About

Kite Hill Vineyards is a family-owned winery in the Shawnee Hills AVA of Southern Illinois near Carbondale, producing handcrafted wines from local grapes like Chambourcin, Chardonel, and Viognier. They focus on ripe fruit flavors using state-of-the-art techniques at their on-site facility built in 2010. Award-winning vintages are offered in a scenic tasting room with vineyard views, just 10 minutes from Southern Illinois University.

Shawnee Hills AVA terroir Chambourcin, Chardonel, Viognier Estate-grown grapes
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Kite Hill Vineyards header image Vineyard grapes at Kite Hill
Products
Chambourcin
A bold red with notes of black cherry and spice, aged in oak barrels for a smooth finish.
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Sweet Horizon
A sweet dessert wine with honey and peach undertones, perfect for pairing with light desserts.
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Vidal Blanc
A crisp, refreshing white wine with citrus and green apple flavors, ideal for summer sipping.
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Awards
Silver Medal, Illinois State Fair Wine Competition 2022 2022