Iowa's Best Winery Named: Cedar Ridge Distillery Tops State List
A national roundup of the top winery in every state has named Cedar Ridge Distillery in Swisher as Iowa's best, highlighting the state's growing reputation for cold-climate winemaking and innovative bottlings.
The list, compiled by Tasting Table and published by AOL, celebrates wineries that are redefining American wine country beyond traditional hubs like California and Oregon. For Iowa, the nod went to Cedar Ridge, a family-owned operation set in farmland outside of Swisher that has helped elevate the state's wine profile.
What makes Cedar Ridge Iowa's top winery?
Cedar Ridge's estate vineyards specialize in cold-hardy Midwestern grapes such as La Crescent and Marquette. These varieties thrive