b'Wine & dine in the countryLOCAL FOOD & DRINKAllow our wineries to give you a true taste of the region while youre here. We believe youll find our wines are reason enough to visit Athens County. Each has a little something different to offer. Some have mead (a wine derived from local honey) as well as the traditional red and whites. Be sure to bring your appetite with you. Our wineries serve amazing locally-sourced food in stunning countryside settings.Volunteers and employees teamed up to harvest the Vidal Blanc grapes from the vineyard at Shade Winery in Shade, Ohio.34 VISIT ATHENS COUNTY | ATHENSOHIO.COM'