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    Pomona Winery

    4.2 (31 reviews)
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    Closed 12:00 pm - 5:00 PM

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    Able to accommodate large groups
    Barbara D.

    This was my favorite winery in the area. It just has a very calm, comforting feel. The staff were all smiles and greeted us right away. They did a good job explaining the wines and didn't seem "stuffy" Also their wines are derived from apples! Sweet! I would give them 5 stars if they served food (bruschetta anyone?) or some fun non-alcoholic drinks for the DD (NA apple cider maybe?)

    Playful George.  Super fun wine tasting.
    Kelly B.

    Pomona Winery is a small vineyard and winery located on the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail in a wooded section of the Shawnee National Forest (10 miles south of Murphysboro). They have a rural tasting room with a back deck that overlooks the forest. The grape-less wines they offer are unique and tasty. Most are made from apples, berries and other locally sourced fruits. The cost is $3 for a tasting of all 10 wines. George and Becky are informative, entertaining and fun. This winery is small, but unique and is definitely a worthwhile stop on the wine trail!

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    You have to come here if you're in the area for a tasting. Truly unique wines. We bought a lot to take home.

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    Great atmosphere, friendly, informative staff and the most beautiful scenery. The wines are unique and delicious. Can't wait to go back!

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    Von Jakob Winery & Brewery - Merchandise

    Von Jakob Winery & Brewery

    3.1(93 reviews)
    4.1 mi
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    Von Jakob was the last stop on our ladies Shawnee Hills Wine Trail Spring tour. There is plenty of…read moreon-site parking. Our group enjoyed some beer. There was lots of inside seating, but it was extremely loud (and crowded) when we visited. The front room is decorated like a German beer hall. We sat in a large room off to the side that looks like it would be used for wedding receptions or large parties. There is also a patio with seating but it was a cold day so we stayed indoors. The patio looks like it could use a refresh but the view is very nice.

    Von Jakob winery and brewery in Alto Pass is a must stop on the Shawnee Hills wine trail. Walking…read moreinto this non descript one story widely spread out building leaves much to be explored. We were invited into this large bar space with ample seating and easy access to another attached large space that had even more seating which led to even another large seating space outside with a view of the valley. Von Jakob offers, wine, beer, and limited bourbon which we were told was really a one time offering, and once the bourbon is gone, that's it. We were only there for a tasting and did pick up a few bottles. I never felt rushed and the host was knowledgeable and offered information on all that was available as the tasting list was extensive. There was no live music while we were there but I would not hesitate to come back for that. A solid experience.

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    StarView Vineyards

    StarView Vineyards

    4.3(68 reviews)
    13.5 mi
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    We visited StarView on a Saturday afternoon in March as part of the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail. The…read morelocation is nice. There is a large indoor area and a huge back patio partly covered/partly uncovered overlooking a small pond that provides a nice lively but pretty setting in which to enjoy your wine. The parking lot is right out front. They allow you to bring in food and do permit dogs on-leash. When we entered, we saw lots of rather typical wine merchandise to buy. We were hoping to have wine flights outside on the patio, but they only do flights inside at the walk-up bar. Instead, we had a couple of small tastes and picked a bottle of wine to bring out back on the patio. There was a live band performing which was nice. Lots of seating and an energetic vibe. We enjoyed our wine as well. You have the option to either keep your wine glasses as a souvenir or return them to get your deposit back.

    Small tasting room attached to a winery. The staff were great and wanted to make sure we had all…read morethe information about their wines. Small boutique with wine related signs, shirts, coasters, glasses. When we went there was live music and lots of energy for the solar eclipse. Wines we had were delicious and everyone found something to like. Limited menu available (sandwiches, pasta salad) to go along with the wine tasting.

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    Wine on the patio

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    Sun dial yard decoration out front that is featured on their bottles.

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