About
Shade Winery is a winery located in Shade, Ohio near Ohio University in Athens, offering wines by the bottle, glass, or taste in a comfy tasting room or on the wrap-around porch, pavilion, or patio with vineyard views. They handcraft upscale regional and international cuisine using whole foods sourced locally when possible and serve lunch and dinner with beer available. Reservations are now required via Hostme to better serve guests.
Vineyard views from porch/pavilion/patio
Upscale regional and international cuisine from whole local foods
Wines by bottle, glass, or taste
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Products
Blackberry Bliss
A sweet and tangy blackberry wine, ideal as a dessert wine.
Gilkey Ridge Red
A bold blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot with notes of blackberry and oak.
Ohio Oak Chardonnay
A buttery Chardonnay aged in Ohio oak barrels, featuring apple and vanilla notes.
River Valley Rosé
A crisp and fruity rosé with strawberry and melon undertones.
Shade Sweet White
A refreshing white with hints of peach and citrus, perfect for warm days.
Awards
Gold Medal, Ohio Wine Competition 2021
2021
Silver Medal, Finger Lakes International Wine Competition 2020
2020
Latest News
Implemented reservations system with Hostme starting March 30, including waitlist option. Link available via Facebook, Instagram, and website. Closed January, July 4th week, and Thanksgiving week.