Craving a quality fresh-from-the vine glass of vino minus the $500 plane ticket to Napa? Us too.

Fortunately, central Kentucky is home to several wineries where you can enjoy a fresh glass (and even take home a bottle). We’re sharing with you eight vineyards so you can kick back, relax, and unwine-d.

Pro tip: Check out this map so you can raise a glass to a sweet Kentucky sips.

Equus Run, 1280 Moores Mill Rd., Midway

Sip + stroll on a self-guided tour or savor the flavors with a private catered picnic that’s nestled among the horse farms of Midway. Check out its calendar of events featuring live music, dinner parties, and more.

Wine varietals include: Chenin Blanc, Pinotage, Reisling, and Sauvignon Blanc

Talon Winery, 7086 Tates Creek Rd.

Sip and sway to the live music it hosts every Saturday night from 4-7 p.m. It's open daily and also has awine club+ membershipwith perks that include a free in-store tasting for two.

Wine varietals include: Cabernet sauvignon, Chardonnay, Merlot, and Rose

Wildside Winery, 5500 Troy Pk., Versailles

Open every day, this Woodford County winery has multiple award-winning wines including its Cabernet Franc + dry red “Quartet” blend. Stop by for fun events such as Wild Woman Gatherings and Sangria Sunday.

Wine varietals include: Pinot Grigio, Rose, Riesling, and fruit-forward like cranberry + blackberry

Let Nini at Harkness Edwards Vineyard plan the perfect picnic. | Photo by @harknessedwardsvineyards

Harkness Edwards Vineyard, 5199 Combs Ferry Rd., Winchester

There’s no shortage of things to do or wine to sip at The Peach House. Pack your own picnic for a breezy afternoon in the garden or check the events page for happenings like cooking + art classes.

Wine varietals include: Blanc de Noir, Cabernet, Vidal Blanc, and house-made sangrias.

1922 House Vineyard, 3155 Keene Rd., Nicholasville

Located next to a true 1922-built home in horse country, this vineyard crafts small-batch artisanal wine. It's only open on Saturdays serving its award-winning Kentucky Proud bottles.

Wine varietals include: Chambourcin, Norton, Noiret, and dessert wines

Forget Napa, head to Nicholasville for Ghost Fox Winery's bold + beautiful vine-filled sunsets. | Photo courtesy of Ghost Fox Winery

Ghost Fox Winery, 2385 Chrisman Mill Rd., Nicholasville

Taking over the former Chrisman Mill Winery, Ghost Fox is set among the rolling hills of Jessamine County. Stop by to sample for yourself on Saturdays, 12-9 p.m. + Sundays, 1-5 p.m., or explore its event calendar for unique offerings like a Read Between the Wines + Wine Wonderland.

Wine varietals include: Chardonnay, Sparkling white, Merlot, and Zinfandel

Chenault Vineyards, 2284 Barnes Mill Rd., Richmond

This family-run operation is situated on 500 acres of rolling hills and vines. Take a guided tour, stroll through the vines on the walking trail, or sip a glass on the patio.

Wine varietals include: Chardonnay, Cabernet Franc, Riesling, and cherry wine