The Best North-Central Iowa Wineries

Before my father passed away several years ago, he was an avid wine maker. His love for developing new recipes and making exceptional wine began my interest in local Iowa wineries. My father and a very good friend of his started making wine over 20 years ago. At that time, my father continued to make wine for personal use while his friend chose to make it a career. His winery is now one of the top wineries in the State of Iowa.

My love for home-grown and home-made wine has continued after my father’s passing. It is not unusual for my husband and I to take off and enjoy the different wines of the area. Here are but a few of the wineries we highly recommend.

Engelbrecht Family Winery and Vineyards is located at 2866 270th Street in Fredericksburg, Iowa. Their phone number is 563.237.5969. This family owned and operated vineyard offers taste testing in a family friendly setting. The tasting room offers antiques and novelties along with an excellent selection of wine.

Eagle City Winery is located at 28536 160th Street in Iowa Falls, Iowa. Their phone number is 641.684.3669. The setting for this winery is simply wonderful with the setting just across from Eagle City Park. The location is hard to find if you are not familiar with the area since it is several miles away from any main highway. Just follow the signs to a unique and interesting winery. The owner and his wife are gracious and caring individuals that have captured their love for one another in the taste of their wines.

Cedar Ridge Winery and Distillery is located at 501 Seventh Avenue SE, Suite B in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Their phone number is 319.362.2778. Travel to this winery from Wednesday through Sunday and taste test their excellent wines. Enjoy a view of the vineyards from the patio along with the warm décor and friendly staff.

Fox Ridge Winery is located at 1465 L. Avenue in Traer, Iowa. Their phone number is 319.478.8080. A tasting room is available for individuals to sample Fox Ridge wine and it is definitely worth sampling. Hours are specified from Tuesday through Sunday.

Close by Cedar Rapids is Marion. Marion is the home to Walnut Tree Winery located at 1197 13th Street. Their phone number is 319.377.6071. Walnut Tree Winery offers a selection of wine that hosts a wide variety of flavors.

Grapevine Winery is located at 4515 F Street in Amana, Iowa. Their phone number is 319.622.3698. Another winery close by is Little Amana Winery located at I-80, Exit 225 in Little Amana. Both locations offer a good selection of wine and a taste of the Amana Colonies.


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