Wines
Dry Wines
Twin Towers Red (red cap)
This red wine is dry but fruity, lightly oaked, and made from locally grown Chambourcin grapes. Its label features the Indiana Cotton Mill in nearby Cannelton, IN. This sandstone structure was Perry County’s first National Historic Landmark.
Twin Towers Red (black cap)
We used French and American oak on this Indiana grown DeChaunac, which created a spicy depth to the wine.
Twin Towers Red (silver cap)
Hungarian oak gives this wine depth and compliments the berry notes of the Dornfelder, Millot and DeChaunac blend of grapes. We believe this is one of best in recent years!
Prime 23 (cream cap 2015 harvest, black cap 2016 harvest, gold cap 2017 harvest)
Dry, fruity, spicy, oaked, and made from locally grown Leon Millot, Foch and Villard grapes. "Prime 23" refers to the Celtic cross carved for Blue Heron Vineyards by local artist Greg Harris. The sandstone cross was carved using multiples of the prime number 23, was built in 23 months and leans approximately 23 degrees.
23 Degrees (silver cap)
We are REALLY excited about this bold red utilizing Norton and Villard Noir French-American hybrids! Aged using Hungarian oak, it has depths and deep color.
Medium Dry Wines
23 Degrees (gold cap 2016 harvest)
From Indiana grown Villard Noir and DeChaunac grapes, this medium-dry red wine with overtones of plum features a slightly sweeter start than the Prime 23 mentioned above. Its title refers to the lean of the Celtic cross rock- which is amazingly close to the lean of the axis of the earth…23 degrees…coincidence? We think not!
Prime 23 (gold cap)
Medium-dry, fruity and oaked, the 2015 version is from Perry County grown Leon Millot, Foch and Frontenac grapes. This utilizes the same "Prime 23" label as above as it has similar fruity characteristics, but not as dry.
Hoosier Red
This is the signature label of the Hoosier Wine Trail. Enjoy Blue Heron’s version of this Indiana-grown Chambourcin grape.
On Deck White (green cap)
Made from Indiana's signature grape, Traminette, this white wine has a floral bouquet and grapefruit finish. Delicious!
23 Degrees (gold cap 2016 harvest)
From Indiana grown Villard Noir and DeChaunac grapes, this medium-dry red wine with overtones of plum features a slightly sweeter start than the Prime 23 mentioned above. Its title refers to the lean of the Celtic cross rock- which is amazingly close to the lean of the axis of the earth…23 degrees…coincidence? We think not!
Prime 23 (gold cap)
Medium-dry, fruity and oaked, the 2015 version is from Perry County grown Leon Millot, Foch and Frontenac grapes. This utilizes the same "Prime 23" label as above as it has similar fruity characteristics, but not as dry.
Hoosier Red
This is the signature label of the Hoosier Wine Trail. Enjoy Blue Heron’s version of this Indiana-grown Chambourcin grape.
On Deck White (green cap)
Made from Indiana's signature grape, Traminette, this white wine has a floral bouquet and grapefruit finish. Delicious!
Sweet Wines (but not too sweet!)
On Deck Red (blue capsule)
This red wine is made from local American grapes and has been sweetened to satisfy the palettes of so many of our local customers. We believe is has a balance that appeals to many. The wine is named "On Deck Red" as it is best when sipped while relaxing on one of Blue Heron Winery‘s decks, perched high above the banks of the Ohio River. When combined with chocolate, this wine reminds us of chocolate covered cherries!
On Deck Red (gold capsule) SOLD OUT!
We wanted to create a wine that honored the wines of Gary’s father, and this has been the result! We used a similar blend of grapes from our “On Deck Red” wine, oaked it rather heavily and loved the layers of interest. It has a balance of sweetness, tartness and smokiness that is wonderful with sharp cheddar, bourbon balls or even dried figs or apricots.
On Deck White (teal cap- Cayuga and Niagra blend)
Also made from local American varietal grapes, this white wine is light and refreshing with the sweetness of honeysuckle and a slightly dry finish. This wine if perfect for a summer afternoon “on our decks” or blended as a spritzer!
Four Blue Stars (Blueberry)
Our Blueberry wine is named after our three children and son-in-law who serve in the military. We are proud of this well-balanced wine made from locally grown white grapes and blended with natural blueberry juices.
Constitution- (Cherry)
This Cherry Wine utilizes tart pie cherry juices blended with our white wine. The result has been a light, sweeter wine with an almond-like finish.
On Deck Red (blue capsule)
This red wine is made from local American grapes and has been sweetened to satisfy the palettes of so many of our local customers. We believe is has a balance that appeals to many. The wine is named "On Deck Red" as it is best when sipped while relaxing on one of Blue Heron Winery‘s decks, perched high above the banks of the Ohio River. When combined with chocolate, this wine reminds us of chocolate covered cherries!
On Deck Red (gold capsule) SOLD OUT!
We wanted to create a wine that honored the wines of Gary’s father, and this has been the result! We used a similar blend of grapes from our “On Deck Red” wine, oaked it rather heavily and loved the layers of interest. It has a balance of sweetness, tartness and smokiness that is wonderful with sharp cheddar, bourbon balls or even dried figs or apricots.
On Deck White (teal cap- Cayuga and Niagra blend)
Also made from local American varietal grapes, this white wine is light and refreshing with the sweetness of honeysuckle and a slightly dry finish. This wine if perfect for a summer afternoon “on our decks” or blended as a spritzer!
Four Blue Stars (Blueberry)
Our Blueberry wine is named after our three children and son-in-law who serve in the military. We are proud of this well-balanced wine made from locally grown white grapes and blended with natural blueberry juices.
Constitution- (Cherry)
This Cherry Wine utilizes tart pie cherry juices blended with our white wine. The result has been a light, sweeter wine with an almond-like finish.
Other Products
Blue Heron Sticks
Gary is the “sculptor” of the walking sticks sold in the Blue Heron businesses. Most come from the property, then he adds his personal touch, enhancing each stick’s natural beauty. Others are carved more decoratively by local craftsmen. The more decorative walking sticks boast a medallion designed by the Dauby’s and cast at the foundry in Grandview, Indiana.
Blue Heron Steak Sauce
This is a favorite family steak sauce with our own private label. We provide this sauce for Rocky Point’s Waterfront Grille Restaurant near our winery. Their staff says they love it with steaks and hamburgers.
Skinner’s Salve
We are recent distributors of a product called “Skinner’s Salve“, a topical ointment that is especially good for stuffy noses, cuts, scrapes and bruises. We’ve found that it stops the itch of mosquito and tick bites as well as provides relief from poison ivy.
Local Art
Area artists and craftsmen frequently display and sell their work at Blue Heron and we are always looking for other local and regional artists to showcase. Currently we have sculptures by Greg Harris of Tell City, pottery by Nita Claise of Tell City, paintings and drawings by Laurie Dinkel and Yellowbanks Pottery of Selvin, IN. In addition, Jon Fuchs of Evansville has watercolor prints gracing the walls as well as prints on sale.
Speaking of art, many of our labels have been designed by graphic artist Danny Bolin of Tell City. Look for more of his work at www.dannybolin.com
Gary is the “sculptor” of the walking sticks sold in the Blue Heron businesses. Most come from the property, then he adds his personal touch, enhancing each stick’s natural beauty. Others are carved more decoratively by local craftsmen. The more decorative walking sticks boast a medallion designed by the Dauby’s and cast at the foundry in Grandview, Indiana.
Blue Heron Steak Sauce
This is a favorite family steak sauce with our own private label. We provide this sauce for Rocky Point’s Waterfront Grille Restaurant near our winery. Their staff says they love it with steaks and hamburgers.
Skinner’s Salve
We are recent distributors of a product called “Skinner’s Salve“, a topical ointment that is especially good for stuffy noses, cuts, scrapes and bruises. We’ve found that it stops the itch of mosquito and tick bites as well as provides relief from poison ivy.
Local Art
Area artists and craftsmen frequently display and sell their work at Blue Heron and we are always looking for other local and regional artists to showcase. Currently we have sculptures by Greg Harris of Tell City, pottery by Nita Claise of Tell City, paintings and drawings by Laurie Dinkel and Yellowbanks Pottery of Selvin, IN. In addition, Jon Fuchs of Evansville has watercolor prints gracing the walls as well as prints on sale.
Speaking of art, many of our labels have been designed by graphic artist Danny Bolin of Tell City. Look for more of his work at www.dannybolin.com
