History

In October 2003, Jamie Like and Anita Frazer purchased a tract of land in Henderson County with approximately 5.9 acres on it with the plan of having a vineyard and one day, a winery. In the spring of 2004, the first acre of grapes was planted. The vines planted represented both French American Hybrids and American varieties of grapes and included: Concord, Niagara, Seyval, Chambourcin, Traiminette and Foch. Since that time, two additional acres have been planted and include two new varieties: Stueben and Vignoles.

In March 2004, the appropriate legal steps were taken to create Ruby Moon Vineyard, LLC. Ruby Moon Vineyard, LLC became licensed in the summer of 2006 under the name Ruby Moon Vineyard & Winery. On November 11, 2006, Ruby Moon Vineyard & Winery opened its doors for business in a charming winery/tasting room and gift shop located on the property that was completed in the fall of 2006.

Ruby Moon Vineyard & Winery had their official ribbon cutting with the Henderson County Chamber of Commerce on Friday, December 15, 2006. They have been featured in numerous articles both in newspapers and magazines across the state.

On March 29, 2007, Henderson County Judge Executive, Sandy Lee Watkins, read a proclamation at Ruby Moon and named the year 2007 as Ruby Moon Vineyard & Winery Year.

The owners of Ruby Moon had the opportunity to select a work of art from an art contest and exhibit that was a joint venture between Ruby Moon Vineyard & Winery and the Ohio Valley Art League in 2007. That work of art was selected for a specialty label that was painted by Frances Wells. The work of art by Frances is entitled, "Afternoon Sun in the Vineyard".

The new label was unveiled at the "First Annual Ruby Moon Arts Festival" on September 13, 2008. The artist, Frances Wells, was on hand that day for a bottle signing.

Ruby Moon Vineyard & Winery, LLC

Directions

From Evansville, IN: Follow 41S to the Pennyrile Parkway and follow the Parkway south to exit 76, which is the 425 By-Pass heading toward Morganfield and Henderson Community College. At the second stoplight, take a left on 41A and we are three miles down on the right.

From Owensboro, KY: Take the Audubon Parkway to Pennyrile Parkway exit. Head south to exit 76 and follow the directions noted above.

From Madisonville, KY: Take the Pennyrile Parkway heading north to exit 76 and follow the directions noted above.

From Morganfield, KY: Take 60 heading east toward Henderson. Take a right on 41 A. Go through the stoplight at the intersection of 41 A and the 425 By-Pass and we are three miles down on the right.

Wine Selections

Current Dry Wine Selections:

• Chambourcin-A dry, oaked, medium bodied red wine that is produced from estate grown grapes
• Marechal Foch - A dry, medium bodied red wine produced from estate grown grapes
• Seyval Blanc - A dry, fruity medium bodied white wine produced from estate grown grapes

Current Semi-Dry Wine Selections:

• Traiminette - A semi-dry, fruity white wine produced from estate grown grapes-Temporarily Out

Current Semi-Sweet Wine Selections:

• Strawberry Wine - A semi-sweet fruit wine produced from locally grown strawberries
• Peach Wine - A semi-sweet fruit wine produced from locally grown peaches

Current Sweet Wine Selections:

• Audubon Red - A sweet red wine made produced from estate grown concord grapes
• Audubon White - A sweet white wine produced from estate grown Niagara grapes Newest Release!
• Cherry Wine - A sweet fruit wine produced from cherries
• Razzle Dazzle Raspberry Wine - A sweet fruit wine produced from locally grown raspberries

Gourmet Cheeses

We now carry a good selection of Kentucky made gourmet cheeses from Kenny's Farmhouse Cheese. We have serving size's available, as well as 8-ounce blocks of cheese for sale. Varieties include; Havarti, Asiago, Colby, Aged & Mild Cheddars, Tomato Basil Cheddar, Garlic Paprika Jack, Jalapeno Jack, Brie and many others. Stop in and try some today.

Home Wine & Beer Making Supplies

We are now carrying a full assortment of wine making supplies for the home wine maker including wine making equipment, WineExpert kits, Alexander’s Sun Country juices, Vintners Harvest fruit bases, bottles, corks, yeast varieties and additives. Please stop by or contact us for all of your home wine making needs.

January Special:

Vintners Harvest Fruit bases (varieties include Plum, Cranberry, Apricot and others) are 25 % off all month and Alexanders Sun Country concentrates (varieties include Zinfadel, Chardonnay, Muscat and others) are 30% off all month.  

Now Available:

We have started to carry a limited amount of home beer making supplies including Muntons kits, priming sugar, caps and equipment.  Other beer making supplies can be special ordered upon request.

This & That

Thinking about a small, private party and wine tasting for 8-10 of your friends, why not talk to us about having it at the winery? You can have a private two-hour tasting and tour for as little as $60.00 per group plus the cost of any wine purchased.

Please join us in our Tuscan inspired tasting room this winter for a great glass of your favorite wine and some gourmet cheese & crackers in front of the fireplace.

Check back on our website for updates on events!

What's Happening 

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Ruby Moon T-Shirts

New "Peace, Love & Ruby Moon Wine" T-shirts are available for sale.  The shirts come in white, yellow or black and are available in both short and long sleeves.  Short sleeve shirts are $16.00 and long sleeve shirts are $18.00.  These would be a great gift for the Ruby Moon fan on your list!

Registration for 2010 Wine Making Classes Underway 

Registration is underway for our popular wine making classes with the home wine maker in mind.  The first series of classes began on Monday, January 4th. 

Each series of classes will be comprised of two, two hour sessions one week apart and will take students through all of the steps necessary to start making wine on a small scale using a hands on approach. The cost of tuition is $50.00 and covers both nights and all class materials.  Graduates of the classes will receive a 10% discount off any purchases at Ruby Moon for one year.

If you are interested in registering for one of the series of classes noted below, contact us and indicate which series you are interested in registering for.  Space is limited so sign up early to ensure that you get a spot.

Series #1 Monday January 4th and 11th- Closed

Series #2 Tuesday, January 19th and 26th-Closed

Series #3 Wednesday, February 3rd and 10th

Series #4 Thursday, February 18th and 25th

* All classes are from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Want to relax? 

What better way to start or end your day this winter than to make a visit to Ruby Moon, enjoy a wine tasting, sample some gourmet cheeses and relax in the Tuscan inspired tasting room with a glass of wine in front of the fireplace.

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