About
James Arthur Vineyards is Nebraska's largest winery, established in 1996 and opened in 1997 near Raymond, NE, owned by Jim and Barb Ballard. It produces a wide variety of award-winning wines from Nebraska-grown American and French hybrid grapes, supplemented by local growers, along with ciders. The family-run operation spans 400 acres, features a tasting room, gift shop, event spaces, and hosts numerous events like music, trivia, and festivals.
Nebraska's largest winery
Family-owned 3rd generation
Nearly 20 acres of grapes plus local growers
Extensive events and rentals
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What They Make
Sweet Charlotte
semi-sweet red
Edyn’s Blush
blush from Nebraska Edelweiss and Concord grapes
Edelweiss 2023
white
Awards
Gold Medal, Mid-American Wine Competition 2021
2021
Silver Medal, Nebraska Winery & Grape Growers Association 2020
2020
Upcoming Events
Yoga in the Vines
May 16
Yin-style yoga class in grape vines, $20 includes glass of wine
Trivia Nights
April 3, 10, 17 & 24
Free trivia at 7 p.m. Fridays
Spring Cabaret w/Judy Anderson
April 18-19
Broadway tunes and classics
Wine & Learn: Square Dancing
April 25
Square dancing class at 3 p.m.
Wine & Stargazing
April 25
Wine, hors d’oeuvres, stargazing at 8 p.m.
Latest News
Double Gold and Best of Class for Sweet Charlotte at 2025 International Eastern Wine Competition; Gold for 2023 Edelweiss; April wine special Edyn’s Blush $13/bottle; 2026 events schedule including murder mysteries, live music, ghost tours.