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Unleashing Hope

Unleashing Hope

Saturday, May 18th, 2024

Learn more about our fundraiser on May 18th to support Ketchum’s Got Your Six, an organization that provides training for service dogs to Wisconsin Veterans suffering from PTSD.

Enjoy our exclusive Red, White, & Blue Whiskey, Live Music, Delicious Food, and Beverages.

Uncorking Stories: Welcome to Wollersheim Radio!

Uncorking Stories: Welcome to Wollersheim Radio!

Craving a deeper connection with the people behind your favorite wine & spirits? Wollersheim Radio is your invitation into the Wollersheim family, sharing stories, history, and secrets in a fun and informative podcast.

Wollersheim’s Legacy: Philippe & Céline

Wollersheim’s Legacy: Philippe & Céline

As a family-run business with a rich tradition of crafting exceptional wines and spirits. Philippe, our esteemed winemaker, has built a legacy of excellence which his daughter, Céline Coquard-Lenerz, will carry forward. Céline’s vision and expertise will guide Wollersheim into the future while honoring its heritage.

Wollersheim Bistro & Vintage Brewing Dinner

Wollersheim Bistro & Vintage Brewing Dinner

Delighteful bites paired with exquisite Wollersheim wines & Vintage beers, guided by winemaker & brewmaster insights, all under Chef Romain’s culinary expertise. Click to savor the evening’s highlights!

Port Wine Celebration

Thank you so much to everyone who journeyed to join us for our cherished annual Port Wine Celebration. We appreciate the time you spent with us, creating lasting memories. To relive the magic, here are a few of our favorite shots from the day.

Wollersheim: A Year in Reflection

Wollersheim: A Year in Reflection

We reflect on a transformative 2023—triumphs over challenges, a historic collaboration with the Green Bay Packers, and the release of Family Reserve Wisconsin Bourbon. From vineyard resilience to distillery advancements, our journey unfolds. Click to discover the highlights, including an iconic Lambeau Field bar, bistro transformations, and more. Cheers to a wonderful year.

Festive Fridays at Wollersheim

Festive Fridays at Wollersheim

Experience Festive Fridays at Wollersheim Winery, Distillery, and Bistro!

Join the holiday magic on December 1st, 8th, and 15th, 12 pm to 8 pm.

Read more for details on the Bistro, live music lineup, tastings, and more.

Cheers to the season! 🍷

Reflections on the 2023 Harvest Season at Wollersheim Winery

Reflections on the 2023 Harvest Season at Wollersheim Winery

As we reflect on the challenges and triumphs of the 2023 harvest season, it’s clear that “normal” is a concept we must redefine continually. We’ve witnessed extremes, from the heavy rains of 2017 and 2018 to the drought that defined this past year.

Wollersheim Joins Forces with Packers

Wollersheim Joins Forces with Packers

Elevate the game day experience at Lambeau Field and celebrate the spirit of Wisconsin

As Wisconsin’s own Wollersheim Winery and the Green Bay Packers embark on this extraordinary journey together, we invite all fans and wine enthusiasts to raise a glass to toast the spirit of camaraderie, tradition, and shared passion.

Freeze Q&A with Our Winemakers

Freeze Q&A with Our Winemakers

Hear from Philippe and Céline Winemakers about the recent freeze event.

* Which wines will be affected?

* When will the supply be affected?

* What does the future look like?

Bistro Remodel is Complete!

Bistro Remodel is Complete!

Open daily from 12 pm to 3 pm

We’re excited to announce we have completed the Wollersheim Bistro remodeling project! Our bistro is now open on the main level of the vintage winery, and we couldn’t be happier with the results.

Ruby Nouveau Released

Ruby Nouveau Released

Ruby Nouveau 2022 is now available!

Our Ruby Nouveau is Wisconsin’s version of a Beaujolais Nouveau, traditionally released in France on the third Thursday each November. Ruby Nouveau is made from our estate-grown Maréchal Foch grapes and Winemaker Philippe follows the traditional methods of whole berry fermentation of his home region.

A New Wollersheim Wine Has Arrived – St. Pepin!

A New Wollersheim Wine Has Arrived – St. Pepin!

Made from the highly acclaimed cold climate American hybrid varietal St. Pepin, from which the wine is named, the estate-grown dry white wine has notes of minerals, chalky soil, and stone fruits. Unlike many white wines, St. Pepin is aged for 6 months in French Oak barrels within our historic limestone cellars.

Single Barrel Rye Wins National Gold

Single Barrel Rye Wins National Gold

A group of more than 30 expert judges evaluated over 400 spirits from 37 states and Washington, D.C. The judging panel awarded only 15 Gold medals, along with 104 Silver and 159 Bronze medals.

Now Available: Wollersheim Ice Wine 2021 Vintage

Now Available: Wollersheim Ice Wine 2021 Vintage

Now available, Wollersheim Ice Wine 2021 Vintage!

Our “Nectar of the Vines” is made from our St Pepin grapes frozen on the vines, capturing the sweet fall essences and concentrated grape flavors.

Scarlet Fumé is back!

Scarlet Fumé is back!

Made from a blend of premium red grapes, Scarlet Fumé is characterized by the intense aromas of luscious cherries and sun-splashed violets. The palate is bright and balanced with a smooth finish and an eye-pleasing ruby hue color.

Click to learn more about Scarlet Fumé or to place your order today.

12 Things You May Not Know

12 Things You May Not Know

If you’ve lived in Madison for a long time or even a short one, chances are you’ve run into the name “Wollersheim Winery” at a restaurant, event or grocery story. Wollersheim Winery & Distillery, located in nearby Prairie du Sac, has made a name for itself in the community, and 2022 marks the 50th anniversary for the winery.

From Madison Magazine

Leaves Are Falling. New Releases Are Calling.

Leaves Are Falling. New Releases Are Calling.

With the changing of the seasons and a successful Wisconsin harvest now behind us, we are looking forward to our upcoming slate of new releases, new menus, and the first taste of the 2021 vintage.

Our Annual Wisconsin Grape Harvest

Our Annual Wisconsin Grape Harvest

We are pleased to share that we have completed another successful grape harvest, excluding a field of Ice Wine grapes, which will be picked in winter when the temperatures are well below freezing.

Click read more below and to read further and to see video from our harvest.

The Mighty Oak’s Historic Life

The Mighty Oak’s Historic Life

Despite our family’s vast efforts to preserve it, our Burr oak present on the Wollersheim logo, also known around the winery as our Mighty Oak, has reached the end of its historic life.

Just Released: Wisconsin Ice Wine

Just Released: Wisconsin Ice Wine

Released May 5th. For those who may not be familiar with Ice Wine, it is a truly special wine that is unlike anything else. The highly concentrated juice is pressed from the frozen grapes, and then fermented slowly to produce an intensely sweet and concentrated wine that is like liquid honey. We like to call it our Nectar of the Vines.

Scarlet Fumé Coming April 8th

Scarlet Fumé Coming April 8th

Thirty-three years after introducing Prairie Fumé, Wollersheim Winery is releasing Scarlet Fumé, a red wine rendition of Wisconsin’s most popular wine, on April 8, 2021.

New Releases from Wollersheim Distillery

New Releases from Wollersheim Distillery

Wollersheim Distillery just released three unique spirits on January 29, 2021. The spirits are available in our store and online at wollersheim.com for local pick up. 

Wollersheim Ice Wine Harvest 2020

Wollersheim Ice Wine Harvest 2020

For those who may not be familiar with Ice Wine, it is a truly special wine that is unlike anything else. The highly concentrated juice is pressed from the frozen grapes, and then fermented slowly to produce an intensely sweet and concentrated wine that is like liquid honey. We like to call it our Nectar of the Vines.