When: Saturday, Jan 31 | Noon Sharp The Experience: The Girl Scout Cookies arrived early, so we’re breaking the rules! Join our Founder & Winemaker, Mark Wenzel, for an exclusive "Undercover" tasting session. This isn't your average pairing—it’s a challenge. We’re masking the labels and marking the glasses for a blind "palate test" to find the […]
Join us at Binny’s Beverage Depot in Bloomington on Saturday, January 31, from 12–3 pm for a special wine tasting! Sample a variety of August Hill & ISC wines, discover new favorites, and stock up for the season. Here are the wines we are pouring: Berlyn, Mardi Gras, Almond Infusion, Trapolino, Seyval Blanc, and Strawberry Peach Sangria.
Join us at the Tasting Room for wine and fun with live music by James Herr.
Feel the rhythm, taste the notes. Enjoy live music while sipping on your favorite August Hill & ISC wines. The Tasting Room is open 11am-7pm, and Jeff Kagay will be performing 3:30-6:30pm.
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 […]
Join us for the Chocolate Truffle Shuffle, on Friday, February 13, offered from 1-6 pm. During the shuffle, you will visit tasting stations to enjoy 6 Cocoa Blue Chocolate truffles paired with 6 wine tastings. Discover how each wine enhances the flavor of the truffle in this deliciously fun event! Bonus: If you are attending […]
The 2026 Winter Wine Walk! Enjoy wine, food, shopping and fun at locations throughout Utica, including your favorites from August Hill Winery & ISC! How does the Winter Wine Walk work? Visit all the locations listed on your passport and enjoy wine and food tastings. Walk between the tasting stops or ride the free trolley bus […]
The cookies came in early, so we are starting early! Join us for Wine & Girl Scout Cookie Flights! Three wines and three Girl Scout cookies. When: Daily, Friday, January 30 – March 1, while supplies last. Flights not available Feb 13 & 14. Flight Options: Red Wine Flight - Tagalongs with Augie's Blackberry, Trefoils […]
Let the good times roll this Fat Tuesday, February 17! Celebrate Mardi Gras with a glass of AHW Mardi Gras, our festive bubbly made for toasting the season. Sip it by the glass in the Tasting Room or grab a bottle to take the celebration home. Pair your pour with decadent chocolate truffles or other […]
National Drink Wine Day is February 18—let’s celebrate! This annual “holiday” is the perfect excuse to pour a glass (or a flight) of your favorite wine. Whether you’re celebrating at home or stopping by the AHW/ISC Tasting Room, we’ve got just the thing to make it special. Ways to raise a glass: Step outside your […]
When the music flows like wine, and the wine flows like music, it’s a day to remember. Let the sweet sounds of live tunes by James Gedda take you away as you sip on your August Hill & ISC favorites.
Join us for the next stop in our Around the World wine pairing series as we head to Germany! Enjoy six thoughtfully paired courses, featuring German-inspired bites from Stone Jug Barbeque, each matched with a complementary wine to highlight classic flavors and unexpected pairings. This guided tasting experience is designed to be relaxed, educational, and delicious—perfect for wine […]
Join us at Binny's Peoria for a fun and flavorful wine tasting! We’ll be pouring a selection of customer favorites. Stop by to sip, sample, and discover your new favorite wine!
Let the sweet sounds of live music by Joey Figgiani transport you to another world as you savor the rich aromas and delicate notes of your favorite August Hill Winery & ISC wines.
Sample wine and food samples from Illinois producers, including some of your favorites from August Hill Winery and Illinois Sparkling Co. Wine is available for sampling and also for sale by the glass and bottle. Here are the wines we are pouring: Almond Infusion, Augie's Blackberry, Berlyn, Caramel Apple, Chambourcin Reserve, Emerald Apple, Niagara, Raspberry […]
Kick off your St. Patrick’s Day celebrations early with us on March 7! Stop by the Tasting Room for a glass or flight of your favorite wine and enjoy live Irish music by The Morning Larks from 3:30–6:30pm. The Tasting Room is open 11am–7pm, making it the perfect spot to start—or continue—your festivities. Raise a […]
The Utica St. Patrick’s Day Parade marches right past our Tasting Room—making us the perfect stop along the route! Join us on parade day and step inside for great wine and live Irish music by The Morning Larks from 3:30–6:30pm. We’ll be pouring a full lineup of August Hill Winery and ISC wines, including the […]
We will be pouring some of your favorite August Hill wines at this local fundraiser for the Bureau County United Way. Along with wine and beer tastings, participants can enjoy food, prizes and raffles. Saturday, March 7, 2026 5:00–8:00 PM The Barn at Hornbaker Gardens $35 tickets (door price) | $30 pre-event All proceeds support […]
Join us at Binny’s Beverage Depot in Plainfield on Friday, March 13, from 6–8 pm for a special wine tasting! Sample a variety of August Hill & ISC wines, discover new favorites, and stock up for spring. Here are the wines we are pouring: Indigo Trapolino Strawberry Peach Sangria Berlyn Caramel Apple Emerald Apple
Local Flavor. Historic Setting. One Unforgettable Night. Friday, March 13, 2026, 6-8pmHume-Carnegie Museum, 909 Washington St, Mendota, IL 61342 Join us for an evening that celebrates the best of Mendota. Savor delicious bites from independent local vendors and restaurants, enjoy a glass of wine, and explore the beautiful surroundings of the Hume-Carnegie Museum. We’re excited […]
Stop by for a glass or flight of your favorite wine, and enjoy music by Josiah Simon from 3:30-6:30 pm. Josiah is a percussive guitarist who plays classic covers, rock, indie, oldies, and originals.
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 […]
Insider Wine Club members are invited to join us for Will Call Weekend! Our Lounge will be set up for members only, limited to 2 people per membership (member & spouse or member and guest). Insiders can pick up their March wine club order and enjoy a special pairing at the event. Friday, March 20, […]
Join us at Binny’s Beverage Depot in Bloomington on Saturday, March 20, from 12–3 pm for a special Spring wine tasting! Sample wines from all over the world, including some of your favorite August Hill & ISC wines! Discover new favorites and stock up for spring. Here are the wines we are pouring: Seyval Blanc Strawberry Peach Sangria […]
Join us for Pop the Pink! Angel of Hope Release as we welcome back this light, sweet bubbly with a purpose. Angel of Hope is crafted from Niagara wine with a touch of red wine for its beautiful pink hue, and every bottle helps make a difference. For each bottle sold, $1 will be donated […]
Join us at Binny’s Beverage Depot in Plainfield on Saturday, March 28, from 12-3 pm for a special wine tasting! Sample a variety of August Hill & ISC wines, discover new favorites, and stock up for spring. Here are the wines we are pouring: Indigo Trapolino Strawberry Peach Sangria Berlyn Caramel Apple Emerald Apple
Stop by for a glass or flight of your favorite wine, and enjoy live music. The Tasting Room is open 11am - 7 pm and live music by John Swags is performing from 3:30-6:30 pm.
Celebrate! It is time for the return of the August Hill Chill, an incredibly refreshing frozen wine drink that is perfect for welcoming spring. Stop by the Tasting Room today to enjoy an AHW Chill or pick up a bag of AHW Chill Mix to create your own frozen concoctions! We can also ship August […]
We are co-sponsoring an event and photo contest with Just Animals Shelter, a non-profit no-kill animal shelter in Mazon, IL. April 3-6: Enter the "Pet Photo Contest" to have your pet's photo on a wine label! Enter your pet’s photo for a chance to be one of the top 3 winners in each of 2 […]
Wanna feel like a kid again? Join us at the tasting room for an Adult Easter Egg Hunt! FIND AN EGG & WIN A PRIZE Find an egg and take it to an AHW associate to claim a prize. Each egg will have something special! One egg per customer. Participants must be 21 or over. […]
Join us for a special tasting event at Binny’s Montgomery! Discover the unique flavors of August Hill wines and find your new favorite. Here are the wines we are pouring: Almond Infusion Caramel Apple Seyval Blanc Strawberry Peach Sangria Berlyn Indigo
Join us at Binny’s Beverage Depot in Springfield on Saturday, April 4, from 12–3 pm for a special wine tasting! Sample a variety of August Hill & ISC wines, discover new favorites, and stock up for the season. Here are the wines we are pouring: ISC Brut ISC Brut Ombré Rosé Almond Infusion Strawberry Peach Sangria Emerald Apple Berlyn
Stop by for a glass or flight of your favorite wine, and enjoy music by John Drake from 3:30-6:30 pm. John is a singer-songwriter, Americana artist, blues guitarist and performer.
The Tasting Room is closed on Easter Sunday, but we will be back open on Monday at 11 am.
We are co-sponsoring an event and photo contest with Just Animals Shelter, a non-profit no-kill animal shelter in Mazon, IL. April 7-12: Vote for your favorite pet photo For $1 per vote, you get to help pick the winner. Voting begins on April 7 and ends on April 12 at 9 pm. Proceeds from the […]
Experience an evening of distinction at The Winners Table: Gold Medal Wines & Lavish Charcuterie, hosted at Bar Avec in Chicago. This exclusive, limited-ticket event features an extraordinary lineup of 20 Governors Cup and Top Award-winning wines from the 2024 and 2025 state wine competitions, including ISC Demi Sec Rosé and August Hill Winery Chambourcin […]
Join us at the Tasting Room for wine and good times with live music by Darrell Data.
We are pouring August Hill Winery & Illinois Sparkling Co. wines at this festival! It is the only indoor beer, wine, and food festival of its kind in the Chicagoland area! April 11 VIP 4:00-10:00 pm General Admission 6:00-10:00 pm Visit this link to get your tickets! Here are the wines we are pouring: Berlyn, […]
Join us at Binny’s Beverage Depot in Rockford on Saturday, April 18, from 12–3 pm for a special wine tasting! Sample a variety of August Hill & ISC wines and discover new favorites. Here are the wines we are pouring: Caramel Apple Almond Infusion Pét Nat Rosé Strawberry Peach Sangria Trapolino Niagara
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 […]
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 […]
Join us at Binny’s Beverage Depot in Joliet on Friday, April 24, from 6-8 pm for a special wine tasting! Sample a variety of August Hill & ISC wines, discover new favorites, and stock up for the spring season. Here are the wines we are pouring: Niagra Moscato Strawberry Peach Sangria Beryln Emerald Apple Mardi Gras ISC Brut […]
Stop by for a glass or flight of your favorite wine, and enjoy music by Thomas G from 3:30-6:30pm.
Enjoy award-winning Illinois wines, including some of your favorites from ISC and August Hill! Wine available to taste and also available by the glass and bottle. Saturday, May 2, 11 am - 8 pm Sunday, May 3, noon - 6 pm This year’s event promises to bring all the fun you’ve come to expect from […]
FOOD, FUN AND, FUNDRAISING WITH FIDO Join us in downtown Utica for Sip ‘n’ Snip, a Dog Friendly Block Party sponsored by August Hill Winery and Just Animals Shelter, a non-profit no-kill animal shelter in Mazon, IL. Mill Street in downtown Utica will be closed for this fun street party. May 2, 11am – 4 […]
Stop by for a glass or flight of your favorite wine, and enjoy music by Steve Sharp from 3:30-6:30 pm.
Enjoy wine and running or walking? Then this is a must-do event for you! Wine Run 5K is partnering with August Hill Winery for this fun event. Join us on Saturday, May 9, and enjoy the scenic views of Utica and the I & M Canal while running or walking the course. At the finish […]
Although this wine is fun to enjoy all year long, remember, National Moscato Day only comes around once per year. Here are some ideas on how to celebrate: Pick up a bottle or two so you are ready to celebrate! Visit the Tasting Room and enjoy a glass while hanging out on our patio or […]
When the music flows like wine, and the wine flows like music, it’s a day to remember. Let the sweet sounds of live tunes by James Gedda take you away as you sip on your August Hill & ISC favorites.
Sending a clink of the glass to all the wonderful Moms! Treat Mom like a Queen this Mother's Day by visiting our Tasting Room or Wine on the Hill locations on Mother's Day. Or both! At the Tasting Room, Utica, IL - open 11am-6pm Enjoy a wine tasting with Mom. Treat Mom to a flight […]
