Island Grove Wine Blog
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Here at Island Grove we specialize in fine blueberry wines using the freshest blueberries from our own Florida plantations. Along the way we began making different wines and now several years later, we have a whole portfolio of fun, fresh and exciting wines. Browse through our blog to know more about wines, our winery, tips to drink your wine and more!
Island Grove Wine Blog
10M ago
With the 4th of July just around the corner, it's time to celebrate freedom and good times with family and friends. Whether you’re enjoying the day at a backyard barbecue, poolside party, or beach bash, sip on something fun, festive, and most of all, refreshing!
At Island Grove, we believe there is a sun-filled good time in every bottle, and our wine becomes the ideal beverage for this delightful holiday. So hosts and hostesses, get ready to meet your new go-to setup.
Ingredients:
Ice
Fresh berries (a mix of strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries)
Island Grove wine of your ..read more
Island Grove Wine Blog
11M ago
We invite you to join us as we toast in celebration of one of our favorite holidays on May 25th. National Wine Day is the perfect occasion to indulge in the delightful flavors and unique characteristics of Island Grove wines. Each bottle carries its own distinct personality, making your wine experience an adventure in itself. Read on to discover how to celebrate this special day with a few of our different wines.
Sparkling Peach Moscato: For Relaxation on the Front Porch
Imagine yourself on a warm summer evening, sitting on the front porch with friends or family, watching the kids (or dogs ..read more
Island Grove Wine Blog
1y ago
Just another reason we love being a Florida farm and winery- the excitement of an early blueberry harvest! We enjoy the short winter just as much as our low-chill blueberries do.
We’re proud to be blueberry farmers in the Sunshine State for more than 30 years! Because of our sunny climate and early spring, we’re able to produce blueberries from April to May, while most states’ blueberry season is from late July to August. Florida blueberries are the first to ripen in the country and have a short but sweet season. Not only do we have the first blueberries on the market, but we have the best! (O ..read more
Island Grove Wine Blog
1y ago
Party with us this holiday! (yes, staying home in your pajamas is a party)
Raise your glasses this Saturday to celebrate the annual National Drink Wine Day. At Island Grove, we believe you deserve to celebrate with a toast every day, but this holiday is definitely a special occasion! We’ve created a list of 5 intentional and enjoyable ways to not only celebrate but win National Drink Wine Day. So get your glass, bottle, or case of wine ready for February 18th!
1. Send a bottle of wine to a long-distance friend
Living in a different city, state, or country from your friends can be tough. Order ..read more
Island Grove Wine Blog
1y ago
Spring is almost here! What’s a better way to bring in the warmer season than with a local business spotlight!
POP Fusions Gourmet Fruit Pops & POP Fusions Gourmet Wine Pops
Real Fresh. Real Fruit. Real Fun.
This month’s business spotlight is a company that is very dear to our hearts: Pop Fusions located in Inverness, Florida. Their specialty is Florida hand-crafted pops, made with real fruit from local farms. farm-to-stick! Great for the whole family! A great treat you can enjoy! This is a healthy snack that is gluten, dairy, nut, and soy free.
We have had the honor to work closely with ..read more
Island Grove Wine Blog
1y ago
Our Farm Cares - Cheers!
In late 2018, we were honored to become a Farm Cares Award Recipient that shows that our blueberry plants are grown to not only bring health benefits to all of us but also to positively contribute to our environment.
The County Alliance for Responsible Environmental Stewardship (CARES) program was created in 2001 to publicly recognize Florida farmers and ranchers who demonstrate exemplary efforts to protect Florida’s natural resources by implementing Best Management Practices (BMPs).
Since 2010, we have established best management programs (BMPs) here at Island Grove ..read more
Island Grove Wine Blog
1y ago
Pumpkin spice is back with a vengeance and there's a chill in the air (however slight it may be). Fall is officially back and to welcome it, we've created a fun quiz for you to determine your perfect wine companion for this season!
What did you get!?
Crisp Green Apple
Blueberry Moscato
Cranberry Harvest
White Sangria
Backporch Peach ..read more
Island Grove Wine Blog
1y ago
It’s crunch time.
Schedule crunching time, we mean.
As the seasons of life change, some things remain the same. Like how the sweet, chilled blend of strawberries and watermelon can always refresh your taste buds and your mind. Rejuvenate yourself with our limited edition, small batch Schedule Cruncher wine.
We created this wine to be your companion for the dog days of summer, and keep you chilled as the busyness of this new season kicks in gear.
So join us, and let’s raise a toast to savor the sunsets, BBQs, boat days, sun tans and sweet sips of late summer ..read more