GCP187 - Wide River Winery in Clinton, Iowa, w/Dorothy O'Brien, Owner & Operator

Dorothy O'Brien, the owner of the Wide River Winery in Clinton, Iowa, joins Andy and Jenny in this episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast. Dorothy O’Brien grew up in Winfield, Illinois, a rural area a little outside of Chicago. During her childhood, Dorothy participated in the local 4H program, where she initially developed a love for the outdoors, which later inspired her to cultivate plants in Iowa's soil.It wasn’t until her thirties that Dorothy discovered a taste for wine. From there, she developed a strong interest in winemaking and growing. Then, in 1997, Dorothy began to read and research how to grow grapes and planted some of her own. Before she knew it, she was creating home-brewed wine in the basement for her and her family to enjoy. She and her family continued to learn about the winemaking process, attending classes and meetings with other Iowa winemakers covering topics like the best kind of yeast to use or the best winemaking methods.Now, as the owner of a thriving winery, Dorothy continues to be a practicing attorney to this day. When not hard at work between Wide River and her law career, she can be found cooking, tending to flowers in her greenhouse, or enjoying the outdoors. You can see some of the beautiful blossoms she grows decorating our tasting rooms in the warmer months.For more information on Wide River Winery, visit https://wideriverwinery.com/.Grow Clinton is a proud 501(c)(6) nonprofit organization committed to fostering community, driving economic development, and promoting tourism in Clinton, Iowa.Our mission? To ignite business growth, strengthen community ties, and advocate for the sustainable economic success of the Greater Clinton Region.Have questions about our strategic plan or want to learn more from this podcast? Reach out to us at [email protected] to promote your business or upcoming event? Connect with Grow Clinton at (563) 242-5702 or visit our website at www.GrowClinton.com.We love hearing from you! Share your thoughts and feedback in our listener survey at https://www.growclinton.com/survey.Grow Clinton dedicates itself to promoting economic growth, fostering community spirit, and bolstering the continuous success of businesses in the Greater Clinton Region.Thanks for tuning in and for your continued support. Let's make a difference together! ~AndyHave an idea for a podcast guest? Send us a message!