The Rocheport Winery at Mount Nebo Inn

The story

Crafted with passion, served with love

A Winery on the Katy Trail

Sitting directly on the Katy Trail at the Historic Mount Nebo Inn in Rocheport, Missouri, The Rocheport Winery has earned a reputation as a "must stop" destination since forming in 2019. The focus from the start has been the production of premium sparkling wine, paired with a wine list that spans more than 350 brands from around the world — a list distinguished enough to earn Wine Spectator's Best of Award of Excellence in both 2024 and 2025.

What's on the Table

The kitchen keeps things lively and varied. Wood-fired pizza is available every day, and guests consistently single it out — "seriously amazing brick oven pizza" and "sommelier knowledge" are phrases that come up repeatedly in guest reviews. Small plates round out the everyday menu, while Monday evenings bring rotating pasta specials: traditional lasagna, baked rigatoni with Italian sausage meatballs, mushroom ravioli with garlic cream sauce, and seafood with lemon butter garlic sauce have all made appearances. Sunday brunch runs through the afternoon before the regular menu takes over, giving the week a comfortable, unhurried rhythm.

The Atmosphere and Events

The outdoor seating area draws particular praise — quiet and relaxed on a spring evening, according to guests. Inside, the historic inn provides a backdrop that feels both genuine and welcoming. Live music is a regular fixture on the calendar, with pianists, bands, and special events appearing throughout the year. The winery also hosts bourbon tastings, cigar nights, and private events including weddings, with owner Drew drawing specific praise for his attentiveness on those occasions.

More Than a Wine Bar

The breadth here is genuinely unusual for a small Missouri town. A wine list honored by Wine Spectator sits alongside wood-fired pizza, rotating seafood and pasta specials, Sunday brunch, and a full calendar of live music and community events. For anyone passing through Rocheport — on the trail or otherwise — it delivers far more than the setting might suggest.