America's commercial wine industry was born right here in Kentucky more than 200 years ago. Today, winemaking is a robust and growing industry, with about 100,000 cases (or 200,000 gallons) of wine coming out of Kentucky each year.
Whether you’re a beginner or an aficionado, you can experience Kentucky’s wine culture from vine to bottle with tours, tastings, food pairings and live entertainment at our more than 65 vineyards and wineries. A number of them are tucked away in the picturesque setting of Kentucky’s bluegrass countryside, an experience that’s as easy on the eyes as it is the taste buds. Plan your visit, buy a bottle or two and learn all about this homegrown Kentucky craft.
Kentucky's Northern Kentucky River Region Trip Ideas
Riverfront communities thrive in this region perched on the northern tip of Kentucky and bordered by the Ohio River. Stroll through cities and towns – large and small – bursting with charm to find family attractions, historical locations, craft distilleries, wineries and natural attractions. Below we’ve highlighted a few of the many towns and attractions in the region to help you plan your next road trip!
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