Baxter’s Vineyards, the oldest winery in the state of Illinois, is a small family winery located in the historic town of Nauvoo, Illinois. The winery was established in 1857 by Emile and Annette Baxter. Today, Baxter’s Vineyards continues within the same family with co-owners, Kelly and Brenda Logan. Kelly is a part of the fifth generation of Baxter’s to grow grapes and apples and make wine in historic Nauvoo.
COVID-19 Update (as of May 25, 2020)
We are OPENING May 29th!! This will be our guidelines for the “new normal” for a while:
Hours will be: Monday - Thursday 9:00 am - 7:00 pm, Friday & Saturday 9:00 am - 9:00 pm & Sunday Noon - 6:00 pm.
There will be outdoor seating only, with parties of 6 or fewer at a table. The tables will be 6’ apart as we try to accommodate social distancing. Tents will also cover the patio to provide shade and comfort.
Curbside pick up is still available. Call the winery at 217-453-2528 or Brenda’s cell 319-325-3853 with your order.
Drinks and food can be ordered in the Winery with consumption on the patio. Accommodations will be made in the event of inclement weather.
For your safety, and that of our employees, we will be using disposable glassware and silverware. Hand sanitizer will be available.
Customers are encouraged wear face coverings over their nose and mouth while on premises, except while at the table.
The Wine Barrel will be open only for restroom use.
Please note: If you are ill, elderly, immunocompromised, pregnant, under the age of 16, experiencing a fever and or cough, or are fearful of contracting COVID 19, we recommend that you consult your health care provider prior to visiting the winery.
We are properly sanitizing as per the CDC guidelines and as per our county health department guidelines.
We are OPENING May 29th!! This will be our guidelines for the “new normal” for a while:
Hours will be: Monday - Thursday 9:00 am - 7:00 pm, Friday & Saturday 9:00 am - 9:00 pm & Sunday Noon - 6:00 pm.
There will be outdoor seating only, with parties of 6 or fewer at a table. The tables will be 6’ apart as we try to accommodate social distancing. Tents will also cover the patio to provide shade and comfort.
Curbside pick up is still available. Call the winery at 217-453-2528 or Brenda’s cell 319-325-3853 with your order.
Drinks and food can be ordered in the Winery with consumption on the patio. Accommodations will be made in the event of inclement weather.
For your safety, and that of our employees, we will be using disposable glassware and silverware. Hand sanitizer will be available.
Customers are encouraged wear face coverings over their nose and mouth while on premises, except while at the table.
The Wine Barrel will be open only for restroom use.
Please note: If you are ill, elderly, immunocompromised, pregnant, under the age of 16, experiencing a fever and or cough, or are fearful of contracting COVID 19, we recommend that you consult your health care provider prior to visiting the winery.
We are properly sanitizing as per the CDC guidelines and as per our county health department guidelines.
Hours of Operation (pre-COVID)Baxter's Vineyards & Winery (Tasting Room & Carol's Pie's) Monday - Saturday, 9 am - 5 pm Sunday, 10 am - 5 pm Jan - March Sunday hours,12 pm - 5 pm The Wine Barrel (at Baxter's Vineyards) Monday, 3 pm - 6 pm Tuesday - Thursday, 3 pm - 7 pm Friday, 3 pm - 9 pm Saturday, 12 noon - 9 pm Sunday, 12 noon - 8 pm The Wine Barrel is a neighborhood bar across the patio from the Tasting Room. Additional hours are available by appointment and are subject to availability of staffing. |
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