By Jerri Perry


Since the 1830s vineyards have been thriving in Ohio. It has become home to literally hundreds of wineries and for wine tours Ohio is hard to beat. One can tour them by region or simply stop at individual ones throughout the state and enjoy what each has to offer.

The state has ideal growing areas for grapes of all types, from gently sloping valleys where grapes receive just the correct amount of rain and sunlight to valleys near lakefronts. Many different wines are produced and they are regarded as some of the best in the world.

More than 60 percent of all the grapes grown in Ohio come from vineyards in the north east. The Grand River Valley growing region has rich and fertile soil, producing delicious wines. Vineyards in the area also feature restaurants, gift shops, and activities in idyllic settings. Many a tour is available and tasting rooms are full over weekends and holidays.

Going on a winery tour offers a great opportunity to taste and buy fine wines. Daily wine tastings and tours of cellars are offered at most wineries for a small fee. As food and wine are usually paired together, restaurants are found at many of these wineries and a meal is often included as part of a tour.

There are many different companies offering tours. This makes selection difficult as you want to get the best value for your money. An organized bus tour is a good option for someone on a budget. You will be picked up from a specified location and driven to various wineries, tasting the local wines at each stop.

Another option is to take a customized tour. A vehicle and chauffeur is provided so you can just relax. The chauffeur can customize the itinerary according to your needs. Vehicles come in different sizes according to the number of people. Numbers for this type of tour are usually limited so that the experience is a more personal one.

One can self drive to many of these wineries but choosing to go on an organized tour allows one to relax. One can visit charming wineries unfamiliar to you without any fears of getting lost. You will probably receive preferred treatment too due to the relationship of the tour company has built up with the winemakers. Another benefit is to be able to socialize with others in a relaxed environment.

If you are wanting to go on wine tours Ohio has the perfect options available. Go on a tour offered by a reputable company and you will have a chance to socialize in a relaxed environment, enjoy excellent wines and learn something as well. This experience can be enjoyed in the company of family or friends and remembered as a special occasion for many years.




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