ILLINOIS Wine Country


If you’re up for amazing, you’ll find it with a visit to Illinois Wine Country.


From north to south, the Land of Lincoln is home to more than 100 wineries, almost 500 vineyards, and more than 100 miles of some of the most scenic wine trails to be found anywhere in the country.


The reputation of Illinois wineries is growing as fast as their grapevines. Whether you are a connoisseur of fine wines or a celebratory sipper, you’ll find that Illinois’ wineries are ripe for exploration.


Our many tasting rooms allow you to fully enjoy wide selections of award-winning wines throughout the state, as well as opportunities to indulge in delicious food pairings that showcase Illinois wine at its best. You can also listen to the many heartwarming stories behind family-owned wineries, and learn about wine-making techniques, too.


A visit to Illinois Wine Country doesn’t have to stop there. Why not “pair” your visit with the cozy comfort of an area


ABOUT THIS GUIDE


This guide lists Illinois’ wineries alphabetically by town. The winery names and offerings are color coded to correspond with the Illinois tourism region in which the winery can be found (see map on page 4). The offerings for each winery are outlined in the key on page 4.


Please note the following before departing on your next wine tasting adventure:


HOURS: Please call ahead or check the winery’s website before departing as wineries can be open limited hours, seasonally or year round.


TOURS: Call ahead or check the winery’s website for tour times/availability and to determine if group tours are available.


FOOD: Offerings can range from light fare to a full menu. Call ahead or visit the winery’s website for menu options.


EVENTS: Some events may require pre-registration and/ or a fee. Call ahead or visit the winery’s website for full event information.


ACCOMMODATIONS: To assure a winery offering accommodations has room available, call before departing to reserve your stay.


Although every step was taken to ensure the accuracy of the information provided in this guide, we are not responsible for errors or omissions. We hope you enjoy visiting Illinois’ wineries and experiencing the authentic taste of locally sourced wine. Always sip responsibly and have a designated driver.


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Galena/Jo Daviess County CVB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Lake Shelbyville Area CVB/Shelby County Tourism. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 GalenaEats.com. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Illinois Office of Tourism. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Mackinaw Valley Vineyard & Winery ............................... 12 ILLINOISouth Tourism. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Decatur Area CVB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Peoria Area CVB .................................................. 12 Alton Regional CVB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Great River Road in Illinois National Scenic Byway .................. 19 Blackhawk Waterways CVB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Baxter’s Vineyards & Winery .......................................34 Quincy Area CVB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Southernmost Illinois Tourism Bureau ..............................34 VisitSI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Illinois Office of Tourism. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BACK COVER


3 • ENJOYILLINOIS.COM 6/16 50M On the cover: Blue Sky Vineyard


inn, and enjoy the weekend. You can visit any of the many specialty shops where you’ll find antiques or a variety of unique works of art created by local artists and craftsmen.


This guide provides a user-friendly listing of wineries and tasting rooms, as well as various wine festivals and trails. I hope you enjoy discovering everything that Illinois Wine Country has to offer.


For more trip ideas or for a comprehensive look at every- thing that Illinois has to offer, please visit our website at enjoyillinois.com.


Your friend in Illinois tourism,


Cory M. Jobe Director, Illinois Office of Tourism


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