About Lachance Vineyards

LaChance Vineyards is a family-owned winery in Missouri, offering a warm, inviting atmosphere at its De Soto and Kimmswick locations. Each site provides a unique blend of wine tasting, dining, and events, reflecting the winery’s “French country charm with a Tuscan feel” branding.

Our First Location

De Soto Location

Nestled in Jefferson County’s rolling hills, the De Soto location of LaChance Vineyards offers a picturesque escape for wine enthusiasts. Visitors can enjoy the charm of an indoor Tasting Room, relax on the courtyard patio, or take in vineyard views from the partially covered deck.

The expansive landscaping, with beautiful flowers, water features, and statues, creates a serene setting. It’s ideal for sampling award-winning wines and hosting large events like weddings, with space for over 250 guests.

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Our Second Location

Kimmswick Location

In the historic village of Kimmswick, LaChance Vineyards occupies “The Old House,” a 1770 building rich with history. This location provides a full-service dining experience, with lunch five days a week and dinner on Friday and Saturday evenings, featuring steaks, fresh seafood, and pasta.

Guests can choose inside or outside patio seating, enjoying wines in a setting once frequented by Ulysses S. Grant. Its historic ambiance makes it perfect for intimate gatherings and memorable visits.

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The following table summarizes the key aspects of each location, based on research:

AspectDe SotoKimmswick
LocationJefferson County, 45 minutes south of St. LouisHistoric village of Kimmswick, “The Old House”
Year BuiltModern, family-owned since 20121770, pre-American Revolution
AmenitiesIndoor Tasting Room, courtyard patio, deckFull-service restaurant, inside/outside patios
AmbianceScenic vineyard views, expansive landscapingHistoric, reputed haunted, dining-focused
EventsWeddings, special events, over 250 guestsIntimate gatherings, historical experience
Unique FeatureFamily-friendly, serene setting, true vineyard and wine crafting experience. Rich history, once frequented by Ulysses S. Grant, pet-friendly,

This table provides a clear comparison for visitors choosing between locations.

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Check out one of our two locations Kimmswick and Desoto

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Brows for events you would like to attend

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Take a look at our menus and our wines

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Read our FAQ and Visit Us Page to plan your day.

Our Team

  • Executive Chef Chris Mueller
Executive Chef
Chris Mueller

In March 2024, Chris joined the LaChance team and now oversees kitchen operations
at our Kimmswick location,