Last week, my husband and I made our bi-yearly trip to Kentucky for our whiskey and bourbon…read moreadventure. After spending the day visiting distilleries, I was ready for something a little different, so my husband suggested we stop by McIntyre & Family Winery. I'm so glad we did. From the moment we walked in, we felt genuinely welcomed. Nikki greeted us, took the time to explain their wines and tasting options, and made us feel right at home. A little while later, the owner, who is also named Nikki, came over to introduce herself. Both of these ladies were incredibly kind, down-to-earth, and passionate about what they do. What was supposed to be a quick stop turned into two wonderful hours of conversation, laughter, and wine tasting. I've visited quite a few wineries over the years, but this one truly stood out. I loved how unique and creative the wines were. They weren't afraid to offer something different, with wines like Corn Cob, Daylily, and Rose Petal Tea. I know some of those might sound unusual, but they're absolutely worth trying with an open mind. My personal favorite was the Blackberry Truffle--it was unlike anything I've ever tasted and, without question, the bottle I couldn't leave without. One thing I also appreciated was that they had beer available for anyone in the group who isn't a wine drinker, making it a place everyone can enjoy. More than anything, what made this visit so memorable wasn't just the wine--it was the people. You can tell there's a lot of heart behind this winery, and that kind of hospitality is something you don't forget. If you ever find yourself in Bardstown, I can't recommend McIntyre & Family Winery enough. It ended up being one of the highlights of our trip, and I already know we'll be back.

It has been a few years since we last visited, but this was probably our fourth or fifth time…read morestopping in here. My husband and I love stopping in here when we are near Bardstown because it is so different from your typical winery. All of their wines are made from the berries, fruit, etc that they are named after and not with grapes, so it is always fun to try the different wines they offer. We brought our friends with us this time since we were all on our way to Heaven Hill for a distillery tour together. They had a fun time for their first visit and we both ended up purchasing a bottle of their corn cob wine (we also got a semi-sweet cranberry wine). Shannon (or maybe her name was Sharon) was so friendly and kept us laughing with jokes during our tasting. She gave us some tips on what wines paired well together or with a cocktail. She also told us how long some of the wines take to make, where they source some of their berries, etc. Can't wait until our next visit!

We attended a, "Murder Mystery," dinner! The afternoon began with a wine tasting, and then we sat…read morewith the three other couples and got to know each other! The evening flew by! The bed and breakfast Inn is very well staged with beautiful antique furniture in every bedroom! We play out the mystery while eating dinner!

A few changes since the last time I was at this winery…read more First off - NEW OWNERS! The previous owner had passed away and his wife sold the property and winery. They were lovely people and based on my recent visit, sold to lovely people. Onto the wines - I believe it was $8 for 6 wines. I had a hard time narrowing down their choices to just 6 as everything sounded so good. The Vidal blanc was the first wine the new owners had completed from start to finish and it was absolutely lovely. They had a delicious selection of dry reds as well. The Kentucky roots was my favorite in this section. The cab was smooth as well. We ended up sitting on their patio and had several bottles of the summer nights. We all had a hard time picking out wines to take home. Needless to say, we will be coming back as the future seems bright for this family and the winery.

For a tasting, you get 6 1.5 oz for $12. This is a bit more than other wineries but the wine was…read moregood. Mary Kay was amazing and so friendly. In my head, the wine was so much more syrupy than it actually was. BlackBerry remained a group favorite. The strawberry was also delicious. Love the new space as it has plenty of space to hang out for a bit instead of being cramped. They also have an extended bar with bourbon and beer options. Definitely more likely to return than previous visits.

Very friendly people really down to earth. The bar is very nice and although we seen a few wine…read moresnobs leave the tasting was great. Give this place a chance you won't be disappointed!!

We had the best time at Heaven Hill's 4th of July picnic! Great food, drinks, and such a fun…read moreatmosphere. We also loved spending time at the upstairs bar. Huge shout-out to Davis (green braided hair)! She was somehow everywhere at once, replacing forks before we even realized we needed them, checking on the outdoor bar and tents, and still taking the time to stop by our table to make sure we were having a great day. She was incredibly friendly and seemed to be holding the whole event together. We were so impressed! We'll definitely be back!

Beautiful tasting room and gift store. The staff is so friendly…read more The drinks aren't too bad either We got a smash burger and salad. Really good food.

Great place and right around the corner. Make sure you look for the hidden reviews on the very…read morebottom of the page. Yelp likes to manipulate the reviews for different businesses. A shady practice that is censorship at its finest.

Leslie was awesome. Lots of good info and conversations…read more Very unique tour with lots of great stops and food! Everything was well coordinated. Drinks were really interesting and fit with the food and tour. Definitely recommend this tour

We love city tours. Walking tours, bike tours, food tours, bus tours. With limited time in a city,…read morethey're a great way to get a feel for the area and to pick out places you'd like to revisit. Heck, we've even taken tours in our own city! Very fun. This tour was no exception. We had a very enjoyable afternoon, got to see a lot of different things, learn a bit about the history of Louisville, and try some delicious foods. The format of this tour is as such: the bus drops you off at a location for 30-60 minutes, giving you time to explore while City Taste runs off to pick up food from a local eatery. When you get back on the bus, there's a taste (and a drink) to be eaten as you drive on to the next stop. The benefit of this is that you get to experience AND taste bits of Louisville, instead of one or the other. The drawback is that there is sometimes a bit of waiting around for the bus to return. On our tour, we stopped at Schimpffs candy shop, Churchill Downs (where we took a tour), Old Louisville, Louisville Slugger OR NULU (we were given an option), and the Belle of Louisville. Our favorite stop was Old Louisville by far. What a BEAUTIFUL area with such rich history! The food we had was fried green tomatoes, hush puppies, hot brown pizza, pulled pork and potato salad, and Derby Pie. All were delicious, but the particular favorites were the hush puppies and the hot brown pizza. Alongside came a variety of drinks... we weren't huge fans of the flavored beers and wines (vanilla, strawberry, etc.) but we liked the bourbon tastings, the bourbon coffee, and the mint julep at the end. For reference, the food quantity was enough to keep us mostly satisfied but not amounting to a full meal replacement. I wouldn't eat a huge lunch before you go, but I also wouldn't show up hungry. City Taste Tours was extremely accommodating and gracious to our family. I realize these tours aren't geared toward kids specifically, but they went out of their way to make it enjoyable for everyone on board. If you're looking for a tour that's a bit of everything, a "taste" of all tours, this is the one for you. It's quirky, fun, and a great way to spend an afternoon in Louisville. **One last thing I'd mention: we booked a private tour, mostly because we just didn't want to take away from anyone else's experience by bringing 6 kids along. We were surprised to find out after being picked up that the bus was picking up other riders as well. It honestly worked out TOTALLY fine - it was a great couple that came along with us - but I just mention this to warn someone who actually cares a lot about it being a private tour... you might want to double check that they don't somehow overlook your private reservation and add extra people to your group.

Horticulture is important. This little piece of recently added to the national conservation…read morehistoric site. It is a nonprofit dedicated to saving Americas most unique garden spaces . Originally a self sufficient farm space owned by Theodore Klein and his wife. It was a farm stead, now a whimsical garden with designated spaces for all sorts of horticultural plants and flowers. Many original flowers and plants that are native to Kentucky grow wild here. As a visitor to the park the flowers gardens and trees are labeled. You as the individual can see what local flora that you see in front of you. Many family friendly events take place here. What a beautiful space they have created for "you'l the visitor. This is a year round experience and many varieties of plants are offered for sale. Come and enjoy the experience and views of the beautiful gardens . Take home the value of spending time together walking and learning of the landscape and nature. The hiking and water trails are adorned for the nature lover. Come and visit today .

Although it's not a large botanical garden it has recently undergone some renovations that have…read moreadded to its beauty. Seeing the lovely flowers and plants is a joy. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Even as Covid has changed things and the membership fees have increased it's still a good value especially if you take advantage of the reciprocal privileges(free entry) at other member botanical gardens.

Couldn't be happier with the tour we got. We asked for smaller craft distilleries with character…read moreand passion, and that is exactly what we got. Came home with numerous bottles that I will be enjoying for a long time. Our guide, Jack, was great and made sure we enjoyed the experiences but also kept us on track. Couldn't recommend them more highly

5 stars isn't enough for Kentucky Bourbon Boys…read more We packed an unbelievable amount into two days without ever feeling rushed or stressed. Day one included Whiskey Thief, Woodford Reserve, and Buffalo Trace. Day two took us through Bardstown Bourbon Company, Maker's Mark, and Heaven Hill. Every stop offered something completely different, and the lunches planned in advance were outstanding. The weather was perfect, but the real difference-maker was our driver and guide, Jeff Ramsey. Jeff was knowledgeable, funny, professional, always on time, and genuinely made the trip memorable. We do a lot of tours and experiences like this, and Jeff was simply the best guide we've had anywhere. Everything was seamless from start to finish. I won't book with any other group for future Bourbon Trail trips.