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Southern Illinois winery wins statewide award

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Blue Sky Award
Shawnee Hills Wine Trail

MAKANDA, Ill. -- The was recognized with a first-place award at the 2024 Illinois Wine Competition. 

The Makanda-based winery was recognized as "Best in Show" for its Chambourcin Reserve. The reserve is grown on site and features cherries and other berries surrounded with mild tannins and a smoky finish. Blue Sky recommends drinking it alongside a steak, stew or pasta. 

The Reserve is one of 10 wines submitted by Blue Sky to win an award but has been deemed the top honor of the recognitions. 

Blue Sky is part of the stretching across Southern Illinois. 

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