The sloping shores of Lake Ellen provide the natural protection for the Chisago grapes in our Deer Garden vineyard, enabling them to ripen late into the season. The result is a pleasingly sweet wine with intense flavors of cherry and plum.
The grape for this wine was developed by Kevin and Kyle Peterson, Winehaven's father and son winemaking team. They named the grape "Chisago" after the scenic area where it originated. WineHaven has been awarded the U.S. Plant Patent 19,246 for the Chisago grape, characterized by its unique combination of outstanding wine quality, vigor and winter hardiness.
Silver Medal Winner - 2021 International Eastern Wine Competition and East Meets West Wine Competition
Bronze Medal Winner - 2021 San Francisco International Wine Competition!
This premium honey wine, traditionally known as mead, is made from a blend of Minnesota wildflower and basswood honey. The result is a smooth, nicely-balanced wine with intense honey flavors and a crisp, delicate finish. Try it with spicy cuisine!
Winner of over 30 medals, including 8 golds!
Best of Class - 2022 East Meets West Challenge
Double Gold Medal Winner, Best of Class, Best of Show - 2021 International Eastern Wine Competition and East Meets West Wine Competition
Gold Medal Winner - 2021 San Francisco International Wine Competition
Made from the winter-hardy Marquette grape, this dry red wine exhibits black currant flavors and aromas integrated with notes of blackberries, pepper and plum. Excellent with beef, pasta or wild game.
Silver Medal Winner - 2021 San Francisco International Wine Competition
Silver Medal Winner - 2021 International Eastern Wine Competition and East Meets West Wine Competition
A fruity, sweet wine that exudes fresh raspberry aromas and flavors. Try it chilled (or even over ice) as a great refresher or as an after dinner wine.
Awarded the title of "Best Fruit Wine" and a Double Gold Medal at the 2021 San Francisco International Wine Competition
Winehaven's Lakeside Rosé is a delicious blend of strawberry and cherry flavors followed by a crisp, refreshing finish. Its soft and easy drinking nature makes it the perfect wine for entertaining and casual meals, or just enjoy it by the lake!
Silver Medal Winner - 2022 East Meets West Wine Challenge
The grape for this wine was developed by Kevin and Kyle Petereson, WineHaven's father and son winemaking team. WineHaven has been awarded U.S. Plant Patent 31,039 for the Nicollet grape, characterized by its unique combination of disease resistance, winter hardiness and tropical fruit-forward aromas and flavors.
