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Stone Cliff Winery

Stone Cliff Winery

About Stone Cliff Winery

Stone Cliff Winery occupies the Historic Star Brewery building in the Port of Dubuque, where original tin ceilings frame views of the Mississippi River and the historic train bridge. Bob and Nan Smith founded the winery in 2001, though vines were planted in 1995. The program produces Purple Cow wine and Dubuque Star Beer, which the Smiths acquired the rights to in 2022. Tasting flights of five local Iowa wines run $15, as do Dubuque Star Beer flights. Lunch is served weekdays from 11AM to 2PM. Live music plays Friday and Saturday nights from 6 to 9PM and Sunday afternoons from 3 to 6PM, with no cover charge.

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Visiting Stone Cliff Winery

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Tasting room
Open to visitors

When to visit Stone Cliff Winery

Monday11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Sunday11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Good to know about Stone Cliff Winery

Yes, Stone Cliff Winery has a tasting room open to visitors.
Signature bottles include Purple Cow. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
Yes, Stone Cliff Winery 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.
Yes, Stone Cliff Winery welcomes dogs. Policies usually cover outdoor areas only and expect dogs on a leash. Call ahead if you're bringing more than one, or if the weather is pushing everyone indoors.
Stone Cliff Winery is in Dubuque, Iowa. Phone: +1 563-583-6100. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.
Stone Cliff Winery was established in 2001, giving the estate 25 years to develop its wine program and farming practices.
Stone Cliff Winery offers: Wine Tasting Flight, Beer Flight, Live Music, Lunch Service and Custom Labels. 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: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM | Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM | Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM | Thursday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM | Friday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM | Saturday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM | Sunday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM Hours may vary seasonally. Confirm by phone or on their website before visiting.
Yes, Stone Cliff Winery has outdoor seating. Availability is weather-dependent. Call ahead to confirm, particularly outside summer months.

Where to find Stone Cliff Winery

600 Star Brewery Dr Ste 100
Dubuque, Iowa, United States of America

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