Category: Wine

I’ve had Z Alexander Brown wines many times and have enjoyed each one. The Uncaged wines are extraordinary and are even more interesting after learning about the story of the producer and the commitment to sustainable farming and winemaking. Z Alexander Brown is named for its owner, Zac Brown. Most people know Zac as an …

Butler Winery, located in the countryside 10 minutes north of Bloomington, Indiana, is small, family owned, and is the 4th oldest winery in Indiana.  Jim and Susan Butler first opened for business in downtown Bloomington in 1983, planted their first grapes at their vineyard in 1992, and moved all production there in 1999. Jim and …

Usually, I spend time researching wineries before I make a visit. This was not true on a recent visit to Oliver Winery in Bloomington IN. I was happy that I made the detour as this is an exceptional winery with a rich history and a fantastic selection of wines. From the moment you enter the …

While planning my recent trip to Tennessee, I knew that a stop along the way should be Talon Winery in Shelbyville KY. The drive alone through Kentucky is beautiful, but there are many wineries worth visiting, as they have so much to offer the visitor and local community. Talon Winery has two locations. The winery …

I’ve visited some very unique wineries in the past. Some that produce only fruit wines and others that had restaurants with items like “pie flights”. Recently I visited Rising Sons Winery where with their tasting they also include their own bourbon and wine infused jams and jellies, or chocolates and Kentucky cheeses if desired. Rising …

I’m finally getting the chance to check out more wineries in Kentucky. In doing so I’m finding that many are able to produce some excellent wines from the Midwest varieties as well as sourced varieties from other locations. One amazing find is lover’s Lovers Leap Vineyard & Winery. Even before you enter the lane you …

A visit to Hickory Creek Winery provided much more than just a tasting and some background on the wines and winery. It was so much more entertaining and educational because of Jamie DeVinney, our server, who is officially their Senior Tasting Consultant. It’s always a pleasure when staff take time to sit and visit with …

Recently while on my way home from a visit to Michigan, I had the chance to make a quick stop by the Lazy Ballerina Winery tasting room in Bridgman MI. I had the pleasure of meeting Lauren Kniebes, who is co-owner of the winery with Melanie Owen. Lazy Ballerina is the only woman owned winery …

Cogdal Vineyards is located a 1/2 mile off Lake Michigan off of the scenic Blue Star Highway, just north of South Haven MI. It was a beautiful drive in October at the time of this visit by me and my wife. The property has a rich history, from the early years of being farmed by …