Isn't it time southern Illinoisians?
                            We are issuing a challenge to all the southern Illinois wineries.  See our challenge at the end of the News and Events Page.  
 
  We are in Ava Illinois, off the Wine trail, which means we can offer Quality
  Illinois Wines at reasonable prices without all the hype.  Our $10,000
  building wasn't designed to hold fancy parties.  It was designed to make
  quality wine.  Which is what we do.  

  We do, however, provide a quiet, country setting for picnics
  and get togethers with friends around our lake.   The grill is
  always ready for you to use to cook your steaks, hamburgers, or
  chicken.  Bring your picnic baskets and enjoy the day. 
  Private picnics and after work parties can also be arranged.

  We only have three rules:

   1.  We insist you taste our wine before we sell you a bottle.
   2.  No wine before your time (i.e. 21 years old).
   3.  Have fun while your here and enjoy a day by the lake. Take time to
        unwind from the hustle of everyday life and relax with a good book
        and an excellent glass of wine.

   It goes without needing to be said, be polite, courteous, and pickup your
    trash.

  Cellars de Santom Winery
  2709 Lone Oak Road
  Ava, IL  62907  Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
                            Sunday    1 p.m. to 6 p.m.
                           Other times by appointment