rosa fiorelli winery & vineyard

lilredosu2013

This is the first winery I've visited in SW Florida that only uses the grapes grown on property in their wines. It is a great place to try Muscadine wine, which is hard to find in other places, particularly varieties that use only the Muscadine grape. They offer free tastings, and tours of the winery and vineyard for $10/person. It is a family-oriented operation; we even met Rosa Fiorelli while we were on the property. It was interesting to see and learn about their growing practices and production process. While the wines are a bit pricey, you can only buy them at the winery, making them quite rare.

bethskob

Can be so much more. Went for the dinner event. Walk out to an outdoor dining area. Very cute. Open bar for wines. Their wines are very good and they have good options. The food is catered and is excellent for catered food. The area they could improve on is having someone give a brief story about the vineyard, the wines or have the owner talk, who was there. You just eat and go. That makes it a High priced buffet dinner.

sarahcH3779EG

Driving to my boyfriend's house in Lakewood Ranch, I happened across a sign for a winery...and I am so happy I did!!!! I have been twice now, once with him and once with a friend. The first time, my boyfriend and I opted for the tasting with a tour and a plate of food (both did the cheese plate). We bought a bottle of our favorite wine and had more than enough food provided. They left us to ourselves except to check on us and take our picture. It was the best date we have had. When I went back three months later, the woman pouring the tastings not only remembered I had been there but remembered my name. I loved her the first time and my friend and I once again adored her the second. I haven't left without at least three bottles of their unique and wonderful wines. I'll be ordering more even after I move from FL. Worth the drive! And I seriously suggest the $25/person for wine, food, and privacy.Note: In March, the vines were bare (but still gorgeous). When we were recently there in August, the grapes were available to pick yourself.

704mikep

I thought was certain that my GPS was sending me on a wild adventure into the middle of nowhere on my visit to Rosa Fiorelli Winery near Bradenton, FL. When I pulled in I could not believe that I was really there. The setting was simple, but very clean and inviting. I walked through the front door and I was quickly greeted by a very friendly woman. She was not pushy at all and allowed me to check out the small store and stretch my legs before I did a wine tasting. If you have read any of my reviews you know that I lean more to the fruity, sweeter wines and I was not seeing a lot for me. The friendly employee was excellent when I explained my likes and was honest and up front about what I would find. I did a tasting and was given an education into the wines, the area and processes. She knew what she was talking about and was excited to share her knowledge. The wines were good, but not what I usually lean towards. I enjoyed her and the experience so much though that I bought several bottles for friends that I knew would appreciate it a lot more than I would. I would highly suggest a trip over, but trust your GPS…you are not lost.

susannw_12

Driving to Anna Maria island we decided to stop at this winery. Delicious wine and a wonderful time. The lady knew her wines and explained each bottle! Great costumer service. Very easy to find. Great stop on our way to our vacation

Konasmother

My husband and visited this winery many years ago. It has improved tremendously. The main attraction to me is they do not have the "fruity" wines that most other Florida wineries offer. It is not easy to find, but keep driving - it's definitely worth the adventure!

SusanS03

I can't begin to tell you how much we enjoyed our evening at the winery. The food was spectacular! It felt like we were in Napa Valley. Fabulous wine! Wonderful music, magnificent setting. Could not have asked for a nicer experience. Can't wait to go back! Could not have asked for more. It's truly as escape from everyday run of the mill venues!!!

JEATON2442

Drove out to the winery and received a private tour and wine tastings for only $10. Learned way more about winemaking than the tour at Lakeridge Winery in Cleremont . The wines were a little more expensive here, but I liked them better. They have weekly dinners that might be fun to try sometime.

philb182

This is a great place for a special party in a wonderful setting. The wine is ok but you will think you are in the south of France.

963JenniferR

I have to hand it to this little Sicilian couple. They got some delicious wine to come from Florida's sandy soil. They are a little bit of an adventure to get to, but well well worth it!!!

BobJ463

Mt wife and I traveled out to the winery for the first time on Saturday July 6th. It was very quiet since they had just opened for the day and we were the first visitors. We met Heather and she was so nice. She gave us the wine tasting and described all the different wines and how they are made. It was very informative and tasty. After that she took us on a beautiful tour of the winery and vineyard and explained how the grapes are grown and made into wine. We had a great time and look forward to coming back when they have their catered dinner in the vineyard. Heather was so inviting and made us feel welcome and at home. Of course we bought a bottle of their Manatee Red which is outstanding and only $17. Definitely a nice place to visit.

ShannonB605

We went to one of their catered dinners (offered in May ), and really enjoyed it. Everyone who signed up met at the tasting room, and Antonio, the owner, took us on a very pleasant five minute walk to a covered patio surrounded by the vineyard. There was live music and a wine bar. Wait staff offered appetizers while we drank wine and listened to music. People were seated by whom they came with, so we didn't meet anyone. The dinner was set up buffet style. There was spinach salad, pasta,chicken, pork, risotto, asparagus and a choice of desserts. Both owners, Antonio and Rosa were working and socializing.

873GaryF

Love the great wine and actually I stomped grapes to help make the wine. Highly recommend. A great way to spend the afternoon. They also have some great food and specials going on during the year. Ask to be put on their mailing list.

lastmanager

On a recent visit it was too cold and windy to tour the winery but we enjoyed tasting the wines. Rosa was very informative about the making of the various types of wines they produce and the grapes from which they are derived. We were pleasantly surprised at the quality of the wines especially since many of them were produced from muscadine grapes. We purchased several bottles and look forward to enjoying them during the rest of our stay in Florida.

John514

My wife and I visited this winery in January. Rosa and Heather are absolutely wonderful people who make everyone feel welcomed. Heather took us on a tour of the vineyards and we learned about the different types of grapes that they grow, the qualities of the grapes, and the types of wines produced by each grape. We also visited the wine room where the grapes are brought after harvest, learned about the wine-making and aging process, and saw their hand bottling machine. We purchased the $18.95 Italian Sub lunch which included an Italian sub and green salad for lunch that was served in the vineyard's pavilion after we finished our tour of the vineyard. During lunch, Heather guided us through a flight of 9 wine samplings and we got to keep the wine glasses. Being from NY, we have toured many wineries on Long Island and in the Finger Lakes region. All of them are typically a tasting room. Not so at Rosa Fiorelli Vineyard. They take you into the vineyards where you learn about their grapes, wines, and art of wine making. A very informative winery/vineyard tour!