We all need a place to relax, so why not do it at Grimes Mill Winery with a glass of wine? Tastings are only $6 and includes your choice of three wines from our wine list. Choose your selections from a unique variety of red and white wines. Many of our juices have been imported from various countries for an experience of international wines.
Featuring 2 bocce ball courts and we offer bocce ball leagues and tournaments throughout the year. Don't just read about us, come out and enjoy wine tastings or relax with a nice glass of wine! We are at 6707 Grimes Mill Road. Our farm is located on the corner of Grimes Mill Road and Old Richmond Road (US Hwy 25).
Featuring 2 bocce ball courts and we offer bocce ball leagues and tournaments throughout the year. Don't just read about us, come out and enjoy wine tastings or relax with a nice glass of wine! We are at 6707 Grimes Mill Road. Our farm is located on the corner of Grimes Mill Road and Old Richmond Road (US Hwy 25).
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Grimes Mill Winery is in its 10th year of operation and is a small and unique family run business where we make hand crafted award winning wines from grapes grown and cultivated mostly on our family farm just outside of Lexington in Fayette County, Kentucky. In our Vineyard, we grow: Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio, Petite Manseng, and Moscato.
With a blend of Kentucky and Italian heritage, Grimes Mill Winery is a family run business producing award winning handcrafted wines. The DeSimone family have been producing quality wine for many years which is why the name "Ca' DeSimone" or "House of DeSimone" appears on every bottle to signify its uniqueness.
Light body dry white wine perfect for the patio or great with a creamy pasta and fruity salad. Made with honey and blue agave, this dessert wine has a refreshing texture and a remarkable taste. Extravagant dessert wine made with blueberries and featuring a sweet, bold, and fascinating texture with a hint of chocolate on the finish.
We offer facility rentals for small group gatherings! Whether you are planning a birthday, anniversary, retirement, reunion, or just a friendly gathering, we do offer our facility to accommodate you and your guests! We do not allow any alcohol to be brought on our premises by Kentucky state law and ABC orders.
Reviews (26)
Kathy Kelly
Jan 11, 2022
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Allen Robertson
Oct 27, 2021
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The wines are very good and special, something you will Not find in a big box store or corporate winery. Daniel operating the place is great, friendly and knowledgeable. This winery is off the beaten path in a lovely location. Other patrons who show up here are also wonderful. Very nice people and wine club members. I have never had a bad experience here and Highly recommend Grimes Mills Winery.
Monty Pennington
Oct 14, 2021
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Mary D.
Sep 25, 2021
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Andrew Lockard
Nov 28, 2020
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Dave Newhart
Oct 10, 2020
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Olivia B.
Jul 22, 2020
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This is a little quaint winery just outside of Lexington. We did a wine tasting (3 wines) for $6 and they gave us the glasses to keep (sweet deal). They had a few whites and a long list of red wines. The service was great, and it was a fun and relaxed vibe. You can drink wine inside or outside, where they have a few outdoor chairs and tables. They do have a few horses and donkeys that are super friendly and let you pet them! I was informed that they also currently have live music on Fridays.
Cailey Bechtol
Jun 17, 2020
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Our favorite winery! Daniel is awesome and so knowledgeable. We have unfortunately moved away but will be stopping by every time we come home to support Grimes Mill. The wine club is such a fun thing to be a part of, and there are so many events to get involved in. Amazing wines, amazing atmosphere, amazing staff.
Frank Corneiller
Jun 09, 2020
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Alex S.
Oct 27, 2019
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Heather Carlson
Oct 11, 2019
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Not going to lie, we were a little concerned when we pulled in and it looked like someone’s grandma’s farmhouse. Wow, were we wrong!! Couple of locals were there and were so friendly. Daniel ended up giving us a behind the scenes tour and we got to meet the whole menagerie. Best of all, the wines were AMAZING! Local grapes and juice from Italy create an incredible variety! We will be back!!
Kristin LeMaster
Jul 25, 2019
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Chris S.
Jul 20, 2019
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Brad G.
Jan 28, 2019
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After going to one winery, I made the decision to go to this one. Grimes. The name sticks out to me. Maybe it's because I like Grimes (the music-Look her up. You probably won't like her but I listened to her heavily through a break-up a few years ago-super helpful and besides, she's dating Elon Musk now).
This winery was a little out of the way but I think it was worth it. It seemed more farmlike than other wineries I've visited. Growing up in southeastern KY, I feel like KY farms are much different than farms in other places and this place gave me that feeling.
They don
This winery was a little out of the way but I think it was worth it. It seemed more farmlike than other wineries I've visited. Growing up in southeastern KY, I feel like KY farms are much different than farms in other places and this place gave me that feeling.
They don
Matt P.
Sep 27, 2018
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Recently my wife and I visited several Lexington area wineries on a very rainy Sunday. Our first stop was a non-starter due to some flash flooding. Our second stop was nice except for the winery hosting two private parties which made for parking issues and use of some of the facilities. Our last stop was a refreshing visit to Grimes Mill Winery.
Like most of the Lexington area wineries Grimes is located in farm and horse country. The winery grounds were pleasant for what we could see given the rain. The tasting area itself has a square shaped tasting bar and is rather an intimate setting for conversation
Like most of the Lexington area wineries Grimes is located in farm and horse country. The winery grounds were pleasant for what we could see given the rain. The tasting area itself has a square shaped tasting bar and is rather an intimate setting for conversation
Christopher S.
Aug 09, 2018
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I had a great time at this winery, Dolores was really helpful and knowledgeable. The prices were incredibly reasonable as well, you could pay per sip or buy a package of sips and leave with a souvenir wine glass. I paid by the sip because I have enough junk.
I tried the Pecan Wine, Edera Deliziosa, Fiore Rosso, and the Moscato. I am not sure if I should capitalize those or not but they're capitalized on the menu. We will all live. Everything tasted good to me - Kathy is the expert on wine so I will defer to her judgment.
This wasn't far from the road but it comes up QUICK. I thought
I tried the Pecan Wine, Edera Deliziosa, Fiore Rosso, and the Moscato. I am not sure if I should capitalize those or not but they're capitalized on the menu. We will all live. Everything tasted good to me - Kathy is the expert on wine so I will defer to her judgment.
This wasn't far from the road but it comes up QUICK. I thought
Kathy V.
Jan 30, 2018
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This was the second of the three wineries we visited on the day, and I think it was my favorite of the three.
On the main plus side, it was an actual winery. A stand alone vineyard and winery. There is a decent sized parking lot, if you happen to be going with a group.
Inside, there is a cozy little seating area near a fireplace. Tastings happen around the central bar. I like the rustic tractor-seat-y stools.
The gentleman working, leading the tasting, was wonderful. Friendly, knowledgeable and ready with recommendations based on your preferred tastes. The fella prefers dry and I tend to prefer
On the main plus side, it was an actual winery. A stand alone vineyard and winery. There is a decent sized parking lot, if you happen to be going with a group.
Inside, there is a cozy little seating area near a fireplace. Tastings happen around the central bar. I like the rustic tractor-seat-y stools.
The gentleman working, leading the tasting, was wonderful. Friendly, knowledgeable and ready with recommendations based on your preferred tastes. The fella prefers dry and I tend to prefer
Olwen C.
Dec 17, 2017
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Came out for their holiday open house with some friends and was impressed with the hospitality here! The 5 of us girls all did the $6 wine tasting which consisted of 3 samples of our choice of wines. The guy spent a ton of time explaining all the wines and giving suggestions of what we'd like. It was a great experience! I want to come
Back in the summer and enjoy the outdoor area!
Back in the summer and enjoy the outdoor area!
Eric D.
Nov 20, 2017
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Emily H.
Apr 21, 2017
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Today was my first trip to Grimes Mill and I'm almost certain it won't be my last. I have visited many of the other wineries around the area but few have came close to this one. I often find myself saying "this is good...for a Kentucky wine" while drinking others that just seem to lack something, be it acidity or balance. This wasn't the case at all here. I tried four very different wines and each one I loved in a different way. They were approachable and I found myself wanting to tell my non-wine drinker friends about it because there's no way they wouldn't enjoy
Jennifer P.
Jan 29, 2017
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When you walk in this place....it's liking being at home! Friendly faces to greet you along with a couple fur babies to welcome you too! Very warm and cozy to just sit and try any of the wines they offer among friends. I tried a few of their wines and they were very good! I highly recommend this place to anyone to go and enjoy a relaxing afternoon!
Stephanie D.
Dec 10, 2016
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Suzy S.
Nov 01, 2015
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Sandra F.
Oct 05, 2015
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This is on the top of my favorites list (quality and pricing). I have never heard of Grimes Mill Winery. My friend mentioned it awhile back and was excited that we were stopping by. LOVED the tasting room!! Décor, setup and coziness.
$6.00 wine tasting includes three tastings of our choice and a souvenir wine glass. The bottles start off at 12.00 on up.
This is what I tried:
-Tre Vini Delle Sorelle (this is limited)- My favorite red wine on the list!
-Bourbon Barrel Cabernet Sauvignon
-Reserve Malbec
He even let me try and extra one which he recommend the Merlot. My friend raved
$6.00 wine tasting includes three tastings of our choice and a souvenir wine glass. The bottles start off at 12.00 on up.
This is what I tried:
-Tre Vini Delle Sorelle (this is limited)- My favorite red wine on the list!
-Bourbon Barrel Cabernet Sauvignon
-Reserve Malbec
He even let me try and extra one which he recommend the Merlot. My friend raved
Heather P.
Apr 19, 2015
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A tasting consists of three pours and a glass. Are they serious?! Yes, my review is based on those three tiny pours and my opinion of the atmosphere. Usually I wait until I've tried a local place out a few times before reviewing it, but I seriously don't see myself going back.
They were having some sort of Chardonnay/awakening the vines event, so I decided to try their Chardonnay as one of my tastings. It seemed a bit cloudy and wasn't that good. Then I tried a barrel aged Malbec which was a bit different, especially for a Kentucky wine. I can't think of any other Kentucky
They were having some sort of Chardonnay/awakening the vines event, so I decided to try their Chardonnay as one of my tastings. It seemed a bit cloudy and wasn't that good. Then I tried a barrel aged Malbec which was a bit different, especially for a Kentucky wine. I can't think of any other Kentucky
Emily B.
Jun 21, 2014
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This place has the feel of a neighborhood bar (in a good way!) in that it seems to attract "regulars" who come hang out and enjoy a glass of wine after work. I did a tasting and their tasting prices were ok, but not great. A tasting does include one of their glasses that you get to take home, but I didn't really need or want one, so it'd be nice if they'd offer a discounted tasting that didn't include the souvenir glass.
Their wines that I tasted were fine, but nothing seemed particularly great or unique so I didn't buy any bottles. Also, the prices seemed
Their wines that I tasted were fine, but nothing seemed particularly great or unique so I didn't buy any bottles. Also, the prices seemed
