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Rustic Roots Winery
Sip, savor, and soak in panoramic views at our hilltop vineyard retreat.
3.6(5 reviews)
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Sip, savor, and soak in panoramic views at our hilltop vineyard retreat.
Rustic Roots Winery is a scenic hilltop vineyard and farm in Scandia, MN, offering award-winning wines, artisanal charcuterie boards, and breathtaking views of the St. Croix Valley. We host live music, seasonal events, and outdoor activities like hiking, creating a vibrant atmosphere for wine lovers and families. Our commitment to local ingredients and community engagement makes every visit a memorable escape into nature and flavor.
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Sample our curated selection of estate-grown wines, including full-bodied reds and crisp whites, with expert guidance.
Enjoy locally sourced meats, cheeses, and accompaniments, perfect for pairing with our wines on the patio.
Attend seasonal celebrations, harvest festivals, and weekend performances in a lively, scenic setting.
Explore our hilly trails with panoramic views, ideal for nature walks and photography.
Host gatherings, anniversaries, or corporate events with customized wine and food packages.
Rustic Roots Winery is the ultimate fall escape! Perched high on a scenic hilltop, it offers breathtaking, panoramic views of the vibrant red, gold, and orange trees—it truly feels like stepping into a postcard. Don't skip the artisanal charcuterie board—it’s full of local delights and makes for the perfect afternoon pairing. Beyond the delicious wine and food, the winery is clearly a hub of activity. They frequently host fantastic events, from live music weekends to seasonal harvest celebrations, creating a truly lively and engaging atmosphere year-round. Their wine selection is delicious. We particularly loved their full-bodied Reserve Cabernet, which was the perfect complement to the crisp autumn air. Highly recommend!
Paid $19 for 1 low-quality burger from the grill at 6pm and just got it at 7:15… absolutely insane wait. Rest of the family ordered from the bistro at the same time and got their food in 15 minutes. Wine is good, but I’d recommend never ordering from the grill. Would never have gotten it if I knew it would take that long. Worth noting that the staff inside were very accommodating and friendly
Fantastic winery, view, and atmosphere. I definitely think this is one of the nicer places to stop in an already wonderful area and you should make the time to stop there in a nice day and enjoy the patio and wine!
Unfortunately, we did not have a good experience during our first visit to Rustic Winery. My family discovered this winery online and thought it would be the perfect place to take our 13th anniversary photos. My wife called the day before to ask if photoshoots were allowed and whether there were any events we should be aware of or limitations on where we could go. The Rustic staff informed us that it is a public place and that guests are welcome to explore the property. When we arrived, we noticed people scattered throughout the grounds: some were playing bingo in the pergola area, while others were sipping wine and exploring the winery. Our photographer found a nice spot for photos, which happened to be about 25 feet away from a small group of four white women who were doing yoga. Everything seemed normal until a staff member named Lindsay approached us and told us that the yoga instructor had reported that we were making the class feel "uncomfortable" and that we should consider relocating for their "privacy." We were puzzled by the term "uncomfortable," as we were not directing our photos toward their group and were behaving respectfully, with four adults and three children present. Privacy? We were shocked because this is a public place, and we believed we could be anywhere on the property. We treated this like a public park. We were unaware that a yoga class was in progress, as Rustic had not informed us about it during our phone call with them, nor was there any sign posted. Furthermore, we were 25 feet away from the class. While Lindsay spoke with the instructor and one of the students after speaking to us, my wife and I walked over to apologize, as we genuinely did not realize there was a class in session. We thought they were fellow visitors like us using the public space. During our apology, we were told by the instructor that "they can't just stop in the middle of class to tell us to relocate; we should have had the common sense to move further away!" Unfortunately, instead of communicating with us directly, they chose to report us. Staff Lindsay didn’t evaluate the situation before approaching us and chose to side with the yoga class. It makes us wonder if our Asian ethnicity played a role in their discomfort, especially since there were people playing bingo nearby, and you could hear the host announcing the numbers and players shouting "bingo." Communication is key! We wished they had kindly asked us to relocate when we arrived instead of reporting us and involving staff after an hour passed. Besides, if you are hosting a yoga class in a public venue and require visitors to maintain a significant distance, perhaps you should coordinate with the venue to secure a designated area. Although Staff Member Lindsay apologized afterward, it is disheartening that my children and family had to endure this experience. As business owners ourselves, we believe she could have handled the situation better. This is a public space, and the staff specifically stated that visitors were welcome to explore anywhere. Rustic needs to improve its handling of such situations. If they are hosting classes and prefer that visitors stay away, they should communicate this more effectively instead of making visitors feel unwelcome simply because the class or students are uncomfortable. Our recommendation is to reconsider visiting Rustic Winery; you might not feel welcome there. The thought of this encounter continues to upset me and leaves me feeling sick to my stomach.
Wonderful experiences here with different groups! Our senior hiking club did do the hilly hike (it was wonderful). Well played RR-we all really enjoyed our beverages and food after the hike! I look forward to more events here!
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