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Exploring the Versatility and Charm of Marsanne
Marsanne Grapes on the Vine – Used with Permission, Tablas Creek Winery This Texas Wine Lover post is about the lesser-known white grape variety, Marsanne (pronunciation mar-sahn), most commonly found...
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Why Texas Deserves a Spot on Every Wine Lover’s Map
When you hear “Texas,” you immediately imagine cowboys, endless prairies, herds of bulls, oil rigs, and gas fields. But few people know that behind this rugged image lies another, more refined...
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Visiting Charleston Taylor Estate: An Experiential Winery Opens in Johnson City
A new winery has opened in Johnson City with some unique features at a Texas winery that I have never seen before. Considering I have visited over 540 Texas wineries in the last 15 years, that’s...
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Vineyard Cruise: A Unique Wine Adventure at Wildseed Farms
Press Release Deep in the heart of Texas wine country, Wildseed Farms has launched what may be the most extraordinary vineyard experience in the Hill Country—and possibly in the entire nation. The new...
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Nikhila Narra Davis Winemaker Profile
Some people start making wine from the start as planned, and others eventually move into the role of winemaker. Nikhila Narra Davis did the latter since she started as a grape grower, and with the...
View ArticleTexas Wine Country Faces Sobering Challenges as Tourism Booms in Fredericksburg
Once a quiet German town nestled in the Texas Hill Country, Fredericksburg has blossomed into one of the nation’s top wine tourism destinations. With more than 100 wineries in the Texas Hill Country...
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Exploring Carter Creek Winery Resort & Spa: Where Wine Meets Relaxation
Villas I had always wanted to stay at Carter Creek Winery Resort & Spa, where the villas are nestled right alongside the winery, brewery, restaurant, and spa. I first got a preview of the resort...
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Messina Hof to Host Two Annual Harvest Festivals
Press Release Messina Hof, the first family of Texas wine, invites visitors to celebrate the season at its annual Harvest Festival with events held every weekend starting Friday, July 25th, until...
View ArticleTop Texas Wine Tasting Rooms to Visit in Fredericksburg
Introduction to Texas Wine Tasting Rooms Texas has been gaining attention for its emerging wine scene, and there’s no better place to explore it than at the many Texas wine tasting rooms scattered...
View ArticleExplore the Texas Wine Trails Map: Your Guide to Texas Wineries
Introduction to Texas Wine Trails Texas is quickly becoming one of the most exciting wine destinations in the country. With its unique climate and rich soil, it produces a diverse range of wines that...
View ArticleSip and Stroll: Trending Getaways on Texas Wine Trails
A New Way to Explore Texas Wine Trails Texas wine trails are more than scenic routes. They’re a blend of flavor, culture, and discovery. While wine regions like Napa get much of the attention, the vast...
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Texas Hill Country Wineries Welcomes 7 New Members, Now 69 Strong
The Texas Hill Country wine community just got even bigger—and better. As of May 2025, Texas Hill Country Wineries (THCW) has officially welcomed seven new member wineries to its growing association,...
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Bending Branch Winery Debuts Wines Aged in Texas White Oak
Bending Branch Winery is once again at the forefront of innovation in Texas wine. Known for pushing boundaries with winemaking techniques like cryo-maceration and flash détente, the winery has now...
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Fredericksburg Food & Wine Festival Lineup and Tickets Now Available for 2025...
Press Release In anticipation of the 2025 Fredericksburg Food & Wine Festival, the Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce has released the official schedule of events for the second-ever “Preview...
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White House Winery: Where Presidential Pups and Fine Wine Meet in Hye
Just off the famed US 290 wine trail in Hye, Texas, White House Winery offers a relaxed and playful take on the Hill Country tasting experience. Inspired by presidential pooches, each wine on their...
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Wine, Faith, and Storytelling: The Soul of Whatley Wines
Just a few miles west of the Fredericksburg post office on Highway 87, Tyler and Melissa Whatley have created a wine tasting experience that’s no gimmick. In a time when people feel rushed, politics...
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Kuhlman Estate Elevates the Wine Tasting Experience with Elegant Renovation
Press Release Beloved Texas Hill Country winery K Estate (Kuhlman) has completed a highly anticipated renovation, just in time for summer. Nestled along the famed Wine Road 290 between Fredericksburg...
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All Preview Week Proceeds from the 2025 Fredericksburg Food & Wine Festival...
Press Release Fredericksburg, Texas – July 8, 2025 – In response to the recent devastating flooding, the Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce and the 2025 Fredericksburg Food & Wine Festival today...
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Mason Revisited – A Trip Report
Much has been written about Mason, Texas, over the past several years. Yet despite the glowing press and its close proximity to one of the most popular wine destinations in the country, I’m always...
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A Texas Wine Combo: Copper Rose Wine and Noblemen Wines
I had heard about a new wine shop in San Antonio back in March, but I did not get a chance to visit until the Summer Solstice. Copper Rose Wine had a preview of Noblemen Wines’ Piquette. While there,...
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