Southern Illinois Winery

Southern Illinois Winery and Vineyard

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Monte Alegre Vineyard and Cellars

Monte Alegre is the first vineyard and winery within the city of Carbondale, in Southern Illinois. Come stroll down Ponce Wine Trail and taste the wines grown in this beautiful region of the heartland. Monte Alegre Vineyard and Ponce Cellars offer spectacular vineyard views and prime red and white wines that have made Southern Illinois a favorite tourist destination for wine lovers and their families throughout the Midwest. You can also degustate red Ports and Sangrias, all in a single stop.

Southern Illinois residents and tourists alike flock to this wine trail to get immersed in the beauty of growing, bottling, and degustating wine. Monte Alegre Vineyard and Ponce Cellars form the perfect stop in Southern Illinois for learning how to cultivate grapes for white and red wine, touring the wine cellars, degustating wines.

Come visit the Ponce Wine Trail and Monte Alegre Vineyard and Cellars in Carbondale, Southern Illinois!

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About Monte Alegre Vineyard and Cellars

David Ponce, long-time resident of Carbondale, Illinois, founded Monte Alegre Vineyard and Cellars in 1990. This winery on the Ponce Trail in Southern Illinois grew out of his passion for wine, cultivation, and engineering. A perfect union of these interests, Monte Alegre Wines continues to grow in popularity as more wine distributors seek the fine red and white wines David is currently producing.

David's love for cultivating, bottling, selling, and sharing his wine, however, extends beyond the grounds of the Ponce Wine Trail in Carbondale, Southern Illinois. In addition to running this winery, David also reaches out to the larger regional, national, and international wine producing community via his consulting group, pH Wine Engineering. Learn more about what David can do for anyone interested in cultivating their own wine or to simply gather more information about the science that goes into this art.

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Wine List, last updated December 20, 2009

All wines offered for sale are Estate grown at Monte Alegre Vineyard and fermented and aged on location at Ponce Cellars.

Enjoy Wine Tastings for $3.00; WINE GLASS INCLUDED

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DAWG DAZE ROSÉ SOLD OUT: A blend of labrusca and red hybrid grapes finished in a semi-sweet style. Should be served very chilled (45F) and it is perfect for gulping by the pool side, a picnic or tailgating with friends.

CHARDONEL NEW RELEASE: A demisec white variétal finished in a light semi-dry style with aromas of citrus and pear, yet smooth and great for sipping or pairing with fish or fowl. Should be served chilled (50 F).

VIDAL BLANC: This golden full bodied white is smooth and hearty, best paired with summer favorites such as BBQ ribs and chicken. It is well balanced and pairs with most rich dishes. Excellent for cook outs or with cheese, olives, and nuts. Serve at room temperature or slightly chilled (55 F) .

LIQUID POETRY: This one is for the PORT lover and the discriminating sweet tooth. This dessert wine has 50% more alcohol than our table reds and is a great companion to chocolate, brownies, and cheese cake.

FOND DE CAVE 2002 NEW RELEASE: (Botton-of-the-cave)
A well aged, full bodied red table blend of Chambourcin and Norton grapes finished dry in Hungarian oak. Great pairing with red meats, wild game and grilled chicken. Should be served at room temperature (68F).

NORTON: A premium red table varietal finished dry in French oak. Also known as Cynthiana, this homeland grape is original to North America. A full bodied wine, it is to be enjoyed for its wholesome quality as well as for its American heritage. Serve at room temperature (68F).

CHAMBOURCIN 2004: Our top of the line dry red table wine, aged in oak barrels with French and American staves, has been handcrafted for the Connoisseur’s palate resulting in a full bodied wine with nuances of vanilla and chocolate. A carnivore’s delight, this wine pairs naturally with grilled juicy red meats. Serve at room temperature (68 F).

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Winter Hours: February 1, 2011 - May 31, 2011 (Memorial Day)
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Thursday: 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Friday: 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Saturday: 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Sunday: 2:00pm - 5:30pm

Please call 618-549-3952 or 877-549-3952 (TOLL FREE) with any questions.

Directions to Monte Alegre Vineyard and Cellars

Monte Alegre Vineyard and Cellars
473 Ponce Trail
Carbondale, IL 62901

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Located 1 ½ miles east of Carbondale and ¼ mile north of State Rt. 13.

From Carbondale,
Drive 1 ½ miles east on Rt 13 to the first stop light which is the Reed Stn. Rd. Make a left turn onto Reed Stn. Rd going north for ¼ mile to Ponce Trail on the left side of the Rd. Make a left turn on Ponce Trail and drive ¼ mi. Make a right turn at gate to drive into the vineyard. The Winery is located on the north side of the vineyard.

From Marion,
Drive west on State Rt. 13 for approximately 10 miles to the Reed Stn, Rd. Make a right turn onto Reed Stn. Rd going north for ¼ mile to Ponce Trail on the left side of the Rd. Make a left turn on Ponce Trail and drive ¼ mi. Make a right turn at gate to drive into the vineyard. The Winery is located on the north side of the vineyard.

Contact Monte Alegre Vineyard and Cellars

For any inquiries, please contact us via one of the following methods:

Telephone:1-877-549-3952

Email: info@montealegrewines.com

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