As one travels through Nebraska, the vast plains stretching out to the horizon are indeed a sight to behold. However, to experience some of the most exceptional Midwestern wine varieties and unique accommodations, one must venture just beyond the state's borders to Missouri Wine Country, located predominantly in the southeastern and western parts of the state along the Mississippi and Missouri rivers. Here one can indulge in a wine escapade that knows no bounds, giving travelers the chance to taste some of the region's most exceptional varietals.

Situated in the rolling hills of Augusta, just 45 miles west of St. Louis, lies the city of Augusta, home to the Augusta Wine Trail, which features a total of nine wineries, each offering unique tasting experiences. Travelers can stay in Augusta to indulge in the scenic views, sample a diverse array of Missouri-grown wines and bed down at esteemed establishments such as the David's Old Vineyard Cottage or the Le Griffin estate. Furthermore, many of these establishments come with amenities ranging from quaint B&B's to full-featured wine resorts, combining excellent accommodations with unrivaled hospitality and local wine knowledge.

Missouri Wine Country accommodations offer travelers a chance to experience local culture while basking in Midwestern wine heritage. Those searching for a more rugged, country-style get-away may seek respite in an establishment like Herman Hill Vineyard's country inn near Hermann, Missouri. Lying about 70 miles southwest of St. Louis, and filled with scenic vistas of rolling hills and valley below, this charming destination offers visitors the chance to immerse themselves in the finer elements of the wine-making process. From bottling tours and wine production, travelers are offered a window into artisanal winemaking as few others can experience.

Moreover, wine establishments in this picturesque setting frequently boast private vistas overlooking lush countryside expanses as is the case with Blumenhof Winery, located in the charming hamlet of Dutzow, Missouri. Founded by a pair of German immigrant families, the town itself operates on slow Midwestern time. Sipping on dry, sweet, sparkling, or dessert wine overlooking hilly pastures full of animals from the decks of various Blumenhof buildings produces tranquility that beckons unwinding by the fire with a true Midwestern dessert wine.

While wineries dominate any tour through Missouri Wine Country, it would not be entirely out of bounds to consider establishing these trips in combination with broader itineraries revolving around travel along the US western rivers, as this same boundary connects the wine region with such popular attractions found in local city centers along Missouri, one such illustration would involve the trip up river to travel via Hannibal and connecting into St. Louis.

While so many can hardly describe Missouri Wine Country, descriptions aside from others reviews, not enough recognition has been given to vintners participating at nearly thirty unique Hermann MO-based wineries. Through such accommodations options, adventurous travelers who savor exceptional wine truly indulge in country comfort while navigating from winery to winery that they opt to engage with today such wineries may allow many travelers to seek ultimate Missouri relaxation.

Throughout, not every region of American countryside appears as laid back in exploring their wine, yet no pretentious expectations as portrayed by all vintners residing around both local scenic river region, from long-time inhabitants to some fresh to planting a vineyard, this can now and then catch travelers completely by surprise.

Without a question Missouri has a plethora of wineries, Missouri vintners enjoy engaging wine vacation experiences in an era that's no additional surprise for tourists and a well received one in Missouri that locals have been partaking of the fun for about 6 decades.