Brooks Hill Winery, the little winery up the hill, is a dream come true for Mike and Karen Hatzell. The winery has brought them the opportunity to pursue activities that they have long enjoyed.

Mike's initial love of the land and farming developed in his youth when he would spend summers with his aunt and uncle, Barbara and Lewis Bandy, on their farm in Irvington, Kentucky. This love has stayed with him throughout his life's journey. While stationed in France during his army enlistment, Mike developed a taste for wine and a deep interest in the wine making process.

When Mike and Karen married in 1996, he expressed to her his dream to someday own and operate a vineyard and winery. Over the years Mike has casually looked for the right property. He was drawn to Brooks Hill where the Hatzell family roots run deep. After one look at the property, Mike could envision the vineyard and winery, it took Karen quite a bit longer to see it! In August 2006, Mike and Karen purchased the property where Brooks Hill Winery sits.

It is their hope that you will come and visit them at Brooks Hill Winery, the little winery up the hill, meet their beautiful labradoodle, Lili, enjoy some Brooks Hill wine, walk in the woods, sit on the patio, under the pavilion or in front of the fireplace and just uncork and unwine!

Forest Edge Winery sits adjacent to Bernheim Forest and just down the road from James B Beam Distilling Co. Inside the tasting room you will find yourself a part of the warm and inviting atmosphere. Children are welcome here, too. There is a child size door that leads to a small playroom for the young ones!

Many unique wines are created at Forest Edge Winery. Be sure to add these to your tasting choices: Chocca-Con, Ridge Runner Red (aged in Kentucky Bourbon barrels), Summer Daze, and a local favorite, Bluegrass Blend. They also boast a couple of unique products such as Wine-O-Rita and Wine-O-Colada both packaged in cans instead of bottles. Forest Edge Winery also offers prepackaged snacks like crackers, cheese, and trail mix to enjoy with your wine.

THE LEGEND
It began when Paul Jones, Jr., the founder of Four Roses Bourbon, became smitten by the beauty of a Southern belle. It is said that he sent a proposal to her, and she replied that if her answer were “Yes,” she would wear a corsage of roses on her gown to the upcoming grand ball. Paul Jones waited for her answer excitedly on that night of the grand ball…when she arrived in her beautiful gown, she wore a corsage of four red roses. He later named his Bourbon “Four Roses” as a symbol of his devout passion for the lovely belle, a passion he thereafter transferred to making his beloved Four Roses Bourbon.

Gallant Fox Brewing Company is named in honor of the American Thoroughbred racehorse, Gallant Fox, who was the second winner of the American Triple Crown. The brewery offers a delicious pub grub menu, a large bourbon bar, and of course, their own craft beer selection as well as some guest beers. Be sure to try The Golden Bullitt, named after the county in which it resides.

John & Donna Miller wanted to honor their family's Italian heritage, and what better way to do that than open a winery? MillaNova Winery has a unique setting on 22 acres with a panoramic view from a covered pavilion. Open for wine tastings, this award-winning winery is a child and pet friendly facility with a large tasting room. Wines are sold by the glass, bottle, or case. Groups of 6 or more require a reservation.

Nestled behind the pines on 16 acres you will find Bullitt County’s first commercial vineyard. Wight-Meyer Vineyards offers award-winning wines made from Kentucky grapes. We invite you to visit our tasting room and sample some of the best wines Kentucky has to offer.

A complete sensory experience awaits as you enjoy premium Kentucky wines amidst the natural beauty of rural Kentucky