,...

July 10, 2021

Blue Sky Vineyards

Anchoring the eastern end of the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, our winery offers you “The Romance of Italy in the Hills of Southern Illinois”. We are open year-round, 7 days a week, to provide great Illinois wine. Please join us for wine tasting, a variety of hearty sandwiches, soups, pizzas, and snacks, as well as wine-alternatives such as beer and non-alcoholic beverages. Come enjoy our large indoor seating area and two beautiful outdoor terraces...

July 10, 2021

Fox Creek Vineyards

We are located in the Southeastern Illinois countryside amid the low rolling hills of the old orchard country of Richland county. Once the center of the apple and peach growing industry, this area is ideal for the growing of French-American hybrid wine grapes (with one major reservation–late Spring freezes). The soils and the intense summer heat allow the making of wines with very pronounced fruity flavors. This allows us to craft wines in the...

July 10, 2021

Hidden Hills Vineyard & Winery

We are located in the hills of west central Illinois. A gravel path leads you to our beautiful winery, tucked away conveniently right off of Interstate 74 in Knoxville. When you visit, you will be warmly greeted by our friendly staff. Inside we have an inviting tasting room with a unique custom designed bar, where you have the opportunity to sample a variety of wines that we produce right here in Knox County. We invite you...

July 10, 2021

Hopewell Winery

Hopewell Winery sits atop the rolling hills of Pike County, IL just miles from the Mississippi River. They offer a variety of dry and sweet wines, including the popular Bob White and a Peach wine made from fresh Calhoun County peaches. 2023 Featured Wines DRY Pinot Noir Profile: Dry Red Grape Wine A smooth full body red with a bouquet of toasted marshmallow and vanilla. Conveys golden raisin and caramel on the palette. Chardonnay Profile: Un-oaked Dry White Grape...

July 10, 2021

Illinois Sparkling Co.

Illinois Sparkling Co. is an independent craft winery obsessed with making exceptional sparkling wine using the traditional method and ancestral method. What is “traditional method?” It’s the most hands-on, labor intensive, old–fashioned, all-natural, way to make sparkling wine. It’s the way they’ve done it in France for centuries, and it happens to be the only way to make the BEST sparkling wine. Period. So that’s the way we do it at Illinois Sparkling Co....

July 10, 2021

Kite Hill Vineyards

Take a complete tasting tour of our award-winning wines, or sample just those you like. Our tasting room staff will be happy to tailor the experience to fit your palate. We have a wide selection of dry, semi-dry, semi-sweet, and sweet wines in red, white, and blush. On a hot day, our wine slushies are the perfect refreshments. 2023 Featured Wines String Theory | 2022 100% Chambourcin | Shawnee Hills AVA | Estate Bottled |...

July 10, 2021

Lasata Winery

Lasata is an Indian word meaning a place of peace. Our winery is located in a peaceful wooded setting near Robeson Hills across the Wabash River from Vincennes, Indiana, one mile north of Westport, Illinois, on scenic highway 33. It is a wonderful place to sit and have a glass of wine and enjoy the scenery. Lasata Wines L.L.C. creates a variety of wines, including a Sweet Blush, Dry White, Dry Red, and Sweet Whites...

July 10, 2021

Lavender Crest Winery

Nestled in a beautiful country setting, just outside the Quad Cities, Lavender Crest Winery offers a wonderful array of award-winning wines, banquet facilities, delightful lunch menu, informative wine tours and tastings…all with “hometown” hospitality. 2023 Featured Wines REDS 1836 - Dry red, Marquette/Pinot Noir Blend MICHE SEPI - Dry red, Cabernet/Norton blend COLONA RED – A dry blend of Merlot and locally-grown Frontenac should be served at room temperature with a juicy steak, prime rib, spicy pasta...

July 10, 2021

Massbach Ridge Winery

In the tranquil rolling hills of northwest Illinois, Massbach Ridge Winery has been crafting estate grown wines since 2003. With a diverse selection of estate-grown Illinois wine, our friendly staff will help you discover a taste you’ll fall in love with. Escape your hectic schedule and exhale at our family owned and operated winery in Jo Daviess County. Venturing off Hwy 20 to or from Galena to the winery and vineyard will make your visit...

July 10, 2021

Mistie Hill Winery

What a journey it has been! The challenges were numerous but absolutely worth the reward. The first vines were planted in 2008. St Croix and Brianna among them. The first harvest in 2010.  When we poured our first glasses we knew this is what we were meant to do. Whether it was the minimalist philosophy or the rich sandy soils or a combination of both it became clear we created something special. Thus became...

July 10, 2021

Press House Winery

Located on the western border of Illinois and situated on the wide bend of the Mississippi River, we are a small, family-owned and operated vineyard and winery. Koechle Vineyards has been in operation since the early 1900's and has continually produced grapes since its inception.  Our passion for the family farm and its grapes stem from the generations that came before us, and its traditions continue with the fourth and fifth generations. Press House...

July 10, 2021

Sable Creek Winery

Sable Creek Winery, located in Plainfield Illinois, is a boutique winery producing artisan wines. We make various wine styles from grapes purchased from premier vineyards in California, Illinois, Michigan, Missouri, and New York. 2023 Featured Wines SWEET WINE Sweet Dreams - Semi-sweet white blend. Light and refreshing with a smooth finish Moonrise White - Sweet white blend. Deliciously balanced wine that is refreshing and fruity​ Pink Lady Rosé - Rosé sweet wine. Delicious balance of sweetness and tartness. ...

July 10, 2021

Spirit Knob Vineyard & Winery

Spirit Knob Winery uses the finest fruits picked only at optimal levels. Enjoy the flavor of our estate wines made with French-American hybrid grapes. In addition to our estate wines, we offer quality fruit wines produced by our own winery. Enjoy the beautiful scenic drive from historic downtown Quincy, up the Great River Road to one of the most beautiful bluff views…taste and purchase exceptional wines…savor the natural beauty of Adams County’s first bonded winery,...

July 28, 2022

Spoon River Junction

SRJX specializes in making creative wines for the adventurous! We've got something for everyone - reds, rosé, bourbon barrel-aged, even a vermouth. 2023 Featured Wines Junction White – Made with local grapes, this dry white is great served chilled on its own but is crisp enough to work well with a variety of foods. Pineapple and stone fruit shine on the nose. Dry. Compares to:Pinot gris. Foods: White sauces, seafood, sausages Junction Rosé – This...

July 10, 2021

The Pour Vineyard

After a bottle of wine, it all started. A crazy idea was hatched by Judy and Mike Pour. Judy, a life-long florist, and Mike, a farmer at heart, dreamed of developing a winery on their family’s property in the outskirts of Red Bud, IL. Years of hard work, dedication, community support and endless prayers have turned their dream into reality. Six acres of rolling vines, a large lake, a century-old barn make a perfect backdrop...

July 28, 2022

Village Vintner Winery

Our Wine production, barrel aging and bottling all takes place at our winery in the town of Huntley, located just down the street from the restaurant. It’s there that we produce around 35,000 bottles of wine each year, handcrafted from only the finest grapes and fruit available. 2023 Featured Wines RED Nero d' Avola: Dry, Smooth Medium bodied fruit forward with plummy spice flavors, Elderberries and blackberry crumble. Montepulciano: Dry, medium bodied with notes of plum, blueberry, strawberry...

July 10, 2021

Walker’s Bluff

The soft rolling hills, fertile acreage and a heritage steeped in memories propelled the creation of Walker’s Bluff in 2008. Acquiring land that had been in Cynde Bunch’s family since 1934 was the first step toward what would become Southern Illinois’ premier dining and entertainment venue. 2023 Featured Wines Dry Red Cabernet Franc 6/20.  Estate Grown. This wine has complex flavors of raspberry, strawberry, green pepper and spice. Crimson Cabernet 6/20.  Estate Grown.  This wine is...

July 10, 2021

West of Wise Winery

Opening in 2015, West of Wise Winery is a small batch winery located south of Petersburg, Illinois. They feature wines from Illinois-grown grapes and other select vineyards.  Many of the grapes are from their family vineyard – Ratio Vineyard in Kilbourne, Illinois. 2023 Featured Wines DRY WINE Weathervane White-Chardonel– A dry full-bodied white with hints of melon and citrus. Bourbon Barrel Norton– A dry, medium to full - bodied red wine with spicy notes from the small clustered...

July 10, 2021

Wild Blossom Winery

For more than two decades, Wild Blossom Meadery & Winery has been a fixture in Chicago, creating wine and mead using locally produced ingredients. The meads produced at Wild Blossom Meadery & Winery are among the most sustainably produced beverages in the world. With more than 30 years of winemaking experience, Wild Blossom Meadery & Winery is the first winery in Chicago and the first producer of mead on the Northern Illinois Wine Trail. Being a mead...

August 24, 2023

Vin312

We make wine with grapes sourced from unique grape-growing regions in California and Washington State. The different blends that our winemaker creates are inspired by our mission of sharing and uniqueness. Our wines are created from the story of how our winery has come to life and the people we've met along this journey. 2022 Featured Wines RED VIN312 2019 Super Tuscan:  The VIN312 2019 Super Tuscan red blend is a marriage of Sangiovese and Cabernet...

July 21, 2023

Tres Rojas Winery

Our story begins with a love of wine and a desire to share the wine experience with others. A small vineyard in Pekin IL and a production space nearby were established in May 2016. In the spring of 2019, the city of Washington Illinois welcomed us with open arms and our new vineyard, production facility and tasting room construction began. At Tres Rojas, we’re passionate about, well...

July 28, 2022

Wyldewood Cellars

We are known for our Elderberry Products but we also offer a wide variety of fruit and grape wines and Meads! We do make, produce and bottle our wines in the heart of St. Joseph, Illinois. 2023 Featured Wines Elderberry Dry Reserve-Our Unique Elderberry Wine made in the Cabernet style. Elderberry/Blackberry Dry- A unique blend of two berries mildly oaked and finished dry. Elderflower Dry- Light and floral with the natural sweetness from the nectar. ...