Montelle Winery, established in 1970, is a scenic winery located in Augusta, Missouri, within America’s first designated wine region (AVA). Perched on a hilltop, it offers breathtaking views of the Missouri River Valley, earning it the nickname Halfway to Heaven. Known for its award-winning wines and sprawling vineyards, Montelle also boasts the distinction of being the first winery in Missouri to have a distillery. The winery produces exceptional brandies from its own grapes, as well as small-batch brandies from fruits such as peach, pear, plum, and cherry.