Welcome to the Missouri weinstrasse, the two-lane "wine road" that intertwines through scenic wooded hills and deep river valleys in the southeastern corner of St. Charles County, Missouri.       Settled by German immigrants, towns along the Weinstrasse are recognized for their rich German heritage, which includes a long history of wine making. That tradition of great wine making was rediscovered in the Missouri River Valley with it's unique soils and favorable climate.       The Augusta, Balducci, Montelle, and Sugar Creek Wineries along the Weinstrasse are recognized throughout the state for critically-acclaimed wines produced from the surrounding vineyards. Since the 1800's these vineyards have been recognized for the superior quality of grapes which continue to prosper in the fertile Missouri River Valleys. You are cordially invited to travel along the Weinstrasse, taste the wine, and enjoy the beautiful river valley scenery!