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NEW RELEASE: Petit Manseng

Aug 14, 2019

We are excited to announce the release of our 2018 Petit Manseng! Now available by the glass or bottle.

Yoga on the Reserve

Jun 5, 2019

On Sunday, May 19th we hosted our first ever Yoga class at Mount Ida Reserve! Attendees enjoyed an hour long practice with Michele White from Balance Studios Scottsville, on the tasting room lawn.

Farm Grown Violetta Barley

May 14, 2019

A look into our farm grown barley

The Reserve Room Private Events

May 6, 2019

When the Tasting Room & Taphouse was first imagined by the team at Mount Ida Reserve we wanted to create a space for the community to enjoy the beauty the reserve while incorporating the element of hospitality that we have been perfecting for almost two decades at...

Supermoon .992

Apr 25, 2019

Supermoon IPA and the evolution of West-coast style IPAs

Wicked Cool Southie Stout

Feb 20, 2019

Supermoon IPA and the evolution of West-coast style IPAs

Old Ironsides NEIPA

Jan 18, 2019

The Wicked Cool Southie Stout recently tapped at our Tasting Room, and was made from 100% of our farm grown Violeta barley.

Christmas Pairings

Dec 20, 2018

India Pale Ales originated in the early-mid 19th century during British colonialism. Used as a preservative of their traditionally bitter beers, hops were added to ales in order to transport casked beer from England to the far reaches of the India colonies. Known for...

Happy Thanksgiving!

Nov 21, 2018

Winter holidays are always full of festive parties with friends and family, and what better way to celebrate than with wine and delightful treats! Here are a few suggestions from our family at Mount Ida to yours. Stephanie's Christmas Sangria pairs wonderfully with...