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Ohio Winery Collection

Kelley's Island Wine Co., 1980s

Kent State University at Ashtabula
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  • Ohio Wine Producers Association
Abstract

The history of winemaking on Kelly’s Island began in the 1842 when Datus Kelley planted the first crop of Isabella grapes. Over twenty years later, the Kelly’s Island Wine Co. opened its doors and operated successfully until the era of prohibition. The island’s historical roots in the wine industry and the strong reputation of the former winery motivated the Zettler family to reestablish the name in 1982 and open a winery in the Nicholas Smith house.

In the 1990’s, the owners opened a new winery with a cellar for public viewing adjacent to the original winery. The location caters to vacationers and offers a tasting room, gift shop, restaurant with dining room, and covered outdoor pavilions. Known for its sweet wine, all wines are produced and bottled on site.

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Image
Identifier(s)
20
Publication Date
1983-01-01
Keywords
  • winery
  • Lake Erie AVA
  • Kelley's Island
Subject
  • Tourism and Travel
  • Viticulture and Oenology
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Community
Kent State University at Ashtabula
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