Ruby Moon Vineyard & Winery
Photos courtesy of Darrin Phegley
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 articles in The Gleaner newspaper dated Sunday, November 12, 2006 and Friday, January 5, 2007. They were featured in the October 31, 2006 edition of the Images Magazine that is published and distributed through the Henderson County Chamber of Commerce. They were also featured in an article in the November 1, 2007 edition of News 4 U. Most recently, they were noted as a destination get- away in the February 2008 Kentucky Living Magazine. 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. During the months of June and July 2007, local artists were seen spending time in the vineyard sketching, taking pictures observing, etc… to prepare them to create works of art for the Ruby Moon Art Exhibit. The exhibit was the result of a joint venture between Ruby Moon Vineyard & Winery and the Ohio Valley Art League. The exhibit was shown in the rotunda of the Henderson County Public Library from August 10 to October 13, 2007. The owners of Ruby Moon had the opportunity to select a work of art from the exhibit for a future specialty label that was painted by Frances Wells. The work of art by Frances is entitled, “ Afternoon Sun in the Vineyard”.	Ma Hours of Operation Tuesday-Saturday 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Free Wine Tasting With Purchase Self Guided Tours Closed on Sunday & Monday Contact Information 9566 US Hwy 41 A Henderson, KY Phone: 270-830-7660 Fax: 270-826-3402 Email: anitaandjamie@hotmail.com Directions From Evansville: 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: Take the Audubon Parkway to Pennyrile Parkway exit. Head south to exit 76 and follow the directions noted above. From Madisonville: Take the Pennyrile Parkway heading north to exit 76 and follow the directions noted above. From Morganfield: Take 60 heading west 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. Breaking News The results of the 2008 Kentucky Wine & Vine Competition and the 2008 Kentucky WineFest Competition are in and Ruby Moon has four award winning wines! We received a silver medal for our Stellar White wine, bronze medals for our Audubon Red and Kentucky Chambourcin wines while receiving two bronze medals for our Audubon White wine. Current Dry Wine Selections Chambourcin- A dry, full bodied red wine made from estate gown grapes Stellar White (Chardonnay)-A dry un-oaked, medium bodied white wine with crisp citrus notes Marechal Foch- A dry, medium bodied red wine made from estate grown grapes Seyval Blanc- A dry, crisp white wine made from estate grown grapes Current Semi-Dry Wine Selections Traiminette-A semi-dry, fruity white wine made from estate grown grapes with lots of citrus notes 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 Apple Wine-A sweet, earthy wine produced from apple juice from Reid’s Orchard in Owensboro Elderberry Wine-A sweet “old time” fruit wine produced from elderberries, which are commonly referred to as the “Englishman’s grape”. Blackberry Wine-A sweet fruit wine produced from locally grown blackberries-Temporarily Sold Out Ruby Moon News & Events May 17-We will be having our “First Annual Scavenger Hunt in the Vineyard” from 2-4 p.m. Registration is $10.00 for teams of two. The winning team will receive a cash prize and all teams will win something for participating. In addition, a portion of the proceeds collected from registrations fees will be donated to the Henderson Humane Society. May 24-Please join us for “Backyard Fun in the Vineyard” from 2-4 p.m. to help celebrate the start of summer fun on Memorial Day weekend. We will be having a Washer tournament with registration being $5.00 per person with cash prizes being given to the winners. A portion of proceeds from the registration fees collected will be donated Riverbend Academy. May 31-Please join us for “Demonstration Day in the Vineyard” from 2-4 p.m. Have the opportunity to watch local experts demonstrate their talents and purchase their wares. See honey related products made from locally produced honey; learn how make pottery, or create a Bonsai tree while enjoying a glass of wine or micro brew beer. June 7-We will be closed for a private event. July 12-Come out to the vineyard and enjoy Australian singer, songwriter and guitarist, Martine Locke from 7 to 9:00 p.m. Admission is $10 per person. Please bring your own lawn chairs and blankets. September 13-Please join us from 9 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. in the vineyard for our “First Annual Ruby Moon Arts Festival”. Stroll through the vineyard while looking at beautiful works of art that are offered for sale by members of the Henderson Society of Art. 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 $50.00 plus the cost of any wine purchased. Please join us on the patio this summer for a glass of wine or one of our great selections of micro brew beers Check back on our website for updates on events

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