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Dead Head Winery Company

Dead Head Winery Company

About

A century-old funeral home in Monongahela, Pennsylvania, now houses Michael Kissling's winery. The name honors his grandmother, a mortician who cut dead heads. The building holds a production area, tasting room, and outdoor concert venue. Kissling sources grapes from Pennsylvania, Michigan, Washington, Chile, and California, aging the wine in American, Whiskey, and Bourbon barrels. The portfolio spans red, white, and fruit wines.

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Varietals

Cabernet FrancCabernet SauvignonCatawbaChancellorIsabellaChambourcinFredoniaMaréchal FochMarquetteConcordCarmenereMerlotZinfandelPetite SirahPetit VerdotDelawareDiamondGolden MuscatNiagaraRieslingSeyval BlancTraminetteValvin MuscatVidal Blanc

When to go

MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
WednesdayClosed
Thursday6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Friday6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Saturday4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Sunday1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Good to know

Yes — Dead Head Winery Company has a tasting room open to visitors.
Dead Head Winery Company focuses on Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Catawba, Chancellor, Isabella, and more. Signature bottles include Lake Erie Pink Catawba, Lake Erie Steuben, Michigan Black Berry, Michigan Blueberry, Michigan Cherry, Michigan Dragon Fruit, Michigan Mango, Michigan Raspberry, Michigan Plum, Horse Heaven Hills Cabernet Franc, Wahluke Slope Cabernet Sauvignon, Lake Erie Catawba, Lake Erie Chancellor, Pennsylvania Dead Head Red, Lake Erie Isabella, Lake Erie Chambourcin, Lake Erie Fredonia, Lake Erie Maréchal Foch, Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, Lake Erie Marquette, Lake Erie Concord, Chile Carmenere, California Merlot, Lake Erie Geneva Red, Lake Erie Steuben, California Old Vine Zinfandel, Paso Robles Petite Sirah, Lodi Petit Verdot, Washington Walla Walla Valley Merlot, Lake Erie Delaware, Lake Erie Diamond, Lake Erie Golden Muscat, Lake Erie Niagara, Lake Erie Riesling, Columbia Valley Riesling, Lake Erie Seyval Blanc, Lake Erie Traminette, Lake Erie Valvin Muscat, Lake Erie Vidal Blanc. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
Yes, Dead Head Winery Company has food available alongside tastings. Having food while tasting reduces the effect of alcohol and helps you taste more accurately. Worth taking advantage of when offered.
Dead Head Winery Company is in Monongahela, Pennsylvania. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.
The winemaking at Dead Head Winery Company is led by Michael Kissling. Visiting during special events or release weekends is often the best chance to meet the winemaking team and ask questions about specific vintages or techniques.
Dead Head Winery Company offers: Live Music & Events. Seated or guided experiences typically include more context about the wines and the estate's approach. Worth booking if you want depth over breadth.
Monday: Closed | Tuesday: Closed | Wednesday: Closed | Thursday: 6:00 – 10:00 PM | Friday: 6:00 – 10:00 PM | Saturday: 4:00 – 10:00 PM | Sunday: 1:00 – 5:00 PM Hours may vary seasonally. Confirm by phone or on their website before visiting.
Yes, Dead Head Winery Company has outdoor seating. Availability is weather-dependent. Call ahead to confirm, particularly outside summer months.

Location

300 2Nd St
Monongahela, Pennsylvania, United States of America