Therefore, the wine industry in Indiana did not thrive after prohibition until the 1970 s. The second incentive for the Indiana wine industry occurred in 1989. With 9 wineries in Indiana, the General Assembly created the Indiana Wine Grape Council to support the growing industry. The Council s mission is to enhance economic development in Indiana by establishing a successful wine grape industry through winegrape research and market development. Currently, Indiana is home to 25 wineries with several more in various planning stages.
Projections show two to five more wineries opening in Indiana within the next five years.
Located throughout the state, Indiana s wineries range from small shops in quaint towns to large farms set on hundreds of acres. Indiana vintners are pleased with the growing success of the wine industry. Not only in the wine producers, but also in the visitors who take time to learn what Indiana has to offer and enjoy Indiana wine with family at home.