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Meranda Nixon Winery
Ripley

Meranda Nixon Winery

About Meranda Nixon Winery

Sixteen acres in Ripley, Ohio, converted from tobacco and grain farming into vineyard. The program produces between 1,500 and 2,000 cases annually, drawing from Traminette, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Norton, and Catawba. The 2021 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, 2021 Estate Cabernet Franc, and 2021 No. 18 Estate Norton anchor the portfolio. A one-story tasting room opens Fridays noon to seven and Saturdays ten to five. Second Saturday steak or salmon dinners pair wine with food.

Tasting Experiences

Vineyard and Winery Tours

Guided tours of the vineyards and winery facilities

Wine Tasting

Tastings available in the tasting room with panoramic vineyard views

Salmon or Steak Dinner

Second Saturday of each month featuring gourmet food and wine pairings with choice of steak or salmon entrée paired with house wine. Reservations required.

Barrel Tasting

Annual event on 11/28 featuring barrel tastings, appetizers, and souvenir wine glass for $20 per person. No reservations required.

Special Events

Seasonal events including Memorial Day weekend, July 4th, and Labor Day weekend with complimentary food with wine purchase

Varietals

TraminetteCabernet FrancCabernet SauvignonChardonnayNortonCatawba

When to visit Meranda Nixon Winery

MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
WednesdayClosed
ThursdayClosed
Friday12:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Saturday11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
SundayClosed

Good to know about Meranda Nixon Winery

Can you visit Meranda Nixon Winery? Is there a tasting room?

Yes, Meranda Nixon Winery has a tasting room open to visitors (from their website, September 5, 2026). Walk-ins are welcome.

What wines does Meranda Nixon Winery specialize in?

Meranda Nixon Winery focuses on Traminette, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay and Norton, and more. Signature bottles include 2021 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, 2021 Estate Cabernet Franc, 2021 No. 18 Estate Norton.

Do you need a reservation to visit Meranda Nixon Winery?

No, Meranda Nixon Winery welcomes walk-ins (from their website, September 5, 2026).

Does Meranda Nixon Winery serve food?

Yes, Meranda Nixon Winery has food available alongside tastings.

Is Meranda Nixon Winery dog-friendly?

Yes, Meranda Nixon Winery welcomes dogs.

Does Meranda Nixon Winery offer vineyard tours?

Yes, Meranda Nixon Winery offers vineyard tours. Options include Vineyard and Winery Tours, Wine Tasting, Salmon or Steak Dinner, Barrel Tasting and Special Events.

Where is Meranda Nixon Winery located?

Meranda Nixon Winery is at 6517 Laycock Rd in Ripley, Ohio. Phone: +1 937-618-9381.

What are Meranda Nixon Winery's tasting hours?

Meranda Nixon Winery is open Friday, 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM, and Saturday, 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM, closed Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

Does Meranda Nixon Winery have outdoor seating?

Yes, Meranda Nixon Winery has outdoor seating.

Where to find Meranda Nixon Winery

Meranda Nixon Winery is at 6517 Laycock Rd, Ripley, Ohio, United States.

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