Nighthawk Vineyard & Winery — Restaurant in Paola

I love this winery! It's so homey and relaxing! All of the staff is so courteous, especially if they're busy, they will make sure you're happy waiting (I've been handing a free glass of wine when there are long waits). Don and Kathy are wonderful and attentive and will likely remember you if you come back! Jenny is also great and always fun to have for a tasting, but honestly all of their staff is great! Often live music on the weekends, occasionally some sort of food option. It's great to do a tasting ($6/6 tastings -build your own tasting). I love getting g a glass or bottle and just sitting on the patio with some cheese and crackers (you can bring your own) or walking through the vines. My fiancé and I actually got engaged here because this wine area (the Somerset wine trail) has become a fun and special place to us. Definitely go check this place out! My favorite wine is probably the Dry Seyval Blanc but they have a lot of interesting and...

We picked this winery to visit when we read a review saying they had a bocce court. We recently moved back to the KC area from the west coast and one of our favorite Oregon wineries had bocce courts. We will be back for sure, but not just for the bocce. We had a wonderful tasting with the owner, Don, and great conversation as well. We felt like we were chatting with an old friend. We really enjoyed the wines - lots of beautiful whites since this area is better suited to whites (plenty of dry, semi-sweet and sweet) and a few lovely reds as well. If you are used to drinking wines from elsewhere, be open-minded. The grapes that thrive in this area are different from what typically grows in CA or OR. A couple of days after our visit we received a personal email from the owner thanking us for our visit. We're excited to go back just for wine/conversation/bocce, but also to check out some of the events they host...

Nighthawk Vineyard is a hidden gem offering a delightful wine tasting experience. Don and Cathy's warm and welcoming presence creates an inviting atmosphere where everyone feels like family.

The picturesque views of rolling hills and lush vineyards create a serene ambiance for enjoying a glass of wine or indulging in their delightful sangria. Additionally, the live music events held at Nighthawk add an extra layer of charm to the overall experience.

Nighthawk Vineyard is a must-visit destination for anyone seeking a tranquil retreat, where the genuine hospitality of Don and Cathy ensures that every visitor feels...