Weingarten Vineyard Winery and Wedding Venue (County)

Weingarten Vineyard Winery & Wedding Venue

At 12323 Rottler Road in the rolling countryside west of downtown Ste. Genevieve, Weingarten Vineyard Winery & Wedding Venue enters an exciting new era under fresh ownership—bringing renewed culinary vision, expanded wine offerings, and reinvigorated energy to one of the region’s most picturesque destinations. The 15-year legacy continues under new stewardship committed to honoring what made Weingarten special while pushing it forward. Open Thursday through Sunday (Thursday 11 AM-8 PM, Friday-Saturday 11 AM-9 PM, Sunday 11 AM-6 PM), Weingarten delivers wine tastings, full restaurant service through Garten Haus, private events, and wedding celebrations against stunning terrain where architectural beauty, viticultural passion, and genuine hospitality converge. One delighted guest testified: “The food was absolutely amazing. This isn’t basic winery fare—coconut shrimp, fantastic pizza, ahi tuna nachos. Probably the best food I’ve had at a winery.” That’s the Weingarten promise: exceptional wine paired with equally exceptional food, all presented in one of the most beautiful buildings in Ste. Genevieve County.

A Beautiful Building in a Beautiful Setting

Weingarten boasts one of the most beautiful structures anchoring the landscape—the building itself enhances rather than competes with the surrounding scenery. The architecture works with the rolling hills and vineyard vistas rather than imposing itself. That thoughtfulness extends to every detail. Whether you’re tasting wine on the patio, dining in Garten Haus, or celebrating a wedding, the setting reminds you that you’re in genuine wine country, not a commercial enterprise pretending at pastoral charm.

The location matters too. West of downtown but still accessible, Weingarten occupies that sweet spot between isolation and inconvenience. You escape the bustle without sacrificing convenience, finding yourself in countryside that still connects to Route du Vin wine trail and other area attractions.

Garten Haus: Upscale American Cuisine

The on-site restaurant serves upscale American cuisine far beyond what you’d typically expect at a winery. Steaks, seafood, chicken, fresh-made pasta—the kitchen takes ingredients seriously and executes with care. The menu reflects genuine culinary ambition: that ahi tuna nachos review wasn’t hyperbole. The coconut shrimp and pizza deserve equal enthusiasm. This is restaurant-quality food happening to be located at a winery, not winery food pretending to be restaurant-quality.

Reservations are recommended, particularly on weekends when word-of-mouth has driven crowds to discover what serious food looks like paired with serious wine.

Wine and Beverage Program

The cellar features collections of red and white wines. The iPourIt Wall offers beer, wine, and Charle-Ritas on tap—a self-serve system letting you pour as much or as little as you want, paying by the ounce. That’s the kind of innovation that respects both drinker preferences and budget consciousness. You don’t have to commit to a full glass if you want to sample multiple wines. Micro-brew beer selection complements wine offerings for those preferring hops to grapes.

Wedding Venue and Private Events

Weingarten functions as complete wedding destination and private event space. The beautiful building, countryside backdrop, restaurant service, and wine selection create compelling package for celebrations. Whether intimate rehearsal dinners or full-scale weddings, the venue accommodates various scales while maintaining that essential quality: the building and setting enhance rather than overwhelm your celebration.

New Ownership Energy

“Under New Ownership!” might sound like marketing, but the new team brings genuine enthusiasm for honoring Weingarten’s legacy while pushing it forward. Fresh culinary vision means menus evolve. Expanded wine offerings mean broader selections. Reinvigorated energy means attentive service and attention to detail. These aren’t abstract improvements—they’re tangible in every visit.

Practical Information

• Name: Weingarten Vineyard Winery & Wedding Venue
• Location: 12323 Rottler Rd. (off Highway 32), Ste. Genevieve, Missouri 63670
• Phone: (573) 883-2505
• Website: weingartenvineyard.com
• Hours: Thursday 11 AM-8 PM, Friday-Saturday 11 AM-9 PM, Sunday 11 AM-6 PM
• Restaurant: Garten Haus serving upscale American cuisine (steaks, seafood, chicken, fresh pasta)
• Wine Program: Collection of red and white wines
• Beverage Features: iPourIt Wall (self-serve beer, wine, Charle-Ritas), micro-brew beer selection
• Seating: Indoor and outdoor dining/tasting areas
• Services: Wine tastings, restaurant service, private events, wedding ceremonies and receptions
• Setting: Rolling countryside, picturesque terrain, beautiful architecture
• Reservations: Recommended, particularly for dining

Perfect For:

• Wine enthusiasts exploring Route du Vin wine trail
• Couples seeking beautiful wedding venue with on-site dining
• Food and wine lovers wanting exceptional cuisine paired with quality wines
• Private event hosts (corporate gatherings, family celebrations, reunions)
• Romantic dinners and special occasions
• Wine tastings and beverage education
• Those wanting countryside setting without sacrificing culinary quality
• Visitors appreciating architectural beauty and scenic backdrops
• Groups accommodating diverse beverage preferences (wine, beer, non-alcoholic options)

Weingarten represents what happens when new ownership respects established excellence while bringing fresh vision. The building is genuinely beautiful—not trying too hard, not sacrificing character for modernity. The cuisine elevates beyond typical winery food through investment in proper technique and ingredient quality. The wine program balances established collections with contemporary innovation like the iPourIt Wall.

The countryside location works because Weingarten makes the drive worthwhile. You’re not going because it’s convenient but because it deserves the effort. That’s the mark of genuine destination hospitality: people choose it deliberately, plan for it, remember it afterward.

Visit for wine tasting on a lazy afternoon, return for dinner at Garten Haus, celebrate your wedding where beauty and hospitality meet. That’s what Weingarten offers: an experience where architecture, wine, food, and setting combine into something genuinely special in Ste. Genevieve wine country.