Wine & Dine In Augusta, Missouri

Just 45 from downtown St. Louis, nestled in the rolling hills on the bluffs of the Missouri River, Augusta awaits those with a spirit of adventure.

A small town with charm from a bygone era, Augusta has something for everyone — historic sites, wineries, restaurants, antiques, specialty stores, access to the Katy Trail, bed and breakfasts, and more.

As America’s first wine region, Augusta plays host to numerous awardwinning wineries.

Noboleis Vineyards

Situated on 84 acres in the first designated AVA in the country, Noboleis Vineyards, 100 Hemsath Road, offers panoramic views of the historic, rolling hills of Augusta.

Grab a bottle of one of Noboleis’ award-winning wines grown in the region and produced right on its familyowned property. Order some pizza and appetizers from the café or pack your own picnic basket to enjoy with a wine flight out on the lawn or under the tented pavilion.

Join Noboleis for Happy Hour every Friday night from 5 to 8 p.m. with live music, a relaxing atmosphere and of course, great wine deals. Enjoy live music every Saturday and Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. in season. Plus, a special Vineyard Market event takes place on the first Sunday of the month. Local makers come and set up shop from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. with incredible Missourimade finds.

Noboleis Vineyards is open daily from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call 636-4824500 or visit noboleisvineyards.com to learn more and start planning your trip.

Montelle Winery

Montelle Winery, 201 Montelle Drive, was founded in 1970.

At Klondike Café choose from a selection of gourmet wraps, salads, sandwiches and pizzas to enjoy on the vast deck and lose yourself in the magnificent view of the Missouri River

Valley.

In addition to award-winning wines, Montelle is also the first winery in Missouri with a distillery, producing apple, peach, cherry and grape brandy.

Enjoy live music on the terrace on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Visit montelle.com to see a complete schedule of events.

Mount Pleasant Estates

Savor great food, delicious wine and the perfect environment at Mount Pleasant Estates, 5634 High Street. With more than 150 years of winemaking, Mount Pleasant embodies the history and charm of Augusta.

Enjoy sweeping views from the patio, savor a meal artfully prepared by the chef in residence at the Appellation Café, and sample a rich variety of award-winning wines.

Year round entertainment will keep toes tapping Friday through Sunday. Visit mountpleasant.com for more information.

Augusta Winery

At Augusta Winery, 5601 High Street, managers and tasting staff are constantly trained on wines of the world. Through this training, they can educate and excite customers about the merits of Augusta Winery’s selections and how to enjoy them to their fullest.

Augusta Winery’s award-winning wines can be enjoyed with locallyproduced cheese and sausage on the outdoor wine terrace or in the Wine & Beer Garden, featuring a spectacular 10-foot, grapevine-covered arbor above a peaceful fountain and free live weekend entertainment from April to October.

Visit augustawinery.com for more information.

Balducci Vineyards

Balducci Vineyards, 6601 S. Missouri 94, is the perfect place to surround yourself with rolling hills, delicious food and unforgettable wine.

Sweet, dry or robust — Balducci has fine wine from the best Missouri grapes to satisfy any palate.

From small bites to full meals, Balducci’s menu is carefully chosen to pair perfectly with its award-winning wines. For those not crazy about wine, a selection of craft and seasonal beer will delight.

Balducci Vineyards is proud to present live entertainment from spring through fall. Check the event schedule at balduccivineyards.com.