Larry Rohatsch planted his first batch of grapes in 1998 on the property where he grew up. His intent? ...to explore the idea of winemaking. His parents, Ron and Nancy Rohatsch, watched with interest as their son explored this new venture. Choosing not to wait the three years it typically takes for vines to produce premium grapes, Larry chose to purchase grapes from other vineyards. He soon found himself knee-deep in juice, figuratively, of course.

In time, Larry entered different varieties of his homemade wines in local and national competitions with encouraging results. These successes were validation of what friends and family have long stated. Along with his parents, Ron and Nancy, Larry and wife Sheila founded Loess Hills Vineyard and Winery!

Loess Hills Vineyard and Winery would like to acknowledge the efforts of all of our grape growers, without whom we would not be able to bring you the wonderful Iowa wines. Thank you to everyone!

•     > Windy Ridge Vineyard, owned by Dale & Pam Buettner
  
•     > Varellas Vineyard, owned by Chuck Varellas
  
•     > Bella Mia Hills Vineyard, owned by Greg & Marianna Anderson
  
•     > Four Oaks Vineyard, owned by Larry & Kathy Argersinger
  
•     > Christofferson Vineyard, owned by Tom Christofferson
  

Western Iowa Wine Trail

Loess Hills Vineyard and Winery is proud to be a member of the Western Iowa Wine Trail, a group of local wineries. Learn about the Heartland's newest tourist destinations featuring fine wine, great food, cultural events, antiques, gaming, camping, fishing, skiing, museums, and much, much more! Visit the Western Iowa Wine Trail Website to learn more!

Please browse the Iowa Wine and Beer Promotion Board's Website to find other Iowa wineries and breweries. Many of them post a schedule of events for the various wineries and breweries. www.iowawineandbeer.com

Swinarski Photography

Check out Adam & Bill's breathtaking artwork! They provided the picture of our vineyard that is on all of our wine labels and have several photos hanging in our winery that are for sale!

Other Local Attractions "close to the vine"

Western Iowa Tourism - plan a trip to Western Iowa and include Loess Hills Vineyard & Winery!

  

  

Loess Hills Scenic Byways Check out the hills where our grapes are grown!

Crescent View Bed and Breakfast is just up the street!

Mount Crescent Ski Area is just three miles to the north!

Restaurants in the Crescent Area - do not miss these!

Hitchcock Nature Center, Honey Creek, IA, is only fives miles north

The Mid-America Center is your local venue to major events. 15 minutes away!

Bass Pro Shops - premium outdoor gear. 15 minutes away!

Horseback Riding is available just five miles south of Crescent

Cabela's La Vista, NE (25 minutes away)

Qwest Center 15 minutes away in downtown Omaha

Henry Doorly Zoo located in southeast Omaha

Three Local Casinos for your gaming, entertainment and dining enjoyment

Museum of Religious Arts 26 miles away in Logan, Iowa.

Omaha's Famous Downtown Old Market is only 20 minutes away.

Girls and Boys Town 25 minutes away in West Omaha.

Joslyn Art Museum downtown Omaha (20 minutes away).

Durham Museum Explore, Discover, Remember. Only 20 minutes away in downtown Omaha.

Omaha Performing Arts Centers Downtown Omaha

Omaha Restaurant Guide ...a little wine before your dinner?

Strategic Air and Space Museum 40 minutes southwest of Omaha.