Located roughly a ten-minute drive from the small city of Garner, Iowa and on the border of the Eagle Flats Wildlife Management Area, you could say 99 Bottles Winery is in the middle of nowhere. So why do people come from around the state? This unique winery and vineyard isn’t just a great place to buy and taste wine – it’s one of Iowa’s most unique places to pitch a tent.
The rustic red barn at 99 Bottles Winery makes clear that this is a farm first, but there’s a reason wine fans can’t get enough of this rural winery.
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Inside the barn, you’ll find a large event venue that’s also used as a tasting room - since 2014, the winery is open to the general public.
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Their original vintages are sold around the state and have gained a loyal audience among small-batch wine lovers.
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If it tastes fresh, there’s a reason for that - all the wines are made from grapes plucked fresh from the vineyard’s fields.
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Many varieties of grapes are grown on the vines here, so there should be a wine for everyone’s tastes.
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The expansive grounds have also been used for major events. Many a wine-loving couple has decided it would make the perfect wedding venue!
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But that’s not the most unique part of 99 Bottles Winery - its grounds are open for overnight camping!
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Just pitch a tent, pull up your RV, and make the place feel like home. The spacious grounds are perfect for a family reunion.
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Don’t be afraid to explore the grounds - this is an old-fashioned place, with some historic architecture to match.
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As the sun goes down, enjoy another glass and take in the night sky. This hidden northern Iowa gem is making the Garner area a destination in its own right.
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Have you sampled the wines at 99 Bottles Winery in Garner? Tell us all about your trip, whether it was just a quick stopover or an overnight stay, in the comments section below. The winery is excited to welcome new guests, so visit their website and Facebook page to learn all about their options for tastings, camping, and events.
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Address: 99 Bottles Winery & Vineyard, 2695 Quail Ave, Garner, IA 50438, USA
