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TX Hill Country Your guide to what the locals know and where the locals go.

Marble Falls • Horseshoe Bay • Fredericksburg

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Discover the BEST of the BEST! Food. Wine. Sights. Events. B&Bs. Realtors. Venues. Antiques.

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Celebrating 15 Years in the Hill Country!

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Area Map & Events DISTANCES Horseshoe Bay

Marble Falls 1376 Hwy 281

Fredericksburg

Dripping Springs

Hwy 290 Hwy 16

Kerrville

Austin Hwy 290

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Hwy 87

Driftwood

Austin - Fredericksburg 78.2 mi Austin - Marble Falls 48.5 mi Austin - Horseshoe Bay 53.1 mi Austin - Driftwood 24.3 mi Austin - Dripping Springs 25.6 mi Austin - Kerrville 101.1 mi San Antonio - Marble Falls 86.4 mi San Antonio - Fredericksburg 69.8 mi San Antonio - Horseshoe Bay 100 mi San Antonio - Driftwood 73.2 mi San Antonio - Dripping Springs 73.9 mi San Antonio - Kerrville 65.8 mi

I-10

San Antonio Locations and mileage are approximate

Fredericksburg - Marble Falls 53.1 mi Fredericksburg - Horseshoe Bay 50 mi Fredericksburg - Driftwood 62.5 mi Fredericksburg - Dripping Springs 55.2 mi Fredericksburg - Kerrville 24.4 mi

UPCOMING EVENTS

MARBLE FALLS

4/6/18.............Hot Texas Swing Band Comes to Town 4/14/18...........Run for the Son 5k 4/29/18...........3rd Annual Crawfish Boil at Brass Hall 4/20/18...........Friday Night Fever Car Show 5/3/-5/18.........Paint the Town 2018 5/6-5/11/18....Grows Together, Goes Together 5/9-5/12/18.....Mayfest 2018 6/2/18..............Market Day on Main 8/10-8/12/18...Lakefest Drag Boat Races 11/16/18-1/1/19.....Walkway of Lights ci.marble-falls.tx.us/Calendar.aspx marblefalls.org

HORSESHOE BAY

FREDERICKSBURG

4/14/18......”Shake, Rattle & Coil” Burnet 4/15/18.....Burnet Bluebonnet Festival 4/22/18.....Texas Wine Revolution 5/5/18.......Lago Fest, Lago Vista 6/1/18.......Miami Nights at Horseshoe Bay Resort 7/21/18.....Jaws on the Water, Leander 8/8/18........Ignite Texas Retreat 2018, Spicewood 9/26/18.....Burnet BBQ Cook-off & Music Fest 10/11/18.. 2018 Diva Road Trip, Lakeway 11/18/18...Hill Country Christmas, Burnet 12/8/18.....Christmas on the Square, Burnet

4/28/18.......Fredericksburg Wildflower 5K & 10K Run/W 5/25/18.......Fredericksburg Crawfish Festival 6/15/18.......57th Annual Stonewall Peach Jamboree & Rodeo 7/4/18.........July 4th Community Parade & Patriotic Program 7/21/18.......Night in Old Fredericksburg 8/23/18.......Gillespie Co Fair & Parade 10/5/18.......38th Annual Oktoberfest 10/27/18.....Fbg Food & Wine Fest 11/23/18.....The Peddlar Show 2018

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Marble Falls

Outdoor Adventure and Urban Elegance

The fusion of outdoor adventure and urban elegance, set in the charming town of Marble Falls, just 45 mi. west of

Austin awaits! Here you can escape the rush of big city life and explore our beautiful historic Texas town. Perched on the banks of the Colorado River and nestled in rolling hills, the Marble Falls area is blessed with an abundance of

beautiful Oak and Pecan trees gracing scenic Lake Marble Falls. In Springtime you’ll be treated to a beautiful blanket of vibrant and seasonal wildflowers. There is something for everyone in our picturesque downtown area. Come and

savor delicious first class dining, world class wineries and craft breweries. Shop! Sip! Hike! Swim! Play! Discover the beauty of Marble Falls, TX today!

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Something for every occasion

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414 East Main Street Fredericksburg, Texas Presented for Sale By

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PERMANENCE There are buildings that illuminate strength and stablility. They have been built in times long past, but continue to age with perpetual grace. They have stories to tell. They embody permanence, are celebrated in history, forever enduring, yet remain timeless.

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Off the Beaten Path

Regency Suspension Bridge San Saba

National of the PaciMuseum fic War Re-enactm ents Christian Peace ethod t Garden Hwy 290E M Episcopis al Church

Hwy 290W

Wh Oak HistoriitceSc hool

Old Man Scary Cellars San Saba

Hwy 16

Hwy 16

Sweet Berry Farms

Hwy 87

Fredericksburg

Willow City Loop

Junction

Horseshoe Bay

I-10 Hwy 290 W

Hwy 83

Fredericksburg Hwy 16

Hwy 41 I-10

Hwy 83

Lost Maples State Natural Area/Wineries

Hwy 16

Johnson City Hye

Pedernales Falls State Park

Hwy 290 E

Austin

Hwy 290 E

1376

Luckenbach

Hwy 87

Kerrville

Leakey

Marble Falls Hwy 281

Hwy 173

Bandera

Hwy 281

Comfort I-10 Hwy 46

Spring Branch Boerne

I-35

Hwy 46 Hwy 281

New Braunfels Natural Bridge Caverns

I-10

San Antonio

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TEXAS WORLD HEADQUARTERS

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1000’s of Gifts under $30 plus Home Accessories & Pottery Galore!

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Fredericksburg

Photo by Rhonda D. Smith

Wine. Art. Shopping. History. Gourmet Cuisine.....

With 20+ wineries sprinkled around this area, visitors have their choice of Tuscan elegance, modern flair, or

rustic relaxation. That’s just the beginning! Fredericksburg is a shopper’s delight with over 150 shops, boutiques and art galleries. Find everything from clothing and home décor to art of every kind. In fact, First Friday Art Walk

Fredericksburg is a great way to experience our blossoming art scene and our historic district at the same time. Check out the National Museum of the Pacific War. Tour LBJ’s Ranch. And that still leaves gourmet cuisine, hiking, biking, spas and golf. Start planning. You’ll be glad you did.

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DEEP IN THE

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A new neighborhood of custom farmhouses that look out over the Texas Hill Country.

Your peace of home.

FREDERICKSBURG, TEXAS

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Fredericksburg ...a place where food and music-lovers gather to enjoy the sumptuous fare, the unique Hill Country ambiance and great Texas music.

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• SEAFOOD • PORK • STEAK • CHICKEN

RESERVATIONS RECOMMENDED

Closed Monday

Lunch

Tues - Sat 11:00-2:00 Sun Brunch 11:00 - 2:00 Dinner Tues - Thurs 5:00 - 9:00 Fri - Sat 5:00 - 10:00 Sun 5:00 - 9:00

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Jennie’s Smoked Burgers and Tornado Fries Ranked 3rd Best Cheeseburger in U.S. -msn.com

830-990-4000 Hours: 11:00am to 8:00pm/Wednesday–Monday 319B E. Main St. (down the driveway next to Fischer & Weiser)

Family friendly fun for everyone!

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Flavors to choose from:

margarita hurricane pina colada strawberry daiquiri screwdriver Texas tea

DRIVE-THRU

LITTLE MONKEYS Non-alcoholic flavors available

Tuesday-Saturday 11:00 am till 6:00 pm l 830.992.3377 l 401 E. Main l margaritamonkeysdrivethru.com (Corner of Washington & Main, catty-corner from the National Museum of the Pacific War)

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Fredericksburg Finger Smokin' Good We serve Angus beef and meats smoked on-site with all sides made fresh daily. A family owned and operated dining hall cooking good food for your family.

Catering is available for special events at your place or ours.

Hours: Wednesday–Sunday 11am to 3pm 116A N. Crockett, Fredericksburg, TX 830-307-9617 » hoegemeyers.com Open daily 9-7 • 830-765-0468 freshpickensfbg@gmail.com

58 RR 1376 • Fredericksburg, TX 78624

Specialty Foods • Farm Fresh Produce • Deli Lunch Menu • Charcuterie and Cheeses

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Fredericksburg

306 S. LINCOLN FREDERICKSBURG

home goods

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Farmhouse furnishings & antler art Primitive, rustic, and country 830.307.9785 l 609 & 613 W. Main Monday, Wednesday–Saturday 10:00–5:00 Tuesday 10:00–3:00, Occasionally on Sunday

I’m just sayin’!

A Timeless Antique mixed with Modern Accessories and rugs makes an amazing statement! Along with nationally recognized Fine Art, indulge in a variety of antique furniture styles, modern furnishings, silver, crystal, books, lamps, estate jewelry and décor.

plus...

We pay up to the minute prices on GOLD and SILVER, buy and broker fine art and give estate sales.

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• FURNITURE • ART • LIGHTING • ACCESSORIES • DESIGN SERVICES

Your home comes together here, with distinctive furnishings, elegant accessories and exquisite design, uniquely inspired for extraordinary living.

402 East Main · 830-997-6750 · (Corner of Washington and Main Streets across from Nimitz Museum)

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New Installations & Repairs

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Fredericksburg Publisher’s Picks

Mariquita Masterson, Houston Designer Pieces in Museum of Fine Arts, Houston Fresh Water Pearls Recycled Glass $525 Hill Country Outfitters · 115 E Main Fredericksburg, Tx · 830-997-3761

Adjustable Buckle Bracelet Marcasite In Sterling Silver $245.95

Pear Cut Drop Marcasite Blue Topaz Necklace In Sterling Silver $319.95

Mar Silver Jewelry · 108 E Main Ste 2 Fredericksburg, Tx · 830-990-8099

A unique, vintage barn in the hill country for celebrating your special occasions.

Full–service catering offering custom menus.

Every 2nd Saturday of the month join us for a 4–course dinner with live music.

1213 Kott Rd, Fredericksburg, TX l 830.990.9515 l kairosbarn.com

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VISITOR INFORMATION CENTER: HOME OF OUR

official know-it-alls one block off Main Street | knowledgeable & friendly staff | area brochures | clean restrooms

ample parking | complimentary Internet | short informational video in theater | open 7 days a week

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BOOT RANCH

The finest private club community in Texas is found in the heart of the Hill Country.

Boot Ranch is an artful expression of luxurious Texas ranch-style living located just five miles north of historic Fredericksburg. It is a place where you can hang your hat, lift your spirits and reconnect with family and friends. Members enjoy five-star service, fun activities, and relaxed club camaraderie on more than 2,000 acres of dramatic Hill Country terrain.

Boot Ranch is best known for its acclaimed 18-hole Hal Sutton Signature Golf Course, its award-winning 34-acre golf Practice Park, and the new one-acre Putting Park (the largest green in Texas). But golf is only part of the story that attracts families from throughout Texas and beyond to own property here.

The Clubhouse Village, perched at 2,200 feet of elevation, is the heart of the community. The Clubhouse features fine and casual dining, a wine cellar, locker rooms, fitness and spa facilities. Nearby is the wellmerchandised Golf Shop and ten luxuriously appointed Lodge Suites for members and their guests.

Outdoor pursuits abound at Boot Ranch. You’ll find four heated pools, a pavilion with food and beverage service, lighted tennis and basketball courts, and a playground at the Ranch Club. The new two-mile Longhorn Trail leads to the Lake Club with a swim beach, paddleboards, kayaks, canoes, jumping

platforms and two amazing treehouses. Other recreation options include trap & skeet, biking and fishing in spring-fed lakes.

A multi-generational club membership is included in all property purchases. Boot Ranch offers distinctive homesites from 1/2 to 14 acres, priced from about $300,000. You may design and build a custom home or select from a range of customizable plans.

Condominium residences and shared-ownership Sunday Houses are also offered.

While you’re in the Fredericksburg area, schedule a private property tour of Boot Ranch. Whether you’re looking for a second home, a place to retire, or a great place to raise a family, discover for yourself how Boot Ranch can become your legacy for quality time with family and friends.

Visit BootRanch.com or call (830) 997-6200 for more information.

“One of the Top 10 Golf Communities in America” - Golf Digest

GREATNESS THERE ARE NO SHORTCUTS TO

It takes passion, vision, attention to detail, and unwavering commitment to create the finest private club community in Texas. And Boot Ranch is just that.

Experience the unforgettable.

Real estate opportunities from the $300,000s - Call today to schedule your private tour.

A multi-generational Club membership is included with property purchase.

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Copyright © 2018 –Boot Ranch Holdings, LLC - All rights reserved. Oral representations cannot be relied upon as correctly stating representations of the Developer. Obtain the Property Report required

by Federal law and read it before signing anything. For correct representations, please refer to the Property Report and, for the Sunday Houses, the Texas Timeshare Disclosure Statement, as may be amended from time to time. Not intended as an offer of or solicitation to buy real estate where prior qualification is required. The sketches, renderings, graphic materials, plans, specifications, terms, conditions and statements contained in this advertisement are proposed only, and the Developer reserves the right to modify, revise or withdraw any or all of same in its sole discretion and without prior notice. All improvements, designs and construction are subject to first obtaining the appropriate federal, state and local permits and approvals for same.

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Try a Full Flight Historic If you love Drive up, Tasting of 6 wines Fredericksburg kitchen park, & walk for $10 at Tour for 2 gadgets, up to the you’ve got to Armadillo’s Leap adults and 2 children on browse Der -etched crystal top of Cross Fredericksburg Kuchen stemware Mountain Trolley Laden included

Cross Mountain Park off of N. Milam

Find a Nostaligic of 5 can conversation Family Toys Games, swim& all day starter Kitchenware for $10 at Lady for your andJohnson more at Bird home at Municipal Dooley’s 5-10 Farm House Park or Town & 25¢ Store Charm Pools

Marktplatz playground on Austin Street-Fun for the Kids!

Sample Spanish & Rhone Style wines at Pedernales Cellars

Quality teas, Have an antique appraised by French Dr. Lori at Hill macarons and Country Home & Homemade Design Show, comfort bites Hanger Hotel at Jack’s 1742 Event Center February 10-11 Tea Room Two “3 Meat Combos” with 2 sides and 2 Beers at Backwoods BBQ

Taste 6 wines for $15 at Becker Vineyards.

Includes a souvenir crystal wine glass

Choose one of the chic styles at Old West Spirit

“Let’s go to Wine Tours Luckenbach, Abound!

Try One! Texas”

Szechuan Chicken Lunch Golf a few served with rounds at Fried Rice and Lady Bird Egg Roll or Crab Rangoon Golf Course at Asian Garden

Secure your reservations for your dream B&B with Gastehaus Schmidt

Must See

Must Try

Fudge cooked Distinctive Furnishings, from scratch Elegant at Accessories & Exquisite Fredericksburg Design at Fudge Auer Haus Fbg Nature Center at Lady Bird Johnson Park

28 oz. Jar Candles in various scents that burn 155 hrs at Circle E Cancles

See 3 Stop by Convention & Narrow Path million bats Visitors Winery Bureau -at dusk: Tasting Room learn where The Old on Main Street to go and Tunnel State for a glass of what to see!

Rosé Sec Park

Plants, Home Accessories, Watch the Fun sunset atop Fashions, Wine & Beer Enchanted at Wildseed Rock Farms Split a

Original Steak Night Homemade Art, every Wed, Fine Thurs & Sun Apple Streudel & 2 cups of nights Jewelry & piping hot java Accessories at Crossroads at Java Ranch at East Hills

Fresh Liberty Black & D’Vinely Enjoy live music on the patio, Produce, Deli, Old Gringo Designed premium cigars, Lunch, accessories Boots gourmet bites, Charcuterie and decor for at Yee Haw international you and your at Fresh Ranch wines at Lincoln home Pickens St. Wine Mkt. Outfitters

CreateYour Own Opa’s Sandwich at Opa’s Smoked Meats

2 Tickets for select events at “The Backyard at Fritztown”

Shop for Hill Country Texas Wines and locally vintage Breakfast and sourced clothing, Lunch with ingredients shoes & prepared by accessories different Chef Ross specials every at Burtwell at day at Nury’s Cabernet Grill Haberdashery

First Friday Art Ft. Martin Walk - tour our Scott beautiful art on 290 E galleries and toward enjoy wine Austin along the way

Enjoy wildflowers and wine at Wedding Oak Winery at Wildseed Farms

Texas Armadillo & Longhorn Gift Baskets at Texas Pecans & Gifts

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Horse-drawn Schedule a Private carriage ride Discovery Tour with Starlight of Featured Carriage Properties at Boot Ranch Service

Smoked Turkey Reuben at Rathskeller for Lunch

Sunday National evening concert in the Museum Adelsverein of the Halle at Marktplatz Pacific War White Down HypoAllergenic Bed Pillows at Linens n More

Birkenstock Sandals, Kendra Scott & Pandora Jewelry at Zertz

Fine Art & Two tickets to Try a Schnitzel 18th & 19th Burger on a the Century Fredericksburg Sourdough antiques Bun Theater at Larry at Company Jackson’s Auslander

Rosé and Split a Donut Jennie’s White Wines, Burger, Smoked Brisket Texas & Double Viognier, Burgers Texas Dry Cheese &Tornado Rosé at Potato Fries Pedernales Fries at Hondo’s Cellars

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Pioneer Memorial Library, built in 1882, originally Gillespie Co. Courthouse

Midnight Stroll on Main Street Private Texas Wine Experience for 4 at 4.0 Cellars Try a sandwich or quiche combo with soup or salad at Woerner’s Warehouse

Texas Fried Pear Cut Drop Authentic Marcasite Chicken for German Blue Topaz 2 at Collectibles Necklace Hondo’s at Kuckuck’s In Sterling Silver on Main Nest at Mar Silver

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Wine

Come and explore the wineries in the heart of the Texas Hill Country.

Life is a celebration. Every day a gift. Plautus once said "Let us celebrate the occasion with wine and sweet words."

Sounds like a SPLENDID idea! What are you celebrating in your life that deserves a toast?

No matter the reason, or even the season, your choices when it comes to excellent wine available here in Fredericksburg are literally as big as the grand State of Texas!

If you are a novice or a sommelier it matters not, for wine is a continual and delicious discovery.

With more and more wineries springing up along 290 and every which way, to far reaches of the beautiful Texas Hill Country, each with a personality all its own, why not come and explore? Come for a Saturday afternoon out and about with the one you love, a fun day getaway with your best friend, or a delicious afternoon all to yourself. Relax with wine in one hand and a good book in the other, feet propped up and glorious sunshine smiling down. Let a glass of fine Texas wine help you unwind!

For more information on the vintners, the wines, and a fabulous map to find your way to the top wineries, be sure to visit the rated crushtxwineguide.com. Remember, we now have Uber service here in Fredericksburg, plus local taxis and too many wine tour companies to begin to list. We even have trolley service!

Wine

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Wine Tasting Tips

Swirl for Bouquet

Sip and Savour

It’s important to swirl the wine in your glass to release the aromatics responsible for its wonderful aroma.

Perhaps you will pick up on chocolate and cherries in a rich red, or sense tropical notes in a Sauvignon Blanc.

Chardonnay is full-bodied, creamy, and has an oaky taste from the aged barrels. As for the reds, the Pinot Noir is fruity and light, with a spicy taste; the Merlot is more subtle and smooth; the Cabernet Sauvignon evokes a taste of black currant and dried herbs.

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See the Color With your glass tilted to the side check the wine’s color against a white background. A Cabernet Sauvignon should have a deep red color.Chardonnay should be clear and range from almost white to gold. A pale brick shade would suggest a Sangiovese.

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Wineries & Wine Services CRUSH Texas Wine Guide crushtxwineguide.com

Wine lovers rejoice!

If you are seeking the most informative, comprehensive and visually stunning directory, passport, and keepsake, get your CRUSH TX Wine Guide at your favorite Hill Country Winery.

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Locations are approximate.

1. 4.0 Wine Cellars 10354 E US Hwy 290 The trifecta of Texas wines--Brennan Vineyards, Lost Oak Winery, McPherson Cellars--can be found at Four Point Cellars. With its sleek and sophisticated tasting room and its true Texas focus, Four Point is not to be missed.

2. Alexander Vineyards 6360 Goehmann Ln

Don’t miss the opportunity to stop and see us at Alexander Vineyards in the Texas Hill Country!

Whether the fruit is sourced from Texas vines or vines from half way around the world, we strive to find some of the finest expressions of varietals available and produce wines of exceptional quality and integrity. Find our wines at our tasting room at 6063 Goehmann Lane in Fredericksburg, and in fine dining establishments throughout the Hill Country.

3. Becker Vineyards 464 Becker Farms Rd, Stonewall; 218 E Main

Becker Vineyards is celebrating over 20 years of winemaking in the Hill Country. Nestled among 46 beautiful acres in Stonewall, this family-owned winery is the recipient of many international awards of excellence. Visit our tasting room on Main Street!

4. Grape Creek Vineyards 10587 US Hwy 290 E

Escape to Tuscany in Texas, an Old World experience nestled in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. Explore this award winning boutique winery’s tasting rooms, tour the production area, and sample wines aging in oak barrels at the vineyard’s Tuscan Meets Modern tour tasting room and art gallery. TASTE. TOUR. BELONG!

5. Grape Creek on Main 223 E. Main

Find your favorite Grape Creek Wines in the heart of historic Main Street in downtown Fredericksburg. All Grape Creek wines are available at this location, as well as some interesting and unique merchandise.

6. Inwood Estates 10303 Hwy 290 E

All TEXAS Wines. Winemaker Dan Gatlin now in his 38th year growing grapes, pioneered Spanish Tempranillo and Palomino in Texas. Dan and his wife Rose Mary offer the Hill Country's most extensive educational experience. Relax in the Bistro and enjoy BBQ Brisket & Ribs, Salads, Sandwiches & BYO Burgers. Locations in Dallas and at The Vineyard at Florence as well.

7. Lincoln Street 111 S. Lincoln

Fredericksburg’s original wine bar offering more than 200 wines by the glass. Enjoy wine, cheese, olives, bread and a new expanded lunch menu featuring tasty artisan sandwiches. We feature entertainment for your enjoyment; just check the calendar on our website at lincolnst.com.

8. Lost Maples Winery 34986 FM 187 Vanderpool, TX

9. Old Man Scary Cellars 302 E. Wallace St, San Saba, TX

Old Man Scary Cellars found its home in San Saba, Texas, in a beautifully restored 1924 historic building, re-purposed to house a retail tasting room and winery production facility. Designed with new Texas start-up wineries in mind, the building was transformed into a home for us at Old Man Scary Cellars, and is now open to share with you. To learn more, please go to OldManScaryWines.com.

10. Narrow Path Winery 113 E. Main 6331 S FM Rd 1623 Stonewall

The Turbeville family of Fredericksburg has been involved in the wine industry since 2002 growing an array of grape varietals and making award-winning wine in non-commercial competition. Narrow Path Winery is the result of a passion for the complete process of wine making (vine to glass) and an even bigger passion for creating community. Our vision is to provide a platform for sharing life’s journeys while sharing great wine 11. Pedernales Cellars 2916 Upper Albert Rd, Stonewall

Pedernales Cellars is Texas’ premier boutique winery, producing authentic, handcrafted wines, including benchmark Texas Tempranillo and Viognier. Family owned & operated, Pedernales Cellars is dedicated to world-class wines, sustainable practices, and Texas Hill Country hospitality.

12. Pedernales Cellars Tasting Room 134 E. Main

For those staying in Frederickbsurg, we have a tasting room on Main Street. Stop in for a tasting any day of the week except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. Open Every Day: 11-6

13. Vinovium Partners Negociant 214 Edmonds Ave, Johnson City

Vinovium (Latin for ‘wine road’) is a Texas négotiant and winery founded in 2012 that provides merchant services to the Texas wine industry, which allows us to offer an entirely unique Texas Hill Country experience for visitors, whether they visit us in person or online. Located just 6 miles west of Johnson City on the north side of the road.

Lost Maples Winery at Polvadeau Vineyards produces some of the best wine the Texas Hill Country Region has to offer.

Whether you’re looking for a full-bodied red or a crisp white, we’ve got a wine to delight every pallete and complement 14. Wedding Oak Winery;Wildseed Farms every dish. Stop by, relax and unwind with a tasting; most 100 Legacy Drive; 316 E Wallace, US Hwy 190, San Saba every Saturday, enjoy live music! Stay with us for a romantic Founded in 2010 by viticultualist Mike McHenry and friends getaway at The Villa at Polvadeau Vineyards--a luxurious and in San Saba, Wedding Oak Winery expanded to Wildseed intimate rental accommodation for couples spending time in Farms in 2016. They can boast Double Gold Medal wines our area. It boasts spectacular views of the vineyard, hills and such as Bridal Veil, and International Class Champion Sweet bluffs of the Sabinal Canyon.

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