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Lake Hill Winery
Carthage

Lake Hill Winery

About Lake Hill Winery

Lake Hill Winery sits on 63 acres west of Carthage Lake, planted between April and June of 2011. The winery was founded in 2010 and held its grand opening on New Year's Eve 2011. Rachel Slama and Brian McClellan have owned and operated the winery since 2022. The cellar works with Norton, Chardonel, Chardonnay, Seval Blanc, Vignoles, Concord, and Niagara. Norton ages in 100% American oak. The tasting room pours wine and beer. Two banquet halls, the Barrel Room and a larger hall seating over 400, anchor the property.

Tasting Experiences

Tasting Room

Large tasting room featuring personalized wines, full liquor and beer bar, and wine lover's gift shop

Event Hosting

Multiple banquet halls and outdoor spaces available for weddings, receptions, corporate events, and celebrations

Custom Wine Labels

Create custom wine labels with pictures, logos, and photos for special occasions

Varietals

NortonChardonelChardonnaySeval BlancVignolesConcordNiagara

When to visit Lake Hill Winery

MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
WednesdayClosed
ThursdayClosed
Friday4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Saturday12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Sunday12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Good to know about Lake Hill Winery

Can you visit Lake Hill Winery? Is there a tasting room?

Yes, Lake Hill Winery has a tasting room open to visitors (from their website, September 5, 2026).

What wines does Lake Hill Winery specialize in?

Lake Hill Winery focuses on Norton, Chardonel, Chardonnay, Seval Blanc and Vignoles, and more. Signature bottles include Norton, Chardonel, 1812, Vishnu Springs, Horselick, Hogwash, Poppin' Cherry, Bare it All Blackberry, Chocolate Strawberry.

Does Lake Hill Winery serve food?

Yes, Lake Hill Winery has food available alongside tastings.

Where is Lake Hill Winery located?

Lake Hill Winery is at 1822 Ecr 1540 in Carthage, Illinois. Phone: +1 217-357-2675.

When was Lake Hill Winery founded?

Lake Hill Winery was established in 2010.

Who makes the wine at Lake Hill Winery?

The winemaking at Lake Hill Winery is led by Brian McClellan.

What tasting experiences does Lake Hill Winery offer?

Lake Hill Winery offers Tasting Room, Event Hosting and Custom Wine Labels.

What are Lake Hill Winery's tasting hours?

Lake Hill Winery is open Friday, 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Saturday, 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and Sunday, 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM, closed Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

Does Lake Hill Winery have outdoor seating?

Yes, Lake Hill Winery has outdoor seating.

Where to find Lake Hill Winery

Lake Hill Winery is at 1822 Ecr 1540, Carthage, Illinois, United States.

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