St. James Winery, Winery in St. James, Missouri.
St. James Winery sits in the Meramec Highlands region and produces roughly 200,000 cases of wine each year, distributed across the Midwest and South. The property includes a tasting room, retail shop, and outdoor dining space where guests can sample wines.
Jim and Pat Hofherr founded the winery in 1970, initially producing around 8,000 gallons of wine annually. They introduced signature varieties including Velvet Red and Velvet White, which helped establish the business.
The winery serves as a gathering place for wine festivals and community events where visitors participate in guided tours and tastings. It has become part of the local identity as a destination where people celebrate Missouri wine traditions.
Visitors can taste wines and enjoy brick-oven pizzas at the outdoor dining area throughout the week. The facilities are welcoming and easy to explore, making it convenient for casual browsing and purchasing.
The winery cultivates twelve different grape varieties, including less common types like Norton, Catawba, and Seyval. This range of local and hybrid varieties reflects a commitment to regional wine production.
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