French Ridge Vineyards

Scott and Kathy Buente established French Ridge Vineyards in spring 2001 on 23 acres in Killbuck, Ohio, the first winery owned and operated inside Holmes County. Twenty-three thousand vines yield 13 grape types across 22 wine varieties, all bottled at 11% alcohol. The program ranges from fruit wines, Apple made from golden delicious apples alone and Blueberry at 100% fruit, to grape blends like Bonita, a mix of Traminette, Catawba, and DeChaunec. Frosty draws from Concord grapes frosted before harvest. Cabin rentals overlook the vineyard and include a queen bed, kitchenette, private bathroom with shower, private deck, and charcoal grill. Guided vineyard tours run Saturdays in September at 2pm.