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Best Wineries Near Chicago

Written by Jon Lindley Agustin | May 22, 2018 8:38:31 PM

Some of the best wineries in the US are found in Illinois. Illinois has always had some of the most conducive environments to grow scrumptious wines. So no need to go too far. Sit back, hang tight, and let us serve you some of our picks for the best wineries near Chicago.


Acquaviva Winery

47W614 Route 38, Maple Park, IL

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Enjoy a delicious glass of wine (or two) while overlooking the charming and idyllic setting of Acquaviva Winery. This winery has some of the award-winning wines that Illinois love. Apart from their beautiful winery and restaurant, they also have a magnificent gift shop, as well as a bed and breakfast. They also offer 3 tour options to the public. 

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Famous Fossil Vineyard & Winery

395 W Cedarville Rd, Freeport, IL
 

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 Famous Fossil Vineyard & Winery aims to highlight the beauty, the climate, and the culture that Illinois exudes. Combine that with the care and commitment of their staff, plus the laughter and love their consumers have for their wine, Famous Fossil Vineyard & Winery makes one of the best wineries near Chicago. Check out their array of red, white, and fruit wines.

 

Fox Valley Winery

5600 US Route 34, Oswego, Illinois

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Just west of Chicago, lies the creators of some of the most unique fine wines of Illinois, Fox Valley Winery. Their winery specializes in crafting award-winning wines by hand. Choose either red or white, dry or sweet, they will have that perfect wine that excites the tastes buds. They too offer public wine tastings and host special events.

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Lynfred Winery

15 South Roselle Road, Roselle, IL

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Lynfred Winery is the oldest winery in Illinois. This sophisticated winery has produced more than 50 varietals and have made more than 2000 cases of fine wine each year. They offer visitors private winery tours with tastings, as well as, a membership for their wine club.

Lynfred is also a B&B that showcases aristocratic rooms with fireplaces. It also has a gift shop, with arrays of products to choose from.

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Mary Michelle Winery

Route 2, Box 7A,Carrollton, IL

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 Taste the pride of Illinois. Taste the delectable wines from Mary Michelle Winery. Mary Michelle Winery aims to produce world class and affordable wines that are locally grown. They grow 4 varieties of grapes that have created some of the best wines in Chicagoland.

 

Massbach Ridge Winery

8837 S Massbach Rd, Elizabeth, IL 61028, USA

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For more than a decade, Massbach Ridge Winery has been creating fabulous wines that anyone can love. They have various styles of wines, which some of them have garnered awards for. Massbach Ridge Winery offers tours and tastings for anyone who wants to sample their wines and relax in a simple, laid-back atmosphere.

 

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Prairie State Winery

222 W Main St, Genoa, IL

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Prairie State Winery crafts some of the highest quality wines around Chicago. These wines are from 100% Illinois-grown-and-bred grapes. With their grapes’ distinct flavors and aromas combined with nature’s best ingredients, it produces one-of-a-kind tasting wines that tantalize the palate. Prairie State Winery’s wines have bagged numerous medals, awards, and distinctions.

 

Wild Blossom Meadery and Winery

9030 S Hermitage, Chicago, IL

 

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Wild Blossom Meadery & Winery has been in the winemaking scene for more than 30 years. They are well-known in Chicago as local producers of wine and mead. Their meads are among the most sustainably-produced beverages in the world. You might ask, what is a mead? Check out their answer.

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Valentino Vineyards & Winery

5175 Aptakisic Rd, Long Grove, IL

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Valentino Vineyards & Winery grows over 20 different varieties of grapevines that produces 20 types of wines, and are bottled in their 20-acre estate. See their various wines
here.

Apart from wine, they also offer wine tastings and tours, as well as wine appreciation seminars. Please visit their website to know more.

 

More Wine Please!

Still can’t get enough of wine? These best wineries near Chicago are just some of the known vintners in Illinois. Actually, there are a lot more great wineries than what we are able to cover in this article. So feel free to use this list, but please drop by any shop, bar, winery and vineyard in Illinois and you will instantly know why this city is among the best places for growing, making, and enjoying wine.

If you like, you can check out our articles about wine, like 5 Reasons Why You Should Go To A Wine Tasting or if you are looking for cool ideas on how to connect and make memories with wine, click here for the article.

More wine articles like these and other interesting readings are always on www.besocialscene.com. Or if you are feeling adventurous, head out to one of our wine, tequila, or whiskey tasting events. For more information, see our FB event page.

 

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Jon Lindley Agustin

Professional Content Writer

Social Scene

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