Winery Destinations Across the State – Meet (Conference |

By Rebekah Icenesse

Head into the fall with a trip to Missouri to explore meeting destinations that are both beautiful and delicious. There’s no better place to relax than at a winery, where you can wine and dine with your companions. The following destinations offer plenty of opportunities to add charm and elegance to your next meeting or event.

Augusta, Missouri

Known for its historic town, Augusta is a charming destination. In 1980, the Augusta AVA (American Viticultural Area) was federally recognized as the first wine region in the United States. At Augusta’s four wineries, you can taste history with every glass of wine. Mt. Pleasant Estates is Augusta’s oldest winery and offers wine lovers a renovated 4,000 square foot tasting room. The Terrace Room can accommodate up to 200 guests and offers stunning views of the Missouri River Valley, while the Crush Room is ideal for intimate gatherings.

Located across the street from Mt. Pleasant, Augusta Winery pays attention to detail and every bottle of wine is carefully crafted. With a tasting room, outdoor patio, and wine and beer garden, guests can choose from multiple locations for meetings. Montelle Winery and Balducci Vineyards are also popular award-winning wineries that offer great gathering spaces.

Hermann, Missouri

Hermann is well known for its tasting rooms and wineries, where visitors can sample local wines and learn about American history. Stone Mountain Winery is Missouri’s oldest and most awarded winery, offering a variety of indoor and outdoor meeting spaces. Visitors can explore the cellar door and learn about the history of the area while tasting a variety of wines. Stone Mountain also features private event spaces: the Shirley Room can accommodate up to 300 people, and the Vintage 1847 Restaurant can accommodate up to 48 people for a private dining experience.

Located nearby, the Inn at Hermannhof, one of the Hermann family’s early buildings, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and exudes a traditional German small town atmosphere. The Inn at Hermannhof offers 14 event spaces for planners to host gatherings, such as the Hermannhof Winery and Tasting Room, the Court Gardens, the Celebration Hall, the Tin Mill Restaurant and Terrace, and the Hillside Terrace.

Hillsboro, Missouri

Located in Hillsboro, 45 minutes from downtown St. Louis, Villa Antonio Winery offers Italian hospitality to every guest. Set amidst picturesque vineyards, Villa Antonio Winery offers large event spaces perfect for any occasion. The Event Tent can accommodate up to 300 guests and offers views of the vineyards. The Grand Pavilion is a heated space that can accommodate 200 guests, and the Fireplace Room can be reserved for private events of up to 60 people.

If you want to go a little further south, Wild Sun Winery is nearby, as well as LaChance Vineyards in DeSoto.

St. James, Missouri

Located in the Meramec Heights, St. James Winery is Missouri’s largest and most awarded winery. Bring a group to the winery for a wine tasting and then relax in the outdoor patio area. If you like to play games, the garden offers outdoor games and a giant chess board. Next to the winery is the Public House Brewing Company, which offers event spaces The Mezzanine and the Barrel Room. The Mezzanine is a completely private space with audio-visual equipment that can accommodate up to 75 guests. The Barrel Room is a semi-private space that can accommodate up to 20 guests.

You are. Genevieve, Missouri

Play, stay and vacation in Sainte Genevieve. Established in 1990, Chaumette Vineyards & Winery is a 310-acre wine resort. With traditional winery facilities, private villas, a swimming pool, a restaurant, hiking trails and event venues, Chaumette is more than just a winery. Chaumette offers a variety of event spaces that can accommodate up to 200 people, such as The Barn, Barrel Room and Vineyard Gallery, providing a flexible setting for any type of event, whether it is a board meeting, business dinner, corporate retreat or award ceremony.

If you want to do more than just taste wine, Charleville Brewery & Winery is the perfect place to satisfy both tastes. Located in western St. Genevieve County, Charleville offers stunning views of the Saline Creek Valley and features The View, their newest wedding and event venue. Next to The View is the Pavilion, the perfect outdoor space for receptions and parties.

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Rebekah Icenesse is a staff writer based in St. Louis.