Wild Sun Winery & Brewery is located in Hillsboro, Missouri and opened in 2015. This year on October 4, they are celebrating their 10 Year Anniversary!

The winery officially opened as Wild Sun Winery in the Fall of 2015 on a 10-acre estate with a main house dating back to 1870. The parklike setting and multiple levels of patios surrounded by the tranquility of Mother Nature, enhances the experience at the winery.
Wild Sun was started by Mark Baehmann (40+ years in the wine industry) and Ed Wagner (Anheuser-Busch alum, 30+ years in the alcohol industry). Mark & Ed were trying to accomplish the same things independently but recognized the value in joining forces and thus began the journey of Wild Sun. They produce wines for every wine lover and specialize in dry wines. All wines are produced at Wild Sun using such Missouri varietals as Norton, Chambourcin and Vidal but also bring in grapes from Washington state such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah and Chardonnay to name a few. The focus is to simply make great wines! We emphasize locally produced, small production, high quality products.
Wild Sun Brewing Company then started the production of beer in 2019. Currently they have 20+ wines and 6 beers.

The Wild Sun Winery & Brewery label represents more than just an eye-catching design; it is made up of the beliefs of its founders. Wild Sun Winery & Brewery represents a foundation of unwavering faith, which is integral to the identity of its owners. Their commitment to this belief is evident in the name of their parent company, Vision 29:11. Which is inspired by Jeremiah 29:11. 'For I know the plans I have for you,' declares the Lord, 'plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you a hope and a future. ' This sense of purpose motivates their interactions with the world around them.

The name itself, paired with the imagery of the sun, captures attention. This sun is meant to represent God, a power greater than themselves. The owners believe that no matter where the future leads, they will always be humbled by Our Father in Heaven. 

Wild Sun Winery & Brewery is located just south of St. Louis. This winery is the perfect destination for family and friends. Here you can experience a beautiful country estate. Enjoy a rustic elegance and surrounding natural beauty, while sampling their wide variety of world class wines. 

On October 4 they are hosting a Customer Appreciation Day to celebrate 10 years of Wild Sun Winery & Brewery. Join them for live music, free pulled pork sandwiches and sides, while supplies last, prizes, photo station and more!

Wild Sun will celebrate throughout the month with events such as our Tempestuous Wine Club members only evening event on October 18th.
They will also be introducing their 10th Anniversary wine!
 

Visit Wild Sun Winery & Brewery today, and experience peace, and of course great wines, and help them celebrate 10 years!

Imagine trees in fiery reds, vibrant oranges, and sunny yellows, with leaves twirling down to the ground. Picture pumpkins, gourds and mums scattered across porches, and a light fog hanging in the air. The sun setting earlier, casting long shadows, and there’s a crispness to the air that just isn’t there in the summertime. It’s FALL in Missouri Wine Country! 

Fall instantly becomes a fan favorite for anyone who visits Missouri Wine Country during this season. Missouri roads have the prettiest views of changing leaves. 

1. If you find yourself between St. Charles and Jefferson City along Hwy 94, be sure to stop in at these wineries to experience unforgettable fall views. 

   

    

   1. Defiance Ridge Vineyards
   2. Sugar Creek Winery
   3. Montelle Winery
   4. Augusta Winery
   5. Mount Pleasant Estates
   6. Noboleis Vineyards
   7. Balducci Vineyards
   8. Blumenhof Vineyards & Winery

    

   Experience the lookout points along Hwy 94 at Klondike Park and Good News Brewing Company or to even take a little jaunt to the Frontier Park! 

    

2. Heading over to the other side of the state if you find yourself around Hwy 240. Stop in and grab a bite to eat and savor the wines at these stops. That view might be one of the hardest to beat. 

   
   1. Beckett’s Winery
   2. The Rocheport Winery
   3. Les Bourgeois Vineyards
3. Along the east side of the state Hwy 79 runs north to south allowing for beautiful stops to see the Mississippi River between Hannibal and Clarksville. Whether you’re looking for a place to spend a couple hours or grab a bottle of Missouri Wine at one the stops below.
   1. Cave Hollow West Winery
   2. Badger Cheese Haus
   3. Walmart – Hannibal
   4. Abel’s Riverview Quick Shop – Louisiana 

        Explore additional vantage points along Hwy 79 in Louisiana check out the Country Colorfest on October 18-19 or the                   murals. Clarksville has antiques shops that are great and  Lovers Leap is in Hannibal, or simply anywhere on the                             Great River Road. 

4. If you are a fan of the lake during fall look no further. Hwy 242 is the fall loop you need to take a drive down.
   1. Riverwood Winery
   2. Seven Springs Winery
   3. Ha Ha Tonka State Park
   4. Bagnell Dam Bridge
   5. Lake of the Ozarks State Park
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5. In the middle of the state? Don’t worry, there is still fall beauty all around. Heading east from Westphalia all the way over to Beaufort then head north to New Haven there are multiple chances to see the fall colors at wineries. Plan a little extra time for stopping in Rosebud to do some shopping!

   
   
    

   1. Westphalia Vineyards
   2. Wenwood Bay Winery
   3. White Mule Winery

   4. McKelvey Vineyards

      
      
      
      
      
       

6. Heading to the northwest corner of the state? Stop at these wineries and uncover the beauty of Missouri Wine Country in the fall.
   1. Weston Wine Company
   2. Jowler Creek Vineyard
   3. Ladoga Ridge Winery
   4. Pirtle Winery

        Looking to add a special stop? Try out Green Dirt Farm! Consider scheduling your drive to include the Weston Applefest               October 4-5. 

7. Wanting a fall and water route in the south? Take a loop around Hwy 265 to enjoy the sights. Needing plans in Branson on October 3-4 check out the Fall Festival Downtown!
   1. St. James Winery – Branson
   2. Ozark Hills Winery
   3. Lindwedel Winery
8. Follow Hwy 21 from Hillsboro to Ironton to experience the fall leaves changing colors. 5 wineries along the route with exceptional views ready to serve you.
   1. LaChance Winery
   2. Villa Antonio Winery
   3. Wild Sun Winery
   4. Edg-Clif Vineyard, Winery & Brewery
   5. Twains Vineyard

While on Hwy 21, be sure to stop by and see the Native American Petroglyphs and the Elephant Rocks State Park!

Missouri has an abundance of pretty roads that deserved to be traveled. 

More Resources:

• If you want to travel more roads than ones that we listed check some out here!
• Plan your trips around when fall leaves will be at peak color by checking out this Missouri Fall Foliage Map. 

With all these windy roads, it’s easy to see why fall is such a loved season. It’s a time of slower moments, beauty, and coziness that make you want to pause and appreciate the simpler joys of life. 

Tag us in all your road trip adventures this fall using #mowine!

Take a look behind the label of this year’s Best of Class Fruit wine from Stonehaus Farms Vineyard & Winery! This year their Apple Cranberry took home the Best of Class recognition at the 2025 Missouri Governor’s Cup Wine Competition. Keep reading to learn about the unique and meaningful story behind this label.

Stonehaus Farms Vineyard & Winery is located southeast of Kansas City. The winery’s name comes from a 1920s stone house that sat on farmland the Euritt family purchased in 1981. Brett Euritt, current owner and winemaker, remembers the building fondly. His family used the old house as a base camp while transforming the property into a winery. Although the building has since been modified, three of its original stone walls remain and make up the winery’s tasting room.  

The family found inspiration for their logo in the vineyard. While planting their first vineyards in the early 1980s, one grape vine in particular caught their attention. The vine with twisted branches and several shoots was described as “perfect” and soon became the winery’s symbol. This symbol is now shown on all of their wine labels, including the recent Best of Class winner, their Apple Cranberry wine. The wine is made up of a blend of 3 different apples and cranberry and is then slow cold fermented. If you like a mulled wine, try making it with this recipe! This wine is encased in a frosted bottle, making it a seasonal wine perfect for Thanksgiving and Christmas. This wine is Brett’s dad’s original recipe from when the winery was first opened. It has been made for 30 years, and the 30^th anniversary for the winery is coming up this January!

Stonehaus Farms Vineyard & Winery was founded as and continues to grow as a family-owned and-operated business since 1996. Viticulture and the art of winemaking have continued to be the family’s passion through the years and is now on the second generation of the family. 

Stonehaus Farms Vineyard & Winery is a must visit and their Apple Cranberry is a must try wine!