Crush Wine Guide

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Crush Texas Wine Guide & Passport is a thoughtfully designed, picture perfect book in which you will find the key to unlocking this incredible area and to discovering many of the finest wineries it has to offer.

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WELCOME TO YOUR PERSONAL TEXAS WINE PASSPORT FOR THE HILL COUNTRY.

The first section contains the passport pages, and the sections to follow will help you find your way to some of the finest establishments in the area.There are excellent restaurants that serve our award-winning Texas wines paired with delectable local cuisine, comfortable and luxurious places to spend the night, romantic destination wedding venues, and even contacts for beautiful properties available here - to perhaps start your own winery!

As you begin your journey, we invite you to use this passport to record your travels as you create your own story, and keep it to share with others as a remembrance of another journey you have made in your life; a beautiful memento of your time spent here in the Texas Hill Country.

Consider this Passport your personal invitation to get to know our beloved Texas Hill Country.

It is a place that is rich with fascinating people, rugged and breathtaking Texas Hill Country scenery, and some of the most amazing wines, not just in Texas, but in the world.

So‌ Start your journey here with your Crush Texas Wine Guide and Passport.

Be sure to travel safely with a light heart, a good friend and a day or two at time to get to know all there is to love here in the Hill Country of Texas!

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Grape Creek Vineyards 10587 E. US Hwy 290 Fredericksburg, TX 78624 830-644-2710

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Main Street Location 251 E. Main Street Fredericksburg, TX 78624 830-992-3373 GrapeCreek.com

Taste. Grape Creek has earned over 150 medals in the last two years, including 90+ point wines and “Best in Class” awards from multiple San Francisco

competitions. We now offer seated tastings as well.

Tour. Take a short tram ride through our estate

vineyards to our winery. Your first stop is at our crush

pad and tank room, then on to the barrel room to enjoy tasting wine aging in oak barrels, then finish in our new “Tuscan-Modern” Tour Tasting Room for an intimate tasting.

Belong! Enjoy exclusive wine club perks,

like limited production, member-only wines, member

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limestone campanile, or bell tower, stands at the edge of the road silently declaring there is something significant here, something you shouldn’t pass by.

So you turn onto the gravel drive and wind your way up the hill through rows of Chenin Blanc grapevines until you reach the rustic villa at the top. Its sun-drenched ochre walls, roughhewn, massive wood beams buttressing a dappled clay tile roof, oak-shaded patios, fountain, and rows of grapevines stretching toward the horizon are exactly how you pictured Tuscany would be. But you’re not in Italy, you’re in Fredericksburg, Texas.

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We invite you to experience a rejuvenating and unparalleled wine experience. Visit our beautiful and romantic Italian Villa tasting rooms and Trattoria café, enjoy our wines, and live the feel of “Tuscany in Texas”.

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Pedernales Cellars

2916 Upper Albert Road Stonewall, Texas 78671 (830) 644-2037 PedernalesCellars.com 8

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or six generations our family has lived off the

Texas landscape. Our forefathers and foremothers

planted cotton and corn, and we grow grapes. In 1995,

Larry and Jeanine Kuhlken planted their first rows of vines in the Texas Hill Country. They picked the site specifically for its soils of caliche and rich red sandstone, located

and has been rewarded for its efforts with Gold and Double Gold medals in national and international wine competitions including Lyon, France.

When you visit our winery in Stonewall, just 15 miles east of Fredericksburg, our well-educated staff will

lead you through a tasting designed to cultivate your

appreciation for Texas wine. On our deck you can sip a glass, listen to live music, and enjoy breathtaking views of the Pedernales River valley.

within the oldest AVA (American Viticultural Area) in Texas, Bell Mountain AVA. We continue to farm these soils

“Join us for an afternoon of the good life at your home away from home in the Texas Hill Country!”

sustainably in order to pass them on as a legacy to the seventh generation.

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In 2006, Larry and Jeanine’s children, Julie and David, as well as their spouses, Fredrik and Heather, founded

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creating benchmark Texas Tempranillo and Viognier,

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Fiesta Winery 290

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6260 US Hwy East 290 Fredericksburg, TX 78624 (830) 997-4466 FiestaWinery.com

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estled in the Historic Rocky Hill on Highway 290 lies a secluded area full of life and color. The color

embodies the friendly fun that the Fiesta Family guarantees for every visitor who visits them. This country-chic environment makes you feel like you are right at home here in Texas. Original stone and wood buildings house a variety of options from a B&B to wine tasting. Live music fills the air, bringing back good memories of times past.

fruit flavors as well as blending to bring your taste buds a star studded experience that stands out from the rest.

Between a Texas favorite Tempranillo to a bestselling sweet Riesling, there is something for all. Fiesta Winery has a fun variety of cleverly named wines like “Back Porch Sittin’” and “Home Sweet Home,” as well as picturesque labels.

Our Wine Club family members can tell you that Fiesta Winery 290 is a relaxing and positive place to savor a bottle of wine and enjoy live music. You can truly appreciate southern hospitality in the Hill Country at its finest!

Fiesta Winery is a fun oriented winery meant for everyone.

“Come to Rocky Hill and appreciate southern hospitality at its finest!.”

Whether you are an experienced wine connoisseur or a novice trying to experience something new, we have

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enjoys the challenge of meeting your needs.

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Perissos Vineyard and Winery 7214 Park Road 4 W Burnet, Texas 78611 (512) 820-2950 PerissosVineyards.com

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100% Texas Grapes • 16 Acres of Estate Vineyards

Award Winning Wines • Perfect Hill Country Day Trip

Laura Martin are producing some serious Texas wines,

competing successfully on both state and international levels. Perissos has garnered three coveted “Best of Class” awards in the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, along with numerous state honors.

is only 15 minutes away, which makes a visit to both a perfect winery double-header. Bring in this ad, along with your Torr Na Lochs receipt from the same day, and receive a $5 discount on your wine purchases.

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As both grapegrowers and winemakers, they farm their vines using sustainable farming methods. They apply compost and compost teas to nourish their vines, never using synthetic fertilizers. Passionate about farming winegrapes, they train their vines to produce perfectly

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They use 100% Texas grown fruit to craft their wines, most of which comes from their own estate.

Come try our wines and enjoy an afternoon sitting outdoors among acres of vines, or step inside our beautiful tasting room and be served at your table,

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ripened fruit, which results in beautiful wines that reflect the very Texas soil in which they were grown.

Expanded hours

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Check website for current hours.

“We look forward to knowing you!”

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Tom Green County Brundrett Estate Vineyards McCulloch County

Hockley County

Certenberg Vineyards

Gilliam Gap Vineyard

Harrison County

Enoch’s Stomp Vineyard

Mason County

Parr Vineyard Tallent Vineyards Loyal Valley Vineyards

Terry County Hunter Vineyards Texas High Plains AVA

Terry County

Lost Draw Vineyards La Pradera Vineyard Lepard Vineyard Farmhouse Vineyard Lahey Vineyard Castano Prado Vineyard

Texoma AVA

Mesilla Valley AVA Texas Davis Moutains AVA Escondido AVA

Fredericksburg in the Texas Hill Country AVA

Texas Hill Country AVA Bell Mountain AVA

Jeff Davis County Dolores Mountain Vineyard

Sutton County

Washington County

High Cross Vineyard

John Dale Vineyard

Gillespie County Klenk Family Vineyard

Hays County Mandola Vineyard

Gillespie County Granite Hill Vineyards Blanco County Hye Estate Vineyards

Represents an Estate farmed by William Chris Vineyards

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Hawk’s Shadow Winery

7500 McGregor Lane Dripping Springs, TX 78620 (866) 551-9463 or (512) 587-9085 HawksShadow.com 16

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awk’s Shadow Winery, just 30 miles west of

downtown Austin, was built with the hardworking

spirit of those who first carved a life from the

limestone of Central Texas. This striking Hill Country site produces strong character and unique qualities

found in the grapes grown on the estate, giving our

wines a richness and depth as distinctive as Texas. Our

passionately hand crafted Texas wine portfolio features our own estate grapes and carefully chosen fruit from select Texas growers, all produced in our new gravityflow winery.

We welcome visits, Saturday 12- 6 pm, or any

day by appointment for unparalleled Texas Hill Country views. Sample our finished wines and

works-in-progress. Find a patio table to relax over a bottle with friends, both two and four legged.

We hope your visit will prompt you to consider our wines for your own cellar.

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patio, with wide-open vistas across our estate vineyards

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Wine tasting at Hawk’s Shadow features relaxed seating where you will enjoy an eclectic portfolio of our dry

complex whites, rich European style reds and limited

production wines offering unique vintage or vineyard

specific character. Winemaker tastings include private tours and barrel tastings.

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Rancho Ponte Vineyard 315 Ranch Road 1376 Fredericksburg, Texas 78624 (830) 990-8555 RanchoPonte.com

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was a recipe consultant for Williams-Sonoma. Together, the Pontes celebrate the essence of food and wine appreciation through special tasting events and acclaimed culinary classes.

ancho Ponte Vineyard is a small-production, familyrun winery nestled on 20 acres and located just

The beautiful tasting room, with a roomy central

5 miles east of Fredericksburg. One of the founding

serving bar, is 500 yards south of Highway 290 on

members of the Wine Road 290 Association, Rancho

Ranch Road 1376 (the road to Luckenbach, TX).

Ponte is known for wine appreciation steeped in culinary

Rancho Ponte Vineyards is also home to a pair of

excellence.

Texas Longhorns, so keep your eyes open for Brix and Tannin on the Ranch property behind the winery!

Roberto Ponte is a fifth generation wine maker, with family ties to Northern Italian and California viticulture.

Rancho Ponte — a perfect stop for day trippers looking

Roberto sources fruit and produces wines using unique

for an international tasting experience and a friendly

Italian varietals, as well as Tempranillo, Merlot, and

wine club atmosphere, in the heart of the Texas Hill

Cabernet. A full tasting card of red, white and dessert

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wines will tempt aficionados and explorers alike.

Rachel Pickering-Ponte is a classically trained chef and

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ontotoc Vineyard was established in the

unique terroir of the Llano Uplift in the

Northern Hill Country community of Pontotoc, Texas. Pontotoc means “Land of Hanging

Grapes” and the vineyard was planted in the

fertile red sand soil of a high valley surrounded

by pink granite outcroppings and sandstone hills on a farm originally founded by the German Emigration Company in 1872.

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Pontotoc Vineyard’s Weingarten is nestled in a quaint cottage with an authentic weinkeller in a stone

walled courtyard in historic Fredericksburg, Texas.

Similar to the heurigen of Vienna, Austria, the

weingarten provides a family atmosphere in an intimate environment for sharing a picnic of

excellent local food and wine. The mission of

Pontotoc Vineyard is to make vintage wines of

exceptional quality from grapes grown in the Texas

Hill Country. We are a fifth generation Texas farming family and take great pride in bringing the fruit of our labor to your table.

The Money Family

providing you with the setting for your ultimate "Texas Wine Experience." We also offer a

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“Texas Cheese Cellars is a collaboration between three Texas wineries: Brennan Vineyards, Lost Oak

Winery, and McPherson Cellars. While we started out as a small-concept tasting room, our vision rapidly evolved into something much grander, something beautiful, memorable, and undeniably unique. Our tasting room and wine club provide the perfect backdrop for showcasing our

& Wine Experience� to enjoy daily. Join us as we sample five artisan cheeses from Veldhuizen Cheese Company paired with five wines selected from 4.0 Cellars. These handcrafted and cave-aged cheeses are known for their distinctive flavor and quality. Enjoy

winemaking techniques, passions and products.

the experience of sampling the best Texas has to offer

At 4.0 Cellars, you can expect to be treated to an

pm. Reservations required. For more information visit

exceptional array of wines from single varietal wines to diverse blends all from vineyards located throughout Texas.

We are located in the beautiful Hill Country and only 8 miles

weekdays at 1:00 pm and Saturdays at 11:00 am and 1:00 our website at foupointwine.com.

Enjoy Cheese and Wine Samplings Daily

from Fredericksburg, Texas, which offers an ideal and comfortable setting where you can taste, learn and discuss as much or as little as you desire. We pride ourselves in

4.0 Cellars 10354 E. US Highway 290 Fredericksburg, Texas 78624 (830) 997-7470 FourPointWine.com

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Woodrose Winery

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intimate tasting room with the 2500 square foot deck that is cloaked in shade from the beautiful big trees that surround it, (some even grow right through the center of it!) and a beautiful event room that is

ike Guilette has two passions he lives daily: wine

fashioned after an old Texas Dance Hall.

maker and chef. Since 2005 he has been sharing

those passions with those who visit his amazing winery,

By Spring of 2016 Woodrose will start providing food

Woodrose, a place where people are welcome to “Sit,

options on Saturdays. Call the Winery or check the

Relax, & Enjoy!”

website for details.

Located just a stone’s throw from Fredericksburg near

By creating a relaxing and beautiful environment with

Stonewall, Texas, Woodrose Winery is nestled in the heart

a friendly and knowledgeable team at the winery,

of the Texas Hill Country approximately a half mile off of

Mike welcomes locals and visitors alike to stop in and

Highway 290. Although the winery is barely visible from

partake of all that Woodrose has to offer, especially

the road, you really can’t miss the ranch-like entrance,

the delicious food, the million dollar Hill Country

with its graceful arch across the driveway and the long

views and the array of award winning wines - all

and winding crushed gravel road that leads you to a rustic

made from 100% Texas Grapes!

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e Baron... roll the "r" and imagine a French Bordeaux, an Italian Veneto, a Napa cab... Barons Creek brings the romance of wines to the Texas Hill Country allowing the flavor and experience to burst into life!

Come and see...

The tasting room chateau, overnight villas designed specifically for ambiance and comfort, a courtyard fountain with dancing waters - all are in place. More importantly, our grapes have arrived. Some journeyed from Sonoma, some from Walla Walla, and some as far away as Barcelona Spain! Our winemaker has completed his tasks and now all bottles stand proudly, each tempting you - "Choose me!" Regarding our wine maker - Cellar D. Russell Smith; he perfected his skills in both the Napa Valley and the Texas Hill Country and now continues his craft while sharing time between El Molar, Spain and Barons Creek.

tastings. The Baroness gift boutique showcases a fine selection of jewelry, cutlery, and wine novelties, to name but a few.

While you are enjoying your weekend rendezvous, take a moment, if you will, to allow the brothers and their wives to share their experience with you where elegance meets Hill Country charm.

Le Baron! Don't forget to roll the "r"! From the Barons at Barons Creek... Here's to you!

Mike, Chris and Marc Business Hours: Thursday - Saturday 10AM - 6PM Sunday 11AM - 5PM

Amenities include private tasting rooms - call ahead to book an intimate discussion of our wines, and barrel

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essina Hof is a leader in the establishment of the Texas wine industry and one of the fastest-growing and most award-winning wineries in the state. Established in 1977, the rich winemaking heritage of the Bonarrigo family dates back six generations to Messina, Sicily. Messina Hof Winery is dedicated to producing premier, award-winning wines and offering tourism destinations based on tradition, family and romance.

In 2011, Messina Hof Hill Country opened its doors in Fredericksburg, Texas, the fastest-growing wine tourism destination in the country. Located on ten acres of rustic Texas Hill Country, this location not only offers a spacious tasting room, but hosts a

Messina Hof Hill Country Winery 9996 US Highway 290 East Fredericksburg, Tx 78624 Passport stamp here

(830) 990-4653 MessinaHof.com

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variety of events such as weddings, corporate events and specialty dinners. Every summer Messina Hof also hosts its annual Harvest Festival, an all day event where guests are invited to pick grapes and participate in a traditional grape stomping. Messina Hof Hill Country can also accommodate its visitors at the Manor Haus Bed & Breakfast, which has four individually themed retreats that include private entrances, a living room, kitchenette and Wi-Fi access. Guests can also take their wine tasting experience to the next level by joining the Messina Hof VIP or Wine Club.

Messina Hof Hill Country is proud to be a part of the growing wine industry in the Texas Hill Country and offer an ideal getaway to its visitors.

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ost Draw Cellars is committed to producing quality wines that highlight the unique terroir of the Texas

High Plains. They pride themselves on planting grapes that thrive in the semi-arid climate of the region and

strive to continuously improve the growing process in a sustainable way to enhance the character and structure of their wines.

In Spring of 2014, Lost Draw Vineyards expanded and

made Texas history. Andy Timmons, Managing Partner,

November 2014 to rave reviews.

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room resides in the heart of Fredericksburg just a few blocks from downtown Main Street.

The family invites you to enjoy the results of their hard work and dedication to true Texas winemaking.

now owns and manages 500 acres, producing over 30 varieties. In the summer of 2014, construction began

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uhlman Cellars opened October of 2014 in the heart of the Texas Hill Country on Highway 290 between Hye and Stonewall. Inspired by the winding waterways, geological formations and mineral rich soil types found in the Texas Terroir, Kuhlman Cellars pays homage to this unique terrain in each of our proprietary blends. Our namesake comes from the Kuhlman Creek which traverses the Cobb Family Farm and Estate Vineyard found Northeast of Fredericksburg. Recognizing the importance of viticultural union between the climate and vine, the winemaking team continues the vigilant pursuit of research, experimentation and education to produce handcrafted wines of unparalleled character and complexity.

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18421 E US Hwy 290 Stonewall, Tx 78671 For Appointments:

(512) 920-2675 (CORK)

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veteran winemaker,

BĂŠnĂŠdicte Rhyne, to create a unique and hospitable experience celebrating the richness in our lives: family, food, friends and fellowship. Our tasting room is thoughtfully designed to include every guest in a personal wine journey with education about our process from a knowledgeable guide, an intimate view of our working winery, and Sommelier & Chef prepared cuisine carefully paired with each wine.

We encourage you to slow down, relax and savor the Wine Life-Vina Vita.

We invite you to experience our intimate food and wine pairings by appointment Thursday through Saturday from 11 am - 6 pm, and Sunday from 12-5 pm; same day appointments are welcome. Or simply stop by to enjoy the serene views of the Texas Hill Country from the comfort of our shaded outdoor seating.

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Wine & Views rc de Texas is a world class WINE bar with a menu

spanning the globe and rooftop terrace views spanning the

countryside. Open daily, the decor is upscale but comfortable,

the staff is knowledgeable and friendly, and the VIEWS are

simply STUNNING. The Arc de Texas is a part of Lighthouse

Hill Ranch, a 2,000 acre GEM nestled in the Texas Hill Country

amid some of Blanco County’s TALLEST peaks, just south of

Johnson City. The Ranch features The Lighthouse (a four

bedroom/four bath vacation rental), several ranch style homes

available for rent, and the INCOMPARABLE Arc de Texas,

which has four separate vacation rental suites with ELEGANT

amenities and more amazing VIEWS. ACTIVITIES like

horseback riding, ATV tours and skeet shooting are also

available with no overnight stay required. Come and enjoy a

glass of wine or beer, sourced from around the country and

around the world, and maybe even stay a couple of nights...we

WELCOME you to the ranch!

Arc de Texas

Please ask about Vino Vistas - our new and exclusive wine club featuring sunset pickup parties at The Lighthouse.

Wine & Views: 830-868-7024 ∙ arcdetexas.com Accommodations: 512-587-9656 ∙ lighthousehillranch.com Activities: 512-697-9722 ∙ texastrailrides.com

Arc de Texas at Lighthouse Hill Ranch Enjoy our sensational wines 4555 HWY 281 and Johnson City, TX 78636 views! spectacular (830) 868-7024 ARCDETEXAS.COM Passport stamp here

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Torr Na Lochs Vineyard & Winery 7055 W State Hwy 29 Burnet, TX 78611 (832) 606-7575 TorrNaLochs.com 30

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orr Na Lochs Vineyard & Winery is the culmination of

a common vision of owners Blake & Karen DeBerry. Even as childhood sweethearts we have always had a common goal, and this vineyard and winery is our latest. We purchased our 180-acre ranch while living in Scotland, and our time there inspired the name Torr Na Lochs, which loosely translates from Gaelic to Hill Over Lakes. The winery sits high above the Colorado River valley overlooking both Inks and Buchanan lakes.

It was on a wine tour in Australia that we noticed the similarities between the vineyards there and our ranch property, and the idea for the vineyard and winery was born. Two years of weekends preparing the vineyard

After making the leisurely half-mile drive along a granite gravel road to the winery building, choose from a number of seating options for tasting great Texas wines with an even greater Texas view. As native Texans, we are committed to wines made from only Texas grown fruit. We invite you to relax and enjoy the variety of Torr Na Lochs wines poured at your table by our friendly staff.

We are only a 10-minute drive from Perissos Vineyard & Winery, which makes a visit to Torr Na Lochs and Perissos the perfect winery double header. Bring this ad and your Perissos receipt from the same day and receive a $5 discount off your purchase. “We look forward to sharing our vision and dream of a Truly Texas Wine Experience with you!�

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Wedding Oak Winery 316 E. Wallace St. US Hwy 190 San Saba, Texas 76877 WeddingOakWinery.com (325) 372-4050

Wedding Oak Winery at Wildseed Farms 100 Legacy Drive US Hwy 290 Fredericksburg, Texas 78624 WeddingOakWinery.com

to the iconic wildflower fields of Wildseed Farms in Fredericksburg, Wedding Oak Winery’s Texas roots do indeed run deep. Named for the historic, 400 year-old matrimonial oak tree near our winery in San Saba, we planted our first estate vineyards in 2000, focusing on varietals and blends that love the red clay loam and limestone pan terroir.

After opening our 10,000 case San Saba production facility and tasting room in June 2012, Texas wine travelers began to discover the charm and hospitality of small-town Texas, while enjoying wines that quickly gained local, state and national attention. At the same time, our flagship San Saba

commitment to Texas grown wines of distinction by expanding our vineyard plantings in the Hill Country, beginning in 2015 with the first acreage of wine grapes planted at Wildseed Farms. Additional plantings up to 35 acres will go into the ground in 2016-2018, pushing more deep roots into the incredible soils of the Pedernales River basin.

In the spring of 2016, Wedding Oak Winery at Wildseed Farms opened its doors with wine experiences that are intertwined with the glory of bluebonnets, poppies, Mexican hat and other portrait-quality wildflowers. Come enjoy our wines as you stroll through the incredible setting of Wildseed Farms on Wine Road 290.

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Rivenburgh planted the first grapes on the estate in 2009. Its caliche soil, sloping hills and elevation of up to 1,630 feet create a perfect spot for warm-climate

We continue to experiment with lesser known grapes and growing methods and

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The 56-acre estate, which was settled circa 1840,

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has 20 acres of 16 grape varieties, including Malbec, Roussanne, Sagrantino, Souzao, Tempranillo, and Vermentino. Our signature white and red wines have been recognized for their intensity that stems from the high acidity in Picpoul Blanc and bold tannins in

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Bending Branch Winery has been named Best Texas Winery twice by the San Antonio Express-News and was chosen by San Antonio Magazine readers as a top winery.

We invite you to come taste our wines and kick back in Comfort.

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Begin your Hill Country wine adventure at the

amazing Texas Hills Vineyard, less than a mile from Johnson City — the gateway to Wine Road 290!

Cross our Lone Star Gate, view 25 scenic acres of

Texas vines, and discover 100% Texas wines in our

friendly tasting room. True Texas wines grown from true Texas vines. Start with two that are known well beyond the Texas border: the award winning

"Kick-Butt Cab" and our own amazing Tempranillo, “Toro de Tejas.”

From there, let your imagination and our tasting team guide you through a large selection of Texas

treasures: Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese, Malbec, Orange Muscat. And, a few delicious Texas Ports: Bianco and Rubino.

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share a glass or two of your favorite wine — even an impromptu picnic!

Once you have fallen in love with your favorite wine,

be sure to join our wine club, and you can continue to

enjoy our delicious wines when you return home from your travels. You will also find our wines in

Fredericksburg at the celebrated Cabernet Grill

restaurant. So! Be sure to begin your journey at the

beginning, where older Texas vines make better Texas wines!

Don’t miss out on one of the best kept secrets in the Hill Country, Texas Hills Vineyard.

Texas Hills Vineyard 878 RR 2766 Johnson City, TX 78636 (830) 868-2321 TexasHillsVineyard.com

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fruit flavors of cherry, raspberry and strawberry juxtaposed with the dark flavors of blackberry, black currant and cassis. Both grapes are grown in the Texas High Plains just a few miles from the Texas-New Mexico border at the prestigious Newsom Vineyard where the high mineral soils and cold nights bring out the red fruit flavors.

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The New Texas Empire Remember the days when J.R. Ewing ruled the state of Texas with his oil empire? Some of you may not remember the TV show Dallas, but it showcased a time when oil and cattle reigned. Things have certainly changed and a new empire is rising from the limestone soils—Texas wine!

The now famous Texas Hill Country wine region is making a statement the world over. The Texas Hill Country AVA is fast becoming THE wine producing region to visit. Every nook and cranny of the rolling hills provides an interesting and unique wine experience.

State Highway 290, otherwise known as Wine Road 290, is fast becoming the epicenter of Texas wine. However, there are a multitude of breathtaking wineries well off Highway 290 that are scattered across central Texas. The sheer number of wineries to visit is enormous, and the list seems to be growing by the day, so pack enough clothing for a full weekend of wine exploration.

It might be intimidating at first when you look at a tasting menu filled with wines such as Tempranillo, Aglianico, Mourvèdre, Viognier, or Roussanne, but any doubt of the unknown disappears once the wine touches your lips.

These are the grapes that are putting Texas firmly on the wine map. With such an amazing wine producing region deep in the heart of Texas, what are you waiting for?

Dust off those cowboy boots and head to the Texas Hill Country, where world class wine meets Texas hospitality.

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• Why would I not want to make a commitment to support my local friends and neighbors who work hard to produce such outstanding wines?

• I have been around food and wine long enough to know that ‘What grows together, goes together!’

Food and grapes that share the same terroir are able to provide a synergy of flavors that heighten the senses and enliven the palate naturally. Respecting that natural synergy is my goal as a chef and restauranteur. We’re exceptionally proud that we serve only Texas wines and our commitment is heartfelt and shared by our entire staff.

For Chef Jordan Muraglia, opening Vaudeville is the fulfillment of a dream. The stars aligned when we visited the hill country a few years ago. Our family has property here, and Fredericksburg drew me in.

In 2011, the Main Street venue found us, in a way. We visited for Thanksgiving, fell in love with the property, recognized the versatility of the space, and opened in 2012.

Food is love. Food is nourishment. The combination of that, with the freedom to express my creativity is how I got into the culinary arts.

For 2016, you will see footprints in our cuisine inspired by recent trips to France, the Middle East, the Caribbean, Mexico and New Orleans.

Everybody should experience the side of Vaudeville they are most interested in, whether it’s the casual American, classic southern cuisine of the Bistro, to the higher level of the Haute Cuisine of the Supper Club. Interesting to note, I have friends who love one side and have never experienced the other!

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Chef Julian Grisales recently escaped the hustle and bustle of city life to enjoy a change of scenery and settle down in the Texas Hill Country as Chef de Cuisine at Cartewheels Catering in Kerrville, Texas.

Rising to the top, very quickly, Julian has embraced the challenge of a fast paced kitchen. His ability to handle stress while leading with composure has positioned him as a well respected Chef in the catering industry. Upon meeting Cartewheels’ Owner/Chef Debby Stein through the ICA, Julian was intrigued by this small town caterer producing high-caliber events. Following a long stretch as Executive Chef with high volume caterers in both Orlando and Virginia, Chef Julian longed for life balance in a rural setting with his wife Sandra and two daughters.

Julian Grisales Chef de Cuisine, Cartewheels Catering

Classically trained at Le Cordon Bleu, Chef Julian brings a wealth of knowledge and creativity to the table—the dining table, that is. Julian has a diverse appreciation for food, but particularly enjoys nouveau cuisine, molecular gastronomy, and fusion cooking. He draws on inspiration from mentor, Chef Lionel Heydel, who taught him to ‘pay it forward,’ as he shares his craft with others. An artist and teacher at heart, his passion for catering runs deep. ‘Catering gives me a greater creative license; every day is a new adventure and our menus and techniques are constantly evolving.’ Chef Julian views cooking as a form of art. His striking presentations are pleasing to the eye and his bold and unexpected flavors ignite the taste buds.

John Washburne opened Otto’s with two good friends, Adam Ehmer and Executive Chef Adam Yoho in July 2013.

Chef Adam, who earned a BA Degree in History from West Virginia University and an Associate of Arts Degree in Culinary Arts/Chef Training from the Art Institute of Atlanta, has created Otto’s cuisine. The menu is seasonally focused and highlights not only what you can find in Germany and Austria, but explores the Germanic cuisine of Alsace, Northern Italy and even Texas! The exquisite food is accompanied by an amazing beverage program that emphasizes unique cocktails and craft beers.

You can also find Chef Adam at John Washburne’s outdoor venue, Tubby’s. He has crafted a Caribbean inspired cuisine for your dining pleasure at Tubby’s. The menu features bold flavors which compliment the outdoor aesthetic.

Adam Yoho Executive Chef, Otto’s and Tubby’s

Come and enjoy our locally-sourced organic ingredients in exceptional cuisine--in an engaging and pleasureable atmosphere.

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720 Water Street Kerrville, Tx 78028 Bistro Open Monday-Friday 11-2 Gourmet-To-Go Open Monday-Friday 9-4

Located in the Historic Schreiner Building in Downtown Kerrville, Cartewheels Provisions delights the palate of the Hill Country with Scratch-made Lunch, Gourmet-to-Go, Pastries, and Desserts.

Cabernet Grill

2805 South Highway 16 Fredericksburg, TX 78624 (830) 990-5734 CabernetGrill.com

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Or the last time you heard a song and just could not quit singing it to yourself long after you first heard it?

If you are coming to the Hill Country and are hungry for an amazing meal, then it is time to prepare yourself for another lasting memory -- the memory of the best meal you have had in forever.

Executive Chef Ross Burtwell, and his wife Marianna, have one of the top restaurants in the United States for a reason. Though they have traveled the world educating themselves through culinary and wine training, what they bring back with them each time to Cabernet Grill are new ways to delight local palates with foods that come from Texas and are inspired by Texas culture.

The menu will astound you. On it you will find culinary masterpieces like Green Chile & Crab Stuffed Texas Shrimp with Mango Honey Slaw, Pecan Pan Seared Rainbow Trout, and, of course, always a perfect Texas wine pairing.

If you love a great steak be sure to try a juicy 12 ounce ribeye steak with a high plains Tempranillo, or if you are an adventurer, why not order up the mouthwatering Bacon Wrapped Hill Country

Quail with a super Texas Sangiovese?

At Cabernet Grill their passion for cooking, attention to each detail, extensive knowledge of Texas wines, and their ability to pair great food with true Texas hospitality sets them apart, not only locally, but nationally.

We invite you to join them for an evening soon and enjoy a meal you will remember for years to come.

For reservations, please call (830) 990-5734.

Texas Hill Country Cuisine Cookbook

by Ross Burtwell Owner/Chef

Whether you’ve dined with us before or are planning your first visit, now you can take a little of the Cabernet Grill home with you.

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TABAK HAUS

BOOT RANCH

The Best Private Golf and Family Retreat in Texas is found in the heart of the Hill Country.

The Hill Country is a very special place. People have been drawn by its rustic enchantments for well over a century. It is home to breathtaking hills with elevations up to 2,200 feet and some of the best year-round temperatures in all of Texas and provides an idyllic respite from the bustle of big-city life. It is where true hospitality can still be found, traditions are cherished and authenticity is revered.

This is the same spirit with which Boot Ranch was created. Boot Ranch is an artful expression of luxurious Texas ranch-style living nestled just five miles north of Fredericksburg. At Boot Ranch, family and friends reconnect and enjoy five-star service and magnificent club amenities including an 18-hole Hal Sutton Signature golf course and 34-acre practice park, a 55,000 square foot Clubhouse Village majestically perched on the

highest bluffs on the property, and extraordinary dining experiences. The Ranch Club complex features four heated pools, an open-air pavilion, a bar and grill, and lighted tennis and sport courts.

At Boot Ranch no detail is overlooked, nor is any amenity spared. It is a place where you can hang your hat and lift your spirits.

When you’re a member of Boot Ranch, club privileges extend to all members of your immediate family—parents, grandparents, children, grandchildren, and spouses. Club membership is included in all property purchases.

Homesites are priced from the mid $200,000s, and shared-ownership five-bedroom Sunday Houses start at $350,000.

While you’re in the Fredericksburg area, schedule a private tour of Boot Ranch and explore real estate opportunities. Whether you’re looking for a vacation getaway, a retirement home, or a great place to raise a family, Boot Ranch offers exceptional choices.

Call Sean Gioffre 830-856-2599 for more information.

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HILL COUNTRY This is Boot Ranch, a private club and family retreat firmly rooted in the authentic culture of the Texas Hill Country. Marked by generous luxury and legendary recreation, Boot Ranch provides renowned service amid the rustic beauty of ranch life. Call to schedule your private tour today.

Ranked Top 10 BEST IN TEXAS ★★★★★

Homesites from the mid $200,000s; shared ownership Sunday Houses from $350,000.

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Obtain the Property Report required by Federal law and read it before signing anything. No Federal agency has judged the merits or value, if any, of this property.

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Your Texas Hill Country Expert

Willkommen! Fredericksburg encompasses a town steeped in history and has a strong sense of community. The Texas Hill Country offers more than farming and ranching. The area is ripe with world class wineries on the Texas Winery Row. Stunning Hill Country views serve as a backdrop for Fredericksburg’s amazing restaurants, golf resorts and unique shopping experiences.

Born and raised in Fredericksburg, Texas, Joe Salinas is an expert in the Hill Country market. His family owns a 3rd generation construction company based in Fredericksburg; this is where Joe’s personal passion for preservation and the restoration of older homes comes from. He appreciates their rich historical value.

Joe started in real estate in 2005 and has obtained both a GRI designation along with the coveted Brokerage License. Joe’s expertise and skill combined with the one-of-akind resources, reputation, and the Kuper Sotheby’s International Realty global brand are powerful advantages that set Joe apart from the competition. Allow him to find your idyllic location in the Texas Hill Country to call home.

Joe SalinaS iii GRI • Broker Associate

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Celebrate Texas Wine, Food, Friends & Fun!

Fest on Saturday October 22, 2016 Plus Three Special Events

Messina Hof Hill Country

Wildseed Farms

Patron Brunch

Go Texan Dinner October 20

Celebration of Texas Wine & Food October 21

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”Nationally Recognized Fine Art & Sculpture” Best in the Hill Country and Beyond Original Gallery Art Antiques • Jewelry Cabinets • Farm Tables Lighting • Crystal Cut Glass • Rugs

Larry and Jeannie Jackson, Owners

209 S. Llano • 1 1/2 Blocks off Main • 830.997.0073 • LarryJacksonAntiques.com

I don’t always smoke cigars when I’m visiting Fredericksburg, but when I do, I smoke

TABAK HAUS. Fredericksburg’s premier purveyor of cheap talk and fine tobacco.

Home to Main Street Fredericksburg’s only walk-in humidor, Tabak Haus offers a diverse selection of fine parejos, figurados, pipe tobacco and accessories. From the casual smoker to the true aficionado, our staff will guide you to the perfect tasting smoke for any occasion.

Located deep in the heart of the Texas wine country, Tabak Haus features a perfectly paired variety of local and premium beers and wines to complement any smoke.

Relax with a glass or take it with you as you smoke, sip, and stroll around beautiful downtown Fredericksburg.

Kick back. Celebrate. Seal the deal. Settle into one of our 100-year-old Welsh pub chairs and enjoy the relaxed company and conversation of our Hill Country cigar lounge.

Join the Tabak Haus Cigar Club for exclusive access to discounts, events, and other special offers.

109 S. Washington

Fredericksburg, Texas 78624

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