The rich, fertile soils of Southeast Nebraska are prime territory for grape growing, as evidenced by the many vineyards and wineries established in this area -- some of them having been around for decades, others relatively new.
Nebraska City's annual Wine Under the Pines Festival seeks to celebrate this rich wine heritage and it's bright future by bringing together some of the best wine producers (and beer producers) in the Southeast Nebraska region.
Meet a few of the participating partners in this year's Wine Under the Pines festival:
Kimmel Orchard & Vineyard, Nebraska City, Nebraska
The host vineyard of Wine Under the Pines, Kimmel Orchard & Vineyard has spent years researching the varietals that thrive best in Southeast Nebraska, with an expanding fleet of reds, whites, and fruit wines as tasty evidence.
Arbor Day Farm, Nebraska City, Nebraska
Fertile rolling hills and warm Nebraska sunshine set the stage for award-winning wines produced at Arbor Day Farm. A focus on sustainability reflects the heritage of this 260-acre property, once the original estate of J. Sterling Morton, the founder of National Arbor Day.
Nebraska Brewing Company, Papillion, Nebraska
Locally owned and operated, Nebraska Brewing Company's mission is "to serve you with style" by pairing unique hand-crafted ales with great food. NBC's Chef Adam Graybill returns to Wine Under the Pines for a third time, providing an always-tasty cooking demonstration for standing-room-only crowds.
Deer Springs Winery, Lincoln, Nebraska
Deer Springs Winery is Lincoln’s award-winning winery nestled in a quiet country setting just minutes away from the city. Since opening to the public in 2007, Deer Springs takes great pride in producing balanced, flavorful, & approachable wines which have won medals in both national and international wine competitions.
Schilling Bridge Winery & Microbrewery, Pawnee City, Nebraska
Bridging the gap between the wine connoisseur and the beer enthusiast, Schilling Bridge of Pawnee City, Nebraska, offers locally-produced, award-winning wines and hand-crafted microbrews while creating a memorable experience for all.
Whiskey Run Creek Vineyard and Winery, Brownville, Nebraska
Whiskey Run Creek Vineyard and Winery is a new company steeped in century old traditions. Between the 100-year-old barn relocated to span the creek, to the turn-of-the-century all brick caves, Whiskey Run Creek is an engaging escape as well as a provider of wines and gifts.
Convinced you want to come to Wine Under the Pines yet? Then print the admission discount coupon and we'll see you on August 7, 2010, at Kimmel Orchard & Vineyard, Nebraska City.
