Festival Details
Event OverviewAfter decades of increasing quality, the perception of the Norton grape is changing, growing in to a viable premium red wine worthy of national acclaim. The National Norton Wine Festival is aimed at providing exciting ways to experience one of the most versatile American grape varietals, doing so through education, tasting and interaction. The festival is also committed to positioning Missouri as the leader in Norton production, working with local sponsors to achieve this goal.
Special Events
- Norton wine producers from around the country, together in one location, to celebrate America’s true red wine
- VIP Dinner at the Missouri History Museum featuring local foods paired with red and white wines
- Live entertainment all day Saturday
- Participating Bands:
- Friday Night VIP Dinner
- Terry Lynn Rose
- Saturday Festival
- Dave Black
- Educational presentations about Norton wine
- Local food vendors will be on hand with various samples for all patrons
- Wine Garden with wine for sale by the bottle and glass
Where
- The Missouri History Museum
- Located at Lindell & DeBaliviere in Forest Park, St. Louis MO
When
- Friday, September 5
VIP Dinner at the Missouri History Museum
Cocktail Hour 6PM - 7PM, Dinner at 7PM
- Saturday, September 6
The National Norton Wine Festival at the Missouri History Museum
VIP Admission 10AM - 6PM
General Admission 11AM - 6PM
50% of the proceeds from this historic event will
be donated to the Missouri Historical Society.


