- November 1st: Trek through Ohio’s Conkle’s Hollow Rim Trail for gorgeous views
- November 2nd: Hike Southeast Ohio’s Conkle’s Hollow Gorge Trail
- November 3rd: Picture-perfect Cedar Falls is an amazing hiking location…check it out!
- November 4th: Brewfontaine in downtown Bellefontaine was voted #1 beer bar in Ohio
- November 5th: Use this Visitor’s Guide to explore Mount Adams in Cincinnati
- November 6th: Order a Detroit-style pizza from The Merchant House in Greenville
- November 7th: Sip some wine at Powell Village Craft Winery
- November 8th: Find Yourself Crossing Two States on Cincinnati’s Purple People Bridge
- November 9th: Watch how Dum-Dums are Made at the Spangler Candy Factory
- November 10th: Grab a cold beer at Mother Stewart’s in Springfield
- November 11th: Hike the Dyer’s Mill Trail at Battelle Darby Creek near Columbus
- November 12th: Enjoy a Home-Cooked Meal at Cecil and Lime in Springfield
- November 13th: Leisure Time Winery is the perfect way to enjoy Wine Wednesday
- November 14th: Choose from several amazing donuts at Stan the Donut Man
- November 15th: Happy Hour is best spent at Brandeberry Winery in Yellow Springs
- November 16th: Breakfast at Boyd and Wurthmann is a great way to start the day
- November 17th: Can’t resist Clifton Mill’s selection of desserts? Have two!
- November 18th: Listen for the train while sampling wine at Barrel Run Crossing Winery
- November 19th: Bring a cooler to stock up on snacks at Grandpa’s Cheese Barn
- November 20th: Explore Malabar State Park near Mansfield
- November 21st: Sample locally produced beers at Father John’s Brewery in Bryan
- November 22nd: Red Brick Tavern in Lafayette has served several US Presidents
- November 23rd: Create your own Wine Pairing at Sarah’s Vineyard
- November 24th: Dine at historic Kewpie Hamburgers in Lima
- November 25th: Arcanum’s A.R. Winery offers unique wines that are sure to please
- November 26th: Search out Eagles’ nests at Highbanks Metro Park
- November 27th: Historical John Rankin House was a safe haven for slaves on the Underground Railroad
- November 28th: Order wings and locally distilled brews at Deadlow Brewery
- November 29th: It’s a great day to hike Cantwell Cliffs in Hocking Hills State Park
- November 30th: Visit Ferrante Winery in Geneva that offers several local sweet wines
Tag Archives: Leisure Time Winery
Featured Ohio Winery: Leisure Time Winery
Returning from the Spangler Candy Company, I decided to stop in Napoleon, Ohio to visit Leisure Time Winery where “Time for turning moments into memories!” is their motto. Cruising through the beautiful countryside of northeast Ohio, I was looking forward to sampling a couple of wines and enjoying a Saturday night of live music.
The sun was beginning to set when I arrived and I had a drive ahead of me to reach Columbus. I wished I would have set out earlier so I could enjoy the outdoor patio, but at least I was able to make it in time for the gorgeous sunset.
I made a stop at the bar to check out the selection of wines and began my tasting with Comfortably Numb, a bold red wine lightly oaked and a perfect balance of acidity. According to the wine list, this lovely red pairs perfectly well with steak and an assortment of game.
My next sample was Hocus Pocus, a semi dry, perfect blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Grigio. I thought it would be fun to have a couple of bottles in preparation for the upcoming Halloween holiday.
I decided to review the menu and learned that Leisure Time is known for their pizzas. I wanted something light and ordered the pretzels, a great choice for sampling wine.
The Lazy Daze Riesling was surprisingly delicious. More sweet than dry, it was perfect and recommended for the summer months.
The staff are super friendly and placed my order for a cheese quesadilla as I decided on my next selection from the 12 wines which are all made on site. I opted for Comfort Zone, a semi-sweet wine which was so easy to drink. A sweet blend of chancellor and concord grapes, I could have easily mistaken this generous pour as a glass of grape juice.
I learned that the wines at Leisure Time Winery are made from grape juice that they purchase from various vendors. The Wine O’ Clock, made from local Niagara grapes, was the best sample I had sipped so far. I decided to buy a couple of bottles as well as purchased a glass to enjoy while listening to the amazing local, live band.
An hour passed while enjoying the entertainment and the wine, so it was time for me to begin the trek towards Columbus. I enjoyed my evening at Leisure Time Winery and wished I had lived a little closer so that I could stay a little longer.
Have you visited Leisure Time Winery in Napoleon? What was your favorite wine selection? I would love to hear about your experience if you would kindly leave a message in the comments section below.
Many thanks for reading about my winery visit and wishing you many Happy Travels!
What to Do and What to See:
Leisure Time Winery
16982 Country Road, M2
Napoleon, OH 43545
Telephone: 419 758 3442
Open Wednesday to Friday from 5PM to 9PM and Saturday from 12PM to 9PM. (Check their website for their summer hours). They are also open Mondays and Tuesdays for art & painting classes.
The winery is located 2 miles south of State Route 24 between Defiance and Napoleon. Check out their Facebook page for the most up to date information and hours of operation.
Where to Stay:
Sauder Heritage Inn
22611 OH-2
Archbold, OH 43502
Telephone: 800 590 9755
Where to Eat:
Leisure Time Winery
16982 Country Road, M2
Napoleon, OH 43545
Telephone: 419 758 3442
You don’t have to travel far for good food when visiting Leisure Time Winery. With a full menu, you can order their famous pizzas, paninis, large list of appetizers and desserts. The Margherita Pizza with jalapenos is my favorite!