The days are getting longer and the weather is getting warmer, which means spring season is on its way. The first day of spring officially began on March 20^th, so wineries throughout the state may begin to extend visiting hours. Spring is the perfect time to visit Missouri wine country. Have you ever seen a vineyard just after bud break as the flowers begin to grow? The vineyard views can be very picturesque! In fact, the drive to a winery can be just as pretty since flowers are beginning to bloom. Aside from the scenic settings a winery can offer, let’s not forget about all of the delicious Missouri wine there is to try!

If you need another reason to visit Missouri wine country, sign up to earn rewards through the Missouri Winery Visitors Program, otherwise known as MVP. That’s right; you can get rewards as an MVP just by visiting Missouri wineries! For each participating MVP winery you visit, you’ll earn points, which may be redeemed for rewards. Track your vino adventures with a wine journal or keep your wine chilled with a neoprene wine carrier. There are plenty of MVP rewards and experiences to choose from. You can even use your points for a chance to win the MVP quarterly sweepstakes. The current MVP sweepstakes is a weekend getaway package that includes lodging for up to four people along the Mississippi River Hills Wine Trail. Then again, you might want to use your points to redeem two tickets to the MVP Extravaganza. This special event includes gourmet food and wine pairings and is the ultimate reward for the most dedicated of MVPs.

Score more MVP points by spending a day exploring a Missouri wine trail! Each wine trail has something different to offer visitors and will often host special events. There are 10 Missouri wine trails choose from. Which wine trail will you discover?

We invite you to explore Missouri wine country and become an MVP to begin earning rewards for visiting wineries. MVP is a voluntary program for both consumers and wineries, so be sure to check the MVP participating winery list before visiting. Cheers to sipping wine during the spring time in Missouri wine country!