3 Ways to Celebrate Missouri Wine Month

September 05, 2023

September is Missouri Wine Month and we invite you to celebrate this exciting fall season! Explore new areas of wine country, attend wine festivals, or host your own wine celebrations. Missouri wine country is closer than you think, how will you celebrate?

Fall view of wine country

1. No matter where you travel in Missouri, there is so much to explore and see. Missouri has five American Viticultural Areas, which are designated wine grape-growing regions in the United States. They are located across Missouri with regions including the Ozarks, Augusta, Hermann, and more. With 5 AVA regions and 129 wineries to choose from, there is so much to visit in Missouri wine country.

2. Fall in Missouri offers lots of winery events, especially wine festivals. These fall fun paloozas are the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself into wine culture and learn more about Missouri wine. Festivals can include live music, wine tastings, Wine 101 classes, and the chance to meet winery owners and winemakers. 

 

3. Planning a wine night at home instead? No worries, we’ve got you covered. Missouri Wine Month is the perfect time to host your own wine celebration. Gather friends or family and invite them over for a harvest themed dinner, wine tasting, or wine pairing festivity. Dinner gatherings area great time to show off Missouri wines. We even have a wine serving survival guide for you.

Independence UncorkedSeptember is the perfect time to discover all that Missouri has to offer – whether it is beautiful wine country, fun   wine strolls, or staying at home and sipping on delicious Missouri wine. No matter how you celebrate this September, always remember Missouri wine country is closer than you think!

Myth of the Month: Older the Better

February 25, 2026

The more a wine has aged, the better it is in quality, taste and overall enjoyment, right? Wrong! While some wines are meant to be aged and do in fact get better with time, not all are made for that.Picture of multiple wine bottles with open corks

Some wines are better and actually meant to be enjoyed right away. Most white, lighter red, fruit, sparkling and other wines are not going to get better with time. In fact, waiting too long could make the wine not as tasty or even ruin it.

These wines are meant to be enjoyed right away because over time their aromas and flavors actually fade. Aging these wines is not always worth it, and an action that could ruin your glass of wine.

However, some wines do get better with age. Usually, the dry reds, dessert and some sweet wines can benefit from aging. Over time these wines can change and actually develop new aromas and flavors. The structure and flavor soften, reducing acidity and tannins.

When aging wine, the only guarantee is change. If you are looking for a soft and complex wine, age your dry reds. If you are looking for a fresh wine and a pop of flavor, have a glass of your white wine soon after you buy it.

Whether you age your wine or not, proper storage is key to enjoy aged and young wines. Get more tips on storing your wine in our blog, Wine Storage Made Easy,

Not all wine is better after aging, but aging the correct wine the correct way, can create an entirely new wine!

06.27 | Wine & Swine Festival and Vineyard 5K - Adam Puchta

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Adam Puchta Winery

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Wine & Swine Festival & Vineyard 5K Returns!


Save the Date & Join Us in Hermann, Missouri!

Get ready for a day that perfectly blends fitness, food, wine, and fun! The Magnificent Wine & Swine Vineyard Run & Festival is back, and you’re invited to experience one of the most scenic and unique events in Missouri—set at the historic Adam Puchta Winery.

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