Description

Red Trail Vineyard Description

History and Background

Red Trail Vineyard, named after the historic Old Red Trail in North Dakota, is a family-operated vineyard located along the scenic Buffalo Creek on the outskirts of Buffalo, ND. Leveraging the fertile soils of the Red River Valley and traditional winemaking techniques, the vineyard specializes in producing wines with unique flavors and aromas from native hybrid grapes.

Vineyard Details and Wine Production

Red Trail Vineyard focuses on cultivating several types of native hybrid grapes, though certain varieties have shown particular resilience and productivity:

• Marquette and Frontenac: Produced about 60% of the previous year’s yield.
• King of the North: The most productive variety with 4950 pounds per acre.
• Frontenac Gris: Displayed resilience with a yield comparable to the prior year.
• Sabrevois, Prairie Star, and Petite Pearl: Lost entirely in the last harvest due to severe winter conditions.

2019 Grape Harvest

• The 2019 harvest concluded on October 9th, marking it as one of the latest harvests in 17 years with a reduced overall production due to the previous winter's harsh temperatures.
• All harvested grapes were delivered to Dakota Vines and Winery at Colfax where the wine processing took place.

Visitor Information and Experiences

Tasting Room

• Note: The tasting room is currently closed until further notice.

RV Park

• Open Dates: April 26, 2024, to October 26, 2024.

RTV Coffee Experience

• Features Alley Beans Coffee, reopening in Spring.

Special Events

• Private tours, room rentals, wedding events, and meal packages are available, providing an engaging vineyard experience.

Notable Wines or Specialties

• Frontenac Gris: Recognized for its distinctive qualities, this wine won the People's Choice Award at the 2018 NDGWA Commercial Wine Competition.

Contact Information and Location

• Address: Red Trail Vineyard, 3510 142nd Avenue SE, Buffalo, ND 58011
• Phone: 701-238-3337
• Social Media: Follow Red Trail Vineyard on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube for updates and news.

Testimonials: "You'll be pleasantly surprised. Laid back and friendly atmosphere, good wine, and welcoming hosts." - Blake Frink via Facebook

"Thank you Rodney & Sue for another wonderful time at the Vineyard. Great Wine, Food, Music & People we encourage all to plan on attending the Grape Stomp." - Wendy & Randy Johnson, Minneapolis, MN

Association Memberships

Red Trail Vineyard is a proud member of various local and regional wine associations, emphasizing its commitment to quality and community involvement. The vineyard's notable inclusion in FlipKey by TripAdvisor's “Best of” list further highlights its distinction as a must-visit location in North Dakota for wine enthusiasts.