Wineries
by state
With the passage of the Volstead Act in 1919, wine production in the U.S. ground to halt. Many wineries didn't survive to see Prohibition repealed in 1933. Others turned to fruit production, shipping to various markets and making small quantities of wine for family consumption.
Thankfully, the last two decades have seen a resurgence of activity in regional viniculture and winemaking. There are now hundreds of wineries throughout the Heart of America -- small family vineyards with their wares displayed and dispensed by family members, as well as large corporate operations with sophisticated production and bottling facilities.
Discover Mid-America's Wine Directory features more than 100 wineries. Some wineries date back to pre-Civil War days. Others bottled their first vintages within the last few years. Most have tasting room where you can sample their wares and ask questions about the winemaking process. Many have picnic facilities and sell cheese, fruit, bakery items as well as wine-related books, glasses, wine bottle racks, and openers. Wine tasting is a rewarding experience and well worth a trip.
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