The Romance of Italy in the Hills of Southern Illinois
Anchoring the eastern end of the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, our winery offers award-winning Illinois wines, classical Tuscan style and breathtaking views of the Shawnee National Forest. Designed with Tuscan-inspired décor including stucco walls, hand-hewn beams, Portuguese tiles and beautifully carved doors, we know that you will enjoy the carefree elegance of the winery while savoring a glass of our hand-crafted wine.
Where it’s always a Blue Sky day
Blue Sky
Vineyard
Built on the dream of one day planting and operating a vineyard in the region, the same passion, persistence and determination for growing quality wine was expanded to include the total winery experience. We invite you to enjoy the charm of our Tuscan villa, savor hand-crafted wines and create memories that will last forever.
STORIES
FROM THE
VINE YARD
Every Sip, a Story
Nestled in the hills of Makanda, Illinois, Blue Sky Vineyard celebrates the delicate edge of place. Our vines root into slender loess soils over limestone, where each vine works for its share. Amid woodlands and hand-tended gardens, every bottle we craft reveals the character, patience, and pride of our land. A harmonious balance of rustic elegance and refined tradition.
Wild Beauty,
Timeless Moments
Gather Where the Hills Hold Magic
Blue Sky Vineyard offers a setting unlike any other, Tuscan-inspired architecture, a lush 13-acre vineyard, and the wild beauty of the Shawnee Forest. From timeless weddings to intimate celebrations, our team helps bring your vision to life with ease, elegance, and a touch of magic.
Where Every Sunrise is Savored
Savor slow mornings and scenic views in one of our elegant suites perched above the tasting room where Tuscan charm meets the rolling hills of the Shawnee. Each stay begins with a petite Rise & Shine breakfast and unfolds into a day of wine, comfort, and countryside wandering.
