Ann River Winery

Ann River Winery is a family-run vineyard and winery on the banks of the Ann River, one mile south of Mora, Minnesota. Steve Watrin's interest in winemaking and Luke Watrin's interest in farming turned a hayfield into a vineyard starting in 2006, when the first 1,000 vines went in. The planting expanded to 6,400 vines that now produce about 40 to 50 tons of grapes annually, all used for the winery's own wines. Production and tasting room construction began in 2015, and the tasting room opened in August 2018. The winery grows cold-hardy Minnesota grapes including La Crescent, Frontenac Gris, Frontenac Blanc, Brianna, Frontenac, Marquette, and Sabrevouis. Its lineup ranges from sweet whites and reds to dry styles, plus a bourbon-barrel-aged red and a Frontenac brandy dessert wine. Visiting centers on the tasting room, which seats 50 and has a couch and fireplace, and a seasonal patio. The winery welcomes children with juice boxes and coloring books and allows leashed dogs outside. Food options include wood-fired pizzas, charcuterie, soup, cheesecake, and small plates.

Written by Ava from public sources. Not written or reviewed by the winery.