The Prime Experience
Prime Vine Winery is a hidden gem located in Akron, Ohio., featuring a tasting room and event center.
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May Charcuterie Class: Learn the Basics
May Charcuterie Class: Learn the Basics
Vineyard, Tasting Room & Event Center Listed on the National Register of Historic Places
Prime Vine Winery is a newly renovated event venue located in Akron, Ohio. It includes a Main House, Wine Tasting Room with outdoor patio, and grounds. The event spaces are highly customizable to suit any occasion. Prime Vine Winery can accommodate events of various sizes: The Wine Tasting Room holds up to 30 people, the Main House can host a cocktail party for up to 75 guests, and with tenting, the venue can accommodate up to 200 people.

Akron, Ohio
In the heart of the Portage Lakes Prime Vine Winery is tucked away on beautiful grounds
The Prime Vine Winery estate was designed by local architect and contractor Clifford B. Ferguson, and is an example of the Colonial Revival style that was popular in the 1910s.
The Swiss-born Zimmerly family built the estate between 1919 and 1921. The three-story mansion, which is nearly 7,000 square feet in size, still has its original floors, plaster walls, woodwork, and wooden doors. The property also features 9-foot ceilings, large bedrooms, a separate staircase for servants, four fireplaces, and multiple sun rooms.
Owners Jim and Julie Pulk also own Venture Wines in Napa, California, which supplies the Tasting Room. In addition to wine, they plan to launch a distillery and produce apple bourbon with apples from their orchard, as well as cognac from grapes grown on their future property.
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Experience Music, Wine, and Summertime Magic at Vinestock 2024!
This summer, get ready to be part of something truly special! Prime Vine Winery invites you to the inaugural Vinestock Music Festival at the scenic Portage Lakes. This three-part concert series is set to showcase an impressive lineup of the best original music bands...
Experience Prime Vine Winery: Monthly Open House Event
Nestled in the heart of our picturesque estate, Prime Vine Winery invites you to join us for our exclusive Monthly Open House. This enchanting event takes place in the Main House, a historical gem that has been lovingly restored by its owners, Jim and Julie Pulk. Mark...
A Celestial Celebration to Remember at Prime Vine Winery
On a day marked by astronomical wonder, Prime Vine Winery hosted a sensational Total Eclipse Party that will be etched in the memories of all who attended. Nestled in the picturesque Portage Lakes area of Akron, Ohio, our winery proved to be the perfect backdrop for...