Ackerman Winery

Ackerman Winery is part of the Amana Colonies, a National Historic Landmark in central Iowa that draws hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. That's a meaningful backdrop for a winery. With a 3.9 rating from 19 reviewers, it's a consistent presence in one of Iowa's most visited tourist destinations. Amana's heritage of communal craftsmanship carries over into the winery tradition here, where making wine locally has roots going back generations. Visitors come not just for the wine, but for the full Amana experience.

Ackerman Winery produces wines that reflect Iowa's agricultural character, with fruit wines and grape varieties suited to the Midwest climate playing a central role. Tastings typically let you sample a broad range of styles, from sweet rhubarb or elderberry wines to drier grape-based varieties. The retail shop allows guests to purchase bottles for home or as gifts, which is popular given how many tourists visit Amana looking for something locally made. Wine education happens naturally during the tasting, as staff share the story behind each bottle's ingredients and production.

Ackerman Winery serves visitors to the Amana Colonies from across Iowa and neighboring states. Iowa City and Cedar Rapids residents make frequent day trips to the area, putting this winery within easy reach of a combined metro population of several hundred thousand. It's also a regular stop for tour groups and bus trips that include the Amana Colonies on their itinerary.