Cave Tasting Experience
2026-07-26 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-01 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-02 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-08 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-09 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-15 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-16 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-22 12:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) and 1 more date | August Hill Winery & Vineyard, 21 N 2551st Rd, Peru, IL, 61354
Go behind the scenes where the magic happens at our Winery & Vineyard in Peru, Illinois.Step inside our working winery caves—built into the hillside—where your favorite August Hill & ISC wines are crafted and aged. Enjoy a guided wine journey with a small group (up to 20 guests, approximately 45 minutes), featuring six hand-selected wines and a signature tasting glass to take home. Along the way, enjoy a featured pairing of our Augie’s Blackberry wine with a chocolate bite.Tickets are $30 per person; $20 for Insider Wine Club members (limit 2 discounted tickets per day).
Reserve a Spot:Cave Tastings are offered seasonally on Saturdays and Sundays at 12 pm, 2 pm, and 4 pm. Space is limited, so we recommend reserving in advance. Click here to reserve your spot.
Stay for Wine on the Hill:Make a day of it! Join us for Wine on the Hill before or after your tasting, depending on your time slot. Open 12–5 pm on Saturdays & Sundays, with live music from 1–4 pm. See our “Wine on the Hill” page for more information.
Please note: This experience takes place at our Winery & Vineyard location in Peru, not at our Tasting Room in Utica. When using GPS, be sure to select the “August Hill Wine on the Hill” location in Peru. Directions are available on our website.

Wine Tasting at Downtown Elgin Market
2026-07-31 15:00 - 19:00 | South Riverside Drive in Elgin, 32 S Riverside Dr, Elgin, IL, 60120
We will be pouring some of your favorite August Hill & ISC wines at the Downtown Elgin Market on Friday, July 31, 3-7pm. Wine tasting and wine available by the glass, can, and bottle!
The Downtown Elgin Market is held on Riverside Drive in Elgin. Enjoy market vendor showcases, chef demos, live music, food trucks, and kids activities. Learn more at this link.

Wine on the Hill w/ Backseat Radio
2026-08-01 12:00 - 17:00 | August Hill Winery & Vineyard, 21 N 2551st Rd, Peru, IL, 61354
Join us for Wine on the Hill at our August Hill & ISC Winery & Vineyard.Relax on our scenic hillside overlooking the Illinois Valley while enjoying your favorite wines. Wine flights, bottles, and snack picnic boxes are available; just grab a spot and settle in for a great afternoon.
HOURS/LOCATION:
Saturdays & Sundays, 12–5 pm21 N 2551st Rd, Peru, IL (Winery & Vineyard location)Please note: This event is not at our Utica Tasting Room.Visit our Wine on the Hill page for directions and FAQs.
MUSIC: Backseat Radio, 1-4 pm [dance, pop]
RESERVATION TO RELAX: Want your spot on the hill ready and waiting? Book a Reservation to Relax and let us handle the setup. Your reserved space for the day includes two Adirondack chairs, an umbrella, a cooler with ice, bottled water, and snacks.
CAVE TASTINGS: Make your visit even more memorable with a Cave Tasting. Offered throughout the day. Reserve your spot here!

Tasting Room Music – Paige Afton
2026-08-01 15:30 - 18:30 | AHW & ISC Tasting Room, 106 Mill Street, Utica, IL, 61373, United States
Sip on your favorite August Hill & ISC wines as you enjoy live music by Paige Afton.
The Tasting Room is open from 11am-7pm; live music is from 3:30-6:30pm.

Wine on the Hill w/ Mike & Jess
2026-08-02 12:00 - 17:00 | August Hill Winery & Vineyard, 21 N 2551st Rd, Peru, IL, 61354
Join us for Wine on the Hill at our August Hill & ISC Winery & Vineyard.Relax on our scenic hillside overlooking the Illinois Valley while enjoying your favorite wines. Wine flights, bottles, and snack picnic boxes are available; just grab a spot and settle in for a great afternoon.
HOURS/LOCATION:
Saturdays & Sundays, 12–5 pm21 N 2551st Rd, Peru, IL (Winery & Vineyard location)Please note: This event is not at our Utica Tasting Room.Visit our Wine on the Hill page for directions and FAQs.
MUSIC: Mike & Jess, 1-4 pm [rock, pop, alternative, R&B]
RESERVATION TO RELAX: Want your spot on the hill ready and waiting? Book a Reservation to Relax and let us handle the setup. Your reserved space for the day includes two Adirondack chairs, an umbrella, a cooler with ice, bottled water, and snacks.
CAVE TASTINGS: Make your visit even more memorable with a Cave Tasting. Offered throughout the day. Reserve your spot here!

Wine on the Hill w/ Steve Sharp Band
2026-08-08 12:00 - 17:00 | August Hill Winery & Vineyard, 21 N 2551st Rd, Peru, IL, 61354
Join us for Wine on the Hill at our August Hill & ISC Winery & Vineyard.Relax on our scenic hillside overlooking the Illinois Valley while enjoying your favorite wines. Wine flights, bottles, and snack picnic boxes are available; just grab a spot and settle in for a great afternoon.
HOURS/LOCATION:
Saturdays & Sundays, 12–5 pm21 N 2551st Rd, Peru, IL (Winery & Vineyard location)Please note: This event is not at our Utica Tasting Room.Visit our Wine on the Hill page for directions and FAQs.
MUSIC: Steve Sharp Band, 1-4 pm [wide variety]
RESERVATION TO RELAX: Want your spot on the hill ready and waiting? Book a Reservation to Relax and let us handle the setup. Your reserved space for the day includes two Adirondack chairs, an umbrella, a cooler with ice, bottled water, and snacks.
CAVE TASTINGS: Make your visit even more memorable with a Cave Tasting. Offered throughout the day. Reserve your spot here!

Tasting Room Music – Liam Tipple
2026-08-08 15:30 - 18:30 | AHW & ISC Tasting Room, 106 Mill Street, Utica, IL, 61373, United States
Let amazing live music by Liam Tipple serenade your soul as you sip on the finest August Hill & ISC wines. The Tasting Room is open 11am-7pm, and live music is from 3:30-6:30pm.

Wine on the Hill
2026-08-09 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-16 12:00 - 17:00 | August Hill Winery & Vineyard, 21 N 2551st Rd, Peru, IL, 61354
Join us for Wine on the Hill at our August Hill & ISC Winery & Vineyard.Relax on our scenic hillside overlooking the Illinois Valley while enjoying your favorite wines. Wine flights, bottles, and snack picnic boxes are available; just grab a spot and settle in for a great afternoon.
HOURS/LOCATION:
Saturdays & Sundays, 12–5 pm21 N 2551st Rd, Peru, IL (Winery & Vineyard location)Please note: This event is not at our Utica Tasting Room.Visit our Wine on the Hill page for directions and FAQs.
MUSIC: 1-4 pm
RESERVATION TO RELAX: Want your spot on the hill ready and waiting? Book a Reservation to Relax and let us handle the setup. Your reserved space for the day includes two Adirondack chairs, an umbrella, a cooler with ice, bottled water, and snacks.
CAVE TASTINGS: Make your visit even more memorable with a Cave Tasting. Offered throughout the day. Reserve your spot here!

Wine on the Hill w/ Those Two Guys + 1
2026-08-15 12:00 - 17:00 | August Hill Winery & Vineyard, 21 N 2551st Rd, Peru, IL, 61354
Join us for Wine on the Hill at our August Hill & ISC Winery & Vineyard.Relax on our scenic hillside overlooking the Illinois Valley while enjoying your favorite wines. Wine flights, bottles, and snack picnic boxes are available; just grab a spot and settle in for a great afternoon.
HOURS/LOCATION:
Saturdays & Sundays, 12–5 pm21 N 2551st Rd, Peru, IL (Winery & Vineyard location)Please note: This event is not at our Utica Tasting Room.Visit our Wine on the Hill page for directions and FAQs.
MUSIC: Those Two Guys + 1, 1-4 pm [classic rock, country, blues]
RESERVATION TO RELAX: Want your spot on the hill ready and waiting? Book a Reservation to Relax and let us handle the setup. Your reserved space for the day includes two Adirondack chairs, an umbrella, a cooler with ice, bottled water, and snacks.
CAVE TASTINGS: Make your visit even more memorable with a Cave Tasting. Offered throughout the day. Reserve your spot here!
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Tasting Room Music – Aaron Kelly
2026-08-15 15:30 - 18:30 | AHW & ISC Tasting Room, 106 Mill Street, Utica, IL, 61373, United States
Looking for the perfect Saturday afternoon plan? Look no further! Aaron Kelly is playing live at our Tasting Room from 3:30-6:30pm. Swing by anytime between 11 am and 7 pm to enjoy fantastic wine and great tunes. Let the weekend fun begin!

Wine on the Hill w/ Steve Sharp Band
2026-08-22 12:00 - 17:00 | August Hill Winery & Vineyard, 21 N 2551st Rd, Peru, IL, 61354
Join us for Wine on the Hill at our August Hill & ISC Winery & Vineyard.Relax on our scenic hillside overlooking the Illinois Valley while enjoying your favorite wines. Wine flights, bottles, and snack picnic boxes are available; just grab a spot and settle in for a great afternoon.
HOURS/LOCATION:
Saturdays & Sundays, 12–5 pm21 N 2551st Rd, Peru, IL (Winery & Vineyard location)Please note: This event is not at our Utica Tasting Room.Visit our Wine on the Hill page for directions and FAQs.
MUSIC: Steve Sharp Band, 1-4 pm (wide variety)
RESERVATION TO RELAX: Want your spot on the hill ready and waiting? Book a Reservation to Relax and let us handle the setup. Your reserved space for the day includes two Adirondack chairs, an umbrella, a cooler with ice, bottled water, and snacks.
CAVE TASTINGS: Make your visit even more memorable with a Cave Tasting. Offered throughout the day. Reserve your spot here!

Tasting Room Music – Phanie Rae Takata
2026-08-22 15:30 - 18:30 | AHW & ISC Tasting Room, 106 Mill Street, Utica, IL, 61373, United States
Let amazing live music by Phanie Rae Takata serenade your soul as you sip on the finest August Hill & ISC wines. The Tasting Room is open 11am-7pm, and live music is from 3:30-6:30pm.
