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our wines
The Soul of Our Vineyard
Explore our curated selection of wines, each bottle a testament to our dedication to quality, tradition, and the unique terroir of Forestville Vines. From the crisp, refreshing whites to the bold, complex reds, our wines encapsulate the essence of our cherished vineyard. Discover the flavors that make us a beloved staple among wine enthusiasts
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Itasca Reserve
Dry -Bold Chardonnay
A wonderful light wine that has aromas of pear, violet, melon, oak, and subtle notes of honey. Aged 1 year before bottling. It is clean and pleasant with pear,
floral notes, and a long finish.
27 Bottle / 10 Glass
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Spelling Bee
Semi-Sweet – Moscato variety
A semi sweet white wine. It is refreshing with aromas of starfruit, pear, melon, and violet. It also has a long finish with subtle floral notes.
22 Bottle / 9 Glass
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Itasca
Dry – Chardonnay characteristics
A wonderful light white wine that has aromas of pear, violet, melon, and subtle notes of honey. It has a clean and pleasant appearance with a long finish.
22 Bottle / 9 Glass
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School House White
Sweet – Riesling flavor
A white wine that features great aromas along with a brilliant gold color with a sweet finish. This fresh, light wine as hints of pear, star fruit and lemon peel.
22 Bottle / 9 Glass
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Summer Vacation
Rose’ Wine
A rose’ wine made from the St. Pepin, Brianna & Marquette fruit. Resulting in a delicate and clean wine with hints of pear, lemon peel, and star fruit.
22 Bottle / 9 Glass
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1897 Reserve
Dry Red Pinot Noir qualities
Our award-winning bold red wine with Pinot Noir that is hand-crafted in small lots. Petite Pearl, one of the Midwest’s newest grape varieties. Deep red color. Aged in French Oak barrels. Lots of fresh fruit notes including cherry and plum.
29 Bottle / 10 Glass
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Spring Break
Semi-Sweet Blend
A full-bodied fruit, forward red wine that has been aged for 18 months in oak barrels. This rich, juicy wine is made from Syrah also known as Shiraz, and has notes of vanilla beans, pepper, and spice, with subtle notes of blackberry and blueberry.
29 Bottle / 10 Glass
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Playground
Cabernet Sauvignon
A Cabernet Sauvignon full-bodied red wine aged for 18 months in oak barrels. Playground has great aromas of black currant, dark spices, and plum sauce balanced with a hint of vanilla from the oak aging, delicious!
28 Bottle / 9 Glass
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School House Red
Medium Bodied RedÂ
21 Bottle / 9 Glass
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2020
Itasca Reserve
Dry -Bold Chardonnay
A wonderful light wine that has aromas of pear, violet, melon, oak, and subtle notes of honey. Aged 1 year before bottling. It is clean and pleasant with pear, floral notes, and a long finish.
Pairs Well With
Herb-Crusted Cod
The wine’s crispness and floral notes make it a perfect match for seafood, particularly lighter fish like cod, halibut, or scallops, prepared simply with herbs and lemon.
Chicken Piccata
The wine’s acidity and floral notes would balance well with the lemon-caper sauce of a classic chicken piccata.
Taste Profile
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Pear
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Violet
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Melon
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Oak
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Honey
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2020
Spelling Bee
Semi-Sweet – Moscato variety
A semi sweet white wine. It is refreshing with aromas of starfruit, pear, melon, and violet. It also has a long finish with subtle floral notes.
Pairs Well With
Spicy Thai Green Curry
The sweetness of the wine balances the heat from the curry, complementing the aromatic spices and herbs.
Lemon Ricotta Pancakes with Berry Compote
For a brunch or dessert option, the light sweetness of these pancakes along with the tartness of the berry compote complements the wine’s fruity and floral characteristics.
Taste Profile
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Pear
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Violet
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Melon
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Starfruit
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2019
Itasca
Dry – Chardonnay characteristics
A wonderful light white wine that has aromas of pear, violet, melon, and subtle notes of honey. It has a clean and pleasant appearance with a long finish.
Pairs Well With
Herb-Crusted Cod
The wine’s crispness and floral notes make it a perfect match for seafood, particularly lighter fish like cod, halibut, or scallops, prepared simply with herbs and lemon.
Chicken Piccata
The wine’s acidity and floral notes would balance well with the lemon-caper sauce of a classic chicken piccata.
Taste Profile
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Pear
![winery_icons-violets winery_icons-pear](https://forestvillevines.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/winery_icons-violets.webp)
Violet
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Melon
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Oak
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Honey
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2019
School House White
Sweet – Riesling flavor
A white wine that features great aromas along with a brilliant gold color with a sweet finish. This fresh, light wine has hints of pear, star fruit, and lemon peel.
Pairs Well With
Pear and Almond Tart
The pear notes in the School House White wine complement the natural sweetness of a pear and almond tart, enhancing its fruity and nutty flavors. This dessert’s subtle sweetness and buttery pastry are perfect matches for the wine’s sweet finish and crisp, fresh profile, making it a delightful pairing for an after-dinner treat.
Spicy Thai Mango Salad
The crisp and sweet characteristics of School House White wine balance beautifully with the spicy, sweet, and sour elements of a Thai mango salad. The wine’s hints of star fruit and lemon peel provide a refreshing counterpoint to the salad’s heat, enhancing the mango’s tropical sweetness and the dressing’s tangy flavors.
Taste Profile
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Pear
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Star Fruit
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Lemon Peel
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2019
Summer Vacation
Rose’ Wine
A rose’ wine made from the St. Pepin, Brianna & Marquette fruit resulting in a delicate and clean wine with hints of pear, lemon peel, and star fruit.
Pairs Well With
Grilled Peach and Burrata Salad
The peach aromas in the Summer Vacation rosé wine naturally complement the sweetness and charred notes of grilled peaches in a salad. Combined with creamy burrata, the wine’s semi-sweet profile and citrus hints elevate the dish, balancing the richness of the cheese and the smoky, sweet flavors of the fruit.
Citrus-Marinated Grilled Chicken
The hints of grapefruit and citrus in Summer Vacation rosé make it a great match for chicken marinated in citrus juices and spices. The wine’s semi-sweet nature and refreshing acidity help cut through the richness of the grilled meat, enhancing the zesty and tangy flavors of the marinade.
Taste Profile
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Pear
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Star Fruit
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Lemon Peel
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2018
1897 Reserve
Dry Red Pinot Noir qualities
Our award-winning bold red wine with Pinot Noir that is hand-crafted in small lots. Petite Pearl, one of the Midwest’s newest grape varieties. Deep red color. Aged in French Oak barrels. Lots of fresh fruit notes including cherry and plum.
Pairs Well With
Braised Beef Short Ribs
The deep, robust flavors of 1897, a full-bodied red wine with notes of cherry, berry, and spices, pair excellently with the rich, savory taste of braised beef short ribs. The meat’s tenderness and the sauce’s complexity complement the wine’s oaky undertones and peppery notes, enhancing the overall dining experience.
Wild Mushroom Risotto
The earthy flavors of a wild mushroom risotto harmonize with the vanilla and spice notes of the 1897 red wine. This dish’s creamy texture and the umami from the mushrooms are a perfect backdrop to the wine’s full body and rich, dark fruit flavors, making each bite and sip a delightful contrast.
Taste Profile
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Cherry
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Berry
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Black Pepper
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Vanilla
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Spices
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2020
Spring Break
Semi-Sweet Blend
A full-bodied fruit-forward red wine that has been aged for 18 months in oak barrels. This rich, juicy wine is made from Syrah also known as Shiraz, and has notes of vanilla beans, pepper, and spice, with subtle notes of blackberry and blueberry.
Pairs Well With
Pepper-Crusted Filet Mignon
The bold flavors of pepper and spice in the Spring Break full-bodied red wine are an excellent complement to a pepper-crusted filet mignon. The wine’s notes of vanilla bean and sweet red fruit add depth and richness to the dish, elevating the juicy, tender steak with its complex flavors.
Roasted Vegetable Lasagna
This dish, layered with rich tomato sauce and an assortment of roasted vegetables, pairs wonderfully with Spring Break’s robust profile. The sweetness of the roasted veggies and the savoriness of the cheese enhance the sweet red fruit notes and the subtle hints of spice and vanilla in the wine, creating a harmonious blend of flavors.
Taste Profile
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Dark Fruit
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Spices
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Black Pepper
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Vanilla
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2020
Playground
Medium-Bodied Red Wine
Playground is a medium-bodied red wine aged for 18 months in oak barrels. This flavorful wine has great aromas of black current, dark spices, plum sauce, and balanced with a hint of vanilla from oak aging.
Pairs Well With
Plum and Duck Confit Pizza
The plum sauce and black currant notes in the Playground medium-bodied red wine make it a perfect pairing for a pizza topped with duck confit and plum slices. The sweetness and tartness of the plums on the pizza complement the wine’s fruity characteristics, while the rich, savory duck enhances its dark spice flavors.
Spiced Lamb Kebabs
The aromatic profile of Playground, featuring dark spices and a hint of vanilla, pairs beautifully with spiced lamb kebabs. The grilled, spiced meat accentuates the wine’s oak-induced vanilla nuances and complements the deep, rich flavors of black currant and plum, creating a delightful balance of taste and aroma.
Taste Profile
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Plum Sauce
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Dark Spices
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Black Current
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Vanilla
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2020
School House Red
Medium Bodied RedÂ
Pairs Well With
Blackberry Glazed Pork Tenderloin
The sweet and tart blackberry glaze on a juicy pork tenderloin mirrors the blackberry notes in the School House Red medium-bodied wine. This pairing enhances both the fruitiness of the wine and the savory depth of the meat, with the plum and black currant flavors adding a delightful complexity.
Plum and Goat Cheese Tart
This savory tart, featuring plums and creamy goat cheese on a flaky pastry base, is a great match for School House Red’s distinct fruit notes. The plum in the tart brings out the wine’s own plum flavors, while the tangy goat cheese complements its medium body and smooth finish, creating a harmonious blend of flavors.
Taste Profile
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Plum
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Blackberry
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