Grand River Valley AVA Wine Tasting #2
Grand River Valley AVA Wine Tasting #2 in Mentor, OH — five local Lake Erie wineries. May 7, 2026. From $55 GA.
Quick facts
At a glance.
The story
About this festival.
Grand River Valley AVA Wine Tasting #2 is a wine tasting event held May 7, 2026, in Mentor, Ohio—the second iteration featuring five local wineries from the Lake Erie wine region. General admission is $55 per person; VIP and designated driver pricing are to be announced. The Lake Erie AVA, located in northeastern Ohio near the Pennsylvania border, produces Riesling, Cabernet Franc, and other cool-climate varieties suited to the region's moderating lake effect. This tasting brings together a curated selection of regional producers in a single venue, offering an efficient way to sample the area's winemaking without traveling between multiple locations. Exact venue details and what's included in general admission have not yet been published on the organizer's website.
Getting there
Location & logistics.
What to expect
The experience.
Expect a strong showing of red, white — pace yourself and start with the lighter pours.
Held at 9620 Old Johnnycake Ridge Rd in Mentor. Check the venue page for layout details.
Friendly to first-timers — no one is going to quiz you on Pinot. Ask questions, take notes, enjoy.
Arrive early, hit your must-try wineries first, then wander. That's the move.
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