Head out of the city to explore the charming community of Augusta, roughly an hour from the heart of St. Louis. Take in views of the rolling countryside, quaint cottages, and old farm homes while visiting your choice of the town's selection of award-winning wineries.

Following pickup from your St. Louis hotel, head west over the Missouri River, watching as the city's modern buildings are replaced with wide-open fields lined with vines. Upon arrival in Augusta, you can visit your choice of at least 3 of the tiny town's 10 wineries. With a population of about 250, Augusta's number and caliber of producers is impressive.

Pop into renowned Augusta Winery, a small-batch producer known for their complex wines using hybrid grapes, as well as their sweet fruit wines made with raspberries. Enjoy samples in their tasting room, or relax with a cheese plate on their stunning outdoor terrace.

You can choose to head to rustic Blumenhof Winery, the most awarded winery serving up exclusively Missouri-grown wines. Just down the road is Balducci Winery, a family-owned establishment that puts its focus on wines that pair well with traditional Italian eats. Order a glass of medium-bodied Norton red wine to enjoy with their thin-crust pizza.