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Your Guide to Ohio Wineries: Taste the Wineries of Ohio |
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Grand River Cellars
John
Christ Winery
Old
Firehouse Winery
Viking
Virant Family Winery
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D&D Smith Winery Norwalk, Ohio |
Rainbow Hills Vineyards Newcomerstown, OH Raven's Glenn Winery Lafayette, Ohio
Yellow Butterfly Winery
Wyandotte
Winery
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Bardwell Winery Mt. Orab, Ohio
Harmony Hill
Vineyards & Estate Winery
Kinkead
Ridge Estate Winery |
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Open: Thursday thru Saturday 4-10 pm
Location: (Map
It) 716 N High Street in Mt. Orab, OH 45154
Phone: 513-309-0781
Website:
www.bardwellwinery.com
Located in the historic Moon Buggy Factory in Brown County, it is their pleasure to offer hand-crafted, small batch wines with ample varieties sure to please every taste. Their menu includes numerous appetizers and made to order pizza. All sauces and dips are home-made.
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Open: Thursday 6 pm - 10 pm, Friday 6 pm - 11 pm, Saturday 10 am - midnight ( Be sure to check website for seasonal schedule.)
Location: (Map It) 401 West Main St,(Old West Main Street off Rt 61 by the Norwalk Armory-National Guard) in Norwalk, Oh 44857
Phone: 567-424-6750 or 419-577-0242
Email:
D & D Smith Winery LLC operates from an 1870 Victorian style house in a peaceful setting along the Norwalk Creek, where a mature grove of pine trees stretch across the Southern portion of the property. Guests are welcome to try samples, buy a glass of wine, or buy the bottle and relax at the winery with a small menu of food items to choose from. Wine ingredients and small wine making equipment are available for purchase. Buses are welcome along with other small or large groups. Where family and friends come together, guests are welcomed to celebrate birthday parties and other special occasions on premise. Call ahead to advise of larger parties of 20 or more to ensure preparation for your arrival. Indoor and outdoor seating is provided. Grills and picnic tables are available for guest use. See web site for The weekend entertainment and special events schedule.
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Location: (Map
It) 07144 County Road 16,
Bryan, OH 43506
Phone: 419-636-3500
Tucked away in the far northwest corner of Ohio, Stoney Ridge Winery offers visitors a relaxing atmosphere away from the hassles of everyday life.
Enter into the serene country vineyards traveling a narrow drive nestled among the rows and rows of manicured vines. Approaching the uniquely designed winery, visitors are enchanted by the beautiful one-acre pond. Upon entering the winery, guests are delighted by the rustic wood interior and cozy fieldstone fireplace. Meander up to the tasting bar to sample the award-winning handcrafted wines sure to please most everyone's taste.
Stoney Ridge Winery offers Vinifera, French Hybrid blends and seasonal fruit wines. Browse the gift shop including Amish cheeses, crafts, and gift baskets. Feel free to leisurely enjoy a glass of wine or juice and a cheese appetizer on the patio overlooking the pond or beside the warm fireplace.
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Stoney Ridge Winery
Open 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM Monday through Saturday (Closed holidays)
Location: (Map
It) 1816 Washington Boulevard (In Washington Square Plaza), Belpre,
Ohio 45714
Phone: (740)423-1300 or (866) 979-TEAS( 8327)
Web:
www.unicornwineguild.com
An urban winery, tea room and coffee house, Unicorn Wine Guild offers over 40 wines, Tehku loose leaf teas and Silver Bridge and La Creama coffees. A Home Winemaker's Center and wine and beer supplies assist the hobbyist. The light menu features gluten-free items. Custom made gift baskets and specialty cakes (regular or gluten-free) are available as are facilities for small meetings or events up to 40 people upon reservation. Free secure wireless internet access. Handicapped accessible. Afternoon tea by reservation. Close to Blennerhasset Island access. Registered Parliamentarian, certified etiquette instructor and experienced event planner on staff. Check the website for schedule of events.
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Unicorn
Wine Guild
Viking Vineyards & Winery
Open all
year (see website for seasonal hours and events)
Location: (Map
It) 268 Old Forge Rd. in Kent, OH 44240
Phone: 330-678-2080
Web Site:
www.vikingvineyards.com
Viking Vineyards & Winery is the home of hand-crafted, award winning, wines, from dry to dessert style. There is an indoor tasting room, as well as indoor and outdoor seating, and a Hospitality Room that is available to rent for any social occasion. Check the website often for a listing of the many events that take place all year.
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Open: April to December Tuesday - Saturday from 11:00am to 6:00pm later on the weekends - See website for most current hours.
Location: (Map
It) 11611 Blue Ridge Rd. in
Newcomerstown, Ohio 43832
Phone: 740-492-1216
Web:
www.yellowbutterflywinery.com
The Yellow Butterfly Winery is nestled in one of Ohio's most beautiful country settings not too far from Amish country. Enjoy the enchantment of sipping fine wine in our almost 100 year old barn or relax on the deck taking in a rare view of great natural beauty and alpacas grazing on the hillside not too far away. From June to September the Yellow Butterfly Winery offers delicious country style meals on Fridays and Saturdays. Reservations requested. In June of 2013 the Yellow Butterfly Winery will open the Yellow Butterfly Bed & Breakfast...See website for more details.
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Open year round:
Monday - Noon to 6 p.m. (limited food)
Tuesday - Noon to 6 p.m.
Thursday and Saturday - Noon to 8 p.m.
Wednesday and Friday - Noon to 11 p.m.
Sunday - 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. (April through
October)
Special January hours – Noon to 6 p.m.,
Monday through Saturday
Location:
(Map
It) 7743 Doty Rd. in Madison, OH 44057
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Phone: Telephone:
440-466-3485
Website:
http://www.debonne.com
and E-Mail:
info@debonne.com
Debonné Vineyards has been growing its own grapes for four generations making
it a true ESTATE winery
and the vintners who grow the grapes in NE Ohio, with
more than 120 cultivated acres in the Grand River Valley. This classic
“European” family winery produces nationally recognized premium wines with
quality control that starts in the vineyard and ends in the bottle. Enjoy
year round activities such as hot air balloon races, concerts, car
shows, Sunday Jazz Fests and wine & food events among others. You can also
find Debonné wines in stores and restaurants statewide.
Plan your most special events like weddings and parties at the winery and
choose from a varied selection of rooms and atmospheres to host your
event.
Individual wine tastings are available anytime and bus tours or large
groups are welcome by reservation only to better accommodate your visit;
for groups of 25 or more different tasting packages are offered to suit your
needs.
Debonne vineyards presents CELLAR RATS BREWERY, Ohio's largest winery/brewery combination. This microbrew will feature the beer making process and guests will be able to sample selected brews in the new upstairs tasting room. A looking glass floor allows visitors to look down into the brewery to view the crew hard at work.
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Debonné
Vineyards
Grand
River Cellars Winery & Restaurant
Hours of Operation: Summer Hours (May-December) Wednesday & Thursday Noon-8 p.m., Friday & Saturday Noon-11 p.m., Sunday 1-8 p.m. Winter Hours (January-April) Wednesday Noon-6 p.m., Thursday Noon-8 p.m., Friday & Saturday Noon-11 p.m., Sunday 1-7 p.m. (Also open on Mondays and Tuesdays from Memorial Day through October)
Location:
(Map
It) 5750 S. Madison Road / Route 528 in Madison, Ohio 44057
Phone: 440-298-9838
Web:
www.grandrivercellars.com
Grand River Cellars Winery & Restaurant is located far off the main road, which presents a very exclusive setting. The winery is nestled into the woods allowing for afternoon shade on the hot summer days and a tranquil setting during the winter months.
Inside you will be welcomed by a warm and inviting atmosphere that includes a beautiful fireplace, many hand painted murals, and a large bar area for friends to gather. Wine tasting is always available and wines are easily selected in our carry out store. A most gift shop includes fun and festive wine related items.
The winery is owned and operated by Cindy Lindberg, with seasoned partners including Tony Debevc owner of Debonne Vineyards and Tony Rego from Debonne Vineyards.
The private party room has hosted a variety of parties from wedding showers to family reunions to surprise parties. This beautiful room can fit up to 50 guests and has views of the vineyards and fields and the outside patio.
The winery is landscaped with water features, beautiful seasonal flowers, and grapevines. The outside patio hosts a variety of entertainers all summer long and smooth jazz on Sunday afternoons.
Our extensive menu features a variety of appetizers, grilled sandwiches and entrees including steaks, chicken, ribs, shrimp, and lobster. The restaurant is always open when the winery is open.
Grand River Cellars prides itself in producing quality wines from grapes grown in the Grand River Valley Wine Region. Its Riesling, Chardonnay, Cabernet Franc, and Pinot Grigio all benefit from the care taken in the vineyard to produce a quality Ohio wine.
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Harmony Hill Vineyards and Estate Winery
Open from May 7 to October 8 Friday: 5pm-9pm, Saturday
and Summer Holidays: 2pm-9pm (Entertainment Daily).
Location: (Map
It) 2534 Swings Corner Point Isabel Road in Bethel, Ohio
45106
Phone: 513-734-3548 Alternate Phone: 513-315-8786
Web:
http://www.hhwines.com/
Harmony Hill Vineyards & Estate Winery is southwest Ohio's premier winery destination. It is a small boutique winery nestled in the quiet village of Bethel, just miles from the historic Ohio River Valley. Harmony Hill features a picturesque country setting surrounded by our 70 acre Nationally Certified Wildlife Refuge farm. Their underground wine cave is one of only six similar structures in the country. Sample premium award winning wines among the fermentation bins in the working winery or view vineyards from the covered outdoor patios. Miles of walking trails, pristine flower gardens and manicured grounds make Harmony Hill the perfect destination for those who yearn for a taste of the country, with daily entertainment an added benefit. Picnicking in the vineyards or under the shade of the hundreds of trees that surround the winery is encouraged. Harmony Hill is an adult only venue with a minimum age of 18. Harmony Hill has been featured in Ohio Magazine, Wall Street Journal and PBS America's Heartland television series, in addition to major newspapers across Southwest Ohio and Northern Kentucky.
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John Christ Winery:
Location: (Map
It) 32421 Walker Road in Avon Lake, OH 44012
Phone: 440-933-9672
Web:
http://www.johnchristwine.com/
This winery features tours, a tasting room and picnic area overlooking a golf course. There are acres of vineyards, a wine bar and hospitality room for hosting special events. It is named after a Macedonian who started it in 1946. For hours and information, visit the web site.
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John Christ Winery
Kinkead
Ridge Estate Winery
Location: (Map
It)
904 Hamburg Street in Ripley, OH 45167
Phone: (937) 392-6077
Web:
http://www.kinkeadridge.com/
The mission of Kinkead Ridge is to produce ultra-premium estate-bottled wine in Southern Ohio (Ohio River Valley appellation), exclusively vinifera, with great attention and care paid to cultural practices and classic winemaking techniques. The primary grape varieties are Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Viognier, Riesling. Roussanne and Sauvignon Blanc. Prior to planting their all-vinifera vineyard on a ridge-top in Ripley in 1999, the partners formerly owned a 40-acre Pinot Noir vineyard in Oregon. The site has world-class potential, with its deep unglaciated limestone soil, southeast aspect, and drainage to the Ohio River. All of our wines are made from grapes from our vineyard. They are available in restaurants and fine wine stores throughout Ohio. In general, the winery opens to the public on Memorial Day, Labor Day, the Saturday after Thanksgiving (Annual Barrel Tasting) and the first two Saturdays before Christmas. In a productive year, the winery is also open on summer Saturdays. Please check the website for hours before you visit. The annual vineyard tour is Labor Day Weekend. Two Kinkead Ridge wines have been rated in the Top 100 Exciting Wine Finds in the World by Tom Stevenson, British editor of the New Sothebys Wine Encyclopedia.
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Klingshirn Winery
Location: (Map
It)
33030 Webber Road in Avon Lake, Ohio 44012
Phone: 440-933-6666
Web:
http://www.klingshirnwine.com/home.html
This winery was founded in 1935 by the Klingshirn family, is now operated by a third generation of Klingshirns. Back in 1935, due to the large grape surplus, Albert Klingshirn began producing wine commercially from the cellar of his home. Within five years, he was operating a small winery from the home. In 1955, his son, Allan, bought and expanded the operation. By 1978, it was four-times larger. Today, Alan’s son, Lee, serves as the winemaker. Lee has a degree in Viticulture and Ecology from Ohio State University.
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Klingshirn Winery
This is the oldest and largest winery in the state dating back more than 100 years. Award winning table wines, dessert wines, vermouth, sparkling wines, and sparkling non-alcoholic grape juice.
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Open Wednesday – Thursday 4 p.m., Friday –
Saturday Lunch 11:30 a.m., Sunday Brunch 10:30 a.m.
Location: (Map
It) 3845 East Wine Cellar Road ∙
Port
Clinton, OH 43452-3704
Phone:
419-797-4445
Web: http://www.monamiwinery.com/
In Port Clinton, Mon Ami Winery is ranked as one of the most impressive wineries and restaurants of northern Ohio. The Restaurant menu features exquisite creations from the Mon Ami’s executive chef. This Sandusky winery offers delicious food and indoor and outdoor seating for their guests. Diners can enjoy Mon Ami’s historic backdrop and experience their local wine and cuisine from a winery that has been grown out of a history that dates back to 1872. The restaurant’s charm can be showcased during its live entertainment every weekend. Wine tasting is available. Mon Ami Winery makes its own award winning wines and grape juice that ship throughout the entire country.
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Mon Ami Winery
Location: (Map
It) 5499 Lake Road East in Geneva-on-the-Lake, Ohio 44041
Phone: 1-800-UNCORK-1 or 440-466-9300
Web:
http://www.oldfirehousewinery.com/
This quaint and enticing winery is located right in the heart of the Resort town of Geneva-on-the-Lake, situated in the Village's first fire station. The name, Old Firehouse Winery, summarizes the atmosphere; an eclectic collection of fire paraphernalia and the fact that this was indeed the first Firehouse in Geneva-on-the-Lake. Besides its historic charm, much of the enjoyment in visiting the Old Firehouse is in its setting: the Lake Erie Shoreline.
The three partners in the Winery, Dave Otto, Joyce Otto, and Don Woodward never thought twice about their decision to start a new winery in Northeast Ohio, an area long known for outstanding wines and home to over a half-dozen wineries.
"The area's reputation for fine wines, singular grapes, and the extraordinary wineries is precisely why we chose Northeast Ohio," stated Dave Otto, managing partner. "Without quality grapes readily available, you are not going to have a quality wine."
But why The Old Firehouse Winery? "You can thank my partner Don Woodward for that", answered Dave.
A third generation volunteer firefighter, Don is now retired as a firefighter and EMT with the Geneva-on-the-Lake Fire Department and was the Assistant Fire Chief for a number of years. His grandfather was one of the original seven firemen who started the Fire Department in 1924.
"It really is an engaging story as to how this came to be the first firehouse," explains Woodward, one of the partners in the Winery. "After fruitlessly battling blazes with a "bucket brigade," several local businessmen chipped in and ordered a 1924 Graham Brothers firetruck. They now had a truck on the way, and had two immediate issues to address: a place to put the truck and who was going to be fire chief. Emery Tyler offered the use of his barn. Everyone was so grateful they promptly made him chief," Don continued.
"So in 1987, Dave, his mom Joyce, and myself looked at an old run down barn and a rusting, 1924 Graham Brothers firetruck, and decided we had our Winery." The firetruck still silently stands guard at the front of the Firehouse.
During the Summer months, the large, meandering patio and gazebo overlooking Lake Erie features a full service menu with dishes ranging from sandwiches to ethnic foods, to Barbecue chicken and ribs. Old Firehouse is known not only for its fine food; almost of the eighteen wines have at one time won medals in statewide competition. Nightly entertainment is featured seven nights throughout the summer.
Lake Erie wines, such as Raspberry Reflections, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Riesling, White Catawba, Pink Catawba, Grape Jamboree, Merlot, Sweet Concord, Firehouse Red, Lighthouse Niagara, Reflections of Lake Erie, Chambourcin and Port are made right on premises. Two different fruit wines are also featured, such as Spiced Apple and Peach. Prices range from $7.99 a bottle to $12.95 for the Premium "Firehouse Cellars" brand and $25.00 for our Port & $35.00 for our Ice Wine. Special events, nightly Summer Entertainment and its location in a marvelous Resort town have made this a popular Northeast Ohio attraction.
Special events are featured throughout the year. The most popular events include the Lake Erie Wine Fest in June, Firemen's Roundup in June, the Celtic Feis in August, the two day Clam Bake and Food Extravaganza in September and the three day Christmas Party in December. Call for dates and details. Free tours are offered for groups of 20 or more, reservations are appreciated.
One of the major attractions in this region is the Lake Erie resort Village itself, a rare melange of shops, nightclubs, public parks, lake front cottages and amusements.
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Old
Firehouse Winery
Rainbow Hills Vineyards
Open 11 am - 6 pm daily (June - October until 9 pm Friday and Saturday)
Location:
(Map
It) 26349 Township Road in Newcomerstown, Ohio
Phone: 740-545-9305
Nestled in the gently rolling hills of scenic eastern Coshocton County, Rainbow
Hills Vineyards offers a variety of dinner and sipping wines. The countryside
and atmosphere are exquisite. Here, only American grape and hybrid varieties
are grown and used with emphasis on producing high quality wines.
Visitors to Rainbow Hills Vineyards enjoy lounging in the serene setting and strolling along the decks that stretch into the woods. And tempting bread and cheese boards await with each glass of wine. A favorite spot at Rainbow Hills is the pond where guests gather for picnics and enjoy the sun or shade with their wine. And in order to find just the right wine for your palate, Rainbow Hills will help you on your quest for perfection.
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Rainbow Hills Vineyards
Known as Ohio's Crown Jewel of Wineries, Raven's Glenn is located on the banks of the beautiful Tuscarawas River. We are without a doubt, one of Ohio's most picturesque family-owned wineries. It is open year-round, motor coach friendly, delightful casual Italian dining, step-on greeting. Winery tours for groups of 12 or more by appointment . Group size California-style tasting bar . Banquet facility seats up to 200 . Large gift shop . Easy access from I-77 . Sunday Champagne Buffet
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Terra Cotta Vineyards is a family owned and operated vineyard that started as a dream. With approximately 2 acres of vines planted with help from family and friends the dream became a reality. They celebrated their 5th anniversary September 2004. They have outside porches and a shelter building where visitors can enjoy their wines in addition to the gorgeous view and spectacular sunsets! Cookouts are held during the months of May through October by reservation. Motorcoach tours are welcome. Wines range from dry to sweet and include Chambourcin, Seyval, Vidal, and Concord in addition to some blended wines. Visitors can also enjoy wines from the inside tasting room. Snacks, soft drinks, cheese and crackers are available for purchase. Be sure to visit our gift shop during your visit. Terra Cotta Vineyards welcomes groups for a unique wine tasting experience and also have a gift shop. At Terra Cotta Vineyards, they create a memorable experience for you!
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Printout: Virant Family Winery
Woodstone Creek Winery &
Boutique Distillery
Location: (Map
It) 3641 Newton Avenue in Cincinnati, Ohio
Phone: (513) 569-0300
Web:
http://www.woodstonecreek.com/
Varietals, blends, port, specialty meads (honey wine) dry to sweet/kosher,
bourbon, whiskey.
Tasting room with 50's ambiance, beautiful restored maple butcherblock and
mahogany bar, in-town warehouse conversion.
Convenient to downtown and expressways. Corner of Newton and Dana, 2
blocks east of Xavier University.
Retail sales, gift shop, art gallery, snacks, handicap accessible. Open to
the public Saturday only 1pm to 5pm.
Specialty honey wines dry to sweet, varietals and blends.
Printout: Woodstone Creek Winery
Open Tuesday
through Saturday from 1pm to 7pm with extended hours on most Friday
evenings. (Special & private events scheduled outside regular hours).
Location:
(Map
It) 4640 Wyandotte Drive in Columbus, OH 43230
Phone: 614-476-3624 and e-mail – Valerie@wyandottewinery.com
Web: www.wyandottewinery.com
Free Winery Tours – Saturday 12:30 and 3:30 PM. Please call for reservations. Winemaker: Robin Coolidge & Chief Whiner: Valerie Coolidge.
Established in 1976, Wyandotte Winery is located in northeast Columbus just minutes from Easton Town Center. Owners Robin and Valerie Coolidge purchased the winery in 2006 producing a variety of fine handcrafted wines ranging in styles from dry to sweet. A wine tasting at Wyandotte Winery is a fun and educational experience and has a cost of only $5 for 5 different wine samples. Reservations are not required for tastings for groups under 8 people and are available during open hours; please plan to arrive no later than 6:15 PM for tastings. Small plates are available while you enjoy your tasting or a bottle of wine. The intimate tasting room and gift shop feature a wine themed décor that is warm and inviting. Wyandotte Winery also offers unique home-baked gourmet wine cakes available by the slice or packaged in a decorative gift tin perfect for gift giving. Wyandotte Winery’s wine labels were created from a series of original watercolors by a local artist and depict various landmarks around Columbus presenting a local appeal for tourists as well as natives. Personalized custom labels are available for your special occasions: weddings, anniversaries, graduations etc… After hours the winery can be reserved for private parties or corporate events. Special events scheduled regularly include: Murder Mystery Dinners, Euchre Nights, Women Who Wine, Summer Sizzlers Cookouts, Food and Wine Pairing Dinners, Wyandotte Wednesdays (Hump-day Happy Hour) Haunted Wine Cellar and more! Check out their website for complete schedule of events.
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