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Made in MN: Three Great Minnesota Wine Brands
When you think of where wine comes from, where is the place that comes to mind? Mabe Italy, France, Spain, or...
It’s no secret that Minnesota has grown to produce lots of craft beer — and we’re getting attention around the nation because of it. But let’s not leave out a growing scene that has roots all around our fine state: Minnesota wineries.
You may think that the north Midwestern climate is too cold and often too humid to grow grapes like the world-renowned vines in dry, arid climates like Italy, France, California, and Argentina. Though our colder climate is harsh for many grape varieties, thanks to the research and perseverance of the University of Minnesota, we are ripe for a few cold-hardy hybrid grape varieties. That includes one of the state’s most important grapes: Frontenac.
But are they any good? We say the best way to find out is to drink Minnesota-grown wines for yourself and see what you enjoy. There are a surprising number of wineries across our state to choose from. Work your way through Haskell’s custom-made ultimate list of Minnesota wineries, and you’ll find many unexpected varieties based in scenic locations around our beautiful state.
Start with a few reliable local favorites and up-and-comers included on our Minnesota wineries map:
At Haskell’s, we highly encourage you to visit these MN wineries, take in the vineyard sights, and sip lots of different grape varietals to get a sense of the Minnesota wine palate. If you need to save time, take the shortcut: browse local wines instantly by shopping online or visiting any of our Haskell’s locations around the Twin Cities.
Hit the Waconia Jackpot: Since they’re so close, plan a day to visit Schram Vineyards Winery, Parley Lake Winery, Deardoff Orchards and Vineyard, and The Vineyard at Sovereign Estate. Bonus: Venture up to Woodland Hill Winery in Delano and Buffalo Rock Winery in Buffalo.
Follow the River: Start with Cannon River Winery in Cannon Falls, followed by Falconer Vineyards and Flower Valley Vineyard & Winery in Red Wing, then Lake Pepin Winery in Lake City.
Save this Haskell’s List of Minnesota Wineries on Google Maps to use on your next wine tasting adventure.
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