Paint & Sip

Location
Balducci Vineyards 6601 S Highway 94, Augusta, MO 63332

Description
Join us for a creative way to spend your day in wine country with a Paint & Sip event!
Artist Susan Benedict will lead the class and provide the materials needed to create a take-home work of art.
Ticket includes the materials, instruction, and 1 glass of wine. Other beverages and food are available to purchase.
Grab a friend and make it a winter day out!

Mardi Gras Shrimp Pasta in Garlic Wine Sauce

February 13, 2024

Mardi Gras is a time of celebration, good food, and good fun. Back in Missouri, we have the perfect recipe to transport you onto the streets in New Orleans!

Shrimp Pasta in Garlic Wine Sauce

Prep Time: 10 minutes.

Shrimp – 2 lbs.

2 TBSP Garlic

1 TBSP Parsley

1 TBSP Lemon juice

16 OZ Linguine

1 TBSP Salt

5 TBSP Butter

1 ½ C Half & Half

½ C Parmesan

1 C White wine (We used Wild Sun Chardonel Reserve)

 

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Bring a pot of water to boil and cook pasta according to package directions. Once cooked, set aside pasta.
  2. Melt 2 TBSP butter in a skillet and place shrimp in pan. Cook shrimp on both sides until it reaches a pinkish color.
  3. Add 3 TBSP of butter to pan and add garlic. Add white wine, half & half, Parmesan, salt, parsley, and lemon juice.
  4. Combine sauce, pasta, shrimp. Stir together and serve!

 

Shrimp pasta

 

Touchdown Wine Pairings for the Super Bowl

February 09, 2024

Who is ready to watch The Kansas City Chiefs play in the Super Bowl? We can’t wait to support our team on February 11!

Watching the Super Bowl is a time-honored tradition for many Americans, and it's always more enjoyable with a few snacks and a glass of wine by your side.

If you're a fan of Missouri wine, you're in luck - there are plenty of delicious options to choose from. Whether you prefer a crisp white or a bold red, there's a perfect pairing for every snack you might have on hand. 

Vignoles + Buffalo Chicken Dip

Chardonel + Deviled Eggs

Traminette + Chicken Wings

Vidal Blanc + Chips and Guacamole

Catawba + Pulled pork (Bonus: Try Catawba Pulled Pork)

Concord + Cookies

Rosé + Nachos

Chambourcin + Sliders

Norton + Pizza

Now that you have your snacks figured out for the game, it’s time to focus on the wine. Chilling your wine before enjoying it is a very important step. To ensure your vino is the perfect suggested temperature for game day, check out our wine chilling cheat sheet!

Wine Chilling Sheet

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Feel ready for kickoff on Sunday? You’ve got the snacks and wine, you can sit back and enjoy the game! Go Chiefs!

Live Music Bingo!

Location
Montelle Winery 201 Montelle Drive, Augusta, MO 63332

Description
We’re heating things up with Live Music again this winter! Join Scott & Karl for Live Music Bingo from 1pm-4pm in our Parliament room. It's Free to play! They sing a song, you daub it! Food and Beverage available to purchase. Prize Giveaways! RSVP and invite your friends on Facebook!

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Brunch! Valentine Edition

Location
Montelle Winery 201 Montelle Drive, Augusta, MO 63332

Description
Enjoy a Valentine themed brunch of breakfast favorites, delicious wines, and a cozy spot by the fireplace at Montelle Winery on Saturday, February 17th. Brunch will be served in the Parliament Room from 11am – 2pm. Call 636.228.4464 for reservations or purchase tickets in advance online.

Special Brunch Menu Includes:

The Gardens Seasonal Opening Event

Location
St. James Winery and Public House Brewing Company's Gardens

Description
Help us celebrate our Gardens opening for the season!

Live Music
11 a.m. - Kirk Pierce
2:30 p.m. - Mark Moebeck
6 p.m. - Even the Losers

Local Vendors
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Bounce House
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

6 p.m. - Leatherwood Handmade Cigars, LLC will be on site!

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