Yes, please. Summer’s the perfect time (minus the 100-degree heat) to enjoy a nice glass of wine.
Somerset Ridge Vineyard & Winery, established in 2001 in Miami County, is taking advantage of the season with numerous activities in its vineyard. The biggest to-do right now is the Somerset Wine Trail. Somerset Ridge partnered with new local vineyards Nighthawk Winery and Middle Creek Winery to showcase all three wineries’ dedication to growing delicious grapes in the area’s limestone hills and making handcrafted local wines. All are open on Saturday and Sunday.
For a weekend getaway or much-needed day off, visit Somerset Ridge’s tasting room, open from open from 11 a.m.- 5 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday and noon – 5 p.m. on Sunday, and stop by to say hi to owners Dennis and Cindy Reynolds. You can check out a list of their fabulous grape varieties here. Also, find this wine at local retailers and restaurants, including Bonefish Grill, Blanc Burgers, Bluebird Bistro, Hereford House and Jaspers, among others.
Upcoming Events:
Wednesday, July 20 - Kansas City Homes & Gardens magazine Cooking School at Kitchens Studio: KC with Chef Laurie Haney of Rumors Steakhouse and Somerset Ridge wines.
Saturday, July 23 - Brazilian Carnival Event at Somerset Ridge. Enjoy Brazilian guitarists, percussionists, vocalists and other surprises, too.
Sunday, July 31 - Join us for a private wine tasting and tour of the newly renovated Miami County Historical Museum. An undiscovered gem full of Civil War memorabilia and winemaking history. The wine tasting, tour and year membership to the museum is only $20. Email Somerset to make a reservation.
Thursday Evenings at McCormick & Schmick’s – Enjoy the patio and bar at McCormick & Schmick’s on the Plaza every Thursday evening this summer, where they are featuring Local Cubed. Enjoy specials on locally produced libations, including wine from Somerset Ridge, beer from Boulevard Brewing and vodka from Clear10.
