River Bend produces award-winning wine and spirits. In 15 years of competition River Bend has received more than 50 gold and silver medals.
River Bend has also been voted "#1 Best Winemaker" in the Chippewa Valley 10+ years in a row including 2022 and 2023.
Here are some of the top awards our most popular wine and spirits have achieved...
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Magenta
A semi-sweet wine. Frontenac grapes pressed immediately upon picking provide Magenta its signature color and crisp acidity. Enjoy chilled with aged cheeses, tangy barbecue or spicy cuisine.
Silver - 2016 Wisconsin State Fair Professional Wine Competition
Gold & Best of Class - 2014 Wisconsin State Fair Professional Wine Competition
Best of Class - 2012 Indy Int'l Wine Competition
Gold & Best of Class - 2011 Wisconsin State Fair Professional Wine Competition
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Sunset
A sweet red wine. Bursting with fruity aroma and radiant color, our winemaker refers to Sunset as "grapes in the glass." Terrific as an after-dinner wine, Sunset also pairs well with crackers, cheese, and sausage.
Gold & Best of Show - 2016 Wisconsin State Fair
Gold & Sweepstakes Finalist - 2015 Mid-American Wine Competition
Silver - 2015 Wisconsin State Fair Professional Wine Competition
Silver- 2013 Indy International Wine Competition
Gold & Best of Class - 2012 Wisconsin State Fair Professional Wine Competition
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LaCrescent
A semi-sweet white wine. LaCrescent is a casual wine with tropical and citrus notes and a lingering finish. Enjoy chilled with your favorite poultry, seafood or Asian dishes.
Double Gold & Best Wisconsin Wine - 2019 Wisconsin State Fair
Judge’s Choice - Wisconsin Pepper Fest
Silver - 2017 Wisconsin State Fair
Gold & Best of Class - 2016 Wisconsin State Fair
Silver - 2015 Wisconsin State Fair
Silver - 2015 Mid-American Wine Competition
Silver - 2014 Wisconsin State Fair Professional Wine Competition
Gold - 2013 Wisconsin State Fair Professional Wine Competition
Double Gold & Best in Class - 2012 Indy Int'l Wine Competition
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Moonlight
A sweet white wine. Aromatic and fruity, Moonlight begins sweet and finishes smooth. Superb as an after-dinner sipping wine, Moonlight also pairs well with fruit and cheese.
Silver - 2015 Wisconsin State Fair Professional Wine Competition
Silver - 2015 Mid-American Wine Competition
Silver - 2014 Wisconsin State Fair Professional Wine Competition
Gold - 2013 Wisconsin State Fair Professional Wine Competition
Double Gold & Best in Class - 2012 Indy Int'l Wine Competition
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Sap Happy Maple Vodka
Our Maple Vodka was released in September of 2023 and has quickly become an award-winning best-seller. With maple syrup sourced from the Chippewa Valley, this tasty spirit is a must-try when visiting the River Bend Distillery.
Gold Winner - Society of Spirits | John Barleycorn Award | Maple Vodka | Corn Vodka | 205. Flavored
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Botanical Gin
Our Gin is infused with botanicals including juniper berries, orange peel, lemon zest and lavender. Citrus and floral notes blend with subtle juniper flavor to produce a light, refreshing spirit perfect with a splash of tonic and twist of lime.
Gold Winner 2023 - Society of Spirits | John Bareycorn Award | Gin | 301. Contemporary (Signature Botanical)