My husband and I had a couple days to ourselves so we decided to hit some of the wineries near…read moreDubuque, Iowa. While at another winery, we met some women, who were doing a wine tour like we were. They told us that we needed to stop by Barrel Head Winery because it was the best winery they visited on their route. We took their advice and we were so glad we did! Upon arrival, we noticed that they were closed, but the owners, John and Kathy Burns, opened their doors for us. They not only did they open for us, but they took time to give us a tour and let us taste their amazing wine. John & Kathy did not charge for tastings, unlike many of the other wineries, which is a PLUS in my book! We are not wine connoisseurs, but John and Kathy helped us learn a thing or two about what to look for in a good wine. We spent a good two hours at their establishment and it was the most fun we had all weekend. My husband and I will be life long customers of Barrel Head Winery.

Pure Iowa experience, especially during the green months. World class wine in a vineyard…read moresurrounded by Grant Wood style fields of corn. Wonderful owners and friendly MidWest customers.

My wife and I went here because she likes the name. We were the only ones there when we got to it…read more We were greeted by a gentleman by the name of Andy. A very knowledgeable person who explained the wines we had chosen. He asked us to find seats outside and he would bring them out to us. It was a very beautiful day outside so we were able to enjoy the weather and scenery. An excellent choice for anyone looking for a wedding venue etc. I'm sure we would have eaten there too if we hadn't just finished our lunch at Vinny's This place is off the beaten path but Definitely well worth the drive on gravel roads. Thanks again Andy ! Kim and I had a Great Time.

Beautiful setting! Wine was just ok. Was not at all impressed. This winery would not survive in…read moreNapa. Server was quite controlling in his pours and spent more time talking about himself then letting us enjoy the tasting and chat among us. Would have loved to sit out and enjoy the view while sipping our wine but we were required to stay inside at the wine bar.

After a delicious lunch and a few beers at the brewery, we stumbled across the street to Whispering…read moreBluffs Winery. The location houses a small gift shop of wine-related items (think wine stoppers and cute glasses), a wine bar for tasting, and a chocolate shop/coffee shop counter with a fairly wide selection of chocolates. We bee-lined it to the bar where we discovered it was $5 for 5 tastings ($8 and you get a keepsake glass). We filled out our tasting cards and started in on sampling. Nearly every wine we tried we liked! The reds were delicious - not too dry and robust enough to stand up to a steak. Whites were a little less of a hit but still tasty. The staff was great - offering suggestions and chatting like we were old friends. They offer discounts on multiple bottles of wine, so we grabbed 3 reds and headed to the cashier. As we were checking out we got to discussing the building and learned about the owner and the history. That prompted a walk down the hallway (the shops in the building are all connected) to check out the rest of the space and grab some ice cream. All-in-all this was a great stop on our tour of Potosi and I would definitely recommend the wine to anyone!

I really wanted to like these wines - mostly because I love birds and the artwork the owner has…read moredone for the labels. Unfortunately, for me, the labels were better than the wines. They weren't bad, they just weren't that great. The woman who helped us was very informative and helpful.

Wine tasting with a view? YES PLEASE! During our weekend in Clinton, we stopped at Wide River…read moreWinery, a beautiful family-owned winery tucked away on a bluff overlooking the Mississippi River. We sampled a dry red and a dry white, and both were amazing! We ended up purchasing a bottle of Jury Duty to take home. One fun fact? The winery was founded by attorney Dorothy O'Brien in 2005, which explains the clever legal-themed wine names! There's seating both indoors and outside, but if the weather is nice, I HIGHLY recommend grabbing a spot on the patio. The views of the Mississippi River are absolutely beautiful, and it's the perfect place to slow down and enjoy a glass of wine. They also offer vineyard tours, wine tastings, and seasonal live music. Whether you're visiting with friends or planning a romantic weekend getaway, this is definitely a stop worth adding to your Clinton itinerary!

Great Atmosphere & Customer Service . Had a pleasant Afternoon with Wine Tasting With my Family…read more Highly Recommend

Went here over the summer, it was a very cozy family-owned location. Unfortunately it was sad to…read moresee that it was not busy. The youngest son was talking about how they are trying to sell the property . Definitely a hidden gem ,it's a winding road to get up to the location, you almost feel like you're going the wrong way going up the road. Needless to say the wine tasting was great for the price, not a lot of selection of reds but adequate enough. They also had a couple frozen slushie types included with the regular tasting. I ordered pizza and it was very delicious, crispy, flavorful and not burnt! Very cool decorations inside. All the staff was very gracious and knowledgeable on all the ones. I truly hope they survive.

I wanted to love Rocky Waters Vineyard but our experience unfortunately fell short from start to…read morefinish. When driving up, none of the wine vines are visible as most are along the hillside that was covered by overgrown foliage. The main building has a residential log cabin feel that was turned into a main floor winery. When walking in, we were nicely greeted by a female staff member and an adorable pup! One orders food, tastings, or glasses at the counter and staff will bring it to you. We originally wanted to sit outside but quickly realized how buggy it was. We transitioned back inside just in time for our wines to be ready. The wine tasting came as (7) 1oz selections. The presentation was lack luster seeing they all came in a throw away plastic shot glass. They were kind to include a complimentary sample of their (2) slushie drinks of the day. Most of the wines had an odd bite or unique finishing note. Our favorite was the Tower Red Wine! The slushies weren't bad but they are made from a bag they also sell. Additionally, we ordered the Italian Dipping Oil. We saw them go to the back to make it fresh. It was the perfect sharing size but was definitely overpriced. Rocky Waters has so much potential but also has some room for growth to elevate the experience offered.

Such a very cool place that definitely warrants another visit. They have a beautiful facility,…read morecomplete with outside areas and the lovely bar. We stopped in on a busy Friday night and seating was limited because they have a private party going on in their main room. It was worth the wait for a seat in the bar area. The bartenders were incredibly informative explain the differences in the wines and the selection of other drinks. I tasted a semi sweet red and then a very sweet white and enjoyed both of them. Next time I return I will take home some bottles. There was a lovely little gift shop area. I couldn't resist buying some treasures for some of my favorite wine drinkers. We hope to visit again when the weather warms up and we can enjoy the outside fire pits and water features and seating.

A lovely day to enjoy a glass of sangria and a cherry lime margarita on the patio. The wood fired…read moresausage pizza is good and cheesy too. The staff is friendly and engaging. The setting is charming and the variety of wines, spirits and cocktails should please anyone. Can't wait to attend the murder-mystery dinner!

We went on a Saturday night. They closed until 10 pm which is an absolutely plus. Anna was very…read moreknowledgeable and helpful. We got a case of 12 bottles for only $250. The view and story was beautiful. Definitely recommend to stop for a bottle or 12.

I absolutely love this winery! Amazing views, amazing wine, and amazing staff! I will always keep…read morecoming back here over any other winery. The live music events are always fun, and tasting wines is always free!

I like wine. I love smaller wineries. There is so much love…read moreput into the product when it's a "mom & pop" feel. I got that feeling rolling into the driveway this morning. Signs to the tasting room lead to happiness. The little guard dogs vocalize from the house as we walk into the tasting area. Inside the building is a nice set up. The tasting bar and multiple tables. We got to sit and chat with the owner. He said they started in Preston but since have moved to this great location. The first two tastes are free. We slowly worked our way through our tastes while talking with the owner. We ended up with a few bottles. The Blue diamond was my favorite and my husband had the Just Friends. So good. Those are not the only ones we walked out with. Some of his top sellers were sold out but we got to sample the rhubarb...oh baby. Yum. Love it

Wow! We had such a wonderful evening with Jim and Mary Kay. They were very informative, extremely…read morefriendly, and we tasted and bought multiple of their international, award-winning wines. One of the most unique and tasty selections of wine we've encountered. 10/10 I would recommend to anyone passing through the area!

Beautiful winery. Awesome settting, delicious wines. We've been there several times on our visits…read moreto NE Iowa Five star rating

Oh my gosh I love this place! What a unique and beautiful winery! Seriously the most friendly staff…read moreand kind owner... the building is adorable with fun little shops inside... tons of seating. Amazing pizza, great drinks, seriously can't beat it!

This is a woman owned winery on the outskirts of Galena…read more Soon as you walk in their tasting room and gift shop,you are greeted with a smile . They offer a number of white and red wines. Tastings are generous pours. We both loved their reds, especially their Reserve Red. You can purchase any of the bottles in their gift shop. They don't serve food but we brought in our own cheese and crackers. You can sit outside on their covered patio overlooking the vineyard. Open 7 days a week and only 30 minutes outside of Galena,this is definitely a winery worth a visit.

Off the beaten path in Elizabeth, IL this woman owned winery is in a lovey settling. We were…read morewarmly welcomed and made our tasting selections. They were brought out to us on the deck outside overlooking the vineyards. Our favorite wine was the Massbach Reserve and we purchased a bottle to enjoy at home.