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Wildlife Ridge Winery
Smithton

Wildlife Ridge Winery

About Wildlife Ridge Winery

Kristy and Kevin Long founded Wildlife Ridge on March 1, 2013, on a 98-acre farm in Smithton. It remains Pettis County's only winery. The property holds a 3.5-acre lake. The house produces 7,500 gallons annually, including My Sweet Deer, a sinfully sweet and fruity red, Bone Dry, a straw-colored dry wine with Granny Smith apple flavors, and Cricket, a semi-dry white. The winery is completely ADA compliant with no steep inclines or steps. Open year-round, Wildlife Ridge also offers offsite bartending for weddings and reunions, providing liquor license and liability insurance for all events.

Tasting Experiences

Wine Tastings

Sample award-winning wines year-round with plenty of inside and outside seating

Event Rentals

Host bridal showers, baby showers, birthday parties, bachelorette parties, and Christmas parties with offsite bartending services available

Live Entertainment

Enjoy live entertainment while tasting wines

When to visit Wildlife Ridge Winery

MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Thursday1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Friday1:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Saturday1:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Sunday1:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Good to know about Wildlife Ridge Winery

Can you visit Wildlife Ridge Winery? Is there a tasting room?

Yes, Wildlife Ridge Winery has a tasting room open to visitors (from their website, September 5, 2026).

What wines does Wildlife Ridge Winery specialize in?

Signature bottles include My Sweet Deer, Bone Dry, Cricket, Spring Fling, Roxie's Sweet Rose'.

Can you bring kids to Wildlife Ridge Winery?

Yes, Wildlife Ridge Winery welcomes children.

Where is Wildlife Ridge Winery located?

Wildlife Ridge Winery is at 34751 Miller Road in Smithton, Missouri. Phone: +1 660-343-5493.

When was Wildlife Ridge Winery founded?

Wildlife Ridge Winery was established in 2013.

What tasting experiences does Wildlife Ridge Winery offer?

Wildlife Ridge Winery offers Wine Tastings, Event Rentals and Live Entertainment.

What are Wildlife Ridge Winery's tasting hours?

Wildlife Ridge Winery is open Wednesday and Thursday, 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM, Friday and Saturday, 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and Sunday, 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM, closed Monday and Tuesday.

Does Wildlife Ridge Winery have outdoor seating?

Yes, Wildlife Ridge Winery has outdoor seating.

Where to find Wildlife Ridge Winery

Wildlife Ridge Winery is at 34751 Miller Road, Smithton, Missouri, United States.

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