From an African Vineyard to a Minnesota Winery

In 1983, in the rolling hills of an African vineyard, a couple of dreams began to sprout. Owners Timothy and Therese Tulloch became engaged to be married and immediately planned to one day own a vineyard. Between then and when the cold-hardy grapes became available, Timothy owned and operated European Roasterie while Therese owned and operated The Next Chapter Bookstore. In 2007, their dreams of a Minnesota vineyard came true when Timothy, Therese, and their four children helped plant and nurture 6 acres of vines. Starting her own next chapter, daughter Jackie opened the tasting room in 2014, began hosting weddings at the winery in 2015, and continues to grow the family business with husband Jeff. Their dream? To savor the moment. To savor family, love, and of course, delicious wine.

Karibu Shamba, welcome to our vineyard and winery.

NEXT CHAPTER WINERY STAFF/FAMILY

Timothy Tulloch

Owner and Winemaker

Jackie Brockway

Restaurant and Event Manager

Jeff Brockway

Winery and Vineyard Manager

REVIEWS

Next Chapter Winery

4.8

Based on 272 reviews

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I had my wedding at NCW in June 2023 and could not have imagined a better experience with the venue. Jackie made the planning process practically stress-free and was a joy to have around to help out on the wedding day. Multiple guests told me that we inspired them to have a winery wedding so I think that says a lot about the place! I would recommend this venue to anyone who wants to have a very personalized wedding with lots of support. Thank you so much NCW!!!

Laura Jopp

18:54 10 Sep 23

Brenda Kaliszewski

22:20 27 Aug 23

We had our wedding reception at NCW and it was absolutely perfect! We could not have asked for a better day, venue, or venue owners to work with. Jackie and Jeff were amazing!

Victoria Sinell

21:24 22 Aug 23

We had a wonderful time celebrating a birthday here. The wine was fabulous, and all the vodka drinks were amazing. Wonderful atmosphere with live music.

E B

02:35 21 Aug 23

My husband and I got married in June this year. Jackie and Jeff were amazing at helping with everything and were very quick to respond to questions. They made the whole experience organized and stress free! I wouldn’t change a thing.

Emma Young

16:50 16 Aug 23

NCW is STUNNING venue! We had our wedding there in March and it was absolutely perfect! Jackie and Jeff go above and beyond to make your day everything you dream of! They are so helpful with recommending local vendors for catering, etc. as well! They are a one stop shop!

Becki Lundquist

18:48 07 Aug 23

Great wine and atmosphere. Wonderful people there. Can't believe it, but they keep getting better every year!Every year they donate grape vines to feed the orphaned fawns I rehabilitate to release back into the wild.

Antonia Maat

19:42 02 Aug 23

Enjoyed the wines at Next Chapter! They have a wine flight deal for 3 - 3oz pours for $13. They had live music and wood fire pizza which were both lovely! I very much enjoyed Hot Mess!

Becca Freeman

02:44 30 Jul 23

Getting married at Next Chapter was a no brainer for us! Do you love wine? Do you love a very elegant yet rustic feel? Do you love twinkly lights and a good time? GET MARRIED HERE! They have everything you could ever want in a venue and Jackie and Jeff were absolutely wonderful through the whole process making the whole day a breeze! I love all the positive energy and love filled memories we have from this wonderful place. Take it from a DIY Bride!

Kathryn Christianson

23:35 25 Jul 23

Beautiful wedding venue and great little winery

Andrew Lindberg

02:22 17 Jul 23

Danielle Mueller

16:23 14 Jul 23

Kim Hanson

23:12 24 Jun 23

Had some simples . Tried the whiskey. Very nice place , worth the trip

Mark Calderon

18:31 13 Jun 23

Very nice settings. Was busy but that's good.

Stacy Hanson

22:48 06 May 23

Fantastic!

Judi Baker

22:23 16 Apr 23

I really liked it here. It's very cute and there are a lot of options to choose from. They have cocktail flights, wine flights of 2oz and 3 oz pours and vodka flights as well. We had wine passports to use as we had never been here before. The service was great too. I would definitely recommend checking this winery out. I will be back in this summer for sure.

Kelsea Peterson

21:18 15 Apr 23

Fantastic time great wine and food. People were super. Will be going back many times

Tim Bouldin

22:31 12 Mar 23

I love Next Chapter! The grounds are beautiful, there are a ton of great wines and cocktails to try, and the owners and staff are super friendly. I highly recommend them!

Josie B

16:49 26 Feb 23

Melissa Nelson

21:35 19 Feb 23

Jennifer Bingham-May

17:48 12 Feb 23

Love this winery, have been several times since it opened. I highly recommend going if you get a chance. The people are absolutely fabulous, as well as the patrons who attend. Lots of good memories to be made.

M. G.

01:27 11 Feb 23

Leah Cormier

02:37 20 Jan 23

Awesome venue. Great entertainment event.

John Hortop

14:38 04 Dec 22

Took my sister here for her birthday. They have a great selection of wines. Not only do they have wine but they also have hard liquor, beer and cider available.They do have some snacks as well to nibble on while you are doing your tastings. They also play host to food trucks during the warmer months. I would definitely recommend a visit here.

rhoarep (rhoarep)

07:39 24 Nov 22

Such a wonderful, family run business. Great wine, great atmosphere, phenomenal service!

Maurissa Panning

21:07 22 Nov 22

Such a fun winery! Had such a fun time for my first time, definitely will be coming back again.

Kaitlyn Busse

05:13 06 Nov 22

WOW what a great venue, absolutely beautiful!!!!

Candy “Candace” Peterson

19:28 05 Nov 22

We had our wedding at Next Chapter in August and it was perfect. Jackie was so helpful in making sure we had what we needed, recommending great vendors and being so excited for us and this big event for our lives. I wish Jackie was my best friend! Jeff was also really helpful and even bartended for us.I have love Next Chapter wines for many years and their delightful wedding themed names added an extra layer of delight to celebrating at Next Chapter (although the Father of the Bride drank mostly sippin’ solo, his new favorite!).What a beautiful venue, great leadership and a joyful place for any celebration. Thank you!

G S

16:08 21 Oct 22

What a beautiful place to have a wedding! Jackie and Jeff are awesome! They jumped in and helped all throughout the night. They are two of the most caring people my wife and I have ever met. We are so honored to have been married there. Everything went perfect. Jackie helped us plan the whole night and guided us throughout the entire planning of our wedding. The wedding expos she had there were a big help too. We can’t express enough how grateful we are of them. We cannot wait to go back and see them, they’re both so much fun to be around. They truly became our friends by the end.

Chris Wisness

14:21 18 Oct 22

Next Chapter Winery is a great place for any special occasion, or just a relaxing afternoon at the vineyard! It's a perfect place to bring co workers, employees, family, & friends to hang out and have some great wine.

Jonathan Beulke

20:06 22 Sep 22

My husband and I got married at Next Chapter Winery last month and we could not have been happier with how everything turned out! Jackie was absolutely amazing with communication and she even offered completely last minute to play violin during our ceremony. Jackie and Jeff bartended for our wedding all night and did a fabulous job! They went above and beyond to make our day even more special. If you are looking for a venue to get married at we highly recommend the Next Chapter Winery!!

Rebekah Hollinger

15:02 06 Sep 22

Nice place, staff. Pleasant atmosphere.

john maday

13:04 05 Sep 22

Thoroughly enjoy Next Chapter Winery! The wines are quite good, and the grounds and facilities are top-notch. Can't wait to go back again!

Keith White

19:31 03 Sep 22

Mark Spatenka

00:08 27 Aug 22

Went to a Wedding here today and the service and scenery and wines were amazing , My only complaint was they had big ruts in the lot for wedding parking and I twisted my ankle (a few others said they almost did as well) and was disappointed that in their emergency kit there was not an ACE bandage for my sprained ankle which I think would have helped it not be so painful now after 8 hours of injury. I was not able to leave to get one as my hubby was in the wedding party. They offered Ice tho in a washcloth for me to help keep it iced.

Kathy Davidson

03:55 22 Aug 22

Beautiful wedding venue! Our daughter was married here and despite some weather glitches, Jackie and Jeff helped to make it a day for her to remember. ❤️

Lori Streed

16:34 20 Aug 22

We had our wedding here and loved it! It’s a perfect blend of rustic charm and simple natural beauty. There weren’t any hidden fees and pretty much everything is included in the venue cost. Jackie was AMAZING. She was extremely helpful and accommodating. She promptly answered our questions and even gave us great suggestions. She also helped me fold my napkins when my setup crew didn’t show up as planned. I’m forever grateful. The venue is dog-friendly and Jackie has two adorable dogs that would, if you are willing, partake as guests. Although, the venue has everything that you would potentially need, there are some quirks to keep in mind. We were told that we could get any alcohol as long as Jackie was made aware. Turns out, it wasn’t the case and we did have to make some slight adjustments. Also, the bar service does not include free water. They only provide bottled water for a fee, but Jackie was upfront regarding this. Even if you don’t have your wedding here, the winery is worth visiting. They have a quaint tasting room, a gorgeous patio, and the wine slushies are delicious!

Hlitawci Xiong

15:05 11 Aug 22

Beautiful patio. Great food truck options regularly. Lots of fun including bingo. Their Frontenac Gris is fantastic wine.

Evelyn Hoover

12:50 28 Jul 22

Finally opened a bottle of your Velvet Vines American Syrah purchased several years ago. It is fantastic. Should have purchased more.

Ralph & Bonnie Fetter

01:19 20 Jul 22

I just got married to my amazing wife, Hayley, and we had the best experience ever! Jackie and Jeff are two of the most kind, caring individuals you will ever meet. They made the whole process much easier and less stressful. The venue itself is perfect. We are so happy that we chose Next Chapter Winery and highly recommend to anyone else looking for a venue!

Andrew Stoick

14:59 14 Jul 22

Beautiful place to host a wedding! Thank you for an amazing experience here!

Bailey Newman

09:42 14 Jul 22

I just went to Next Chapter Winery for a wedding and it was such a beautiful place. I loved the scenery and the building where reception was, was so nice.

Preston Munson

03:43 14 Jul 22

Katelyn Perkins

03:30 14 Jul 22

Thank you Jackie and Jeff for helping to make the wedding day truly special for Andrew and Hayley! We are most grateful. The venue is absolutely beautiful!

Andi Stoick

23:44 13 Jul 22

Karl Anderson

19:05 13 Jul 22

The venue was very clean, spacious and welcoming. Jeff, Jackie and the staff were accommodating, ensuring we had a great time.

JASON SCHERMAN

18:51 13 Jul 22

We just had our wedding here this past weekend, and we had the BEST experience we could have ever imagined. Jackie, her husband, and staff went about and beyond to make sure all of our needs were met. There were a few guests who unfortunately were disrespectful, and it left both my husband and I very disappointed. However, Jackie and her husband made sure to put us about any other situation. They were professional, kind, and just wanted to make sure our day was perfect. I can not recommend them enough!!!! They truly care about people, and I am so glad we chose to get married here.

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This venue was so beautiful! The owners were so helpful and kind to our wedding party, and really cared about our experience as well.

Melaina Anderson

16:19 13 Jul 22

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Debbie Glowicki

22:12 26 Jun 22

I cannot say enough about how amazing NCW is to work with for events. We have visited their location for drinks and we have always received great service. We recently hosted our wedding celebration there and it was perfect! The team was so kind and helpful on our big day. Jackie was so helpful and sweet during our planning and preparation. They made sure everything was taken care of and that we had what we needed for our celebration. The communication was quick and every question was addressed. I highly recommend NCW!

Kelly W

23:14 18 Jun 22

What a great Sunday Afternoon visiting the Winery. The patio was very comfortable and the wine was so good. Will come again thats for sure!

Kathie Smestad

17:34 13 Jun 22

Great first visit, good decent wines, and it seems they have food trucks in many nights! We’ll be back!

Nicholas Popehn

00:30 11 Jun 22

We had our wedding at Next Chapter Winery, and it was the BEST decision ever! We rented both the pavilion and barrel room with 200 guests. Jackie and Jeff the managers were fantastic to work with! There was never a line for drinks, they helped our vendors, requests were flawlessly met and they are extremely kind! Not only is it a great venue their wine is AWESOME! A great place full of events like bingo nights during the week and food trucks for a night out with friends and family. I feel this review is so full of positive content, but it is all genuinely true! We just adore this winery! Please make it a stop if you're in the area or in Minnesota in general!

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01:59 27 Apr 22

Very wonderful friendly service and superb tasting wine And I was a great atmosphere

Tim Simon

00:11 24 Apr 22

Ke Bo

20:34 02 Apr 22

Fantastic winery. Live music, great wine and wonderful ambiance.

Steve Coggins

03:08 19 Feb 22

CheriJeff Kane

00:17 10 Oct 21

Next Chapter Winery is an AMAZING venue!! Jackie, Jeff and the rest of the NCW team did a great job of making sure that my husband and I felt comfortable and happy prior to, during and after our wedding day. I cannot say enough good things about Jackie, her professionalism and her obvious care of each couple. As my husband would say "You can tell that she loves love!" We received so many complements from guests about the venue and how absolutely beautiful it is. Thank you, Jackie, for helping make this an unforgettable day!

Josh Berkholz

23:58 07 Oct 21

Our daughter's wedding was on October 3rd and i cannot say enough about how perfect the venue is. Jackie is so accomplished and so enthusiastic.It is such a beautiful place

Laurie Thompson

17:42 05 Oct 21

Jason Lucas

02:21 02 Oct 21

Melissa Ascheman

20:48 29 Sep 21

Beautiful place, friendly staff and wine was good

Sandy Russell

23:19 26 Sep 21

Jeffrey Stocker

12:50 25 Sep 21

Michael Jensen

21:19 13 Sep 21

For anyone considering hosting a wedding at NCW... We highly recommend it! Jackie and Jeff are awesome to work with and their beautiful facility is laid out in a way that provides the bride and groom the space they need to be creative in how they want their wedding to be.Jackie (the owner) is a delight to work with. She is SO kind, caring, and considerate. She will make the bride and groom feel as though they are the only wedding being hosted there all year. Jackie and her husband Jeff are a wonderful team and work hard to make sure your event is a success and special.Jackie and Jeff -- Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for making our daughter's wedding day so special.And don't worry...we are big fans of NCW, so we will be seeing you again soon.Ken and Carolyn KidderLakeville, MN

Ken Kidder

12:05 07 Sep 21

A beautiful venue with professional, friendly staff to help make your experience memorable!

Tammi Tikalsky

20:01 01 Sep 21

Katie Painter

20:41 21 Aug 21

My favorite place.

ARSENIO ORTIZ

02:50 14 Aug 21

Beautiful gem!

Kris Nordgren

10:47 06 Aug 21

We hosted a bridal shower here and from the minute I contacted them to inquire about pricing and availability, they were so nice and accommodating. Not only is it a beautiful venue, the staff is delightful. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a fun place to hold an event.

Michelle Jewell

23:47 26 Jul 21

Linda Schwichtenberg

15:08 28 Jun 21

Very friendly and made us first timers feel very welcome. We spampled seven different wines and bought three different bottles. I recommend trying this winery out. The speedy steak tacos are great!.

Marty Martland

20:14 27 Jun 21

My husband and I recently held our wedding at Next Chapter Winery. Jackie and the entire team made our wedding day(s) absolutely perfect. Due to the pandemic, we had a small, intimate wedding last August and held our larger vow renewal and reception this summer. Jackie helped me through the rescheduling process (three times!), and her calm demeanor, support, and professionalism prevented me from losing my cool at any point during the process.In addition to the amazing staff, the venue is absolutely gorgeous. We held our original ceremony out in the vineyard, and our vow renewal was held in the venue's barrel room due to the heat. Both locations are idyllic. The new pavilion that they built over the past year or two was a gorgeous place to hold our dinner. We received so many compliments! The wine is so amazing, and many of the wines have fun, wedding-themed names that our guests really enjoyed! I would recommend NCW to anyone and everyone!!!

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