Calico skies vineyard & Winery

Northwest Iowa Wine Adventures: Stop #3!

We finally made it to Calico Skies Vineyard and Winery, and it was worth the wait! Richard, our pup Goose, and I met the duo behind it all: Will and Ashlee, the owners, creative visionaries and winemakers. Nestled in Inwood, Iowa (just 30 minutes from Sioux Falls, SD), this charming winery became extra special when we were joined by some of our favorite family members—our nieces and their SOs!

Will and Ashlee started their wine journey cruising on a motorcycle through California wine country . Inspired by Midwest vines and their chilly Iowa roots, they took classes at DMACC (shoutout to viticulture and enology!) and turned their dream into reality.

Fast-forward to 2010, Calico Skies was born, and by 2011, they opened their doors to wine lovers everywhere. Their wines are as creative as their story—like “Deebo,” a dry red blend named after one of their rescue pups. They have plenty of space for events like weddings or parties, lots of great food (pizza anyone?) and check out their website for their live music offerings!
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If you’re up for an adventure, the 5-hour drive from The Wijn House is so worth it. Great wine, inspiring people, and incredible views—what more could you want?