You’ll find over 60 different types of wine in the Amana Colonies. Local vintners have been making wine for well over 150 years. Our wine production has its roots in Germany and has long been part of the culture. When our ancestors came to Iowa it was clear that the European grapes wouldn’t grow here so they began experimenting with other varietals and other fruits. Vineyards and orchards were common in each village and wine was made by the village winemaker and stored in the basements of the church. Each adult received an allotment on a monthly basis.
Today the wineries are private businesses and offer both fruit and traditional grape wines. Dry dinner wines and sweet dessert wines are available for sampling throughout the village of Amana. Walk into any of the wineries and you’ll be greeted with “Hello, would you like to try some wine?”. We encourage you to try several, it’s great fun.
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Situated along the Iowa Scenic Byway, family-owned Fireside Winery invites you to slow down, sip, and savor. Enjoy a glass of handcrafted wine or FireCider beneath the vine-covered veranda, wander our beautifully landscaped grounds, or strike up a conversation with new friends in the tasting room. With a wine (or cider!) to suit every palate and an experience for every mood, Fireside Winery is the perfect place to recharge, celebrate, or simply enjoy the moment. Whether you’re looking for a quiet escape from the hustle of daily life or a lively night filled with music, we welcome you to discover Read more...
Located in the historic Amana Colonies, Fireside Winery – Amana location – invites you to enjoy wine and hard cider sampling in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. Discover fun gifts and an excellent assortment of charcuterie provisions, then unwind with a light snack and a refreshing drink in our back room or wine garden. Fireside Winery produces nearly four dozen varieties of fruit and grape wines ranging from our Rhubarb and Blackberry wines to our estate grown Marquette and Brianna grapes. We offer a variety of tasting flights so you can experience the flavors of Iowa. From California to New York Read more...
Since 1973, the Krauss family has been producing fruit and berry wines. We feature over a dozen wines, including Cranberry, Raspberry, and Blackberry, as well as Rhubarb and Dandelion wines. Stop in for a free sample! Our gift shop features many different collectibles. Visit our craft corner, featuring many handmade items by local crafters, including item such as primative stitched pillows with cute quotes , CD clocks, doll clothes and much more. Read more...
WHITE CROSS CELLARS IS OPEN Located in the historic village of Amana, Iowa, White Cross Cellars is a new approach to the Amana Colonies wine industry. While the Amanas have long been famous for fruit wines, White Cross Cellars delivers a more traditional approach to the wines of the Amanas. We feature Award-winning wines from classic wine grapes as well as Midwestern varieties; producing wine in the European or California style. Our specialties are white wines reminiscent of the traditional German and French styles, along with red dinner wines designed for beef and Italian dishes. Our wines are available in Read more...
