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Monte Alegre Vineyard/Cellars is an event venue at 473 Ponce Trail, Carbondale, IL 62901. Events include Wine tasting, Wine sales. It is in Jackson County, about 56 miles from Paducah.
Monte Alegre Vineyard/Cellars in Carbondale, Illinois, offers wine tasting and wine sales. The venue was originally a horse training and breeding operation before planting a commercial vineyard in 1996. It opened its tasting room to the public in 2009. Established in 1987, Monte Alegre Vineyard/Cellars has evolved from its equestrian roots into a place where visitors can enjoy a variety of wines.
- Address
- 473 Ponce Trail, Carbondale, IL 62901
- Phone
- (618) 549-3952
- County
- Jackson
- Highways
- Illinois Route 13, U.S. Route 51
- Distance
- about 56 miles from Paducah (straight line)
About Carbondale
Carbondale, Illinois, is a city in Jackson County with a population of about 21,800. Founded in 1853, it grew as a railroad crossroads and transportation hub by the Civil War. The city is home to Southern Illinois University, established in 1874, which remains a major employer and cultural center. Carbondale is known for its early Memorial Day observance and its location on the northern edge of Shawnee National Forest. Visitors can reach Carbondale via Illinois Route 13 or U.S. Route 51, with Amtrak service available and the nearest major airport in St. Louis, 82 miles away. Nearby attractions include Giant City State Park and the Shawnee National Forest, offering outdoor recreation and natural beauty.
Getting there
- Highways
- Illinois Route 13, U.S. Route 51
- Rail and air
- Amtrak service available; nearest major airport in St. Louis
- Nearest city
- St. Louis
Around Carbondale
- Woodlawn Cemetery: Site of one of the first Memorial Day observances in 1866.
- Southern Illinois University: Flagship campus of the SIU system and a national research university.
- University Museum: Houses 60,000 artifacts and hosts traveling art exhibits.
- Varsity Center for the Arts: Renovated theater serving as a performing arts venue.
- Giant City State Park: Known for its natural beauty and longest totality during the 2017 solar eclipse.
- Shawnee National Forest: Large forested area near the city offering outdoor recreation.
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Frequently Asked
- Where is Monte Alegre Vineyard/Cellars located?
- Monte Alegre Vineyard/Cellars is at 473 Ponce Trail, Carbondale, IL 62901, in Jackson County.
- How do I get to Monte Alegre Vineyard/Cellars?
- Carbondale is served by Illinois Route 13, U.S. Route 51. It is about 56 miles from Paducah.
- What kinds of events does Monte Alegre Vineyard/Cellars host?
- Wine tasting, Wine sales.
- What is there to see in Carbondale?
- Places to see in Carbondale include Woodlawn Cemetery, Southern Illinois University, University Museum, Varsity Center for the Arts, Giant City State Park.
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