One local winery’s vineyard has been recognized as the best in the state.
In a presentation at the 2015 Iowa Wine Growers Association Conference, Tassel Ridge Winery in Leighton was named 2014 Vineyard of the Year. When presenting the award to Tassel Ridge Vineyard Manager Adam Nunnikhoven, Mike White of ISU Extension noted that Tassel Ridge has consistently made its vineyards available for educational tours and programs for ISU Extension, DMAAC’s Viticulture and Enology Program, and other educational programs around the state.