Urban Vine

I live in Sonoma/Napa area in California but I'm from PA and visiting my family for the holidays. This place was recommended to me and I'm glad it was. The wines have won several awards and they are excellent. The Flagship, a Bordeaux blend, was our favorite and we purchased some of that. They apparently have live music and other entertainment so we will definitely be back. The owners mentioned that some people grab food next door and come in there to get a bottle of good wine and eat.It's well worth the drive if you are in the area.

We were in Zelienople for a musical and stumbled upon this newly opened winery. Apparently, there was a winery here in the past, but this one just opened up. We were warmly greeted by Todd and Gina, the owners, who couldn't have been friendlier. Todd told us all about their wines, including the awards they've won, especially in California, and generously offered us the chance to try any of the wines at no cost.We started with the Gruner Veltliner, a bright, citrusy, and crisp wine. It was extremely dry compared to other Gruners we've had, which are usually more fruit-forward, but it was still quite enjoyable. Next, we tried the Riesling, which was also very good. My wife moved over to the semi-sweet side and tried the Traminette, which I eventually sampled after trying all the dry wines. We both really liked it.I then tried the Cabernet Franc, which was a medium-bodied wine with notes of raspberry, blueberry, and a light mocha oakiness--delicious! The Chambourcin was also quite good, without the typical bite or tartness. Lastly, the Flagship Red, a classic Bordeaux-style dry red, had a pleasant hint of pepper and was definitely a standout.Todd shared that they exclusively offer wines from Stony Run Vineyards in Breinigsville, PA, which has a wide selection. They're also planning to offer Old Fashioneds soon, as their winery includes a distillery, and they'll be featuring a "drink of the week" as well.What really sets this place apart, though, is Todd and Gina themselves. They're genuinely kind people who are dedicated to the community, and it was heartwarming to learn that they both served in the US Military--Todd in the Navy and Gina in the Air Force.We're already looking forward to our next visit when we're in the area again. Don't forget to thank them for their service when you stop by!