A perfect wine for summertime just also happens to be celebrated in August! This versatile grape can make award-winning wines for all flavor appreciation types, and the 2026 Missouri Wine Governor’s Cup results prove that!
This years Best of Class winners included:
Dry White: 2025 Dry Vignoles from Adam Puchta Winery
Semi Dry White: 2024 Vignoles from Noboleis Vineyards
Sweet White: 2025 Vignoles from Mathany Family Vineyards
The 2026 Missouri Governor’s Cup winner was the 2025 Dry Vignoles from Adam Puchta Winery.
If that isn’t proof this is a versatile grape, I’m not sure what will! You can check out the full list of winners on the Missouri Wine website. https://missouriwine.org/news/2026-missouri-governors-cup-wine-competition-results
Vignoles grapes are very hardy in Missouri and are one of the first you may see being harvested. Vignoles wines can feature crisp flavors like pineapple, pear, and peach to fresh citrus and florals making it the perfect wine for summertime sips!
Vignoles wine pairs really well with foods that have a slight kick to them! General Tso’s chicken is my personal favorite Vignoles wine and food pairing! If you’re looking to pair it with something sweet, go for a cheesecake or crème brûlée type sweet treat.
As always though, drink what you want with what you want to eat it with. No one’s judging your personal preferences in my book ever!
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