The flavor of the Midwest
About Us
Back in 2014, Andy and I were on a mission to find a place to call our own. We had searched in the area for places…our friend told us about this place. Then he said, “Oh..by they way… it has a Vineyard! In the end (of our search), we stood on the patio, near the barn, and said, “Yes! We are going to do this!”
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Blends
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Craft Beers & Cider
A taste of the prairie
In 2014, our family was looking for a new place in the country to call home. Our realtor put a plug in our ear about this beautiful piece of land that was about to go on the market—and it just happened to be a running winery! We decided to come and take a look…and rest is history! We fell in love with the rolling prairie and water around our place; it was (and still is) our rustic oasis! And, of course, grapevines and functioning winery was icing on the cake! We are never afraid to shy away from a new adventure so we jumped in and Painted Prairie Vineyard has been running since!
Both of us were born and raised in Southwest Minnesota and value of the importance of supporting local business. We have grapevines on site, but we purchase local grapes and apples (within an hour of our place) to make our wines. We also have décor from local businesses and showcase foods from local vendors as well.
When you visit our winery, you’ll get to meet us (Andy and Krista) and our lovely little family of three vivacious girls- Annika, Elysa, and Britta. You may also get to meet our Vineyard cats- Oreo and Marshmellow along with our Vineyard dog, Goldie. We are thrilled to show you our little slice of heaven and share our taste of the prairie!
Andy and Krista Kopperud
A taste of the prairie
In 2014, our family was looking for a new place in the country to call home. Our realtor put a plug in our ear about this beautiful piece of land that was about to go on the market—and it just happened to be a running winery! We decided to come and take a look…and rest is history! We fell in love with the rolling prairie and water around our place; it was (and still is) our rustic oasis! And, of course, grapevines and functioning winery was icing on the cake! We are never afraid to shy away from a new adventure so we jumped in and Painted Prairie Vineyard has been running since!
Both of us were born and raised in Southwest Minnesota and value of the importance of supporting local business. We have grapevines on site, but we purchase local grapes and apples (within an hour of our place) to make our wines. We also have décor from local businesses and showcase foods from local vendors as well.
When you visit our winery, you’ll get to meet us (Andy and Krista) and our lovely little family of three vivacious girls- Annika, Elysa, and Britta. You may also get to meet our Vineyard cats- Oreo and Marshmellow along with our Vineyard dog, Goldie. We are thrilled to show you our little slice of heaven and share our taste of the prairie!
Andy and Krista Kopperud
12
Blends
5
Craft Beers & Cider
Painted Prairie Vineyard
Over the Years
2005
Property + Home Purchase
Ben & Kim Hause purchased the property with the plan of creating a vineyard.
2006-2007
Frontenac + La Crescent Grapes Planted
The vineyard vision & dream is officially put into motion!
2009-2010
Marquette Grapes Planted
Red Barn Repurpose
Another PPV dry red wine favorite is in the making and the Painted Prairie Red Barn interior is updated and repurposed to become our 1st tasting room!
2011-2013
Painted Prairie Opens Seasonally
Guests are welcome to come and enjoy the 16-acre property, red barn & PPV wines for the first time!
2014
Painted Prairie is sold to Andy & Krista Kopperud
New ownership takes place and the Kopperuds start creating their own unique vision for Painted Prairie Vineyard!
2015-2017
Painted Prairie Re-Opens To The Public
Painted Prairie Vineyard is back in business and is open seasonally for the community to enjoy!
2017
Shell Of New Tasting Room & Production Space Is Erected
Andy & Krista’s idea for a unique prairie-inspired space begins to come to life! They envision a place for connection & community.
2018
Red Barn Face Lift
Our famous Red Barn is once again updated and reformed to become a functional 2nd PPV site for events!
2019
Painted Prairie Offically Re-Opens In New Prairie Pavillion
The Painted Prairie Pavillion is born and becomes our most favorite site to date for wine tasting, small & large events & a place to create quality and meaningful connections!
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5 UNIQUE FACTS ABOUT PAINTED PRAIRIE VINEYARD
1. The original barn onsite was remodeled into the first tasting room at Painted Prairie —and still exists today!
2. The original cow pasture is now home to our La Crescent, Marquette, and Frontenac grapevines.
3. We are the second owners of Painted Prairie! It officially opened in 2011 under Ben and Kim Hause.
4. It’s a family affair! Our family lives onsite with girls, chickens, cats, and a dog!
5. Surrounded by prairie, farm land, and water, we truly are an destination located in the heart of rural Minnesota.
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