rocky waters vineyard and winery

682carolt

We had a lovely time at Rocky Waters. We enjoyed personal service, a great conversation during our tasting, and were greeted by two adorable dogs (Razzy and Coco Chanel). We loved the view, and the drive out there with the sun and snow was spectacular! I'd love to go back in the summertime!

melissac442

My husband and I did the winery tour and stopped here last. I'm glad we did! We loved the home and view. The owners actually live there! They were friendly and accommodating. Loved the stories and personal attention.

S07H

Had a great time at this winery. We were 2 couples and went around 2 pm on a Saturday. We came in on the top level of the place, were able to get a seat and sample some great wines. The owner was very nice, informative and entertaining. We bought a few bottles and getting ready to leave when he told us there was another level downstairs. He took us down and showed us around the beautiful place. There were a few other groups there enjoying wine and pizza so we decided to stay and enjoy some pizza and wine as well. The service was excellent! We ordered 2 pizzas and sat around on a comfy couch facing the gorgeous fireplace. Overall excellent experience! I recommend going when it is not as crowded but it is definitely worth the visit. Beautiful place inside and out! Delicious wine!

alecsgrandma

Totally disappointed with the rudeness this year; last year we enjoyed this stop off on our way to Galena; this year nothing. Just a "oh, hello". Nothing more.

ChcgoGirl

My husband and I have become pretty avid wine drinkers and love tastings. We had been to Galena earlier in the year on a family trip, but noticed signs for this winery driving home. We had our daughter with us, so decided we'd come back later in the year for our anniversary. So glad we did! The winery is small and cozy. The owner, Jared, has you taste EACH WINE and tells you background on them as you sample. All were good. Honestly, each wine was good! Hard to make a decision which to buy, but we walked out with 3 bottles of delicious wine that we can't wait to open and enjoy at home. Beautiful, cozy tasting room, great host in Jared (met Kyle and Felicia as well and they were also so pleasant), and delicious wine-you can't go wrong! I strongly recommend trying this little out of the way gem next time you are in the area!

ilive4vacation1999

Felicia,Jarold, and Kyle are awesome! They make you laugh and feel like part of the family! The view of the rolling hills and fall colors are breathtaking! You can view the vineyards from the wrap around balcony. The downstairs level has a warm log cabin feel!

375kathleenw

Not only was the view of the vineyard amazing from the deck area but the service was above and beyond! This would be a return venue for our group! Thanks Jared and Kyle!!!

sbyoung

We have visited this winery before. Wines are okay, but it was better when there were fewer people. On the last visit, it was crazy busy, so I think that's why we didn't love it. Did have fun petting the winery dogs! If you go, try going during the week and not on a busy weekend day.

tvieira

went there with friends on a beautiful day. It was very busy in the main floor so they sent us down stairs. It was very busy downstairs but the woman behind the bar couldn't find the wine, didn't know the price on a glass of wine. When we finally got her attention, she didn't listen to our selection but started pouring whatever she thought we needed. In the middle of describing the wine, someone called her and she walked away leaving us in the middle of the tasting with no service.The only food they served was ritz crackers and frozen pizza. Her "cheese person just quit". She couldn't buy cheese cubes.The building was beautiful and it was a beautiful day so it was such a waste. And we didn't see any vineyard so the name is misleading.We finally gave up on tasting and just took a glass of wine out on the patio to try to save the day. But the wine glass was dirty. such a waste of time.the one wine i tasted was ok - not fabulous but not awful. I'd drink it in a restaurant.

LizTraveler018

We came to this winery because it was highly recommended by a local. She was right that we should come to visit. The scenery are absolutely breath taking. The wine maker is friendly and knowledgeable. It is $6 to taste all their wine selections (around 10 wines). Enjoy sipping wine while enjoying the views!

354tinat

I agree with a previous review, the wines are on the sweet side but myself I like that. They do have dry wine and the sweet vary in degree a great deal. It was a pleasant surprise we have been through the area many times and this is the first time we stopped so glad we did. Everyone was welcoming and knowledgeable. Wish we could have had a tour, we didn't have time to stay after our tasting.

Ethidium60607

We stopped by this Winery after seeing a billboard on US20. The winery is beautiful and has great views of the countryside. They are an estate winery and grow all their grapes on their land. It adds a cool touch to really experience a local wine. The wines tend to be on the sweeter side and I prefer dry but I still enjoyed the tasting. Kyle was super friendly and despite being super busy he seemed very on top of every tasting that was being done. I would recommend this place to anyone looking to stop at a winery just for the views alone. They even have a cabin you can rent which looks like it would be a fun stay.

JulieO167

The setting of this vineyard is beautiful - its set up in the hills outside of Hanover, just south of Galena. There is a cabin to rent and they also offer wedding services. The tasting is $6 for their line up of wines (8-10, a variety of reds and whites). The rose's are darker than usual and quite good -

cherylyna

The scenery here is beautiful. There is a small fee for wine tasting but you get to try all of his wines. They have won many medals and the wines are very good. I lean toward a cabernet my friend leans toward a Riesling but we both loved all the wines and had a hard time choosing which ones to take back home.You cannot purchase any of these wines in a store or restaurant. Only can be purchased at the winery.Nice seating areas to enjoy your wine. I have to go back to this winery!

eagledemps

Decided to stop in on a Monday afternoon and we were the only people there. The place is beautiful as mentioned and the views from the winery are really incredible. Yet, what really made the visit was the owner Jared, who went above and beyond in his hospitality by taking us on a tour of the facilities, including a portion of his home there. Really couldn't have asked for more. Spent 2 hours there and felt welcomed every moment there. This would not have been possible on a busy day but he definitely didn't have to be as wonderful and attentive as he was. If yiu are planning an event, whether corporate or a wedding, I would highly recommend this place if our experience was indicative of what will be provided. If you're in the Galena area, stop by for a tasting.