My friend wanted to stop here for the selection of Missouri wines. I wanted to stop for the history of the Italian families who immigrated here and added so much to the wine traditions of Missouri. We were both incredibly pleased with our stop! Our guide was knowledgeable and engaging. We skipped the Route 66 video during the tour but... More 

We stopped here after going to Belmont Winery and before going to St James Winery. This museum gives a great history of the Italian influence on the local wine making. They also offer a great selection of wines from across the state. Free admission to the museum and free wine tasting of Missouri wines. Wines for purchase are a bit... More 

A small winery in the St. James area (Near Rolla, MO). It is in a very rural area, so most of the time you will not have to fight a crowd. Many wines to select from.

Arrived as museum was closing for the day but was met with open arms and was given a free personal tour and wine tasting even though I was the only one in my party. Super friendly owner and the museum is excellent and much needed since there is so much wine history in the area. All I can say is-Outstanding!

scenery, wine , friendly, enjoyed talking with staff, comfortable relaxed place to visit, informative about history of place and wines of missouri

They encourage visiting often as they rotate their tasting around to each area of the state. Who knew there are sooo many wineries in Missouri. I tasted several, purchased some to take to family for Thanksgiving, giving them an opportunity to taste some from wineries in their area. They were impressed with the varieties and they now look forward to... More 

Stopped by to see what's new at what was once the first winery in the area. Had a nice chat with Andrew, and got a tour of the facility (and a look at the future plans for opening up as many parts of the former winery to the museum as possible - including the original concrete wine tanks). Wow -... More 

Stopped at Rosati on my way from Rolla to Belmont Vineyards. The proprieter (Andrew, I believe) was extremely knowledgeable of the history of the area and the history of this grape growing reagion which was once a major supplier for Welch's Grape juice. There is a museum, a wine tasting room, and a nice dog. They are not a working... More 

This area definitely needed something like this. I wish there were more in the museum, but I understand it's just starting out and has room to grow and add items. I enjoy the fact that they are changing out the wine to reflect the different Missouri wine regions.