Wisconsin Ledge AVA Set for TTB Approval
Few experiences capture the character of a region more than a visit to a winery. The authentic connection that consumers are making with local wines and local wineries is undoubtedly a major factor...
Category: Wisconsin
Wis., Missouri Named Best Undiscovered Regions
On October 5th, an endorsement of Missouri and Wisconsin wine appeared on Fox News’ national website. Written by New York travel writer Stefani Jackenthal, the web article picks the two Midwestern states as “The...
Researchers Receive $2.5 million for Cold Hardy Grape Project
New grape varieties can take more than 20 years to breed and evaluate, and much longer to reach commercial success. A $2.5 million grant will help a team of researchers from Nebraska to New...
First Wisconsin Wineries Survey Released
The inaugural 2011 Wisconsin Wineries Survey found that over half of Wisconsin wineries are interested in purchasing Wisconsin grapes this year. But the popularity of local fruit can be a challenge for Wisconsin...
Wis. Winners: Packers, Brewers, Grapes
A good year for Wisconsin sports has coincided with a great year for growing grapes, according to Becky Rochester, Grape Marketing Coordinator for the Wisconsin Grape Growers Association. Becky said 2011 was a...
Managing Powdery Mildew on Grapevines
By, Steve Jordan UW-Madison Department of Plant Pathology When it comes to growing grapes in Wisconsin, there are a number of diseases that can jeopardize a successful harvest. One of the diseases that we...