JOHN ERNEST VINEYARD WINE LIST

 *DENOTES NATIVE IOWA WINES.

All of our wines are $13.00 per bottle, EXCEPT, the Lincoln Highway Red, which sells for $12.00 per bottle , the Bohemie Blush Rosé, which sells for $10.00 per bottle and the new Mainline Red, which sells for $15.00.

***The wine list starts with our most dry wine and descends sweeter as you go down the list!

DRY WINES

 *Mainline Red Reserve NEW flavor!!! - This dark, red wine with subtle spice, vanilla and cherry notes has been aged in a French oak barrel for one year. A blend of 50% GR7, 25% St. Croix and 25% Frontenac wines, comparable to a light bodied Cabernet.

*Iowa Sunset - A special edition, dry, red wine with nice red color, a fruity taste and a smooth finish made 100% from our Marechal Foch grapes.

 Pinot Noir - A balanced palate of ripe fruit and sweet French oak precede a finish that lingers nicely.  An excellent wine to pair with all types of food.

 *La Crosse - A well-balanced and crisp white wine with a fruity finish. Comparable to a Seyval Blanc. Great with seasoned chicken and salads.

 Merlot - A wonderful, dry red wine with a light, oak finish.  Serve at room temperature. Great with beef and pizza.

 SEMI-SWEET WINES

*Ernest Delight - A semi-sweet red wine with subtle hints of dark berry undertones, made 100% from our St. Croix grapes. This wine stands well alone.

Lincoln Highway Red - A blend of our Marechal Foch and Merlot wines. Medium bodied with a semi-sweet taste. Great with a hearty meal. Great for a gift!

*Silver Medal Winner with the 2009 Indy International Wine Competition

*Morning Dew - Made 100% from our St. Pepin grapes, this semi-sweet,white wine has a fruity aroma with highlights of citrus flavoring. Comparable to a fruity Riesling.  Great with fresh fruit, sushi and pork chops. 

*Double Gold Medal Winner with the 2009 Appellation American Wine Competition

*Bronze Medal Winner with the 2009 Mid-American Wine Competition

 *Willow Mist - A crisp, white wine that’s golden white in color with a nice pear-like finish, made 100% from our Edelweiss grapes. Comparable to a fruity Pinot Grigio.

 SWEET WINES

 *Dusty Road - A well-balanced, clean and fruity sweet white wine made from 100% LaCrosse grapes grown in our vineyards.  Similar to Moscato di' Asti.

*Gold Medal Winner with the 2009 Appellation American Wine Competition

 River Bottom Red - An exotic blend of our St. Croix, Merlot and Riesling wines with a hint of Raspberry wine. It's a sweet, dessert wine that's great paired with any kind of chocolate. You'll just want to sit and sip.

 Timber Ridge Red NEW flavor!!! - A unique blend of Frontenac, Edelweiss and LaCrosse grapes.  This sweet, red wine has a subtle strawberry aroma and jammy flavor.

 *Hillside Heaven - Sweet and fruity rosé with deep blush coloring and bold Concord flavors, made from a blend of Concord and LaCrosse wines. 

*Gold Medal Winner with the 2009 Mid-American Wine Competition

*Bronze Medal Winner with the 2009 Indy International Wine Competition

 Bohemie Blush Rosé - Our own blend of rhubarb and blueberry wine.  It's a wonderful fruity and sweet wine that's best when served chilled.  Our sweetest wine by far. Comparable to a White Zinfandel.

 Cranberry - A tart wine that’s an excellent accompaniment to dessert. Or add some clear soda with some fresh cut fruit for a great spritzer! Can you imagine how tart this might be if we hadn't added sugar?

 "This vineyard and winery was created from the hearts of family, friends and the community."