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Posted in Wisconsin Dining May 29, 2021 by Daniella DiRienzo

Housed In A Re-Purposed Gas Station, Lewis Station Winery Is One Of Wisconsin’s Most Unique Urban Wineries

Looks can be deceiving. For instance, at first glance, Lewis Station Winery appears to be a gas station – and that’s no coincidence. It was at one time a gas station. And though it still bears some signs of its former life, it’s now a full-fledged winery – complete with tasting flights and bistro-style food.

Lewis Station Winery is a premium urban winery in the heart of downtown Lake Mills.

It is Wisconsin’s first certified craft winery, but that’s only half of what makes it unique. The other half is its location in a re-purposed gas station from the 1940s.

Prior to the winery’s opening in 2011, the building underwent an extensive renovation. Despite the update, the building has retained the look and feel of an old-school gas station.

Don’t let the vintage vibe fool you, though. It’s got all the perks of a modern, world-class micro-winery, including a wonderful wine selection.

Sure to satisfy even the toughest of critics, Lewis Station Winery specializes in small-batch, hand-crafted wines, which are made using a low sulfite, natural approach.

Much more than a place to purchase bottles of wine, the winery offers tasting flights as well as free tastings.

There are specialty drinks, too, such as wine slushies.

In addition to an assorted selection of wines, Lewis Station Winery carries a large variety of Wisconsin craft beers.

An incredible bistro-style menu only enhances the beverage selection.

Not surprisingly, ample praise has been bestowed upon Lewis Station Winery in the decade it’s been open.

One of the greatest compliments was its inclusion in the publication, Hidden Gems of America: Wineries and Vineyards 2019.

For more information, call Lewis Station Winery at (920) 648-5481. You can also visit the Lewis Station Winery website or Facebook page.

So, did you know about this winery? Ever visited? If so, what’d you order? And how was it?

This isn’t the only must-visit for wine connoisseurs. Read about another here.

Address: 217 N Main St, Lake Mills, WI 53551, USA

Daniella DiRienzo

Though Daniella was born in New York and has lived in a couple of other states, Mississippi has been her home for the past 25 years. After graduating from the University of Southern Mississippi, Daniella began to hone her writing skills through various internships, working for The Royal Obsession and Anatomie clothing. In the years since, she’s had the privilege of having her articles appear in several publications, such as Parents & Kids Magazine and Girl Meets Strong. She’s also had the honor of interviewing actress Sela Ward for The Mississippi Arts and Entertainment Experience.