No, I’m not talking about California. I’m talking about the Missouri Ozarks.
And Appellation America has a nice rundown about its wineries, including those along the Mother Road:
Historic Route 66 runs through the area, and much of the appellation seems unchanged from the highway’s heyday. The famous Wagon Wheel Motel and Finn’s Motel (“Vacancy!” “Family Units!”) still welcome weary motorists. In season, travelers may purchase fresh grapes from plywood grape stands along 66 and its modern successor, Interstate 44. The wineries in the appellation are centered on the St. James/Rosati area, with vineyards surrounding the area. An echoing, retro feel pervades the area, but that is acceptable for grape growing and winemaking, industries that use many tools and techniques that have changed very little in the last century (e.g. small wine presses, oak barrels).
The article includes extensive overviews of St. James Winery and Meramec Vineyards, both in St. James. But there are other wineries in that region.
Hello, will anyone be selling grapes this year at the roadside stands? Is 4M still in business? When will the concord grapes be ripe for Jelly?