Von Stiehl • Winery • Distillery • Cidery (Craft Beer & Brewery in Algoma WI)

Von Stiehl is a triple‑threat – winery, distillery and cidery – perched on the edge of Algoma’s harbour, and it proudly wears the title of Wisconsin’s oldest licensed winery. Since 1967 the Stiehl family has been coaxing fruit from Door and Kewaunee counties into over forty different wines, from cherry‑kissed reds to crisp apple whites, while also bottling ciders and spirits that could make a purist weep with delight.

The premises sit inside a 150‑year‑old building that still smells of oak and ambition. Inside, a cellar and production floor hum with activity, while the tasting rooms offer a fireplace that’s perfect for warming hands after a brisk walk along the terrace. Outside, a uniquely‑situated patio lets you sip an ale (yes, they actually serve ale) and watch the harbour traffic drift by, while a dedicated cidery bar showcases a surprisingly extensive menu of fermented apple goodness. Tours start just across the street, making it easy to hop from grape to grain and back again, all under the watchful eye of Doc Stiehl’s enduring legacy. (If pretension were a flavor, it would be drowned out by the sheer quality of the craft here.)

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What visitors love

Visitors praise Von Stiehl's excellent wine selection, hospitality, and unique cider bar, complemented by its charming location near Lake Michigan. The winery offers a pleasant outdoor seating area with snacks, making it a standout among local establishments.

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