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Such a nice winery. I love all the little details they have around this place like the corkscrew door handles and the corks in the tables. We stopped by on a Saturday and isn't too packed. Lots of places to sit. We ordered a 4th of July themed drink called Strawberry Sparkler. It was a nice fruity drink. You order with the cashier then they give you a little recipe card that you take to the other end of the bar for some else to make. They have a really nice gift shop to checkout while you wait. Overall super cute winery. They have a brewery, pizza place as well & another bar on the patio. All the places had different names but all on the same land.
This is a really fun place to go if you're in the Alexandria area. Wine is pretty good, and for Minnesota wine, I'd say it's very good! Just know you're not exactly in wine country. The flights are amazing and I highly recommend the guided flight since you can choose 4 and then get a souvenir glass. The service is great and attentive. The setting is beautiful and very picturesque. I'll certainly be back!
Loved our time at the winery! A few friends and I all tried the wine flight! The ladies working the bar were very helpful and guided us through some great options! Their outdoor patio area is beautiful! They even had live music which was an added bonus! Would love to come back to try more of their wide variety of wines!
Great place for our group to spend the day and experience! Bruce was very informative and so patient with our First Wines Club!
Carlos Creek holds a special place in our hearts. We visited back in May over Mother's Day weekend. They had live music inside and open seating outside. We've watched it transform over the years, and we make sure to visit whenever we're in Alexandria. There's something special about sitting in Adirondack chairs around a fire pit with a glass of wine in hand. We've tried several types of wine, and the sangria is a new favorite. For those who prefer beer over wine - there is also a brewery on the property, so everyone can have what they prefer. If you visit in early September, you can join their annual grape stomp celebration!
I had an absolutely wonderful time here! We went in the winter, so most everything outside was closed, but we'll definitely be back in the summer to enjoy everything they have to offer! Even in the winter the grounds were still pretty though! I did a wine tasting of five wines that I got to choose. The team working behind the bar was incredibly fun, knowledgeable, and they were not shy to share their opinions on the wine, which I loved. I really enjoyed all five of the wines I selected and even bought three bottles! I purchased a bottle of the Wobegon White, Hot Dish Red, and Blueberry. Highly recommend all three of those. The winery itself was super spacious and featured an enormous selection of wine. They also had a ton of merch and really cute trinkets/gifts you could purchase. We sat at a table and enjoyed the live music, which really set a relaxing mood for the entire space. It was a touch loud, but not too loud. My only complaint is that the parking lot was relatively far away from the winery itself, but not too far. I could see it being hard for older customers to walk that distance though, especially when it's super icy.
Stopped by during vacation at the lake house and I was blown away. My partner and a few friends were the first few people in and the staff were all so kind explaining everything to us. We got 3 flights to try out and we found a number of wine and cider that we enjoyed. The best part was the wood fire pizza that was next door. All of the pizza was spectacular! There's also a brewery another door over but we didn't try that. We then went on a wine tour and that was so much fun to see the vineyard and the space. Bruce, our tour guide was amazing! There's plenty of outside space to sit, live music and a few games to play with friends. Highly recommend for anyone coming through.
Great spot to check out if you're in the area or passing through! The wines were great and the outdoor scenery was so pleasant. They also had a brewery on property too, so if you would prefer beer over wine there were plenty of options! The wait staff so friendly, they came around frequently to clear our tables. There was also a food truck when we went, which is great to have as an option in case you're hungry. We struggled a little to find a parking spot, but for the most part people made their own spots in the parking lot lol overall would recommend stopping by!
Absolutely loved my trip to Carlos Creek Winery! Came here in late summer and it was still absolutely gorgeous! The winery is huge and there's plenty of seating and parking. The Saturday afternoon we came it was really packed though so we did have to wait a few minutes for something to open up! There was also live music and a lot to explore. I ordered the MN Nice Wines flight. Their wine flights are a great deal and come with a souvenir glass! It was called MN Nice Wines because it included Minnescato, Wobegon, You Betcha Blush, and Hot Dish Red! I loved the Minnescato so much and liked the bottle design, I decided to grab one on the way out! I've also purchased it at liquor stores since then too! Can't wait to come back to Carlos Creek!
What a beautiful setting for this fantastic find. Located on a scenic piece of property that offers so much for so many. Not just a winery; it's also a brewery, a pizza place, gift shop and an event center; oh, and they have live music as well. They also have grape-stomping at harvest. The wine-tasting was specialized and led by the service-staff that was well versed on the specific wines. This is a must-stop if you're in the area!
We enjoyed this winery! I have seen the moose labeled wines around the MN wine sections at many liquor stores, but had never tried them. There is really something for everyone here. They even have a brewery next door and a cute gift shop inside. If you check in with Yelp app, you get a free sample of wine. (1 per person). My hubby and I shared a flight and each got an extra free sample each. A flight of 5 samples is $11, but we got 7! Sweet deal. We ended up really liking and ended up purchasing 3 bottles. They have a few wines that are only available at Carlos Creek. Of course our favorite (Frontenac Gris) was one of them! We don't make it up by Alexandria often. We also purchased the white Zinfandel (reminded us of another MN winery favorite that stopped making one like this) and the Ruby Port. (These 2 were also only available at CC). We had some nice conversations with the staff and overall a great time. We will be back to buy more wine one day. Also, what a gorgeous space for a wedding! They have their own event hall and saw an event happening while we were there.
Great place to enjoy some local beer, music and wine . We ordered the pretzel . Great flavor being cooked wildfire . Definitely a place to check out in Alexandria.
Wow- thoroughly impressed with this spot! Carlos creek has something for everybody with their winery, brewery, pizza, and food truck. We camped nearby and came here for lunch. We each got a wine flight & a beer, and shared a pizza and a giant pretzel. The food was fresh and hot, and didn't take very long. The grounds are well kept and each building is so charming. I highly recommend for a group or a date. We will definitely be coming back.
Stopped by tonight for some some food and drinks. We sat in the brewery and relaxed while playing some games. I love the effort put in to keep the noise down. The food was so incredible, and the drinks as well. We even won the raffle! Great time. read more
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Kaiya J.
Thank you for coming out for Fall Getaway weekend, Misha! We had such…
Such a fun and beautiful spot! I got to pick my own wine flight, and it was so hard to choose because everything sounded good -- but my favorite by far was the blueberry wine. Seriously, it was so good -- sweet, fruity, and super refreshing. We also ordered pizza for the whole family, and it did not disappoint. Perfectly baked, great flavor, and hit the spot after a little wine tasting. The vibe here is super chill and family-friendly, with gorgeous views and plenty of space to relax. It's one of those places where you could easily spend an afternoon. Highly recommend if you're anywhere near the area read more
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Kaiya J.
Ashley, thank you so much for the kind words! It sounds like you had…
What am amazing spot! There is a little bit of something for everyone. Situated on a sprawling property that has a winery, brewery, pizza, food truck and lawn games. It was great for us because we had 4 young children in our group and they were able to run around and play games while we waited for our food. The pizza was incredible, and I don't say that much about pizza. I picked my own toppings; spicy sausage, caramelized onions and hot honey, and I loved that combo. I didn't have the highest expectations for the wine, since most of it was made from MN grapes, but some of them were good. My favorite was the sparkling white wine called Aurora. read more
Such a nice winery. I love all the little details they have around this place like the corkscrew door handles and the corks in the tables. We stopped by on a Saturday and isn't too packed. Lots of places to sit. We ordered a 4th of July themed drink called Strawberry Sparkler. It was a nice fruity drink. You order with the cashier then they give you a little recipe card that you take to the other end of the bar for some else to make. They have a really nice gift shop to checkout while you wait. Overall super cute winery. They have a brewery, pizza place as well & another bar on the patio. All the places had different names but all on the same land. read more
This is a really fun place to go if you're in the Alexandria area. Wine is pretty good, and for Minnesota wine, I'd say it's very good! Just know you're not exactly in wine country. The flights are amazing and I highly recommend the guided flight since you can choose 4 and then get a souvenir glass. The service is great and attentive. The setting is beautiful and very picturesque. I'll certainly be back! read more
1 year ago
Loved our time at the winery! A few friends and I all tried the wine flight! The ladies working the bar were very helpful and guided us through some great options! Their outdoor patio area is beautiful! They even had live music which was an added bonus! Would love to come back to try more of their wide variety of wines! read more
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Kaiya J.
Love this, Nicole! Thank you for sharing your experience! Your kind…
Carlos Creek holds a special place in our hearts. We visited back in May over Mother's Day weekend. They had live music inside and open seating outside. We've watched it transform over the years, and we make sure to visit whenever we're in Alexandria. There's something special about sitting in Adirondack chairs around a fire pit with a glass of wine in hand. We've tried several types of wine, and the sangria is a new favorite. For those who prefer beer over wine - there is also a brewery on the property, so everyone can have what they prefer. If you visit in early September, you can join their annual grape stomp celebration! read more
3 years ago
I had an absolutely wonderful time here! We went in the winter, so most everything outside was closed, but we'll definitely be back in the summer to enjoy everything they have to offer! Even in the winter the grounds were still pretty though! I did a wine tasting of five wines that I got to choose. The team working behind the bar was incredibly fun, knowledgeable, and they were not shy to share their opinions on the wine, which I loved. I really enjoyed all five of the wines I selected and even bought three bottles! I purchased a bottle of the Wobegon White, Hot Dish Red, and Blueberry. Highly recommend all three of those. The winery itself was super spacious and featured an enormous selection of wine. They also had a ton of merch and really cute trinkets/gifts you could purchase. We sat at a table and enjoyed the live music, which really set a relaxing mood for the entire space. It was a touch loud, but not too loud. My only complaint is that the parking lot was relatively far away from the winery itself, but not too far. I could see it being hard for older customers to walk that distance though, especially when it's super icy. read more
1 year ago
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Kaiya J.
Thanks so so much, Heather! Love seeing you back for all of life's…
Stopped by during vacation at the lake house and I was blown away. My partner and a few friends were the first few people in and the staff were all so kind explaining everything to us. We got 3 flights to try out and we found a number of wine and cider that we enjoyed. The best part was the wood fire pizza that was next door. All of the pizza was spectacular! There's also a brewery another door over but we didn't try that. We then went on a wine tour and that was so much fun to see the vineyard and the space. Bruce, our tour guide was amazing! There's plenty of outside space to sit, live music and a few games to play with friends. Highly recommend for anyone coming through. read more
Great spot to check out if you're in the area or passing through! The wines were great and the outdoor scenery was so pleasant. They also had a brewery on property too, so if you would prefer beer over wine there were plenty of options! The wait staff so friendly, they came around frequently to clear our tables. There was also a food truck when we went, which is great to have as an option in case you're hungry. We struggled a little to find a parking spot, but for the most part people made their own spots in the parking lot lol overall would recommend stopping by! read more
1 year ago
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Kaiya J.
Grape Stomp fam, forever! So glad you enjoyed your time during the…
Absolutely loved my trip to Carlos Creek Winery! Came here in late summer and it was still absolutely gorgeous! The winery is huge and there's plenty of seating and parking. The Saturday afternoon we came it was really packed though so we did have to wait a few minutes for something to open up! There was also live music and a lot to explore. I ordered the MN Nice Wines flight. Their wine flights are a great deal and come with a souvenir glass! It was called MN Nice Wines because it included Minnescato, Wobegon, You Betcha Blush, and Hot Dish Red! I loved the Minnescato so much and liked the bottle design, I decided to grab one on the way out! I've also purchased it at liquor stores since then too! Can't wait to come back to Carlos Creek! read more
2 years ago
What a beautiful setting for this fantastic find. Located on a scenic piece of property that offers so much for so many. Not just a winery; it's also a brewery, a pizza place, gift shop and an event center; oh, and they have live music as well. They also have grape-stomping at harvest. The wine-tasting was specialized and led by the service-staff that was well versed on the specific wines. This is a must-stop if you're in the area! read more
7 years ago
We enjoyed this winery! I have seen the moose labeled wines around the MN wine sections at many liquor stores, but had never tried them. There is really something for everyone here. They even have a brewery next door and a cute gift shop inside. If you check in with Yelp app, you get a free sample of wine. (1 per person). My hubby and I shared a flight and each got an extra free sample each. A flight of 5 samples is $11, but we got 7! Sweet deal. We ended up really liking and ended up purchasing 3 bottles. They have a few wines that are only available at Carlos Creek. Of course our favorite (Frontenac Gris) was one of them! We don't make it up by Alexandria often. We also purchased the white Zinfandel (reminded us of another MN winery favorite that stopped making one like this) and the Ruby Port. (These 2 were also only available at CC). We had some nice conversations with the staff and overall a great time. We will be back to buy more wine one day. Also, what a gorgeous space for a wedding! They have their own event hall and saw an event happening while we were there. read more
2 years ago
5 years ago
Wow- thoroughly impressed with this spot! Carlos creek has something for everybody with their winery, brewery, pizza, and food truck. We camped nearby and came here for lunch. We each got a wine flight & a beer, and shared a pizza and a giant pretzel. The food was fresh and hot, and didn't take very long. The grounds are well kept and each building is so charming. I highly recommend for a group or a date. We will definitely be coming back. read more
2 years ago
Wine, beer, food, live entertainment with indoor and outdoor seating. Busy little place on summer weekends. Plenty of outdoor seating and enough shade provided. Something to drink for everyone. Snacks available. A food truck has been there the last couple summers we went. Once it's cooler there is definitely less indoor space so may have to think about planning before arriving around busier times. Been multiple times and always a positive experience. We will keep going back. read more
5 years ago
First time here on June 7. A tasting was $10 and with that comes 5 options along with the stemless glass they serve the wine in. Additionally, a Yelp "check-in" got me one more sample. My husband and I each picked different wines which means I had the opportunity to try 12! I tried wines in all categories: white, rose, red, and finally a port in the dessert wines. I enjoyed all that I tried and bought the White Marquette to enjoy later on our weekend trip. They have a really long bar and I'm guessing this is a phenomenal rental venue for weddings and other events based on the looks of their well kept property. We had multiple people serve us and had very friendly staff who's shared details about each of the wines as we tasted them. We need more wine glasses like we need a hole in the head but love that they are stemless and we now use them at least once a week! read more
First came over a decade ago when I was in the area. Was back here again yesterday for the same reason. Its $10 for a tasting of 5 wines (If you do your Yelp check-in you get a 6th for free). Its a bit spendy, but why not? And you get to keep the glass. They source their grapes from vines onsite but also get a good amount from California. You have all the usual white and reds available, plus a couple of dessert wines. They also do some fruit wines and cider. Of all that I sampled, I actually preferred the sweeter wine to the drier (unusual for me) which to me would make their product a good place to start with people that aren't fans of wine. My personal favorites were the Wobegon White and the Peach Fruit Wine. The property itself is great. Plenty of places to sit and enjoy the outdoors. Live music on certain days. A good time. read more
5 years ago
A great place to hangout with family and friends and enjoy a wide variety of wine. There is a small gift shop inside, and a covered terrace in the back. read more
5 years ago
Enjoyed a drink in their outdoor pub listening to live music and enjoyed some homemade parmesan chips from a food truck. Fun venue to hang out, lots of seating! read more
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While enjoying a relaxing Saturday in Minnesota's lake country, we decided to explore the area's local winery and sample some of the best locally-inspired vino. Carlos Creek has been around this area about a dozen years and seems to have grown in stature each year drawing fans and vacationers from all over the Midwest. The 'Creek' leverages the tongue-in-cheek Minnesotan theme with specialties like Wobegon White, Hot Dish Red and You Betcha Blush. Not bad...it's not Napa but it draws scores of fans from this part of the heartland. read more
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6693 County Rd 34 Nw
Alexandria, MN 56308
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