Local Wineries

     Although its been awhile since I have posted anything, I have been to a couple of differe

Elks Wine Trail

Well our wine """ Elks Wine Trail" was quite a success! Even though the weather was rainy, we were determined to have a good time. We were able to visit 3 wineries. Our first winery was Vahling's Vineyards. A small winery located on a small farm, makes for a very peaceful setting. The tasted many great wines & sat outside to enjoy a few bottles of wine.
Out next stop was Willow Ridge Winery, located in Hibdon Il. This winery is also in the country. Their beautiful tasting room, has a relaxed atmosphere. They also have a larger room where they sometime have great music for you listening pleasure! We had a lot of fun here laughing & sharing great stories! Our third & last winery we visited was Niemerg's Family Winery in Il. This winery is located in a former grocery store. This beautiful old building makes for a great place for a winery! The Niemerg family has done a great job renovating this old building

Sunday Day Trip

     Last October we once again headed to Shelbyville Il., to Willow Ridge Winery.  We brought along some friends of ours who had never been their.   That afternoon they had an Acoustic Country Guitar Singer.  Willow Ridge Winery usually has some great entertainment about once or twice a month.  This young singer was fun to listen to, we had a great time singing along, while we drank some great wine.  We always see a lot of people we know when we are their, which make the visit all the more enjoyable!

      In the later part of November, we brought another couple along to the winery.  Willow Ridge was there "Holiday Open House".  Along with their great wine, they had a wide variety of snacks & finger food.  We sat back & enjoyed the music of "Bottled Up".  This 3 piece band is one of our favorite bands that we like to listed to.  With their relaxed style of music, they like to get a lot of audience participation.  So you are sure to have a great time!

                                                                                                                        Cheers!

                                                                                                                        Donna