About Iowa Wine
Iowa wine is special and unique in its very own way, thanks to the varietals of grapes that are used to produce the wines made in our state. Iowa vineyards grow what is known as cold-hardy grapes, which are grapes specifically tailored to our region's climate. These aren't your standard 'been around the block a time or two", mass-market wines being made here in Iowa - they're fresh, fruitier and less tannic varietals such as Brianna, Vignoles, Frontenac and Marechal Foch, handcrafted in styles that will blow your tastebuds away.
Iowa wineries are making award-winning wines from exciting new grapes that many mainstream consumers have yet to experience - all the more reason to plan your next weekend adventure visiting Iowa wineries for a relaxing, friendly and downright fun time! So plan your next staycation exploring Iowa’s nearly 100 wineries across the state and the different styles and varietals they offer to find YOUR new favorite wine.
Soldier Creek Winery, Ft. Dodge
Iowa Wine? Yes, And It's Kind of a Big Deal
(Originally published June 4, 2018 on Food & Wine)
With more than 100 wineries and a regional audience that can't seem to get enough, there are a ton of Iowa wines to try, right now—but where do you start?