Happy Chambourcin Month! This month we celebrate this smooth medium-bodied Missouri varietal. No matter which Missouri Chambourcin is your favorite, grab a glass then pour another, this wine is perfect for sharing!

Chambourcin (sham-bor-san) is a red French-American hybrid grape that is recognized as a rising star when it comes to hybrid grape varieties. It is known for its rich color that adds depth to many red blends. One thing that makes Chambourcin unique is that it is known as a teinturier grape (from the French word for “dye”) which is known for producing dark juice, rather than clear. 

The nose will often pick up notes of cherry and a light oak while it will taste earthy on the palate with strong notes of dark cherry. 

When sipping this wine, Chambourcin is a smooth, medium-bodied wine with soft and subtle tannins. 

Pair it with pork loin, burgers, short ribs, red sauce, mushrooms, applesauce, strawberries, figs, brie, camembert, walnuts, cobbler, chocolate cake.

Use Chambourcin when cooking with these delicious recipes varying from sweet to savory!

Wine Can Chicken

Cake Pops

Herb Crusted Pork Tenderloin

Slow-cooker Chambourcin Mushrooms

Chambourcin Wine Reduction Sauce

Chocolate Cupcakes

Cranberry Sauce

Mulled Wine Cheesecake

Wine Finishing Salt

Missouri Red Wine Cheese Dip

Chambourcin Barbecue Chicken

Sangria

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Looking for a savory dinner? Try out this pasta with a creamy Catawba sauce and grilled chicken.

Time: 1 hr 30 min

Serves: 4

INGREDIENTS

• 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 10.5 oz pasta of your choice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 onion chopped
• 3 tablespoons minced garlic
• 25 oz cherry tomatoes or regular tomatoes
• 1/3 cup Missouri Catawba
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 3-4 Basil leaves chopped
• ⅓ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• Salt to taste
• Pepper to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and sauté for 5-6 minutes, until lightly golden.
2. Add garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes. Add halved cherry tomatoes or chopped regular tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 10 minutes over heat.
3. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cook for 50 minutes, stirring occasionally, keep the lid on. If the mixture is too thick, add 1/4 cup of water.
4. When the sauce is almost ready: fill a large pot with water and add 1 tablespoon of salt. Bring to a boil. When boiling add the pasta and cook to al dente according to package directions.
5. Sear chicken breasts until cooked through.
6. While pasta is cooking: To the sauce add cream, wine, chopped basil, parmesan cheese, salt and pepper. Stir and cook for 3-4 minutes. Add drain pasta to the sauce, turn the heat off and toss. Cut chicken and add on top and serve!

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Missouri is a fan favorite for wine lovers, just like yourself. To make your exploring even better, we’re excited to introduce an updated wine trail map! This doesn’t just include a map, it’s your ticket to discovering some of the best wineries and the hidden gems throughout the state that make the wine trails THAT much better! 

We also have created a never seen before checklists for the wine trails in Missouri. These checklists add a fun twist to your wine adventures, encourage you to try new places and explore the local culture around you. Taste the German Schnitzel at Stone Hill Winery in Hermann, shop a wide selection of Missouri Wines at Willow Spring Mercantile and join in on a festival at Black Silo Winery!  

Whether you’re a seasoned wine enthusiasts or new to the wine scene, our updated map and new checklists will help you uncover the best of Missouri’s wineries. Get ready to explore, taste, and create unforgettable memories in Missouri Wine Country! 

Share your favorite stops along the trail with us on socials by using #mowine! Want to see a checklist for a different area? Reach out to us and let’s make it happen!

Missouri wineries win big when entering wine competitions. Missouri wineries are entering prestigious wine coemptions and bringing home medals, proving that the Show-Me State knows how to craft award-winning wines. From bold reds to crisp whites, Missouri wineries are gaining recognition for their quality. 

The Finger Lakes International Wine & Spirits Competition 

• Pennington Wines:
  • 2024 Crimson Cabernet – Gold
  • 2024 Chambourcin – Bronze
  • 2024 Vignoles – Bronze
• Windy Wine:
  • 2024 Mircranda Berry – Bronze 

San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition 

• Les Bourgeois Vineyards:
  • 2022 Collector’s Series Late Harvest – Silver
  • 2022 Collector’s Series Noiret – Gold
  • 2022 Collector’s Series Vivant – Bronze
  • 2022 Norton – Silver
  • 2023 Chardonel – Gold
  • 2023 Solay – Bronze
  • 2023 Vignoles – Gold
  • Fleur du Vin – Silver
  • Jeunette Rouge – Bronze
• TerraVox Winery
  • 2021 Cloeta – Bronze
  • 2021 Stark-Star Report – Gold
  • 2022 Norton Lot 3 – Silver
  • 2022 Sherrycox – Gold
  • 2023 Albania – Bronze
  • 2023 Chateau Choteau – Bronze
  • 2023 Munch Rose – Bronze
  • 2023 Vignoles – Silver 

The Indy International Wine Competition 

• Les Bourgeois Vineyards: 
  • Riverboat Sweet Red – Gold
• St. James Winery
  • Blackberry Wine – Silver
  • Blueberry Wine – Bronze
  • Cherry Wine – Silver
  • Concord Sweet Red – Bronze
  • Cranberry Sweet Wine – Gold
  • Mango Wine – Silver
  • Peach Wine – Bronze
  • Pink Catawba – Silver
  • Strawberry Wine – Double Gold 

American Wine Society Wine Competition

• Adam Puchta Winery
  • 2021 Estate Norton – Bronze
  • 2022 Estate Norton – Silver
  • 2023 Chambourcin – Silver
  • 2023 Chardonel – Silver
  • 2023 Dry Rose – Silver
  • 2023 Dry Vignoles – Gold
  • 2023 Vidal Blanc – Bronze
  • 2023 Vignoles – Silver
  • 1855 – Double Gold
  • Adams Choice – Silver
  • Berry Black – Bronze
  • Bubbly – Bronze
  • Cats Meow - Silver
  • Desire – Silver
  • Hunter’s Red – Bronze
  • Judge’s Heir – Silver
  • Riefenstalher – Gold
  • Rose Bubbly – Silver
  • Signature Port – Bronze
• Blumenhof Vineyards and Winery
  • 2022 Cabernet Franc – Bronze
  • 2023 Chambourcin – Silver
  • 2023 Missouri Weinland – Silver
  • 2023 Plan B – Silver
• Stone Hill Winery:
  • 2019 Chambourcin – Silver
  • 2019 Port – Silver
  • 2020 Reserve Chardonel – Silver
  • 2022 Chardonel – Silver
  • 2022 Cross J Norton – Silver
  • 2022 Norton – Gold
  • 2022 Ozark Hellbender – Silver
  • 2022 Reserve Traminette – Bronze
  • 2022 Reserve Vignoles – Bronze
  • 2022 Vidal Blanc – Gold
  • 2023 Traminette – Silver
  • Blackberry – Bronze
  • Brut Rose – Gold
  • Cranberry – Silver
  • Dry Rose – Gold
  • Golden Rhine – Double Gold
  • Hellbender Blanc – Silver
  • Peach – Bronze
  • Pink Catawba – Silver
  • Raspberry – Bronze
  • Sangria – Gold
  • Steinberg Red – Bronze

2025 WSWA Spirits Tasting Competition 

• Mount Pleasant Estates
  • Vol. XXIII Tawny Port – Double Gold 98
• Augusta Winery
  • Vidal Blanc – Gold 92
• Montelle Winery
  • 2021 Chambourcin – Silver

Beverage Testing Institute

• Wild Sun Winery:
  • 2022 Tempestuous – Gold 91

As Missouri wineries continue to shine on in state, national and international stages, it’s clear that the state’s wine industry is a great example of quality. With each medal earned, wineries are not only elevating their own brands but also putting Missouri on the map as a destination for exceptional wines. So, raise a glass to the hard work, dedication, and passion of Missouri’s winemakers – their success is a testament to the state’s growing reputation in the world of wine. 

*This is not a full accurate representation of all Missouri wines who have won medals from a wine competition. This information was gathered on a survey from wineries.

New guides to Missouri Wine Country are here! Keep reading to learn more about what you can find in the new guide, and how to get your own.

In the guide you will find a full list of all Missouri Wineries, their address, phone number and amenities. You can also check out the map to see where they are in the state and if they are on a wine trail!

Six things you need all in one place:

1. Did you know Missouri Wines makes a big impact?

• Take a look at all the numbers to see just how the Missouri wine industry impacts the Show-Me State.

2. Make sure your wine rack is well rounded with all of your Missouri favorites.

• Check out the list of Missouri varietals, and how to pronounce them. If you are looking to learn more about these varietals, or if you discover a new one, scan the QR code!

3. Find the right wine for you.

• We recently launched our new Palate Profile Tool. Scan the QR code to try it out and find the ideal wine recommendation for your palate!

4. Planning a trip to Missouri Wine Country has never been easier.

• Scan the QR code, click where you want to go, and plan your trip from dining, experiences, lodging, transportation and of course, wineries!

5. Have you heard of AVA’s?

• Missouri is proud to have 5 American Viticultural Areas, including the Augusta AVA, the first AVA in the United States. Check out the AVA map in the new wine guide and learn more about the uniqueness of wine country!

6. Get rewarded for visiting Missouri wineries.

• Have you signed up for Rewards Uncorked yet? If not scan the QR code in the guide to sign up and start earning points for visiting wineries!

The new Missouri Winery Guides are a must have for any wine enthusiast. Get yours today and take full advantage of all wine country has to offer!

Click the link, scroll to the bottom and fill out the form to get a new wine guide: https://missouriwine.org/