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Missouri Wine Country History

October 11th, 2011

It was nearly 175 years ago when German settlers moved to Missouri and founded the town of Hermann near the Missouri River. The ground was too rocky to be suitable for many crops, but it was ideal for growing the grapes used to make wine. As time passed more wineries were established until by the 1880’s more than 60 flourished, and more than two million gallons of wine were produced every year.

During the time of growth being enjoyed by Missouri wineries, a vineyard pest destroyed many vineyards in France. Missouri vineyards helped rebuild the French vineyards by providing rootstock which was resistant to the phylloxera louse, and the French wine industry was able to recover with the help of hardy rootstock from America.

A popular tourist area can be found in Farmington, Missouri with abundant information to be found on their website. By checking out DiscoverFarmingtonMo.com, you will find listings of wineries, parks, events, and accommodations. One of the most popular wineries in Farmington is the Twin Oaks Vineyard. It is owned by the Hutson Family and they have spent many years cultivating their 180 farm, which has 25 acres in vines. A wine tasting room is located in the middle of their vineyard where you can enjoy a glass of their delicious wine. Listening to live entertainment by local musicians is a welcome option year around.

A visit to the DiscoverFarmingtonMo.com website will offer information on other area wineries as well as local attractions and events offered in the area. The Farmington Fall Festival is scheduled the end of September with arts and crafts vendors, food courts and a quilt show. Music by various artists can be heard from morning until late in the evening.

Farmington has attractions which will appeal to visitors of all ages. The more mature explorer may appreciate the many antique shops, while the younger crowd will enjoy a visit to the Farmington Water Park. While visiting Farmington you should allow more than a few days to discover all the attractions available.

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Top Farmington MO Wineries

July 6th, 2011

Top Farmington Missouri Wineries

Visitors to Southeastern Missouri will find a plethora of wineries to delight the senses and excite the palette. Numerous venues and tasting opportunities abound, alongside a series of quarterly winery tours to introduce wine aficionados to the varieties of Missouri wines being produced in this beautiful Southern countryside. Missouri wine country is one of the best-kept secrets in the South, where newcomers and familiar wine fans alike can enjoy a glass under the shade of our beautiful trees, and just listen to the quiet around them.

The Route du Vin St. Genevieve Wine Trail offers a tour of local wineries four times per year, with the next up being the Wine Diva Weekend, held November 21 and 22. Each of six stops along the route offer sampling of not only delicious Southeastern Missouri wines, but also gourmet edible treats prepared by some of the best chefs in the region. The beautiful countryside and gastronomic delights to the senses will only heighten the experience of trying some of the South’s best and most heartening wines.

Chaumette Winery and Vineyards presents award-winning varieties alongside outstanding service and dining, and great entertainment to boot. Located in the rolling hills of gorgeous and historic Saint Genevieve, Missouri, Chaumette Winery and Vineyards features rental villas, a relaxing spa experience, award-winning dining facilities and chefs, an exciting menu, and sits on 310 of the most beautiful acres of nature to be found in Southeastern Missouri. Chaumette Winery produces over a dozen distinct and distinguished wines, and as a region is known to run roughly five degrees warmer than other local wine destinations, an environmental variable considered advantageous for producing outstanding wines with character, flavor, body and aromas that take the competition to task.

The Twin Oaks Vineyard in nearby Farmington, Missouri is a delight to visit. Entering the properties, visitors are immediately enveloped in the flowering vineyards, and the tasting rooms are tastefully decorated in antiques and curiosities. Rumor has it, Twin Oaks even displays the original jacket worn by Clark Gables in Gone With The Wind.

Winery opportunities abound in Southeastern Missouri. Visit today, and let the quiet, relaxing atmosphere entrance the senses while enjoying some of the best wines produced in the South.

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Missouri Wine Country

November 29th, 2009
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Welcome to MissouriWine.net, your online resource for everything you need to know about Missouri Wine Country.

Thinking of planning a trip to Missouri and visiting some of our top-notch wineries? Then look no further than the listings on our website to discover interesting facts and information about Missouri wineries.

Missouri is one of the top three wine producing states in America and that number is set to increase with the excellent soil and climate conditions present to grow delicious wines. Our fantastic wineries offer delectable native and hybrid wines that have won awards all over the world. Whether you’re looking to plan a trip to Augusta Wine Country, Hermann Wine Country, or to the fast growing Farmington Wineries, you’ll definitely want to browse around MissouriWine.net.

Soon we will be adding customer reviews, videos, and calendars from all across the Missouri Wine Country. Thanks for visiting MissouriWine.Net to plan your Missouri wine tour.

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