Botham Vineyards & Winery

Local Flavor. National Acclaim.™

1-888-GR8-WINE
[email protected]
Local Flavor. National Acclaim.™
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  • LOOK FOR THE MAILBOX WHEN YOU ARRIVE

    More than an address, it is a destination, a playground for the senses, a memory waiting to be made.

  • ENJOY AT HOME

    See our Retail Locations page for restaurants and retailers near you.

    WHERE TO BUY

  • THE TASTING ROOM IS OPEN!

    We look forward to welcoming you.

  • TERROIR

    Our clay-loam-over-limestone, nutrient-rich soil produces wines that are consistently earthy, bright and indicative of our growing region.

  • PICTURE PERFECT

    The rolling hills of Iowa County's Driftless Region create a stunning backdrop for our terrace.

  • LIVE MUSIC THROUGHOUT THE SEASON

    Visit our Events page for upcoming shows.

    EVENTS

  • THIS OLD HOUSE

    The traditional four-square farmhouse has been carefully rehabilitated and though a private home, it stands as the vineyard’s welcoming matriarch beckoning visitors from around the world to enjoy our singular brand of Wisconsin hospitality.

  • BRING THE FAMILY!

    Plan a picnic on the hillside; our lawn is perfect for romping in the shade of centuries-old oak trees.


A Madison, Wisconsin native, Peter Botham graduated from the University of Wisconsin in History and went on to the Maryland Institute of Art in Baltimore.

Peter Botham has been growing and producing regionally distinctive wines of international acclaim since 1989.
Peter Botham has been growing and producing regionally distinctive wines of international acclaim since 1989.

After working for several years as a commercial draftsman and artist, Peter threw off his coat and tie, so to speak, to pursue a career in viticulture. Success as a winegrower and winemaker in northern Maryland prompted Peter’s decision to return to Wisconsin to begin a vineyard and winery of his own.

The first vines were planted in 1989 and an intensive effort to refurbish the farm, the barn and the house began. In 1992 the first crop was harvested and sold to another area winery. Our first small winery was finally completed in early 1993 and the grapes from that year’s harvest became the wine with which the tasting room was opened in the summer of 1994.

Botham Vineyards produced roughly 2500 gallons of wine to sell that first year. In contrast, our 2013 production was nearly 30,000 gallons.

Peter’s vine-to-bottle approach to winemaking follows a less-is-more philosophy; less manipulation of the wines allows grape character to better exhibit itself. But good wine really begins in the vineyard. Each spring Peter takes on the pruning of our 8,000 vines (one-by-one) with the care and passion that only an artist in the midst of composition can. Sustainable growing practices and season-long assessment of and attention to the vines are key in the production of our wines. Carefully monitored oak aging, and minimal filtration and chemical alteration are also practices to which he strongly adheres. The result is beautifully crafted, fruit-forward wines of extraordinary character and balance that have earned more than 350 medals in national and international competitions over the past 20 years.

In his spare time, Peter collects, tinkers on and races vintage sports cars and motorcycles. The vineyard has become a popular destination for vintage auto tours and motoring enthusiasts. Wine, art & Vintage race cars, of course.

Each August, Botham Vineyards & Winery hosts the Vintage Celebration, a one-day event commemorating the beauty, nostalgia and fitness of vintage sports cars, touring sedans, race cars and of course, fine wine.

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TASTING ROOM HOURS

CLOSED FOR THE SEASON

OPEN WEEKENDS BEGINNING MARCH 4

SATURDAY & SUNDAY • 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

BEGINNING APRIL 7

FRIDAY • Noon – 5 p.m.

SATURDAY & SUNDAY • 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

 

 

OUR WINE

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Treat someone you love, a friend, co-worker, neighbor or kind stranger to the fabulous gift of Botham Vineyards wine or View product.
$20.00 – $1,000.00

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2020 Uplands Reserve
Wisconsin Dry Red Wine Estate-grown and of mild body, this dry, oak-aged red is entirely representative of its Marechal Foch View product.
$15.00

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2020 Field 3
Wisconsin Dry Red Wine Robust, raisiny and full of body and attitude, Field 3's fruit-ahead character resonates well against gentle View product.
$25.00

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All-day Rosé
American Dry Rosé It smells like fresh dandelions and tastes like a Wisconsin summer; this off-dry rosé is a lovely View product.
$12.00

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Blonde Rocks Unoaked Chardonnay
Well of course we know that blondes rock, but BLONDE ROCKS is an off-dry, cold-climate-grown Chardonnay named for the rich View product.
$16.00

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Vin 10
American Semi-Dry White Wine Strong citrus overtones and a refreshing blend of clover and spring grass are evident in this View product.
$13.00

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Purebred Red
Deep berry overtones emerge over a rich and luscious grape-y off-dry base that is as enchanting as a crisp autumn View product.
$12.00

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Cupola
American Semi-Dry White Wine Cupola is a delicate, smooth, enchanting mouthful of freshness. Never overpowering, it is the perfect sipping View product.
$11.00

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Riesling
American Semi-Dry White Wine Crafted in the Johannesburg style for gentle sweetness, our Riesling is smooth, rich, mouth-filling pleasure. Deep View product.
$13.00

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Badger Blush
American Semi-Dry Red Wine Refreshing, flavorful, spirited and a little sassy, Badger Blush is serious fun in a bottle. A View product.
$11.00

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Contact Us

Botham Vineyards & Winery
8180 Langberry Rd.
Barneveld, WI 53507
1-888-GR8-WINE (478-9463)
[email protected]

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The tasting room is CLOSED FOR THE SEASON, reopening March 4, 2023. SHOP WINE below for shipping or pick up anytime. Dismiss