Itineraries

Route Du Vin Wine Trail

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Set amid the rolling hills along the Mississippi River in Southeast Missouri, the Route Du Vin Wine Trail beckons with award-winning wines, scenic views and communities filled with history. Enjoy restaurants, lodging, boutique shops and art galleries, located primarily in Farmington and Ste. Genevieve – the oldest European settlement in the state. The trail features six wineries, each with its own distinct character.

Wine

A. Charleville Brewery & Winery

Sample the wine at Charleville Brewery & Winery while admiring the breathtaking views high above Saline Creek Valley. The winery also features a full menu of shareable plates, an iPourIt Wall with 24 taps, and brewery tour options.

B. Chaumette Vineyards and Winery

Take in expansive views of the countryside while savoring the wine and dining alfresco or inside the restaurant. The winery offers luxury villas, a fitness center and private cabanas by the pool.

C. Chateau Sainte Genevieve

Grab your loved ones and visit Chateau Sainte Genevieve for an afternoon of relaxation in a tranquil setting. An expansive location with rolling hills in the distance, Chateau has flavors to satisfy every palate.

D. Weingarten Vineyard

Travel to this sweeping vineyard and enjoy wine, premium beer or specialty cocktails, while admiring the stunning views in a laid-back atmosphere.

Dine

A. The Audubon's Hotel and Restaurant

Located in Ste. Genevieve's historic downtown district, the restaurant has a wide-ranging menu featuring steak, seafood, pasta, sandwiches, local beers, wine and hand-crafted cocktails.

B. 12 West Bar and Grill

The upscale bar and grill on the square in Farmington serves steaks, chicken and seafood as well as specialty burgers, sandwiches, fish tacos, craft beer, wine and cocktails.

C. Grapevine Grill

Providing a farm-to-fork culinary experience using fresh, local ingredients, the restaurant at Chaumette Vineyard & Winery offers fine dining with Cajun, Creole and Southwest influences. A Cajun specialty is featured every Thursday evening.

Stay

A. The Villages at Chaumette Vineyards & Winery

Luxury lodging located at Chaumette Vineyards & Winery provides panoramic views in the heart of wine country. Seven villa suites offer kitchenettes, and 12 villas feature fully-equipped kitchens and fireplaces. Two dog-friendly villas are available for pet lovers.

B. The Audubon's Hotel and Restaurant

Nestled in Ste. Genevieve's historic district, the 1904 hotel blends old world charm with modern amenities. The seven rooms are named after birds – fitting for a hotel named for John James Audubon, the famous French American ornithologist, naturalist and painter who lived in Ste. Genevieve for several years.

Explore

A. Felix Valle House State Historic Site

Explore the area’s early history and some of the finest examples of rare French colonial architecture in the country, including the 1818 Federal style Felix Valle House, the vertical-log 1792 Amoureux House and the 1819 Shaw House.

B. Hawn State Park

Located between Ste. Genevieve and Farmington, the park is known for its towering pine trees, wild azaleas and rock formations. Its offers picnic sites, a shelter house, a campground, hiking and birding trails, and a 10-mile backpacking trail.

C. Pickle Springs Natural Area

Hiking and bird watching are popular at this state conservation area. The two-mile Trail Through Time takes you past sandstone cliffs, canyons, arches, granite outcroppings and waterfalls.

D. Crown Ridge Tiger Sanctuary

Tour the non-profit big cat rescue working to provide a lifelong home to tigers who have been held in captivity and been abused or neglected or were no longer wanted.