“Tradition”
by David Hinds
The sights and sounds of David‘s childhood come to life in his colorful artwork. Whether it be quirky farm animals, cherished pets or his enduring hero, Abraham Lincoln. Whatever the thought of the day may be. David says the majority of his work is created in a days time, “I am sorry to say I don’t have the attention span to create a large, drawn out masterpiece! The thought comes and I must deal with it quickly as it is fleeting”.
We are excited to add another David Hinds piece to the Galena Cellars portfolio!
FRIDAY EVENTS – November 22
NOUVEAU PARADE – Downtown Galena at 2:30 pm
The afternoon kicks off with a parade of revelers assembling for a trek down Galena’s Main Street in assorted modes of transportation and merriment from horse-drawn wagons to trolleys as the Nouveau wine is handed out to Galena merchants who sport the Nouveau posters in their shop windows.
FRIDAY NOUVEAU LUNCHEONS
Galena Cellars – 111 N. Main Street – LUNCHEON SOLD OUT!
Join the Lawlor Family as they unveil their 2024 Nouveau wine! Be a part of the official toast with friends, area businesses, family and soon-to-be friends. Make your reservations for lunch at 111 N. Main Street in Downtown Galena.
As the Nouveau Wine flows, enjoy French Stew made by our Executive Chef, Fernando, served in a freshly baked bread bowl with a garnish of fruit and brie cheese.
Seating begins at 12:00 pm, luncheon to follow.
Bread & Vine Bakery – 217 S. Main Street
Stop by Bread & Vine’s unique “BarBakery” to enjoy $5 glasses of Nouveau Wine as you savor a classic French mussel and fries dish, created to pair perfectly with the celebratory wine! Available Friday-Sunday, Nouveau Weekend. Call 815-402-2100 or visit breadandvinebakery.com
DeSoto House Hotel – 230 S. Main Street – 1pm
Enjoy a Spring Mix Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette Dressing, Sour Dough Bread Bowl with Tenderloin Beef Stew with hearty vegetables, garnished with Brie Cheese and Grapes. Dessert: Chocolate & Amaretto Mousse in Almond Lace Bowl. PLUS Glass of Nouveau Wine.
$43 per person, all inclusive. Purchase Luncheon Tickets Here!
FRIDAY LIVE MUSIC
The Grape Escape
244 N. Main Street
Joie Wails, 3-6pm
Paradise Bar & Grill
205 N. Main Street
Hard Salami, 3-7pm
Champagne on Main
116 S. Main Street
Steve Davis, 5-7pm
SATURDAY EVENTS – November 23
Galena Cellars Vineyard
Experience the essence of Galena Cellars wine as you take in the spectacular view of our country vineyard and sip on our award winning wines. Savor a glass of Hot Spiced or Caramel Apple Wine as you stroll the property. Located just six miles from downtown Galena, relaxing at the Vineyard is a great way to enjoy your Saturday afternoon. Reservations are not required.
Enjoy live music by Blues musician Keith Scott, 1-4pm!
Galena Cellars Downtown Tasting Room – Live Music
Enjoy live music at our Downtown Galena – 111 N. Main Street!
Kara Gordon will be playing in the first floor bar 5-8pm!
NOUVEAU WEEKEND EXPERIENCES
Galena Trolley Tours – Galena Tour
The only historically & architecturally narrated tour doing 90% of Galena’s Historic district. Travel the hills and valleys of a beautiful and historic former lead mining community and major river port.
Weather dependant. Call 815-777-1248 for more information!
Website: galenatrolleys.com
The Haunted Galena Tour Company – 304 S. Main Street
A Perfect Cocktail of Dark History, Tales of Haunting and Tasty Concoctions!
Join us at 4pm on Saturdays for our Spirits and Spirits Tour. Our “Bootlegger” guide will take you into Three truly haunted Galena Establishments: The DeSoto Hotel, Galena Cellars Winery, and The Galena Brewing Company.
You will learn about the ghosts who haunt these fine establishments, other famous Galena ghosts, and a bit about the area’s dark history.
It’s the Spirits who haunt and the Spirits we drink, shaken (but never stirred) into a spooky and fun 90-minute tour.
The best part? Your ticket price includes 3 specialty drinks, one at each haunted location! It’s the perfect before dinner activity
Call 815-990-7203 or visit www.hauntedgalenatourcompany.com
Galena Foodie Adventures
Downtown Galena Food & Drink Tour
Our tour brings to life the flavors the new and old restaurants, cafes, bakeries and more have to offer. Your foodie guide, just as passionate about food as you are, will bring to life the history of all five tasting locations. This tour is perfect for anyone of all ages visiting Galena ready to eat their way through downtown.
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We will take you on a tour of downtown Galena and make memorable food stops along the way.
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You will enjoy five different restaurants and local food eateries where you will sample the best they have to offer.
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As a participant on the tour, you will not have to wait in line or have a reservation.
Call/text 563-296-3781 or visit www.galenafoodieadventures.com
Countryside Wine Tours
Choose from a handful of tour experiences from area wineries to enjoying our Hopping Tour of the by-ways and backroads, throughout the Galena area. You DRINK~We DRIVE~You HOPPY!
For more information on our Wine Tasting Tour and HOP Tour, visit www.countrysidetoursgalena.com or winetoursgalena.com
Custom Tours Also Available!
NOUVEAU WEEKEND LODGING
Galena Cellars Vineyard
One of Jo Daviess County’s best kept secrets is lodging at Galena Cellars Vineyard! Stay at our Vineyard a little longer…for a totally remote and relaxing stay in the Master Suite or Country Farmhouse. Located only six miles from downtown Galena!
Please visit www.GalenaCellars.com
The Inn at Felt Manor
Please visit www.FeltManor.com
DeSoto House Hotel
Please visit www.DesotoHouse.com
Hawk Valley Retreat and Cottages
Visit website to book: www.hawkvalleyretreat.com
Cloran Mansion Bed & Breakfast
Please call 815-777-0583 or visit www.cloranmansion.com
Lamberson Guest House
Please visit www.LambersonGuestHouse.com
WHAT IS
NOUVEAU?
What could be better to celebrate the harvest season than with an invitation to one of Galena’s most celebrated weekends of the year? That would be the Galena Nouveau Wine Weekend slated for Friday, Nov. 22 and Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024.
Centering around Galena Cellars Vineyard & Winery, the 40th Annual Nouveau is always held the third Thursday of November and showcases the annual release of Le Beaujolais Nouveau which refers to the practice of bottling the first wine of the harvest just a few weeks after fermentation.
The Nouveau invitation holds much in store for those attending the French-infused, century-plus tradition. Kicked off in Galena in 1985 by Galena Cellars, Nouveau Wine Weekend has grown to become a full-blown community celebration that revolves around all things that are wine – particularly Galena Cellar’s 2024 Nouveau wine.
“Nouveau wine is the kind of affordable wine that aspires towards drinkability without needing to be powerful or complex,” second generation winemaker Chris Lawlor explained. “It’s supposed to be something celebratory and about people getting together around the harvest. That’s exactly what our Nouveau Wine Weekend is all about.”
The weekend activities get underway at noon on Friday, Nov. 22 when the new wine is officially released with a toast at Galena Cellar’s opening luncheon held at the Main Street location that day. Many area restaurants follow suit and celebrate with traditional French fare and wine-inspired luncheons.
The afternoon kicks off at 2:30 p.m. with a parade of revelers assembling for a trek down Galena’s Main Street in assorted modes of transportation and merriment from horse-drawn wagons to trollies as the Nouveau wine is handed out to Galena merchants who sport the Nouveau posters in their shop windows.
Local restaurants and Galena businesses continue the celebration all weekend with live music, wine tastings, dinner specials and receptions.
Galena Cellars Vineyard and Downtown locations will also be open all weekend.