From Vineyard to Website: A New Way to Experience Iowa Wine
Get ready to uncork a new experience with the Iowa wine scene. We are thrilled to announce the launch of our brand new website, drinkiowawine.com! Your go-to resource for all things Iowa wine, the new site features an email sign-up for our monthly newsletter, a blog with the latest news, a calendar of events, a "find a winery near you" feature, the Iowa Wine Passport program, and an online shop.
Delicious Iowa Wine Pairings and Featured Sips
The Iowa wine community continues to offer a range of tastes for every palate and occasion.
At the 2025 Iowa State Fair Commercial Wine Competition, Oscar Carl Vineyard's Maréchal Foch Reserve took home the prestigious Best of Show Dry Red award. This elegant wine pairs beautifully with grilled steak, whether it's a filet, ribeye, or New York Strip. It also complements steak kabobs, baked potatoes, grilled vegetables, and red-sauced pasta with meat. For an appetizer, we recommend a classic caprese salad with fresh basil, ripe garden tomatoes, mozzarella, and a good balsamic glaze to start your meal.
For a fun twist on your next visit, check out the team at Fireside Winery! They recently shared a video reel demonstrating how to make their brand new Almond Apple Mimosa and the fan-favorite Campfire Mule. These signature drinks are available in their tasting room all season long. Cheers! 🥂
Start Sippin'. Check In. Get Rewarded!
Your thirst for adventure starts here with the Iowa Wine, Beer and Distillery Passports. Track your progress with these personalized, mobile-exclusive passports and support locally owned wineries, breweries, and distilleries.
To sweeten the deal, the Iowa Wine, Beer and Spirits Promotion Board is offering prizes you can earn by checking in to any business listed in the three passports, and you earn extra points by redeeming available deals and offers!
It’s free to sign up and the more wineries, breweries and distilleries you visit, the more points you’ll earn toward prizes!
For more details on the Iowa Wine, Beer and Spirits Passports click here.
Featured wineries on Travel Iowa
This month Travel Iowa featured five Iowa wineries with great fall views! If you're looking to explore some of the state's best wineries, here are five of our favorites, all of which offer breathtaking views and award-winning wines:
Madison County Winery (Saint Charles): Stop by for a wine tasting, then relax around the fire pit, beneath the Pergola or on the stadium seating grass to admire the breathtaking views. Pair your wine with a delectable treat like a cheese and meat or chocolate platter to complete the experience.
Park Farm Winery (Durango): Nestled in the rolling hills of Iowa's Driftless Region, this family-owned winery is just 20 minutes from Dubuque. Enjoy their handcrafted wines, delicious wood-fired pizza, and a cozy tasting room while taking in the views of their 11-acre farm.
PromiseLand Winery (Guttenberg): Located in Guttenberg, PromiseLand Winery offers complimentary wine samples, live music, and five on-site boutiques. Sip on some wine on their patio or by the cozy indoor fire, all while enjoying scenic views of their courtyards and vineyard.
Wide River Winery (Clinton, LeClaire or the Village of East Davenport): With three locations along the Mississippi River, Wide River Winery offers comfortable tasting rooms and scenic outdoor decks. The Clinton location, in particular, boasts stunning views of the river and the vibrant fall foliage.
TYCOGA Winery (De Witt): What started as just 50 plants has grown into a 26-acre vineyard. TYCOGA Winery offers over 20 types of award-winning wines, which you can enjoy with an artisanal wood-fired pizza on their patio overlooking the expansive vineyard.
Winneshiek Wildberry Winery (Decorah): Situated on a 160-year-old family farm, this winery outside of Decorah specializes in fruit and Midwestern grape table wines. Enjoy an impressive selection of award-winning wines and delicious food pairings like flatbread pizza, salads, and sandwiches.
Ready to dive into the best of what Iowa wine has to offer? Whether you’re planning your next wine-tasting road trip, searching for a locally-made award-winner like the Maréchal Foch Reserve, or just looking to earn prizes while exploring the state's beautiful wineries, the new drinkiowawine.com is your essential resource. Grab your passport, hit the road to visit gems like Park Farm or TYCOGA, and raise a glass to the growing, vibrant spirit of Iowa wine country!