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Missouri Vineyards & Wineries
Augusta Wineries & Vineyards:
Your Guide to Missouri Wine Country
One of the best parts of staying in Augusta is discovering just how many different wine experiences are waiting nearby. From historic wineries in the heart of town to sprawling vineyards with incredible views, live music, restaurants and relaxed patios, there is an Augusta winery for just about every kind of Wine Country getaway.
H.S. Clay House Bed & Breakfast puts you in a wonderful location for exploring them. Several Augusta wineries are only minutes away, while even more vineyards can be found throughout Defiance, Dutzow, Marthasville, Washington and the surrounding Missouri Wine Country.
But with so many choices, where should you go?
We’ve created this guide to help you find the wineries and vineyards that best fit the kind of day you want to have.
Find the Augusta Winery Experience That’s Right for You
You don’t have to visit every winery to have a great Wine Country getaway. In fact, sometimes the best days are the ones where you choose a few places that fit your interests and give yourself plenty of time to enjoy them.
Looking for Beautiful Views?
Consider Montelle Winery, Defiance Ridge Vineyards, Chandler Hill Vineyards or Noboleis Vineyards.
Want Wine + Food?
Defiance Ridge Vineyards, Chandler Hill Vineyards, Lake Creek Winery, Balducci Vineyards and Noboleis Vineyards are great places to consider when you want your winery visit to include something to eat.
Looking for Live Music?
Many local wineries offer seasonal entertainment, including Augusta Winery, Defiance Ridge Vineyards, Balducci Vineyards and Blumenhof Winery. Be sure to check current schedules when planning your trip.
Want a Classic Augusta Experience?
Start close to home with Augusta Winery, Mount Pleasant Estates, Montelle Winery, Balducci Vineyards and Noboleis Vineyards.
Want to Explore Beyond Augusta?
Turn your tasting day into a scenic Wine Country drive with stops in Defiance, Dutzow, Marthasville, Washington, New Haven and beyond.
Augusta Area Winery & Vineyard Guide
The Augusta Winery
Located right in Augusta, Augusta Winery makes it easy to begin—or end—your Wine Country day without traveling far. Guests can sample award-winning wines and enjoy the Augusta Wine & Beer Garden, which hosts live music and special events throughout the season.
This is an especially convenient choice for H.S. Clay House guests who want to experience Augusta’s wine culture while leaving plenty of time to explore the rest of town.
Best For: A classic Augusta stop, wine tasting, live music and staying close to town.
What You’ll Find: Wine Tastings • Wine & Beer Garden • Live Music • Special Events
Kelly’s Tip: A great choice when you want an easygoing Wine Country afternoon without building your entire day around driving.
Drive Time: Walking Distance From The Clay House
Mount Pleasant Estates
Mount Pleasant is part of the story of Augusta Wine Country itself. Its long history and location in Augusta make it an excellent stop for visitors who want to experience the heritage that helped establish this area as one of America’s important wine regions.
Make Mount Pleasant part of a day spent exploring Augusta’s wineries, shops, historic sites and beautiful countryside.
Best For: Augusta history, Wine Country tradition and a classic winery experience
What You’ll Find: Wine • Augusta History • Scenic Setting • Special Events
Kelly’s Tip: First time in Augusta? Consider including Mount Pleasant so you experience some of the history behind our Wine Country.
Drive Time: Walking Distance From The Clay House
Noboleis Vineyards
Noboleis offers the kind of setting many people picture when they imagine a Missouri Wine Country getaway: vineyards, rolling countryside, outdoor space, wine and food.
The winery has also earned attention for experimenting with Missouri winemaking while offering approachable experiences for casual visitors. Pair a tasting or bottle with pizza or seasonal food and settle in to enjoy the scenery.
Best For: Vineyard views, interesting wines, pizza and a laid-back afternoon
What You’ll Find: Wine • Food • Pizza • Vineyard Views • Outdoor Seating
Kelly’s Tip: A good choice when your ideal winery day involves finding a table, ordering something to eat and staying awhile.
Drive Time: 4 Minutes From The Clay House
The Montelle Winery
Set high above the surrounding countryside, Montelle Winery is as much about the setting as it is the wine. Its location offers sweeping views across Missouri Wine Country, making it an especially memorable stop on a beautiful day.
Add food and seasonal entertainment to the experience and Montelle becomes a place where you may want to settle in rather than simply taste a few wines and move on.
Best For: Incredible views, food, wine and lingering over an afternoon
What You’ll Find: Wine • Food • Scenic Views • Outdoor Seating • Seasonal Entertainment
Kelly’s Tip: Don’t rush this stop. Give yourself time to enjoy the view.
Drive Time: 6 Minutes From The Clay House
Balducci Vineyards
Balducci Vineyards combines wine tasting with the casual, social side of Augusta Wine Country. Food and seasonal live entertainment make it particularly appealing when you’re looking for somewhere to spend an afternoon rather than simply making a tasting-room stop.
It’s an easy addition to an Augusta winery itinerary and a fun choice for guests who enjoy pairing their wine with food and music.
Best For: Casual food, wine, live music and a relaxed afternoon
What You’ll Find: Wine • Food • Outdoor Seating • Live Music • Casual Atmosphere
Kelly’s Tip: Check the entertainment schedule before your stay—you may find the perfect afternoon to plan around.
Drive Time: 7 Minutes From The Clay House
Sugar Creek Winery
Sugar Creek Winery provides another side of the area’s Wine Country experience, with its setting near the Missouri River bluffs and vineyards of Defiance.
It’s a natural stop to combine with other Defiance destinations or as part of a scenic drive from Augusta.
Best For: A relaxed afternoon, bluff scenery and exploring Defiance
What You’ll Find: Wine • Scenic Setting • Outdoor Space • Seasonal Events
Kelly’s Tip: Pair Sugar Creek with another Defiance stop rather than trying to squeeze it into an already packed Augusta itinerary.
Drive Time: 9 Minutes From The Clay House
Blumenhof Winery
Located in Dutzow, Blumenhof is a worthwhile addition when you’re ready to venture beyond Augusta itself. Its emphasis on locally grown grapes makes it an interesting stop for guests who want to explore more of what Missouri wine has to offer.
Seasonal music and outdoor spaces also make it a comfortable place to settle in for an afternoon.
Best For: Missouri wine, a relaxed atmosphere and a drive along Highway 94
What You’ll Find: Missouri Wine • Outdoor Seating • Live Music • Relaxed Atmosphere
Kelly’s Tip: Blumenhof works particularly well as part of a leisurely drive through the countryside rather than a rushed winery tour.
Drive Time: 11 Minutes From The Clay House
Defiance Ridge Vineyards
Defiance Ridge is an excellent destination when you want the winery itself to become a significant part of your day. The vineyard setting, food and extensive seasonal event schedule make it much more than a quick tasting stop.
Their summer concert series is especially popular and can turn a winery visit into an entire evening out.
Best For: Wine, dining, scenery and live entertainment
What You’ll Find: Wine • Dining • Vineyard Views • Outdoor Space • Live Music & Events
Kelly’s Tip: Look at the event calendar before choosing your dates. A concert at Defiance Ridge can be a great centerpiece for an entire weekend in Augusta.
Drive Time: 13 Minutes From The Clay House
Chandler Hill Vineyards
Chandler Hill is another strong choice for visitors who want to combine wine tasting with dining. Its scenic vineyard setting makes it easy to slow down and turn a tasting into lunch, dinner or a leisurely afternoon.
Best For: Wine and a meal with beautiful Wine Country scenery
What You’ll Find: Wine • Restaurant • Vineyard Views • Indoor & Outdoor Seating • Events
Kelly’s Tip: Consider Chandler Hill when you don’t want to worry about finding somewhere else for your next meal.
Drive Time: 14 Minutes From The Clay House
Lake Creek Winery
Located near Marthasville, Lake Creek combines a winery and restaurant experience with the character of a restored 19th-century farmhouse.
This is another great option when food is an important part of your Wine Country plans. Instead of scheduling a tasting and then searching for lunch or dinner, make Lake Creek one of the anchors of your day.
Best For: Wine, a full meal and historic character
What You’ll Find: Wine • Restaurant • Historic Setting • Scenic Views • Seasonal Entertainment
Kelly’s Tip: Build this one around a meal and let the winery become part of the dining experience.
Drive Time: 16 Minutes From The Clay House
Cedar Lake Cellars
Cedar Lake Cellars extends the adventure beyond the immediate Augusta area and offers more of a destination-style experience.
Rather than treating it as another stop on a crowded tasting route, consider making it a major part of your day and enjoying the property, food and entertainment at a more relaxed pace.
Best For: A larger destination experience, food, entertainment and spending several hours in one place
What You’ll Find: Wine • Food • Indoor & Outdoor Spaces • Entertainment • Large Destination Setting
Kelly’s Tip: Make this the destination rather than trying to tack it onto a long day of Augusta winery hopping.
Drive Time: 27 Minutes From The Clay House
Triple 3 Vineyard
Triple 3 Vineyard gives guests another reason to expand their Wine Country adventure toward Washington. With wine, food and events available in one destination, it works particularly well for visitors who enjoy having several experiences in one stop.
Best For: Wine, dining, cocktails and exploring the Washington area
What You’ll Find: Wine • Food • Cocktails • Events • Vineyard Setting
Kelly’s Tip: Combine your visit with some time exploring Washington and make a half-day excursion out of it.
Drive Time: 33 Minutes From The Clay House
Röbller Vineyard
Located in New Haven, Röbller is worth considering when the wine itself is one of your biggest reasons for visiting Missouri Wine Country.
The family vineyard has been growing grapes for more than 30 years and focuses on French-inspired, estate-grown wines. Guests can enjoy wines by the flight, glass or bottle with indoor, patio and pavilion seating.
Best For: Serious wine lovers and guests interested in estate-grown Missouri wine
What You’ll Find: Estate-Grown Wine • Flights • Indoor Seating • Patio & Pavilion • Year-Round Visits
Kelly’s Tip: Wine enthusiasts who want to discover something beyond Augusta’s most familiar wineries should put Röbller on their list.
Drive Time: 37 Minutes From The Clay House
Planning Your Augusta Winery Weekend
One of the biggest mistakes visitors can make is trying to experience too much in a single day.
You don’t need six wineries to experience Augusta Wine Country.
Choose two or three that offer different experiences. Start with a tasting, make your second winery somewhere you can enjoy lunch, and finish somewhere with a great view or live music. You’ll have more time to enjoy the wine, scenery and people that make this area special.
And remember that Augusta offers much more than wineries. Leave time to explore our local shops, restaurants, historic sites, the Katy Trail and seasonal events happening throughout the area.
Augusta Wineries with Food
Want to make dining part of your Wine Country adventure?
Several area wineries offer food ranging from casual pizzas and shareable plates to full restaurant experiences. It’s an easy way to break up a tasting day—and gives you an excuse to linger over another glass of wine.
Live Music & Special Events at Augusta Wineries
Spring, summer and fall bring an ever-changing lineup of concerts, wine dinners, festivals, tastings and other special experiences to Augusta’s wineries and vineyards.
A little planning can turn a simple weekend away into a trip built around a concert overlooking the vineyards, a special dinner or one of Augusta’s signature annual celebrations.
Need Help? Let Me Help You Plan Your Augusta Wine Country Getaway
Still wondering which Augusta wineries you should visit?
I’d love to help.
Tell me what you’re looking for—beautiful views, great food, live music, serious wine tasting, a quiet afternoon or simply somewhere fun you’ve never been—and I’ll be happy to help point you in the right direction.
That’s one of my favorite parts of welcoming guests to H.S. Clay House Bed & Breakfast. Augusta isn’t simply where you stay. It’s a place to explore, taste, experience and enjoy.
After your Wine Country adventures, come back to H.S. Clay House, relax and start thinking about where tomorrow might take you.
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