GROWING AND PRODUCING WISCONSIN’S BEST WINE SINCE 1989
Vine-to-bottle has been a fundamental part of our winemaking philosophy for more than 30 years, long before it was hip to be farm-to-table, or in our case, grape-to-glass. We know that Wisconsin’s best wine begins in the vineyard and that in Wisconsin, great wine can only be made from the grapes that grow well in our climate and are tended with care and obsession. We are an original vine-to-bottle Wisconsin winery and one of only a handful with estate vineyards producing authentic Wisconsin wine. Now two generations deep, we invite you to visit, taste, explore and make the kind of memories that linger like a great glass of Wisconsin’s Best Wine. We look forward to welcoming you.
A NEWS UPDATE • PLEASE READ
A TIME AND A SEASON – PETER IS RETIRING
Friends, oh friends, as we move into autumn — truly the season of change — it’s time to let you know that change is on the horizon for Botham Vineyards. After nearly 40 years of planting, tending and harvesting, winemaking, events, friendships and memories, the time has come for Botham Vineyards to pull the cork on its last bottle and pour its last glass. The tasting room will permanently close at the end of the 2026 season (likely December 20).
Peter is retiring and plans to spend more time training for his athletic pursuits, tinkering on vintage motorcycles, worrying less about maintaining the property and the buildings and setting aside the stress that comes with running the business. Mills is moving on to pursue his Driftless Motorworks business and other ventures, and Sarah — who will probably work forever — will at least have one less marketing plate to spin.
As you might imagine, this is bittersweet for all of us; part celebration, part poignant memories. Please know that you are important pieces of our history and we welcome you to visit soon, share your memories — from first dates, to music events, Sangria Saturdays, weddings, harvest, vintage car shows, engagements in the vineyard, the Million Bottle Party, the Easter Egg Hunt and so many more — and celebrate with us through the remaining months of the year. Our wines will be available in the tasting room until they are not, so stock up while you can. Driftless and All-day Rose’ are already sold out.
Mostly, please know that we are endlessly and humbly grateful for your many years of support and friendship. Cheers to making the most of right now and to all that is yet to come.
— Peter, Sarah & Mills
Please note, Botham Vineyards is a smoke-free venue, buildings and grounds. Carry-in alcohol is strictly prohibited, and please leave Rover at home. While we love dogs and have several of our own, not everyone feels the same; we prefer to offer an environment where everyone feels safe and comfortable. Certified service dogs are welcome, of course..
FINDING US
ATTENTION: The westbound intersection of Highway 18/151 at County Road K has been closed. The eastbound intersection remains open for accessing County K south. The maps below provide directions for reaching the vineyard.
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"THOSE WHO UNDERSTAND HOW TO TASTE WINE NEVER TASTE WINE AGAIN, BUT TASTE SECRETS INSTEAD." — Salvador Dalí
