Mount Bethel Winery Tour — Altus, Arkansas

Discover the Mount Bethel Winery Tour in Arkansas

Located in Altus, Arkansas, the Mount Bethel Winery Tour invites visitors to explore one of the oldest continuously operating wineries in the Ozark Mountain wine region. This guided Winery Tour showcases traditional winemaking practices alongside modern techniques, offering insight into how Mount Bethel produces its well-known sweet, semi-sweet, and dry wines. Guests tour production areas and enjoy a guided tasting in the welcoming tasting room.
Why it’s special: Founded in 1956, Mount Bethel Winery continues a family tradition that traces back to the early immigrant winemakers who established Altus as Arkansas’s wine capital.

History & Story of Mount Bethel Winery

Mount Bethel Winery was officially established in 1956, though its roots go back much earlier through the Post family’s deep involvement in Arkansas winemaking. Located on St. Mary’s Mountain in Altus, the winery became known for preserving traditional wine styles popular in the region while maintaining a family-run identity. Today, it remains one of the key stops on the Altus wine trail.

What You’ll See & Do on the Mount Bethel Winery Tour

• Learn about grape growing in the Ozark Mountain region

• Tour fermentation and aging facilities

• Discover traditional Arkansas winemaking methods

• Understand bottling and labeling processes

• Enjoy a guided tasting of Mount Bethel wines

Hands-On Elements: Guided tasting with explanations of varietals and flavor profiles.
Photo/Video Policy: Photography allowed in tasting room and public areas; restricted in production zones.
Souvenirs & Extras: Winery shop offering bottled wines, gift baskets, local products, and branded merchandise.

Pricing of the Mount Bethel Winery Tour

Adult price: $0 per adult (free)
Wine tastings are complimentary for guests 21+.

Visiting information

Duration: 30–45 minutes
Age limits: 21+ only for tastings; minors allowed in retail areas
Accessibility: Tasting room accessible; limited access in production spaces
Working hours: Open Monday–Saturday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM; Sunday 12:00 PM–5:00 PM.

Nearby

• Post Winery

• Wiederkehr Wine Cellars

• Ozark National Forest

FAQs About Visiting the Mount Bethel Winery Tour

Is Mount Bethel Winery connected to Post Winery?
Yes. The wineries share historical family ties within the Altus winemaking community.

Are tastings really free?
Yes. Complimentary tastings are offered to visitors 21 and over.

Do I need to schedule a tour in advance?
Walk-ins are welcome, though groups should contact the winery ahead of time.

What types of wines are produced here?
Mount Bethel produces a variety of sweet, semi-sweet, and dry wines reflecting regional traditions.

Can I purchase wine directly from the winery?
Yes. Bottles and gift items are available for purchase on site.