Owl Creek Vineyard is a member of the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail located in Cobden, IL. Owl Creek Vineyard is a favorite stop among Shawnee Shuttle guests for a variety of reasons. Owl Creek's award-winning line of wines contains a vintage suitable for everyone to enjoy, from the citrusy Reisling-style Seyval Blanc to the bold and spicy Owl's Leap. Wine tastings are free of charge at Owl Creek, and are offered by knowledgeable, friendly staff amid a cool and casual environment. During summer months Owl Creek serves up some of the best Sangria on the trail. Owl Creek now offers a lunch menu featuring appetizers and sandwiches. Visitors may enjoy a meal or conversation inside the tasting room or grab a seat on the deck perched high in the tree tops.
Saturday Music Series: Enjoy free live music performed by the area's finest Blues, Bluegrass and Acoustic artists every Saturday from 2 - 6 p.m. April - November at Owl Creek Vineyard. Artists take the "stage" on an old, re-purposed flatbed truck and play for guests enjoying the deck. See our events calendar for upcoming music schedule.
Owl Creek's Wine Selection:
Owl's Leap - A bold dry red wine made from 90% Chambourcin grapes and 10% Norton grapes. Aged in oak for 1 year. Bold and peppery taste.
Owl's Leap Reserve - Owl's Leap Reserve is a complex dry red wine made mostly from Norton with Chambourcin grapes, aged in oak for 2 years.
Bald Knob - Bald Knob is a semi-dry red wine made from Chambourcin grapes in a Beaujlais-style. Lighter style of Chambourcin wine, similar to a Pinot Noir.
Whoo's Blush - A semi-sweet blush wine made from Chambourcin grapes. Light, fruity, and generally a crowd pleaser.
Water Valley White - A best-seller made from Niagra and Cayuga grapes. Bursting with flavor of fresh white grapes.
Ruby Red Concord - A sweet red wine made from Concord grapes. Familiar taste will remind you of Welch's grape juice!
Zen Geist - A complex dessert wine made from late-harvest Vingnoles grapes. Flavor notes of pear, honey and apricot.
Raspberry Framboise - A powerful dessert wine made from fermented raspberries fortified with brandy.
Sangria - Available in summer months. An absolute must at Owl Creek, sweet and delicious.
Vineyard Picnic, an assortment of cheeses, summer sausage, crackers, and fresh grapes / $7
Hoot Owl Hummus, homemade Hummus and sliced French bread / $6
Shawnee Spinach Salad, fresh baby spinach topped with dried cranberries, walnuts, goat cheese crumbles, red onion, and OCV Framboise Vinaigrette. / $7
The Farmhouse, thinly shaved, rare roast beef topped with a slightly-spicy red onion & sweet pepper salad, cheddar cheese, and sundried tomato sauce on grilled sourdough. Served with fresh grapes / $8
Tipsy Turkey, turkey on grilled sourdough, with sliced tomatoes, red onion, fresh spinach, and a zesty lemon-pepper mayonnaise. Served with fresh grapes /$7
Garden Melt of the Gods, tomatoes, fresh basil, red onions, and melted mozzarella cheese, drizzled with balsamic vinaigrette on grilled cibatta. Served with fresh grapes /$7
