When Dorothy was off to see the Wizard of Oz she didn’t have a chance to stop and get him a bottle of wine. It’s too bad because she could have brought some right from her home state of Kansas, where they have been making wine for more than 100 years.

While you can’t exactly call Kansas a top U.S. wine state, they are growing grapes and creating some good wines. Among the wines you will find are those made from these grapes, all native to Kansas: Red-Chambourcin, Norton (also referred to as Cynthiana), and St.


Vincent; White-Seyval, Chardonal, Vignoles, Melody, and Fredonia.

There are currently three wine trails in the state of Kansas: Glacial Hills, Kaw Valley, and Somerset. The offerings in each are continually expanding so check before you go to see where you can taste, tour, and buy. Also keep in mind that, at the present time, Kansas law does not allow wineries to sell wine on Sundays. It might be better to plan your visit for another day of the week when you'll be able to purchase the wines you like as many are not available for sale out of the area. 

Glacial Hills Wine Trail
The Glacial Hills Wine Trail was just officially launched in May 2015 by four enthusiastic wineries. While you explore the Kansas countryside, stop by these wineries and pick up a card to get stamped at each one. Once you complete the card, a complimentary bottle stopper will be given to you by the trail.

Crooked Post and Jefferson Hill wineries offer music on the weekends. Glaciers Edge Winery has a covered porch and encourages picnicking.

Crescent Moon offers a picturesque view from their tasting patio. Contact the wineries directly for details of events and amenities.

Crescent Moon Winery
15930 246th Street
Lawrence, KS
785-550-5353

Crooked Post Winery
7397 K-92 Highway
Ozawkie, KS
785-876-9990

Glaciers Edge Winery & Vineyard
1636 SE 85th Street
Wakarusa, KS
785-862-5421

Jefferson Hill Winery and Guest House
12381 Washington Road
McLouth, KS
913-796-6822

Kaw Valley Wine Trail
This trail has been around for a decade and is located in northeast Kansas mixed in among the farms. In fact, each October there is a Kaw Valley Farm Tour that includes the wineries and the farms. Guided tours are given of each and agricultural educational information is given for a very reasonable price.

Holy-Field winery is located near the Kansas Speedway and has events such as mystery dinners and Jazz.

Blue Jacket Crossing Vineyard & Winery
1969 North 1250 Road
Eudora, KS
785-542-1764

Davenport Orchards & Winery
1394 East 1900 Road
Eudora, KS
785-542-2278

Holy-Field Vineyard & Winery
18807 158th Street
Basehor, KS
913-724-9463

Stone Pillar Vineyard & Winery
11000 South Woodland Road
Olathe, Kansas 66061
913-839-2185

White Tail Run Winery
2327 North 400 Road
Edgerton KS
913-893-6860

Sommerset Wine Trail
The Sommerset Wine Trail is part of Miami County, Kansas, just south of Overland Park. The county offers a terrific option to see the wine region – a trolley. The Miami County Trolley can take you to all of the wineries on the trail, as well as local farms and historical sites.

Somerset Ridge Vineyard & Winery has been around the longest and produces more than 20 wines. They also have live music and other seasonal events throughout the year. They also use sustainable agricultural methods in their wine growing and wine-making.

Middle Creek Winery
4353 West 351 Street
Louisburg, KS
913-377-4689

NightHawk Vineyard and Winery
16381 West 343rd Street
Paola, KS
913-849-3415

Somerset Ridge Vineyard and Winery
29725 Somerset Road
Paola, KS
913-294-9646