Door County 2009 Visitor Guide - (Page 58) Recreation It’s not Napa Valley, but it may be as close as it gets anywhere in the Midwest. With several small, independent wineries on the Door Peninsula, the region is host to more than any other area in Wisconsin. Door County’s notoriety as a top-notch wine-producing region has spread like wildfire in recent years. Whether it’s wines made from the local harvest of cherries and grapes, or serious blends using grapes and wines imported from California, Door County is a burgeoning wine-lovers locale. The best way to get acquainted? Visit the wineries for a tasting! Gather your friends or a loved one and tour one of our seven award-winning wineries. Imagine WINERIES & BREWERIES sipping merlot in front of a roaring fire while overlooking fields of vines - or laughing with friends in the garden while sampling wines produced with the fruit of the orchards that surround you. From harvest festivals to outdoor blues concerts, many wineries boast special events that make your visit to their establishment one to remember. On summer afternoons your pilgrimage is often accompanied by live music in the vineyard at select wineries. All Door County wineries offer shipping to get your purchases home safely, as well as online purchasing, enabling you to enjoy the taste of Door County year-round. - Myles Dannhausen, Jr. & ina oettcher W B ■ CHERRY HUT 8813 Hwy 42, Fish Creek, 920-868-3406, www.doorcountycherryhut.com Just south of Fish Creek on Hwy 42 is Door County’s original roadside market featuring a full wine tasting bar. Enjoy free sampling of over 30 wines, Fish Creek Olive Oil and several cherry beverages. See ad page 82. Simon Creek ■ DOOR PENINSULA WINERY ✦ 5806 Hwy 42, Carlsville/Sturgeon Bay, 800-551-5049, 920-743-7431, dcwine.com Door County’s oldest and largest winery features guided tours and free wine tasting of over 50 fruit, varietal-fruit blend, and premium grape wines. Shop for wine accessories, gifts and gourmet foods. See ad page 57. ■ ORCHARD COUNTRY WINERY & MARKET ✦ 1/2 Mi. south of Fish Creek on Hwy 42, 920-868-3479, www.orchardcountry.com Family owned winery, orchard, and vineyard. Market featuring wine tasting, cheese, cider, bakery, and many cherry products. Fresh fruit or pick your own. Sleigh rides, gift baskets, and online shopping. See ad page 59. ■ SHIPWRECKED RESTAUR ANT, BREWERY AND INN ✦ 7791 Egg Harbor Rd., Egg Harbor, 920-868-2767, 888-868-2767, www.shipwreckedmicrobrew.com Shipwrecked is Door County’s only microbrew. Enjoy patio seating or join us inside to view the brew house while you enjoy the pub. The Inn features eight non-smoking guest rooms with private baths. See ad page 68. ■ SIMON CREEK WINERY ✦ 5896 Bochek Rd., Sturgeon Bay/Jacksonport www.SimonCreekVineyard.com, 920-746-9307 “The Ultimate Experience in Door County Wineries.” Award winning winery. Free tours & tastings. Live music! (Check out our website for the 2009 season schedule) 10 miles north of Sturgeon Bay. See ad page 59. © MIKE ROEMER 58 The Official Door County Visitor Guide http://www.doorcountycherryhut.com http://www.dcwine.com http://www.orchardcountry.com http://www.shipwreckedmicrobrew.com http://www.SimonCreekVineyard.com
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