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Like many Northern states, Wisconsin can trace its wine history back to the early 1800's as German immigrants settled the territory and brought their winemaking traditions with them.

The harsher Wisconsin winters were a challenge for many, but those who persevered began producing classic Reislings, as well as wines made from hardy, native grape stock.

Learn more about Wisconsin winemaking, tours, tastings and events like those found at Oak Ridge Vineyard in RIchland Center, Wisconsin, above.

Wisconsin Winery Association - Sponsoring the Wine and Cheese Garden at the annual summer Wisconsin State Fair and offering up a complete directory of Wisconsin wineries throughout the state, wine touring and tasting tips, membership info.

Oak Ridge Vineyard - One of the Wisconsin's largest with 14 acres and 9,000 vines plus online ticket ordering for their vineyard tour by tram, photos, links to area attractions and contact info.

Wollersheim Winery - In Prairie du Sac with info on their tastings and tours of their dry, semi-dry and sweet wines, a link to their Ceder Creek Winery affiliate site, printable brochures, host of resources including tips on food pairing, recipes and more, with map and directions, contact details.

Spurgeon Vineyards & Winery - Featuring champagne, dry reds and whites, fruit wines and mead and located in Highland with more on tours and tasting schedules, event calendar, an online shop, map and directions.

Woodland Trail Winery - Located in the town of Lakewood in the scenic Nicolet National Forest area, this winery offers more than 50 different wines from grapes and other fruit, plus wine tours, wine tasting, online store and gift shop.

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