Events from November 19 – February 13, 2025 – August Hill Winery

Tuesday Lunch

Alexa Nelson — Tue, 19 Nov 2024 17:30:00 +0000

Join us for Lunch at the Tasting Room, offered every Tuesday & Friday, from 11:30 am – 2:30 pm. Enjoy a glass of wine of your choice and a choice of four different lunch options. $25 per person.

RESERVE YOUR SPOT

Reservations are required at least 72 hours prior to your lunch. Sign up at this link!
Time slots are 11:30am, 12:30pm, and 1:30 pm.
Online sign-up limited to 6 people per time slot. If you have more than 6 people in your group, please call the Tasting Room at 815-667-5211.
If you need to make changes to your reservation time, please contact us at least 3 days prior to your reservation. Tickets are non-refundable.

LUNCH CHOICES

Mushroom Panini: Sautéed Mushrooms, Gruyere Cheese, and Whole Grain Mustard on Focaccia bread; served with soup and Tiramisu for dessert.
Roasted Tomatoes Panini: Roasted Tomatoes, Mozzarella Cheese, and Basil Pesto on Focaccia bread; served with soup and Tiramisu for dessert.
Sopressata Panini: Soppressata, Gruyere Cheese, and Caramelized Onion on Focaccia bread; served with soup and Tiramisu for dessert.
Coppa Panini: Coppa, Chèvre Fraise cheese, and Fig Jam on Foccacia Bread; served with soup and Tiramisu for dessert.

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Trolley Trio Progressive Dinner

Susanne Bullock — Tue, 19 Nov 2024 22:45:00 +0000

Join us for our series of Trolley Trio Progressive Dinners! August Hill Winery, Camp Aramoni and Starved Rock Lodge have teamed up to create a new unforgettable event filled with wine, spirits, beer and food tastings.

SCHEDULE:
Meet at Starved Rock Lodge at 4:45 pm, where the Starved Rock Trolley will take you on your tasting journey.

STOP 1: August Hill Winery & Illinois Sparkling Co. Tasting Room
Enjoy locally-made wines paired with small bites at the August Hill Winery & Illinois Sparkling Co. Tasting Room.

STOP 2: Camp Aramoni
At Camp Aramoni, guests will enjoy a spectacular dinner and drinks.

STOP 3: Starved Rock Lodge & Conference Center
Save room for dessert! The trolley will return to Starved Rock Lodge where the dinner will conclude with after-dinner drinks and delicious desserts.

OVERNIGHT STAY AVAILABLE
Treat this evening as a night out or choose to add the overnight stay at Starved Rock Lodge to turn the evening into a mini getaway! The Trolley Trio Progressive Dinner Overnight Package includes your dinner for two, overnight stay for two and a $15 breakfast voucher for the next morning.

RESERVE A SPOT
Reservations are required. Click here or call Starved Rock Lodge at 815-220-7386 to reserve dinner only or the overnight package.
Dinner Only: $130 per person
Dinner & Overnight Package: $413.30 per couple plus room tax.

Wheelchair accessible. Late arrivals will not be refunded. Cancellation policy is 3 days prior to event/trip date. For special accommodations, please call (815) 220-7386. Must be 21 years or older to attend.

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Friday Lunch

Alexa Nelson — Fri, 22 Nov 2024 17:30:00 +0000

Join us for Lunch at the Tasting Room, offered every Tuesday & Friday, from 11:30 am – 2:30 pm. Enjoy a glass of wine of your choice and a choice of four different lunch options. $25 per person.

RESERVE YOUR SPOT

Reservations are required at least 72 hours prior to your lunch. Sign up at this link!
Time slots are 11:30am, 12:30pm, and 1:30 pm.
Online sign-up limited to 6 people per time slot. If you have more than 6 people in your group, please call the Tasting Room at 815-667-5211.
If you need to make changes to your reservation time, please contact us at least 3 days prior to your reservation. Tickets are non-refundable.

LUNCH CHOICES

Mushroom Panini: Sautéed Mushrooms, Gruyere Cheese, and Whole Grain Mustard on Focaccia bread; served with soup and Tiramisu for dessert.
Roasted Tomatoes Panini: Roasted Tomatoes, Mozzarella Cheese, and Basil Pesto on Focaccia bread; served with soup and Tiramisu for dessert.
Sopressata Panini: Soppressata, Gruyere Cheese, and Caramelized Onion on Focaccia bread; served with soup and Tiramisu for dessert.
Coppa Panini: Coppa, Chèvre Fraise cheese, and Fig Jam on Foccacia Bread; served with soup and Tiramisu for dessert.

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Binny’s Peoria Wine Tasting

Susanne Bullock — Sat, 23 Nov 2024 18:00:00 +0000

Stop by Binny’s in Peoria to taste some of your favorite wines from August Hill Winery. Pick up a bottle or two for your holiday celebrations!

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Tasting Room Music – Jeff Manfredini

Alexa Nelson — Sat, 23 Nov 2024 21:30:00 +0000

Get ready for a lively afternoon at the Tasting Room with Jeff Manfredini! He’ll be bringing the energy with a mix of rock, country, pop, and Americana hits—perfect for sipping, singing along, and soaking up the fun vibes. Grab a glass, bring your friends, and let’s make it an afternoon to remember!

The tasting room is open 11am-7pm, and Jeff will be playing from 3:30-6:30pm.

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Sunday Brunch

Alexa Nelson — Sun, 24 Nov 2024 17:30:00 +0000

Join us for Sunday Brunch at the Tasting Room, featuring delicious bakery items from Millstone Bakery!

There are two brunch options to choose from:

Sunday Brunch includes a brunch plate and a glass of wine (or a mimosa) of your choice. Price is $25/person.
Sunday Brunch w/ Bottomless Mimosas includes a brunch plate and a mimosa with complimentary refills of your mimosa for a 90-minute time frame. Price is $40/person.

Each Brunch Plate includes the following:

Small Quiche
Cinnamon Roll
Maple Sausage Croissant
Side Salad with Homemade Dressing

Reserve a Spot

Reserve a spot at this link. Four time slots are available: 11:30am, 12:30pm, 1:30pm, and 2:30pm. Each time slot is limited to 6 people. If you have a group larger than 6 people or are having a difficult time finding a time slot for your group, please call the Tasting Room at 815-667-5211, and we will try to accommodate your group at the requested time.

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Tuesday Lunch

Alexa Nelson — Tue, 26 Nov 2024 17:30:00 +0000

Join us for Lunch at the Tasting Room, offered every Tuesday & Friday, from 11:30 am – 2:30 pm. Enjoy a glass of wine of your choice and a choice of four different lunch options. $25 per person.

RESERVE YOUR SPOT

Reservations are required at least 72 hours prior to your lunch. Sign up at this link!
Time slots are 11:30am, 12:30pm, and 1:30 pm.
Online sign-up limited to 6 people per time slot. If you have more than 6 people in your group, please call the Tasting Room at 815-667-5211.
If you need to make changes to your reservation time, please contact us at least 3 days prior to your reservation. Tickets are non-refundable.

LUNCH CHOICES

Mushroom Panini: Sautéed Mushrooms, Gruyere Cheese, and Whole Grain Mustard on Focaccia bread; served with soup and Tiramisu for dessert.
Roasted Tomatoes Panini: Roasted Tomatoes, Mozzarella Cheese, and Basil Pesto on Focaccia bread; served with soup and Tiramisu for dessert.
Sopressata Panini: Soppressata, Gruyere Cheese, and Caramelized Onion on Focaccia bread; served with soup and Tiramisu for dessert.
Coppa Panini: Coppa, Chèvre Fraise cheese, and Fig Jam on Foccacia Bread; served with soup and Tiramisu for dessert.

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Black Friday Extravaganza

Susanne Bullock — Fri, 29 Nov 2024 16:00:00 +0000

Get ready for an unforgettable Black Friday packed with deals, music, giveaways, and brand-new wine releases! Here’s what’s happening:

Doorbuster Deals (10 am – 11 am)
Be one of the first to arrive and score exclusive perks! The first 20 guests receive a swag bag full of August Hill goodies (think wine opener, pen, and more). Plus, grab a killer case deal: buy one at regular price, and get your second case at 40% off! (Wine Club members get a whopping 50% off on the second case!)

Pop & Shop (All day)
All-day savings fun! Choose a Black Friday balloon, pop it, and reveal your special discount! Our team will hand you a pin to pop the balloon and unveil your prize.

Black Friday Tags
Hunt for “Black Friday” tags throughout the Tasting Room to reveal exclusive discounts on select items!

New Wine Releases
Be among the first to taste our 375ml Brut Ombré Rosé, available to all guests. Plus, Wine Club members get exclusive access to our new vintage of Spirit Cider!

Live Music by Jeff Manfredini (3:30 pm – 6:30 pm)
Kick back with great wine and tunes as Steve Sharp fills the room with live music vibes.

Hourly Giveaways
Enter for a chance to win August Hill merch like tees or cozy sweatshirts at 3 pm, 4 pm, 5 pm, and 6 pm. Names go into Santa’s hat 10 minutes before each drawing!

Stocking Stuffer Bar
Explore our Stocking Stuffer Bar! Each item is wrapped up and sealed with care—perfect for sneaky holiday surprises.

Special Note: No Double Discounting
Please note that discounts cannot be combined with other offers. All Black Friday deals are one-of-a-kind, so pick the best deal for you!

Join us for a festive Black Friday filled with special deals, exciting new wine, and the best holiday vibes in town. See you there!

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Friday Lunch

Alexa Nelson — Fri, 29 Nov 2024 17:30:00 +0000

Join us for Lunch at the Tasting Room, offered every Tuesday & Friday, from 11:30 am – 2:30 pm. Enjoy a glass of wine of your choice and a choice of four different lunch options. $25 per person.

RESERVE YOUR SPOT

Reservations are required at least 72 hours prior to your lunch. Sign up at this link!
Time slots are 11:30am, 12:30pm, and 1:30 pm.
Online sign-up limited to 6 people per time slot. If you have more than 6 people in your group, please call the Tasting Room at 815-667-5211.
If you need to make changes to your reservation time, please contact us at least 3 days prior to your reservation. Tickets are non-refundable.

LUNCH CHOICES

Mushroom Panini: Sautéed Mushrooms, Gruyere Cheese, and Whole Grain Mustard on Focaccia bread; served with soup and Tiramisu for dessert.
Roasted Tomatoes Panini: Roasted Tomatoes, Mozzarella Cheese, and Basil Pesto on Focaccia bread; served with soup and Tiramisu for dessert.
Sopressata Panini: Soppressata, Gruyere Cheese, and Caramelized Onion on Focaccia bread; served with soup and Tiramisu for dessert.
Coppa Panini: Coppa, Chèvre Fraise cheese, and Fig Jam on Foccacia Bread; served with soup and Tiramisu for dessert.

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Ottawa Chris Kringle Market

Susanne Bullock — Fri, 29 Nov 2024 18:00:00 +0000

Celebrate the season at downtown Ottawa’s Chris Kringle Market. This open-air market will feature a wide variety of vendors, demonstrations, food, and entertainment. At the AHW/ISC booth, you can enjoy wine by the glass or bottle, mimosas, and spiced wine.

For more info, visit https://chriskringlemarket.com/.

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