With summer in bloom, fall’s just around the corner—and the perfect time of year to get married at a picturesque Missouri winery. Just a short drive away, these vineyards, among many in Missouri wine country, offer scenic views, upscale cuisine, and of course, top-notch wines for couples and their guests.
30 minutes from St. Louis
Chandler Hill Vineyards
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596 Defiance, Defiance, 636-798-2675,chandlerhillvineyards.com.
Spaces: There’s Chandler Hill Tasting Room and a 4,500-square-foot Scenic Outdoor Deckoverlooking the lake and vineyards, with a bridal dressing room and a private groom’s boardroom. A vineyard patio is available for morning and lunch events. Ceremonies can also be held by the lake.
Cost: Venue fees for the use of the tasting room, patio, and deck for five hours on a Saturday evening is $1,750–$4,750 depending on the month, with a $1,000 discount for a Friday or Sunday booking. The food and beverage minimum is $10,000 for Saturdays and $5,500 for Sunday through Friday.
Capacity: 250 people.
Cuisine: It’s Mediterranean-style, buffet or seated. A popular entrée is the roasted beef tenderloin with a Crimson Arrow port reduction.
Signature Wines: Favorites are the Lake Hawk Vignoles semi-dry white, Cold Spring rosé, andKing Buck red blend.
Lodging: No, but local hotels offer shuttles.
Weather Accommodations: In inclement weather, outdoor ceremonies are brought inside in front of a fireplace in the Tasting Room. Couples are also permitted to rent tents.
Times: Couples may get married on any day, any month of the year. The winery is open to the public until 5 p.m., so evening ceremonies and receptions can take place from either 6 to 11 p.m. or 6:30 to 11:30 p.m. Small ceremonies followed by a lunch are also available at 10:30 a.m.
Discounts: Yes, venue fee discounts are available for non-peak months. The minimum charge for food in beverage is also less on Sunday through Friday.
Features: Chandler Hill offers a fireworks display for an added price. Couples can access the entire property for photos, including vineyards, the lake, and a cottage.
60 minutes from St. Louis
Chaumette Vineyards & Winery
24345 State Route WW, Ste. Genevieve, 573-747-1000, chaumette.com.
Spaces: Ceremonies are held at the St. Vincent’s-in-the-Vineyard chapel, near The Barn at Chaumette, near the pool at The Spa at Chaumette, in the vineyards, and near the lakes, with receptions in The Barn at Chaumette, Jacquelyn Ballroom, and the Barrel Room.
Cost: Venue fees range from $600 to $4,000, depending on the venue, season and day of the week. Evening wedding reception menus begin at $52 per guest, including food and bar.
Capacity: 300 people.
Cuisine: Executive chef Adam Lambay’s team creates contemporary American dishes with international influences for buffet and seated dinners.
Signature Wines: Best-sellers are the Norton dry red and Chardonel dry white.
Lodging: Yes—The Villages at Chaumette has 26 villas with fireplaces, full kitchens, and more.
Weather Accommodations: Yes. For weddings at the Barn at Chaumette, outdoor ceremonies can be moved to the loft space inside the barn.
Times: Couples can get married any day or time they wish.
Discounts: Yes. Discounts are available during the winter months and on Sunday through Friday.
Features: The spa offers manicures, pedicures, massages, facials, and bridal hair services. Rehearsal dinners and post-wedding breakfasts also are hosted.
90 minutes from St. Louis
Stone Hill Winery
1110 Stone Hill Highway, Hermann, 573-486-2221, stonehillwinery.com.
Spaces: Ceremonies are held in the Apostle Cellar, Norton vineyard, and indoor atrium, and on the pavilion deck. Large receptions take place in the open-air pavilion, with a full wall of doors. Smaller receptions can be held at the Vintage 1847 Restaurant.
Capacity: 300 people.
Cost: $5,000 to $6,000 for venue fee and catering for 100 people
Cuisine: The on-site restaurant caters a menu of traditional American options. A popular choice is the herb-roasted pork loin with caramelized onions and apples.
Signature Wines: Norton dry red and sparkling wines, like the Blanc de Blancs, are faves.
Lodging: No.
Times: Saturdays in October are not available due to Hermann’s Oktoberfest, and other Saturdays with special events at the winery are not available. Other than that, weddings can be held any time, day, or month.
Discounts: No.
Features: The event staff is accommodating to DIY brides and will tailor the details for you. The property is one of the most historic wineries in the area and was once the second-largest in the U.S. It’s on the National Register of Historic Places.
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Additional wineries for your big day
30 minutes from St. Louis
Villa Antonio Winery
3662 Linhorst, Hillsboro, Mo., 636-475-5008, villaantoniowinery.com.
This intimate setting can host up to 300 guests. Facilities include a white wedding tent, a four-season pavilion, a historic cabin, and a patio overlooking the lake and vines. The winery’s event manager handles all setup and cleanup and can even arrange a horse and carriage for the bride and groom. The winery offers both buffet and seated dinners featuring authentic Italian cuisine.
60 minutes from St. Louis
Crown Valley Winery
23589 State Route WW, Ste. Genevieve, 866-207-9463, crownvalleywinery.com.
Crown Valley’s 200-plus acres of French and American hybrid grapes are home to a 44,000-square-foot winery, store, and tasting room, with picturesque views. Have your ceremony and reception in the Barrel Room, with the ambience of oak casks, chandeliers, and an outdoor patio and fireplace for up to 150 guests. For smaller weddings, check out the Tasting Room, the Vintage Loft, and the Pavilion. The site’s executive chef prepares tailored menu options, from hors d’oeuvres to full gourmet meals.
90 minutes from St. Louis
Hermann Hill Vineyard, Inn and Spa
165 Route 100 E, Hermann, 573-486-4455, hermannmoweddings.com.
Hermann Hill is walking distance from several area wineries. Host your ceremony in Hermann Hill Chapel, which features floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the Missouri River. The chapel has room for 220 guests, and the attached pavilion can accommodate close to 300. A nearby gazebo overlooking the river is a romantic spot for photos. Honeymoon in the Riverbluff Cottages, with full kitchens, Jacuzzi-style tubs, fireplaces, and more.
