Forestedge Winery
Forestedge Winery produces premium fruit wines in northern Minnesota. Our wines are produced from many of the fruits that thrive in our northern climate. The winery began in 1999 and has won numerous international awards for its wines. Stop by the winery and try a wine flight or two. Afterward enjoy a glass on the cobblestone patio or check out our Gallery featuring works of regional artists. Our Art Fair at the Winery is held the 3rd weekend in August featuring 30+ regional artists. Our wines include Black Currant, Rhubarb, White Cranberry, Blueberry, Raspberry, Apple and more.
Author: Caroline Porsiel
Caroline Porsiel is a master distiller and liqueurist based in East Ellijay, Georgia. She founded House of Applejay, a fine spirits and liqueur distillery, in 2022 with her mother, Sabine, crafting award-winning products like Applejay from Ellijay, Mt. Frozen Knob Vodka, and Winter Cherry Mountain Liqueur. The distillery won a 2024 Best of Georgia Award and a 2025 Double Gold Medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition for its Winter Cherry Mountain Liqueur. As a founding member of the AMBRU Campaign, launched in 2020, Porsiel advocates for the global recognition of American Brandy and Rum. She continues to drive innovation in the craft spirits industry from her active distillery in the heart of Georgia’s apple country.
