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Visiting Wisconsin Wineries?

Intro to Wisconsin

Wisconsin wineries grow their own grapes? I know, I know, it’s hard to imagine. But hey, who said wine must be made from grapes? Berries and other fruit grow well here, so why not add some fruity accents to traditional wines…
A Hungarian immigrant planted first Wisconsin vineyards mid 19th century. A hard working farmer he was, constant struggle with the cold climate eventually forced him to give up and move on to a warmer state, yes, California, of course. But others picked up on what was left over, and with experimentation, developed a few hardy varieties.

Supplementing Wisconsin grapes with those from surrounding states, they can survive even when the native crops fail. Of the locally grown grapes, hybrids dominate with varieties like Seyval, Leon Millot, Marechal Foch, and Vidal. There are also experimental vineyard trails connecting a few of the Wisconsin wineries occurring in the north of the state near Bayfield overlooking Lake Superior.

Wisconsin Wineries

You can find wineries in Wisconsin pretty much on every corner. It seems like they deny the fact that the state is simply not meant to be the wine king. To compensate for lack of popular grape varieties, they offer a unique selection of rare fruit wines – combinations of flavors hard to find anywhere else. I broke down the list of wineries by region so that it’s easier for you to plan your road trip.

Central Wisconsin Wineries

Mitchell Vineyard – Since 1976, this winery helps wine enthusiasts to make their own wine. The 6-acre vineyard grows grapes for wineries as well as pick-your-own. They grow Foch, Millot, St Croix, Frontenac, Espirit, Concord, Chambourcin, Traminette, St Pepin, Cabernet Franc, and Delaware. 608-257-0099. 1931 Monroe St, Madison, Dane County.

Wollersheim Winery – Offers daily year-round guided tours with winemaking information. Enjoy the scenery while there. Pack a picnic. Open 10-5pm. 608-643-6515, 800-847-9463, www.Wollersheim.com, 7876 Hwy 188, Prairie du Sac, Dane County.

Northeast Wisconsin Wineries

Brigadoon Winery – located in a Finnish settlement area. Offers thirteen wine varieties, jams and jellies. Closed Sun. Summer 9 - 5 pm; Winter 10 - 5 pm, or by appointment, Call 715-564-2280, 2170 Clifford Road, Tripoli, Oneida County.

Captain's Walk Winery - offers premium grape wine tasting with unique tasting education. Open Tue - Sat, 11 - 7 pm. Sun 12 - 4 pm. Closed Mondays. 920-431-9255, 345 South Adams Street, Green Bay, Brown County.

Door Peninsula Winery – on the tour, learn the history of the old Carlsville schoolhouse in which this Wisconsin winery operates as well the winemaking process. Specializes in fruit wines, free sampling. Winter 9 am to 5 pm, summer 9 am to 6. 920-743-7431 or toll-free 800-551-5049, 5806 Hwy 42, Sturgeon Bay, Door County.

Kerrigan Brothers Winery - all natural fruit wines - including strawberries, apples, raspberries, blueberries, lemon. Offers free tastings daily Mon to Sat 9 to 5 pm, Sun & holidays 10 to 3 pm. 920-788-1423. 1.5 miles off Hwy 41 on Cty Trunk N, Little Chute exit #146, Outagamie County.

LedgeStone Vineyards - located at the foot of the Niagara Escarpment, by the Fox River State Recreational Trail. 920-532-4384, 6381 Hwy 57, Greenleaf, Brown County.

Orchard Country Winery & Market – farm market complements this family run Wisconsin winery. Free tasting during seasonal tours May-October at 11 am, 1 pm and 3 pm. 920-868-3479, www.orchardcountry.com, .5 miles S of Fish Creek, Door County.

Parallel 44 Vineyard & Winery - named after the latitude of the world's finest wine regions. Family run educational tours Sat at 3pm. Open: Apr to Dec, daily 10 - 5 pm; Jan to Mar, limited hours. 920-362-1562. N2185 Sleepy Hollow Road, Kewaunee, Kewaunee County.

Red Oak Winery and Vineyard – taste their award winning wines at the wine tasting room located at Winery Square in historic downtown Sturgeon Bay. Summer hours: 11 - 4 pm Sun, 11 - 5 pm Mon to Thu, 11 - 6 pm Fri Sat., 920-743-7729, 325 N Third Avenue, Sturgeon Bay, Door County.

Simon Creek Winery – innovative winery offering free tours daily Nov 1 - May 14, 11 - 4 pm; May 15 - Oct 31, 10 - 6 pm. 920-746-9307. 5896 Bochek Road, Sturgeon Bay, Door County.

Stone's Throw Winery - Peaceful, unspoiled, and rarely crowded. Call to reserve a tour and tasting of their fine wines made from California and Door County grapes. 920-839-9660. 3382 County Road E, Egg Harbor, Door County.

Three Lakes Winery – 2nd oldest of all Wisconsin wineries offers berry and fruit wines including Cranberry, Blueberry and Blackberry wines . 715-546-3080, 800-944-5434. 6971 Gogebic Street, Three Lakes, Oneida County.

Trout Springs Winery - open Apr to Nov; Sat, Sun 12 - 7pm; Nov to Apr; Sat, Sun 12 - 4pm. 920-864-7761 or 866-687-9463. 6381 Hwy 57, Greenleaf, Brown County.

Von Stiehl Winery - Located in a picturesque old brewery overlooking the harbor, this winery specializes in cherry and other fruit wines. Guided tours take you through under-ground limestone caverns with 3’ thick stone walls. 920-487-5208, 800-955-5208. 115 Navarino St, Algoma, Kewaunee County.

Woodland Trail Winery - in the scenic Nicolet National Forest area of Northeastern Wisconsin. Produces over 50 different wines. Offering free tours and samples. Open daily, 9 to 6 pm. 715-276-3668 or 800-643-9520. 17153 Big Hill Rd, Lakewood, Oconto County.

Northwest Wisconsin Wineries

Autumn Harvest Winery – offers free tasting tours with added extras like cheese and pickled fruit. Great for a picnic. Jun to Nov. Jun, Jul, Aug; open Fri, Sat, Sun; 10 - 5pm. Labor Day to Nov; 9 - 6 pm, 715-720-1663. 19947 County Hwy J, Chippewa Falls, Chippewa County.

Bayfield Winery - Open late May-Oct daily 9 am to 5 pm. HA, Traditional hard ciders, meads and country wines. 715-779-5404. Rt 1, Cty J, Bayfield, Bayfield County.

Chateau St. Croix - A signature of Wisconsin wineries on a 55 acre estate which includes vineyards, formal gardens, a picnic area, fishing pond, and stables plus a carriage house. Tours and tasting s daily, call for hours. Call 715-483-2556 or 866-654-WINE. 1998A State Road 87, St. Croix Falls, Polk County.

Hook Stone Winery - founded in 2005, this Wisconsin winery produces fine wines from juices out of California and Washington State. Open daily, Memorial Day to Labor Day, 10:30 - 6 pm. 715-634-9463. 10588 Main St, Hayward, Sawyer County.

Munson Bridge Winery - offers Raspberry Wine, Elderberry Wine, Boysenberry Wine, Plum Wine, Blackberry Wine, Crabapple Wine, Cranberry Wine as well as many other seasonal favorites. Open Jun through Dec, Fri 12 - 6 pm, Sat 11 - 6 pm, Sun 1 - 4 pm. 715-229-4501. W6462 Bridge Road, Withee, Clark County.

Northwoods Brewing Company – Wine tasting tours by request and every Friday night on the hour. Open daily 11 am to midnight. 715-552-0510 or 715-552-0512. 3560 Oakwood Mall Dr, Eau Claire, Eau Claire County.

Trade River Winery - specializes in boutique wines, unusual grape varieties, and limited productions from small family producers. You won't find these wines in a local wine store. Open Thr - Sun & Holidays; Fri 4 - 9pm, Sat 11 - 8pm, Sun 12 - 4pm. 715-327-4193. 12071 State Hwy 48, Trade Lake, Burnett County.

White Winter Winery – produce unique fruit and honey wines. Hours: 1 - 5 pm, Mon Wed Thu; 10 - 5 pm, Fri Sat; 11 - 4 pm, Sun. Closed Tue. 715-372-5656. 68323A Lea St, Iron River, Bayfield County.

Southeast Wisconsin Wineries

AEppelTreow (Apple True) Winery – offers sparkling apple wine. Open Sep to Dec, Sat 10 to 5 and Sun 12 to 4; May to Aug, Sat 10 to 4. 262-878-5345. 1072 288th Ave, Burlington, Racine County.

Calico Cottage Rock River Winery - has the largest selection (over 260 kids) of Wisconsin wines in the state. 920-261-9460. 500 A Bernard St, Watertown, Jefferson County.

Cedar Creek Winery - located in the historic Cedar Creek Settlement. Offers fruity grape wines. 45 minute tour will cost you $3 for adults. Open all year 10 am to 5 pm daily. Call 262-377-8020, 800-827-8020. N70 W6340 Bridge Road, Cedarburg, Ozaukee County.

Mason Creek Winery - located at Old Lynndale Farms in scenic Lake Country. It's one of the most famous Wisconsin wineries tha won 14 international awards! Perfect for a picnic lunch. Has live music in summer. Open 11 - 5 pm, 7 days a week. 262-367-6494 or 866-511-WINE. N47 W28270 Lynndale Road, Pewaukee, Waukesha County.

The Apple Barn Orchard and Winery - Daily 7 am to 5 pm. Offers wines and sweet farm produce. Call 262-728-3266. Take Cty O north of Delavan to Sugar Creek Rd or Cty H north of Elkhorn to Sugar Creek Rd. Watch for the signs, Walworth County.

Vetro Winery – proud of their Sicilian origin, offers dining with exceptional wines. Open Tue - Fri, Sun 10 - 6 pm; Sat 10 - 4 pm. 262-593-5123. N5817 Hillside Dr, Concord, Jefferson County.

Southwest Wisconsin - Tours and tastings daily during regular seasonal hours, Open Apr Sat and Sun 10 am to 5 pm. Late Apr to Dec Wed-Sun 10 am to 5 pm. Tours Sat and Sun 1:30 and 3:30 pm. Call 608-924-1412 or toll-free 888-478-9463. 8180 Langberry Dr, Barneveld, Iowa County.

Burr Oak Winery – their wine is offered for sale by glass, bottle, or case. Open Wed - Sun, 11 - 5 pm, except special events and holidays. 608-562-5271. N5873 Highway 12 and 16, New Lisbon, Juneau County.

New Glarus Primrose Winery – call for details 608-527-5053. 500 First St, New Glarus, Iowa County.

Spurgeon Vineyards & Winery - situated in the rolling countyside west of Highland. Open 10 am to 5 pm every day April through December 23, except Thanksgiving Day and Easter Sunday. Open weekends only February and March, from 10 am to 5 pm. Guided tours April through October. 608-929-7692, 800-236-5555. 16008 Pine Tree Rd, Highland, Iowa County.

Tenba Ridge Winery – owned by family with European origin. Tastings are free and tours are by appointment. Open May to Dec, tasting room open: Fri, Sat and Sun; 10 am - 5 pm, 608-525-2413. N27587 Joe Coulee Road, Blair, Trempealeau County.

Vernon Winery - Specializing in cold climate grapes, scenic Vernon Vineyard offers a wide selection of red and white wines. It's the first winery in Vernon County. Open May 15 - Dec 22; Fri Sat 10 - 6 pm, Sun 12 - 6 pm. 608-634-6734. S 3457A Dahl Lane, Viroqua, Vernon County.

Weggy Winery - grows apples, peaches, Asian pears and cherries besides fine grape varieties. Has tours and tastings daily, 10 - 5 pm. 608-647-6600. 30940 Oak Ridge Drive, Muscoda, Richland County.

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