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Southern Illinois wineries adjust to COVID-19 shutdown

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By Kenzie Dillow

(WSIL) -- In response to the new coronavirus outbreak, Governor JB Pritzker has to close to the general public until at least March 30.

On Monday, the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail posted on its that while tasting rooms will not be open, many wineries will still offer curb/deck/porch side service with advance notice.

The group put together and each location's plan for the shutdown:

  • Alto Vineyards: Open for curb/patio service. Selling "to go" wines from the back patio window. If guests call ahead, deliveries can be made to your car. Open Regular Hours.
  • Pomona Winery: Closed
  • Owl Creek Vineyard: Closed
  • Von Jakob Vineyard: Information not yet available
  • Peachbarn Winery & Café: Offering curbside pickup for wine only via arrangement by phone, email or Facebook. 618-893-4923
  • Blue Sky Vineyard: Will offer curbside pick up for wine only if someone is available at the winery. Office hours will vary. Arrangements must be made via phone at 618-995-9463
  • StarView Vineyards: Offering porch side pick up during regular business hours. Please call for wine. 618-893-9463
  • Kite Hill Vineyards: Offering outside pick up. Please call ahead to make arrangements. 618-684-5072
  • Feather Hills Vineyard: Closed with curb side service for advanced orders only. Contact via Facebook page.
  • Hickory Ridge Vineyard: Offering deck side pick up. Please contact the winery via phone or Facebook to place orders. 618-893-1700
  • Honker Hill Winery: Closed

For updates, contact the wineries or visit the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail