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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 28, 2022

Bishops Hill Winery

A group of friends started making wine in Chicago over ten years ago. We all have roots with parents or grandparents that made homemade wine for family gatherings as far back as our Eastern European relatives. Carrying on family traditions and our love of wine has been our driving force. As time went on we continued to fine tune our wine making skills and decided to slowly evolve our hobby into artisanal wine making....

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

Galena Cellars Vineyard & Winery

Acres of rolling farmland hosting 22 different specialty grapes, over 40 wine varieties to enjoy, three tasting rooms and thirty plus years later and many cherished friendships, the Lawlors are proud to have created a family legacy…that now spans three generations! Third generation Winemaker, Eric White, was honored as “Winemaker of the Year” in 2019 – by the Illinois Grape Growers and Vintners Association and continues to expand the Galena Cellars wine portfolio. Stop by...

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. 2022 Featured Wines DRY Cabernet Sauvignon Profile: Dry Red Grape Wine Aromas of black licorice and caramel on the nose. Expresses tastes of black pepper and dried fig. Pinot Noir Profile: Dry Red Grape Wine A smooth full body...

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

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. 2022 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

Pheasant Hollow Winery

Now with over two decades of experience, Pheasant Hollow Winery is a culmination of our dream to produce the best in grape and fruit wines. Nestled on the eastern shore of Rend Lake, Pheasant Hollow Winery is located on five acres of scenic woodlands in beautiful Southern Illinois. Visit the winery for wine tasting, a refreshing bottle of Pheasant Hollow wine, our delicious wine slushies, or a cold beer. Any day of the week,...

July 10, 2021

Prairie State Winery

One time school teachers, Rick and Maria Mamoser decided to forgo the long commute into the suburbs for a “simpler life” as business owners. Prairie State Mercantile opened at their current location in July, 1998. Selling finer goods, including wine, made exclusively in Illinois (The Prairie State), they were on the leading edge of the “keep it local” movement, winning multiple statewide awards for their concept. Prairie State Winery soon followed (fall of 1999), expanding...

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. 2022 Featured Wines SWEET WINE Riveting Rosé - Semi-Sweet Rosé wine. Crisp with notes of cherry and cranberry Starry Night - Semi-sweet white blend. Light and refreshing with a smooth finish. Moonrise White - Sweet white blend. Deliciously balanced wine that is refreshing and fruity​ ...

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. 2022 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: Riesling, late harvest. Foods: White sauces, seafood, sausages Junction Rosé...

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. 2022 Featured Wines RED (All Dry) Pinot Noir:  Medium bodied fruity dry wine with notes of plump red cherries, blackberries and chocolate. Super Tuscan:  Dry medium bodied blend of...

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. 2022 Featured Wines Dry Wines Chardonnay (White)...

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. 2022 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...

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. 2022 Featured Wines  ​Dry 1)​Elderberry Dry Reserve- Dry Elderberry Wine compared to a Cabernet.  $18 2)​Elderberry Blackberry Dry- Combination of two berries, finished dry and compared to a fruity Malbec.  $19 3)​Chisholm Trail Dry White- Made from Chardonnel grapes and finished dry.  Similar...