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Alto Vineyards

Shawnee Hills·Alto Pass, IL

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Alto Vineyards is a family-owned winery in Southern Illinois, founded by Guy Renzaglia in 1982. The winery has deep roots in tradition, family, and community, with over 1000 awards for its wines at the state, national, and international levels. Alto Vineyards serves its finely-crafted wines with artful events and entertainment at two spacious tasting rooms in Alto Pass and Champaign, offering a wide variety of wines from sweet to dry, red to white. The winery is known for its Italian heritage, with Guy Renzaglia recreating his homeland by starting the first vineyard and winery in the Shawnee Hills. With over three decades of experience, Alto Vineyards has developed a rich history and legacy in Illinois winemaking, with a team of employees including family members and loyal workers. The winery is open for tastings and events at both locations, with hours varying by day and season. Visitors can explore the vineyard and learn about the winemaking process through various resources on the website. Alto Vineyards has become an Illinois tradition, offering unique experiences among the vines and a chance to discover its premier wines.

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25 wines poured

  • Black 'N Blush2020
  • Cabernet FrancCabernet Franc2020
  • Cabernet Merlot2023, 2022, 2019
  • Chambourcin2020, 2019
  • Chardonel9999, 2020, 2019
  • Cherry Berry2020
  • Dawg House Red9999, 2020
  • Dawg House White
  • Heartland Blush2020
  • Heartland Buzz9999, 2020
  • Heartland Red9999, 2020
  • Heartland White9999, 2020, 2019
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