Cheers to good times and fine wine!

Our friends at Dowalter Vineyards / KnoxView Farm Winery have recently joined the Ohio TagAWine Trail. Now the 12th winery in Ohio to be added, wine lovers are invited to travel through the heartland collecting each locations brass tags and unique charms.

A fun challenge or a new date night tradition, following this trail may lead to some unexpected adventures and lots of great local businesses.

Ohio TagAWine Trail Stops:

• Dalton Union Winery / Marysville

• Bokes Creek Winery / Raymond

• Blend of Seven Winery / Delaware

• Plum Run Winery / Grove City

• Bunker's Mill Winery / Cardington

• Shamrock Vineyard / Waldo

• Clearcreek Country Winery / Amanda

• Twenty One Barrels Cidery & Winery / Bradford

• Benfield Wines / Swanton

• Old Mason Winery / West Milton 

• American WInery / Wauseon

• Dowalter Vineyards/KnoxView Farm Winery

And although they’re not on the Ohio TagAWine Trail, here are some other notable neighbors that are right outside our door;

• Three Rivers Wine Trail (Coschocton)- While in Coschocton, check out Historic Roscoe Village along the river or visit Indian Bear Cork & Coffee to shop local craft beer and wine to take home after your trip.

• Wines of Amish Country Itinerary (Holmes)- Our friends in Holmes County make everything handcrafted and with heart. Visit the local amish shops and bakeries; donuts and wine pair quite nicely! Local Tip: Follow their Antique & Thrifting Trail for all the fun finds.

• Buckeye Lake Winery (Licking)- They say come for the wine, but stay for the views; and they aren’t kidding. Buckeye Lake Winery offers expansive views of the lake and you won’t want to miss out on their Sunday Brunch. Local Tip: Pack your helmet and bike on the Buckeye Lake Trail.

• Wine & Ale Trail (Richland)- With over 10 stops on this trail, you’ll find yourself in the heart of Mansfield. Visitors from all over to visit the historic Ohio State Reformatory or attend the annual Inkcarceration Music & Tattoo Festival for a rockin’ good time.

When you’re here with us in Knox County, a quick day trip can turn into quite the unexpected adventure. So whether you journey the backroads to our friends close by or you find yourself in Fredericktown visiting KnoxView, don’t forget about these great stops along the way;

• Brickhouse Grind

• Shoppe on Main

• Fresh Mex 142

• Ackerman Nature Preserve

or have some family fun in Fredericktown with this curated itinerary.

A perfect date night or weekend stop, Dowalter Vineyards/KnoxView Farm Winery tasting room hours are currently Th 3-8, F 3-9, Sat 12-6. And online sales are offered M-Sat 11-7 for scheduled pick up or local delivery. Like & Follow their Facebook page to get updates on their onsite food trucks, entertainment or events every weekend. And don’t miss their 2nd Annual Sip and Shop Fall Craft Show, September 27th, 11am-5pm.