Great small winery. Brian was amazing. He really was knowledgeable about his wine. Great place to…read morevisit.

We were bourbon-tasting and our bartender referred us to this quaint little winery. It is only open…read moreon Saturdays for tastings and the options change weekly. When we visited, there were seven wines to be tasted for $8 and the tasting fee is waved if you buy a bottle of wine. The winemaker and owner Brian is a true gem - he works by himself but made all of his customers feel important while he had to run tastings, answer the phone, and check people out. He took the time to get to know everyone's names and you can tell he is immensely proud of his wine. All of the wines are award winners. We took a few bottles home to enjoy at home in NY!

First off, the property and view is beautiful…read more Unfortunately, the wine really isn't very good. We did 3 different flights and could not find a wine we thought was good enough to drink to even sip on while enjoying the view. I'm not trying to be rude, it is just my honest opinion.

If you (or your friends) need a break from bourbon, Lovers Leap may be what you are looking for. It…read moreis a beautiful property with plenty of seating inside and outside. The service was great and the wine and peace were exactly what we were looking for. I enjoyed it a lot.

What a great place to grab a drink and a meal. Greg was super informative of the area, and the…read moreselection of wines available at Jester's. I settled on the blood orange that was very bubbly and sweet while my husband enjoyed the black cherry. I enjoyed the jesters chicken sandwich with broccoli my husband had the bacon Cajun ranch burger. Overall great stop. The view of the rolling Kentucky hills was per from the porch while we enjoyed our meal.

Nice location and with a good view from the patio. The staff is very friendly and fantastic. The…read moreflatbread pizzas are good, and the wine is just okay. If you have been to a winery in a state known for wines, this is not that.

My wife and I used Horse and Barrel Tours for our first visit to Kentucky and the Bourbon Trail. I…read moredon't think our experience could have been any better. Bill was our guide for the day, but he was so much more than that. He took lots of great photos, shared history and stories, opened doors, carried our things to the car; he was such a pleasure to spend time with and we were sad when the tour ended. Everyone should experience a day like we had with Bill!!

We had a wonderful time on this tour! Everything was planned out and went incredibly smoothly. Abe…read morewas a great driver, who guided us at every stop and kept us on schedule without it ever feeling like he was rushing us. We chose the package that included a private vehicle to a horse farm, bourbon distillery and a winery. All three venues were great choices, and clearly had a good relationship with Horse and Barrel Tours. Definitely a great way to see a good mix of things around the Lexington area!

Nice peaceful winery in Winchester! Lots of wines to choose from! I decided to try the red flight…read more($12) with a charcuterie board for 2 ($20). I sat inside to avoid the heat and bugs. There was a cat chilling in the shopping area.

Girls day out! Decided to visit Harkness Edwards Vineyards after searching for Fall activities and…read moreit was a hit! We visited on a beautiful Saturday afternoon and enjoyed the scenery as we sat outside sipping our wine. Located just a short drive from Lexington, Harkness Edwards is checks all the boxes for a fun day out. Atmosphere, check. Views, check. Affordable, check. A variety of wines for every palette, check. We prefer our wine on the sweeter side so we went with the best sellers flight. For just $10 we received a flight of 5 different wines, These were generous pours and we presented beautifully. Once we got settled, we decided to add a charcuterie board for two. At just $20, that was a great price! It included grapes, multiple cheeses, crackers, meat and chocolates. I would've liked a bit more meat, but I understand that additional meat may have driven the price up. In addition to our flight, we also enjoyed a glass of seasonal apple cider sangria. It was light and refreshing, topped off with champagne for a bit of effervescence. Since it was such a nice day, we opted for outdoor seating to enjoy the weather and beautiful views. The atmosphere is very relaxed and casual. We brought personal activities to entertain ourselves, so we colored , journaled and did some reading during our time at the vineyard. Before leaving, we settled our tab and browsed in the retail area. They have many items for purchase including local honey, candles, soap, lotion and of course, wine. We purchased a bottle of our favorite wine from our flight. In addition to tours and tastings, they offer a variety of different classes. While we were there, there was a floral class going on. I would like to come back and take a class in the future. We had a wonderful outing at Harkness Edwards. The staff was very friendly, the wine and charcuterie were delicious and the atmosphere was delightful!

Talon Winery... where do I start? This place is gorgeous, the wine is great and Sunny is amazing…read more You might come to Lex for the bourbon, but don't skip out on this gem.

Had the pleasure of stopping by Talon Winery today during our trip through Kentucky and thought I'd…read moregive a quick recap for my fellow yelpers. The grounds are undeniably beautiful. The scenery, atmosphere, and overall property create a relaxing environment that feels very "Kentucky wine country." The staff was also incredibly friendly, welcoming, and wonderful with families and kids. The gift shop and tasting space itself functionally was not laid out in a way that made the experience especially easy or comfortable to enjoy. For those of you interested in tastings, there is nowhere comfortable to sit during the tasting process, unless you want to trade into plastic cups and head outside. This unintentionally created a rushed feeling, even though the staff themselves never pressured us. As for the wines, I tried the Cabernet Sauvignon, Equestrian Series, and Crimson Cabernet. I personally tend to lean towards drier, more robust wines, these felt fairly lackluster overall and lacked the depth and balance I personally look for in a wine that can either stand confidently on its own or pair beautifully with food. A few of the sweeter wines others in my group sampled came across far more grape-forward than expected and reminded me more of juice than a refined wine experience. (My overall impression was they paired more with $10 bottles than the prices that were asked) While the staff was clearly well-intentioned and friendly, the overall tasting experience lacked some of the seriousness, polish, and professionalism that you would expect from a true leader in the wine space. We had to request that glasses be emptied and cleaned between tastings, water was never offered between pours, and some of the finer details that elevate a winery experience simply felt overlooked. That said, this place has a lot of potential. Between the scenery, atmosphere, and welcoming team, I could absolutely see why Talon Winery would become a favorite spot for locals or visitors looking for a casual afternoon outing. However, for those looking for a polished, elevated "Napa-style" wine experience, this may not quite be the home run I had hoped it would be.

Great little winery with friendly staff. Wines have great…read moreflavor profiles and do not disaapoint. Staff is friendly and knowledgeable on the wines and grapes. Equestrian was our favorite wine/ red Malbec smooth overall with hints of cherries and peppercorn on the backend We signed up for the membership for the 3 bottle quarterly shipments- best is if you do not like the bottles picked you can swap out for ones you like!!

We stopped in for a tasting, and had a great time. Sheila took great care of us. Gave us info about…read moreother wineries as well. She was very friendly. We just stood at the bar and talked with Sheila while we had a flight but there was plenty of room to sit and relax if you wanted to.

After a day spent bourbon touring and tasting with our husbands we found this delightful winery not…read morefar from where we were staying. We decided it was our turn for a tasting and just stumbled across it on the internet. We could have enjoyed our time there more! The gentleman serving us was so kind and knowledgeable and we enjoyed our wine very much. He made us feel right at home. Wine was fabulous and the service was excellent!

It was awkward for a few minutes when my daughter and I first arrived. The bar seating was full and…read morethe staff didn't greet us. We just walked around a bit until a few people left, and Dolores greeted us a soon as we were seated. We tried Syrah and cab sauv and chose to buy a bottle of the latter. They're both medium bodied, but I prefer bolder wines. We also got a glass of sweet white wine called Bianca, it was really good. Dolores was friendly after we started talking, and the locals were very nice too. I chose to go here because they're pet friendly.

So excited for this new winery in Kentucky. The tasting room is so inviting and peaceful. We sat…read moreat the bar and did a tasting as well as split a charcuterie board. The owners were great to talk to and I can't wait to come back and visit in the spring, when the patio is open. Service was amazing. The wines were all good. The chardonnay was my overall favorite but I liked everything I tried. The charcuterie was the perfect snack. Ghost Fox is a great addition to the Kentucky wine scene. They do tend to lean more dry when it comes to the wine but even our semi-sweet friend found something she liked. Will definitely be back to this winery.

Ghost Fox Winery opened its doors in Nicholasville, Kentucky recently and you'll want to go visit…read more Utilizing grapes from California, they make some wonderful whites, reds and sparkling wines. Pair with their charcuterie for an afternoon or evening of fun with friends. Sample a flight and choose your favorite from their award winning wines. Sit out on their amazing patio with a lovely view. At Ghost Fox Winery they believe that wine is not just a beverage but a story waiting to be told.

Sophia in the tasting room was Excellent! Kudos Cynthia!…read more We love Cynthia and what she has created at Equus Run Vineyards. We are already planning our next trip there. Larry

Went on a Saturday, the place was slammed, crowded, and very busy. We weren't a fan of the non…read moresweet wines, but the sweet wines were excellent. They also had good brandy they made.