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Schoolyard Winery

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Gary Younts shapes the program at Schoolyard Winery in Verona, Kentucky, twenty minutes from downtown Cincinnati. The house portfolio spans three reds, Schoolhouse, Homecoming, and Christmas Break, alongside whites Old School and Recess, plus the rosé Teacher's Pet. A tasting room with outdoor seating anchors the work. Younts' engagement with wine runs deep, rooted in more than fifty years of connection to the Rheingau region in Germany. Over the last decade, he has traveled vineyards and wineries across the country, tasting and learning.

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MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
WednesdayClosed
ThursdayClosed
Friday5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
SundayClosed

Good to know

Yes — Schoolyard Winery has a tasting room open to visitors.
Signature bottles include Schoolhouse - Red, Homecoming - Red, Christmas Break - Red, Old School - White, Recess - White, Teacher's Pet - Rose. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
Schoolyard Winery is in Verona, Kentucky. Phone: +1 859-814-4126. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.
The winemaking at Schoolyard Winery is led by Gary Younts. 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.
Monday: Closed | Tuesday: Closed | Wednesday: Closed | Thursday: Closed | Friday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM | Saturday: 3:00 – 8:00 PM | Sunday: Closed Hours may vary seasonally. Confirm by phone or on their website before visiting.
Yes, Schoolyard Winery has outdoor seating. Availability is weather-dependent. Call ahead to confirm, particularly outside summer months.

Location

14923 Walton Verona Rd
Verona, Kentucky, United States of America

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