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Stave Wine Bar & Market Entrance

Stave Wine Bar & Market, Normal IL

Posted on February 1, 2023 By by

When searching online for new wine experiences to check out, the word “Stave” immediately pops off the screen.  Fortunately, such a search recently led me to Stave Wine Bar & Market. When you step off the street into Stave, you are walking into a casual yet classy environment that instantly says “wine bar”. The market …

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Waters Edge Sign

Waters Edge Winery & Bistro, Peoria Heights IL

Posted on December 15, 2022 By by

If you are looking for a unique wine and fine dining experience, Waters Edge Winery & Bistro in Peoria Heights IL is for you. Opening just a little more than a year ago, this establishment is one of the family of Waters Edge Wineries franchises located around the country. Even so, in speaking with owner, …

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Vixen Hill Winery Sign

Vixen Hill Winery, Palmyra IL

Posted on November 11, 2022 By by

When I need to make a trip that takes me close by a winery, you can bet I will take the opportunity to visit if possible. Even though it may be a little off my I-55 route in West-Central Illinois, I took time recently to visit Vixen Hill Winery on my way home from St. …

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Whisk Store Front

Whisk | Coffee & Wine Bar, Mahomet IL

Posted on October 30, 2022 By by

Recently my wife and I had the pleasure to join a group of our dear friends for a private wine tasting at Whisk Coffee & Wine Bar. Whisk is located on the east side of Mahomet, IL just a short distance from I-74.  A perfect opportunity for a quick detour or for locals to hang out. …

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West of Wise Winery, Petersburg IL

Posted on August 26, 2022 By by

Recently I was on a trip home from St. Louis on I-55 in Illinois and decided to check out a winery along the way.  After a quick search of the wineries in the area, I chose West of Wise Winery. The decision was made both on the wine varieties they produce as well as the …

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Tres Rojas Winery Side-Patio

Tres Rojas Winery, Washington IL

Posted on November 29, 2021 By by

It’s always so interesting to me as to how owners come to open new wineries. What drives a person, or in the case of Tres Rojas Winery, a couple, to want to take on the tremendous work involved in planting Barry Vineyards, opening a winery, and then a tasting and event venue. For Bob and …

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Hickory Ridge Vineyard & Winery, Pomona IL

Posted on December 30, 2019 By by

Hickory Ridge Vineyards & Winery is a quaint establishment owned by Ron and Sylvia Presswood in the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail. Located back off the road, nestled behind trees and overlooking the vineyards, the small rustic tasting room provides a nice escape from the hustle and bustle of the city.  My recent visit occurred during a slow …

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Pomona Winery Sign

Pomona Winery, Pomona IL

Posted on November 17, 2019 By by

If you are interested in something a little different, how about a winery that uses only locally grown non-grape fruits in their wines?  Pomona Winery is a small rustic looking place with decks and a garden picnic area, and even though it is roadside, you’d swear you are in deep in the woods. The staff are knowledgeable …

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Kite Hills Vineyards & Winery Sign

Kite Hills Vineyards, Carbondale IL

Posted on November 10, 2019 By by

Located just south of Carbondale in the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, you will find Kite Hill Vineyards. Not only do owners Jim and Barbara Bush have the vineyards and winery, but they also operate a Bed & Breakfast that is located at the vineyard.  My recent visit occurred on a Friday afternoon, during a slow period, so it …

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Monte Alegre Winery Sign

Monte Alegre Vineyards & Cellars, Carbondale IL

Posted on November 10, 2019 By by

From engineer, to farmer and horse breeder/trainer, to viticulturist, to winemaker, David Ponce and his wife Beth, of Monte Alegre Vineyards & Cellars, have made their mark in the Southern Illinois wine scene. The property originally had three old vines of Fredonia grapes, which eventually became used for cloning, but the small vineyard started growing commercially in …

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Scott Morris

Welcome! CU4Wine & More is a place where I can share my experiences with fellow wine lovers, foodies, and travel enthusiasts. I don’t consider myself a critic, because I believe everyone has their own tastes and ideas of what a positive experience should be.

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