South Dakota's First Winery

The Nygaard family fermented South Dakota’s first commercial wine in July of 1996 after Valiant Vineyards was awarded Bonded Winery License BW-SD-1. Thus, they became the founding family of the South Dakota commercial wine industry.

South Dakota's First Winery

The Nygaard family fermented South Dakota’s first commercial wine in July of 1996 after Valiant Vineyards was awarded Bonded Winery License BW-SD-1. Thus, they became the founding family of the South Dakota commercial wine industry.

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Distillery

Stone Faces Distillery in Vermillion, SD offers handcrafted small-batch spirits, including premium vodka, bourbon, whiskey, and rum. Discover the taste of South Dakota in every pour. Visit us to explore our craft spirits and experience authentic local flavor.

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Indulge in the perfect blend of tangy and sweet with our Cherry Bourbon Sour recipe. Crafted with Clay Turner 5 Year Bourbon, fresh lemon juice, sweet cherries marinated in bourbon, and egg whites, this cocktail delivers a harmonious balance of flavors. Shake it up and pour over ice for a

March 2nd at Valiant Vineyards Winery & Distillery7:00 PM to 10:00 PM There will be tables set up for tasting the Bourbon and Rye Whiskeys from Kentucky, Tennessee, South Dakota, North Dakota, Indiana, New York, Virginia, North Carolina, Texas, Nevada, Colorado, Minnesota, Idaho, Canada, and Japan. Names you know and

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Weddings

Looking for the perfect wedding venue? Celebrate your big day at Valiant Vineyards Winery & Distillery!

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Experience South Dakota Wine Country

Located in Vermillion, South Dakota, the tasting room opened its doors more than 20 years ago.