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Among the rolling hillsides of Colerain Township sits Vinoklet Winery, Hamilton County’s only working winery. Founder Kreso Mikulic planted the first seeds back in 1986 and watched his creation grow to include more than 30,000 vines over 30-plus acres. The winery currently produces 13 red, white, and fruit varietals, including the dry white Tears of Joy, which took home the gold in the 2019 Ohio State Wine Competition. ♦ 11069 Colerain Ave., Colerain Twp. (513) 385-9309
This winery is all about special touches: Wines named after the owners’ grandchildren. Bottles printed with personalized labels for that special occasion. A name derived from a crooked Sycamore tree that winemaker John Keller and his wife Charnie would pass on every trip to the property. Plus, wine tastings on the third Saturday of (almost) every month. ♦ 7405 Industrial Row Dr., Mason, (513) 204-6060
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This small winery near East Fork Lake has been making wine by hand since 2015 using both local and West Coast grapes. Winemaker and operator Bruce Murch invites customers to pack a picnic and relax on the covered deck or wander the grounds while enjoying one of its varietals or blends. ♦ 3834 Fulton Grove Rd., Withamsville, (513) 275-8368
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Delectable handcrafted small-batch wines put this tiny but mighty urban winery on the map. Since opening in 2016, the Revel team has earned 10 medals at the Cincinnati International Wine Festival, including golds for its sangiovese, Black Sheep Blanc, and malbec. Plus, the winery’s frequent events, live performances, and social gatherings make it a great place to hang out with friends while sharing a bottle or two. ♦ 111 E. 12th St., Over-the-Rhine, (513) 579-9463
Nearly hidden on an Anderson Township hillside, this micro-vineyard salutes Greater Cincinnati’s winemaking past. Eric and Lauren Lombardo produce just two wines, Laurentia, a blend of pinot grigio and vidal blanc, and Carlotta, a Bordeaux-style blend. While there is no tasting room onsite, you can find Seconda Volta at Market Wines at Findlay Market, Country Fresh Farm Market, or Water Tower Fine Wines. ♦ 334 Bishopsbridge Dr., Anderson Twp.
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This woman-owned winery helps you drink local by crafting unique wines from largely forgotten American heritage grapes. The company focuses on revitalizing regional growing and paying homage to the city’s history of urban wine production. Sample the dry grape-to-glass wines in the cozy-yet-industrial tasting lounge. ♦ 38 W. McMicken Ave., Over-the-Rhine, (513) 918-3015
Fifty years in, Valley Vineyards entered a new era last fall with Matt Cox and Rachel Sackenheim taking over as its owners. The popular spot continues to host grill nights, live music, and more within an expanded dining area, added pavilions, and a new stage, all to provide an elevated experience that includes a wine dinner in partnership with Golden Lamb. ♦ 2276 US-22, Morrow, (513) 899-2485
Woodstone Creek Winery & Distillery
Part winery, part meadery, part distillery, Woodstone Creek is Ohio’s first licensed microdistillery, handcrafting everything from fruit wines and honey-based meads to bourbon, whiskey, gin, and vodka. Adventurous drinkers will appreciate the constantly changing lineup and the opportunity to sample wine and spirits under one roof without sacrificing quality or craftsmanship. ♦ 4712 Vine St., St. Bernard, (513) 569-0300
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