Beer is made by men, wine by God.
– Martin Luther
ABOUT US
Poca Terra Winery
Four generations later, Giovanni’s wine press found its home at John and Karen’s farm in Marshall County, Kentucky. For many years those old tools served merely as conversation pieces, but in the back of John’s mind grew a desire to continue the family tradition. After much research on grape varietals that grow well in the climate and soil of western Kentucky, we planted a small vineyard of Chambourcin vines, a French-American hybrid that produces superb dry and semi-sweet wines that pair well with a wide variety of foods. So far, every step in making our award-winning, estate-bottled Poca Terra wines is done by hand, from the grape harvest, to pressing the grapes in that handed-down wooden press, to bottling and labeling. Our dry reserve is aged in Kentucky white oak barrels. Poca Terra wines are truly a taste of Kentucky!
Our Vision
For many years, Poca Terra has served as our refuge from the stresses of busy jobs. We look forward to sharing the calming ambiance of our home and farm, along with our very special wines, with old friends and new friends alike. Our vision is to convert our 1890-era stock barn into a tasting-room and event center which will serve as the backdrop for monthly events. We currently anticipate the opening of our tasting room for Spring 2022.
In the meantime, we offer Private Tastings, by appointment, on Fridays and Saturdays, 12 noon-5pm, outdoors in a location that takes advantage of current weather conditions. While we do try to accommodate walk-in guests, we appreciate a call ahead so we can ensure a personalized and memorable experience.
Come taste Kentucky!
OUR WINES
Make a Selection
$25
Per Bottle
2018 Chambourcin Dry Red
This elegant dry red boasts smooth tannins balanced with mouth-watering acidity. Complex flavors of plum, strawberry, blackberry, black cherry, black pepper and fennel. Great on its own, this food-loving wine will enhance your enjoyment of richer cuisines such as grilled steaks and pork chops, roasted red meats, and Italian dishes. Serve at room temperature. Drink now or age for up to 10 years.
Only 675 bottles produced.
SWEETNESS SCALE
$25
Per Bottle
$20
Per Bottle
2020 Chambourcin Sweet Rosé –
SOLD OUT!
Only 100 bottles produced.
SWEETNESS SCALE
$20
Per Bottle
2020 Chambourcin Dry Rosé
SOLD OUT!
Only 100 bottles produced.
SWEETNESS SCALE
$20
Per Bottle
$20
Per Bottle
2020 Chambourcin Oaked Rosé
SOLD OUT!
Only 125 bottles produced.
SWEETNESS SCALE
$15
Per Bottle
Sweet White Wine
SWEETNESS SCALE
$15
Per Bottle
$20
Per Bottle
2020 Tawny Owl™
SOLD OUT!
SWEETNESS SCALE
$15
Per Bottle
American Goldfinch (Peach Blackberry)
Inspired by this intelligent and generous songbird, our perfect blend of peach and blackberry wines will brighten your day with its fresh, fruity delightfulness and easy-going style. Share over a tray of assorted deli meats, cheeses, crackers, nuts, and fresh fruits.
SWEETNESS SCALE
$15
Per Bottle
GIFT OPTIONS
Make Someone Feel Special
Gift Baskets
$65 – $75
Vineyard-In-A-Bottle
$30
eGift Card
$15+
OUR EVENTS
Come See Us
Private Wine Tasting Event
$5 per person – Friday & Saturday, 12noon-5pm.
Reservations highly recommended.
OPEN: FRIDAY and SATURDAY, 12 noon – 5pm
RESERVATIONS APPRECIATED.
Poca Terra Release Party
Exact Date:
To Be Determined
As you can see, we are selling out of many of our wines. The rosés are all gone, as is the Tawny Owl. We are so glad that you all love our wines!
So we are looking forward to the “reveal” of our soon-to-be bottled 2019 dry red Chambourcin and a new port-style wine, the Black Raven. We are also busy working on three varieties of our 2021 Chambourcin rosé. If there is one lesson to be learned from wine it is “patience”!
From one great grape comes four great wines!
Come taste Kentucky!
Harvest Party
September 18, 2021
We just wrapped up our 2021 Harvest and, WOW, were we blessed! We had a record-breaking bumper crop of huge, gorgeous, healthy clusters that were quickly crushed and settled into their fermentation tanks. Thanks to our outstanding 2021 Harvesting Crew!
Grape harvest and wine making are a time-honored, ancient tradition. We are delighted to be able to offer our Poca Terra friends and family this unique and memorable opportunity to be active participants in the hands-on process of making our estate-bottled wines. The gathering of the grapes is followed by a delightful celebration of the vineyard’s efforts of the past growing season and a celebration of the next step of our grape’s journey as they transition into our very delicious, pure-Kentucky wines.
Want to be a part of this special experience next year? Attendance is by invitation only and the limited number of spots must be reserved ahead of time.
CONTACT US
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– John and Karen Hlinka