allisonjv's Wine Journal
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Favorite States
| State | Your Reviews | Wineries in State | Percent | Progress |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Missouri Wineries | 80 | 125 | 64% |  |
| Nebraska Wineries | 7 | 36 | 19% |  |
| Louisiana Wineries | 1 | 6 | 16% |  |
| Arkansas Wineries | 1 | 8 | 12% |  |
| South Dakota Wineries | 2 | 24 | 8% |  |
| Indiana Wineries | 2 | 58 | 3% |  |
| Illinois Wineries | 2 | 103 | 1% |  |
| Oregon Wineries | 7 | 426 | 1% | |
Latest Winery Visits
Glacial Till Vineyard (added May 05, 2013)
Edg-Clif Farms & Vineyard (added May 05, 2013)
Viandel Vineyard (added May 05, 2013)
Red Fox Winery (added May 05, 2013)
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Latest Wine Journal Entries
Glacial Till Vineyard (written May 05, 2013)
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A fantastic little winery with a commanding view of the vineyard at the top of the tasting room. The very young winemaker is very capable at making supple wines there on site, including a Port. He's interested in branching out to include Cabernet Franc and potentially Norton, which is being done in a few places in Nebraska. The main tasting room is located in a nearby town, but this one opened up for us on a snowy winter's weekday in March, which was a real treat. The Chambourcin will age for a few years, but it's also a drink now wine.
Viandel Vineyard (written May 05, 2013)
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Located in a small little building along the highway, the main artery through this part of the Ozarks, Viandel is operated by a very enthusiastic gentleman who learned how to make wine through online courses. He's doing a fine job at making dry reds such as his Chambourcin. This small little Ozark outpost is the site of numerous parties and local gatherings. I especially appreciated that he was open in the middle of the week in the dead of winter 2012. Very earnest winemaker who is dedicated to perfecting his craft. The Chambourcin was full bodied and lightly oaked. It's earnest wineries like Viandel that make it such a pleasure to travel around Missouri in search of good wine.
Red Fox Winery (written May 05, 2013)
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A charming rural winery in an old barn that has been transformed into a nice little restaurant that serves as the local community's gathering place. I stopped in on a Friday afternoon and was charmed by the genuine staff at the tasting bar. The dry red wines were palatable but a little heavy. I enjoyed a glass of the Chambourcin and a great little hummus plate while being surrounded by locals and travelers alike enjoying the winery.
Cave Hollow West Winery (written May 05, 2013)
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This is a small operation near a show cave in Hannibal, serving as an outpost of West Winery in Macon. The dry reds are particularly nice, with the Norton weighing in as a smooth, lightly oaked number. I suspect this place becomes very crowded during special events and the small tasting bar may not hold as many folks as the attached restaurant. Like most newer wineries in Missouri today, Cave Hollow West also sells wine related gifts (hand painted glasses, tshirts, etc). It's a very scenic drive through the Mississippi River Hills and the wine makes it worth the trip.
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