Willow Tree Winery

Willow Tree Vineyard & Winery, LLC is a small boutique-style winery situated in the picturesque town of Ham Lake, Minnesota, just a stone's throw away from the Twin Cities. Founded in 2003 by Jim and Barb Szurek, this winery started as a retirement hobby and blossomed into a thriving family business. The winery is operated by Jim and Barb, along with their son and his family, and many cherished friends who have contributed along the way. The farm has been in the family for over 48 years and spans over an acre, growing cold-climate grapes for the wine produced and sold on-site. The farm is also available to rent for events, providing access to the entire property.

Venue: Plan Your Next Event with Willow Tree

Willow Tree Winery and Vineyard is the perfect location for your next event, be it a wedding, reception, birthday party, corporate event, or a gathering with friends. The venue boasts ample parking, beautiful grounds, and is adaptable for events of any size. With a rustic yet elegant ambiance, Willow Tree Winery and Vineyard promises an unforgettable experience for you and your guests.

Tasting Room: Enjoy Wine in a Relaxing Environment

The Willow Tree tasting room is open Thursday through Sunday, from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm, year-round. Offering wine by the glass or bottle, you can also sample various wines by purchasing a tasting, featuring four tastings for $5. The tasting room offers plenty of space inside, along with numerous outdoor areas for you to unwind, relish your wine, and soak in the serene atmosphere.

Wine Selection: Something for Everyone

Willow Tree Winery offers a diverse range of white and red wines, along with seasonal favorites. With a variety of options, there is truly something for everyone. The wine selection includes:

• RED WINES:

+ Christmas Spirit (Semi-sweet, Earthly dark red-375mL bottle)

+ Eclipse (Medium body, Succulent blackberry with a tart zing)

+ Frontenac (Semi-sweet, Cherry, with hints of blackcurrant)

+ Marquette (Semi-dry, Black cherry and vanilla aromas)

+ Moody Blue (Light body, Tangy & sweet blueberry with a cherry spice flavor)

+ Peat Bog Red (Semi-dry, Soft notes of cherry and plum)

+ Red Shed (Semi-sweet, Blueberry and Strawberry refreshing acidity. Most popular)

+ Red Sand (Dry, Tart with flavors of plum and cocoa)

+ Swamp House Red (Semi-dry, Earthly dark red with tone of hibiscus and cherry)

+ Valiant (Medium dry, Reminiscent of blackberry jam a hint of tartness)

• WHITE WINES:

+ Apple (Pleasant fruitiness, Delicious finish)

+ BFF White wine blend (Our special white wine blend)

+ Dew (Sweet & fruity, Peach and Apricot, a refreshing delight. Most popular)

+ Frontenac Blanc (Semi-sweet, Flavors of pear and finishing with a fresh and juicy acidity)

+ Frost (Semi-dry, Crisp & grassy taste)

+ Mist (Off dry, Taste of floral and fruit with gentle but crisp acidity)

+ Pear (Fruity, Local pears)

+ Pumpkin (Tastes like pumpkin pie)

+ Rain (Semi-Sweet, Displays a flowery, almost perfumed, aromas a high acidity)

+ Sprinkle (Semi-dry, Creamy & buttery)

+ St. Pepin (Semi-Sweet, Hints of ripe pineapple and green apple on the palate)

+ Storm (Semi-dry, Lemon & green apples)

+ Willow Cranberry (Pleasant, Flavor Cranberry Flavor)