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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!

CHEERS FROM THE TEAM AT CRUSH!

ANNE IRENE MIGUEL SONDRA PHOENIX TRAVER REEVES LECUONA Publisher, Editor Graphic Social Photographer Creative Designer Media Director 4 For advertising information please contact Sondra Phoenix . Sondra@EdgeMediaAgency.com . 830.998.9963

All company logos, icons, designs and page layouts are the sole property of CRUSH and are all subject to trademark and copyright laws.

Photo credits: Front Cover & Editorial Photos by Miguel Lecuona, Photographer.

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10303 Hwy 290 East • Fredericksburg, Texas Located 9 miles East of Fredericksburg ph 830-997-2304 • InwoodFBG@gmail.com

Since 1981 Inwood Estates Winery & Bistro 10303 Hwy 290 East Fredericksburg, TX 78624 (830) 997-2304 InwoodWines.com

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"Top 101 Wineries In America" Daily Meal, NY, July 2015 & 2016

The Classic “Reserve Tasting” A Review of Inwood's Popular $50 - $100 lineup Wines produced at 3 tons compared to some at 1.5 tons per acre

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If you come hungry, you can enjoy in-house food service prepared in our Bistro on site. The Bistro serves slow-cooked pulled pork and slow-smoked beef sausage plates, along with gourmet salads, meat and cheese boards, and the famous Smokehouse Board.

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After their legendary planting of Tempranillo in the Texas High Plains 17 years ago, Inwood has become synonymous with America's highest quality Tempranillo wines, both varietals and blends. Today, however, they are extending their most exciting work into Cabernet, Bordeaux Blends, Bordeaux varietals and Chardonnay.

Much of this very promising fruit production is taking place locally in Gillespie County, just outside of Fredericksburg.

The “Taste with The Winemaker” An In-Depth Look at Cutting-Edge Research and Tasting Wines produced mostly at 1.5 tons per acre

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Inwood Estates, named as one of “The Top 100 Wineries in America” for the second year in a row by the Daily Meal, NY, out of 9000 American wineries, is now available for visitation in Fredericksburg at their newest location 11 miles east on Highway 290.

The “Super-Flight”: Inwood’s Top Wines ($200+) versus Spain's Top Wines ($200+) Wines produced at the Ultra-Low 0.29 tons per acre

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ow in his 37th year of growing grapes in Texas, Dan Gatlin has steadily perfected the complex process of producing Texas' finest wines from 100% Texas fruit. His son, Spencer Gatlin, has added his 7 years of experience to their team, and promises to extend their legacy to the next generation.

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The local facility offers a variety of winery experiences ranging from casual to highly advanced level classes/tastings for the most demanding oenophile and professional. Some available Tasting Options are listed below:

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Reminder: When in Dallas, please call and stop by the Dallas winery where you can visit Spencer for a great tasting and personalized wine discussions.

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or six generations our family has lived on the

Texas landscape. Our forefathers and foremothers

planted cotton and corn. We grow grapes. In 1995 Larry and Jeanine Kuhlken planted their first vines in the Texas Hill Country. They picked the site specifically for its soils of caliche and rich red sandstone. We continue to farm these soils sustainably in order to pass them on as a legacy to the seventh generation.

In 2011, we founded our sister winery, Armadillo’s Leap, to experiment with New World style, fruit-forward wines perfect for everyday sipping. Both wineries have been recognized at International Wine Competitions with Gold and Double Gold medals.

When you visit our wineries, our well-educated staff will lead you through a tasting designed to cultivate your appreciation for Texas wine. At our tasting rooms, you can sit back, relax and drink in the beauty of Texas culture and landscape.

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

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wines crafted from the warm-weather varieties

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Grape Creek Vineyards Hwy 290, Fredericksburg Grape Creek on Main Main Street, Fredericksburg Grape Creek Georgetown On the Downtown Square, Georgetown GrapeCreek.com

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TASTE. TOUR. BELONG! Where Wine is a Pleasure Not a Party

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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

How has Grape Creek Vineyards become a top “Wine Club Winery”? The answer lies in the gorgeous estate that evokes whispers of “Tuscany in Texas,”

immersive taste and tour experiences, and a

decorated wine portfolio for new explorers and aficionados alike--sold only through the winery.

At Grape Creek, we believe wine is a pleasure, not a party. We offer a choice of tasting options in a

relaxed, old-world environment, so you can explore

our Texas-made wines. On busy days we don’t allow parties or large groups, so the emphasis is on your

wine experience. Guests and Members can take a tour through the vineyards for a guided barrel-tasting like no other. We invite you to Taste. Tour. Belong!

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Hawk’s Shadow Winery

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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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natural limestone barrel room cellar, where we host intimate cellar dinners, special events, and wedding

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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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ancho Ponte Vineyard is a small-production, family-run winery nestled on 20 acres and located just 5 miles east of Fredericksburg. One of the founding members of the Wine Road 290 Association, Rancho Ponte is known for wine appreciation steeped in culinary excellence.

Roberto Ponte is a fifth generation wine maker, with family ties to Northern Italian and California viticulture. Roberto sources fruit and produces wines using unique Italian varietals, as well as Tempranillo, Merlot, and Cabernet. A full tasting card of red, white and dessert wines will tempt aficionados and explorers alike.

Sonoma. Together, the Pontes celebrate the essence of food and wine appreciation through special tasting events and acclaimed culinary classes.

The beautiful tasting room, with a roomy central serving bar, is 500 yards south of Highway 290 on Ranch Road 1376 (the road to Luckenbach, TX). Rancho Ponte Vineyards is also home to a pair of Texas Longhorns, so keep your eyes open for Brix and Tannin on the Ranch property behind the winery!

Rancho Ponte — a perfect stop for day trippers looking for an international tasting experience and a friendly wine club atmosphere, in the heart of the Texas Hill Country.

Rachel Pickering-Ponte is a classically trained chef and was a recipe consultant for Williams-

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CRAFT COCKTAILS

“Bloody Shiner” “Comfort Cactus Mule” Hill Country Distillers Esmeralda Falcon, Tasting Room Manager and “expert mixologist” at Hill Country Distillers, will craft a cocktail to lift your spirits!

“Cotton Gin’s Mint Julep” is set apart from the ordinary, carefully fashioned with lavender syrup, peach schnapps, and cognac.

Crossroads’ “Mexican Martini” (left) features Herradura Reposed Tequila, Cointreau, splash of fresh olive, orange and lime juice.

It’s poured over ice and garnished with mint, then presented in a silver mint julep cup.

Our “Main St. Martini” (right) is made with Deep Eddy Vodka, pomegranate, a splash of cranberry juice and pure cane syrup.

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The “Bloody Shiner” (right) is made using Zing Zang Bloody Mary Mix, a splash of fresh lime juice, our Texas Jalapeno Spirits and a dash of Tabasco. We shake it with ice and then pour into a tall glass of fresh ice.

The “Comfort Cactus Mule,” previously known as our Moonshine Mule, is made with equal parts of our Texas Prickly Pear Spirits, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup. Add a couple leaves of mint and shake with ice.

Pour into a copper mug and top with Fever Tree Ginger Beer. Give it a light stir. The perfect Texas hot day drink!!

“Cotton Gin’s Mint Julep”

So sip and savor slowly.

Fully enjoy the aromatics of mint, lavender, peach and cognac.

Cabernet Grill, Cotton Gin Lodging

For recipes and recommendations from other Craft Cocktail Masters, and profiles and stories of other local talent, follow us or visit CrushTexasWineGuide.com.

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Our estate vineyard includes such varietals as Chardonnay, AlbariĂąo, Petite Sirah, Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Tempranillo, and Tannat.

Hours Thursday-Saturday 11:00am - 6:00pm Sunday 12:00 - 5:00pm

Come and escape the city hustle in our tranquil Hill Country winery, and while you are visiting, watch our handcrafted wine making process. As you unwind in the shade, explore with your own customized wine tasting journey surrounded by ancestral buildings and rolling vineyards.

Reservations Recommended (830) 391-8510 1851Vineyards.com

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nly 4.2 miles from Main Street, 1851 Vineyards is the closest estate winery to Fredericksburg.

Settled over a century and a half ago, our historic farm, with German architecture and majestic oak trees, started as a flour mill. In 2013 the transformation to an estate winery began. This winery is the realization of our journey, built on dreams, perseverance, and family heritage. 1851 Vineyards is dedicated to great wine and Texas hospitality.

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4222 S St Hwy 16 Fredericksburg, Tx 78624 (830) 391-8510 1851Vineyards.com

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he Newsom Family has been dedicated to growing

high quality wine grapes in West Texas for over 30 years.

Starting with 2 acres of Cabernet Sauvignon in the spring of 1986, Newsom Vineyards™ now grows a total of 148 acres,

19 varieties and supplies fruit to over 10 wineries in the state.

Working with our great winery friends for decades, Newsom Vineyards™ has become the symbol of quality fruits and quality wine.

present, in our tasting room, Newsom Vineyards™ label

wines. The wines are fermented in small lots and we take

care of every individual lot carefully. We believe the more we give love to our wines, the better taste they will return to us.

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and peaceful antique town outside San Antonio. Found between Hill Country Distillers and Comfort Brewing, it is within walking distance of several gourmet food establishments, boutique gift shops, antique markets,

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Newsom Vineyards™ @ Comfort 717 Front Street Comfort, Tx 78013 (806) 549-6732

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and art galleries. Comfort has become a popular and fun weekend get-away. It is only a 45 minute drive northwest of San Antonio, and a 20 minute drive from Fredericksburg.

Hours: Mon - Wed by appointment Thur - Sun 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

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ituated in the center of the Texas wine country on Highway 290 West in Hye, TX, Ron Yates

offers a distinctive wine experience that you just won’t get anywhere else. Our family-owned and operated winery, run by a seasoned team of winemaking experts, make some of the finest wines in Texas, including delicious Spanish, Italian and Rhone-style wines with estate-grown and sourced grapes. Our 6,000 square-foot contemporary winery and adjacent tasting pavilion provide an elegant, yet

relaxed setting for private tastings. Stop by and see us on your next Hill Country trip.

"Our wine labels are adorned with eight ranch brands to represent past and present generations of our family.

They also represent the joy and the struggle that comes with this life. We hope you enjoy our wines as much as we enjoy making them for you."

Ron Yates Wines 6676 Hwy 290 E Hye, Texas 78635 info@ronyateswines.com RonYatesWines.com (512) 585-3972

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

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rom the top of the Hill Country appellation in San Saba

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

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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Wedding Oak Winery, under the guidance of our wine

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“Come on in.

Slow down and sip for a while.”

For current and seasonal hours of operation, please check our website WeddingOakWinery.com

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An intimate, personal

space with the air of a French café and warm Texas spirit, the

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Narrow Path Tasting

ob Turbeville began making wine in the early

2000s using grapes from his one-acre estate

vineyard. A converted room in his barn became his

micro-winery to produce his first and future vintages.

The first harvest ended in an old-fashioned grape

stomp with friends and family, making for a memorable summer night in the Turbeville’s back yard. A decade of careful craftsmanship and a desire to share wine with new friends resulted in the creation of Narrow Path Winery.

where you can stop,

taste, learn, and share.

You will likely find the

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an insider’s knowledge of each wine.

Narrow Path’s new winery and vineyard features

stunning views, making for an ideal setting to drink a glass of award-winning wine. Releases are small staying true to the philosophy of producing

The Turbeville family invites you to enjoy a glass of

their classical styled wine at the Narrow Path Tasting

Room on Fredericksburg’s historic Main Street, and at

their new vineyard and facility near Albert, Texas (open summer 2017).

Narrow Path Winery 113 East Main Street Fredericksburg, Tx 78624 6331 South Farm Road 1623 Stonewall, Tx 78671 (830) 992-1404 NarrowPathWinery.com

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exceptional wine using select grapes from Texas

and California. The new vineyard features plantings of Tempranillo, Viognier, Grenache, Mouvèdre, Tannat, Syrah, Roussanne, Sangiovese and Triebiano grapes.

Open every day except Tuesdays.

Please check website for hours of operation.

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joining one t 4.0 Cellars, we set the standard by providing our

customers with the ultimate “Texas Wine Experience.” Our unique trilogy of family-owned wineries offering award-winning wines and our superior customer service create an enjoyable and educational experience. While these wineries call Comanche, Burleson, and Lubbock home, their collaborated efforts brought their collection of wines to Fredericksburg. You’ll enjoy wine from the High Plains, Central Texas and the Hill Country all under one roof. In addition to being the fourth winery in this prestigious group, our name highlights the group’s goal to consistently reach 4.0 perfection in winemaking and customer service.

Whether you’re trying Texas wines for the first time or are looking to expand your Texas wine collection, we have a unique experience for you. Come join us at the tasting bar in our expansive tasting room or drop by and enjoy a glass under our covered pavilion or in our beautiful courtyard.

of our multiple Wine Clubs and delight in its benefits year-round. Our property offers a combination of modern architecture and Hill Country charm with unique outdoor and indoor areas in which to host your next private event.

We offer private tasting experiences that feature Texas cheeses and locally-made chocolate truffles. Whether you’re trying Texas wine for the first time or looking to expand your Texas wine knowledge, we have a unique experience for you.

We hope you’ll spend some time exploring all of the high-quality and memorable experiences available.

Enjoy Cheese and Wine Samplings Daily 4.0 Cellars 10354 E. US Highway 290 Fredericksburg, Texas 78624 (830) 997-7470 FourPointWine.com

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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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secrets in the Hill Country Wine Region?

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.

is second to none;

one that invites you and your guests to

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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Vinovium 214 Edmonds Avenue Johnson City, Tx 78636 (737) 600-3127 www.Vinovium.Wine Monday - Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 2-7pm Friday: 12-9pm Saturday: 12-9pm Sunday: 12-7pm *dog friendly

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The culture in the Growler Lounge is not like your traditional winery atmosphere where guests are standing around a central bar - the service we provide is seated by design, so that we can shape a customer’s experience that extends beyond the wine, to build relationships and community. Guests will be able to experience a thorough and insightful tasting experience with unmatched friendly customer service.

The wines and times never get boring here – there’s always a new wine to share and a new story to tell.

And because we stay open late Thursday through Sunday (9 pm on Friday and Saturday), you can plan a full day of tasting, and at the end, come back to Vinovium and find a friendly and comfortable place to be – Nacho our resident S R PA SPORT OU hound will greet you, and all will be good.

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Located just 6 miles west of Johnson City on the north side of the road, you’ll find the Growler Lounge – the tasting room at Vinovium. There, you’ll find Central Texas’ largest selection of wines on tap, classic and proprietary wine cocktails, a rotating Coravin list of hard to find and older vintage Texas wines, local cider and an expansive espresso list.

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inovium (Latin for “wine road”) is a Texas négociant and winery founded in 2012 that provides merchant services for the Texas wine industry, which allows us to offer an entirely unique Texas Hill Country experience for visitors. We source and keg limited availability Texas wines, in addition to domestic and international wines we find compelling that demonstrate both regional character and deliver great quality and value.

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We use 100% recyclable kegs, promote a growler refill program and offer a membership that provides flexibility and substantial member benefits. In addition, we maintain a calendar of Lounge events, and classes taught by Daniel Kelada, one of the three partners in Vinovium, and a Guild Wine Master Candidate and Senior Wine Instructor.

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Come see us at Vinovium, on vinovium (wine road) 290!

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Fiesta Vineyard & Winery 18727 W FM 580 Lometa, Texas 76853 325-628-3433

Sip & Shop Fiesta Winery Main Street

Fiesta Winery is an inviting and comfortable winery meant for all. Whether you are an experienced wine connoisseur or a novice trying to experience something new, we have accommodations for both. Our friendly and professional staff enjoys the opportunity to exceed your expectations.

We encourage you to drink wine the way you want, instead of “how you are supposed to drink.”

At Fiesta Winery, we test the limit with fruit flavors as well as blending grapes to bring your taste buds a star-studded experience that stands out from the rest. From our dry Texas favorite, Tempranillo, to our best-selling sweet Riesling, Skinny Dippin’, we offer a wine for every palate.

Fiesta wines have a fun variety of cleverly named wines like, Back Porch Sittin’ and Home Sweet Home as well as whimsical and picturesque labels.

Our Wine Club Fiesta Family Members can tell you that Fiesta Winery’s tasting rooms (and vineyard) are relaxing, positive places to savor a bottle of wine and enjoy live music. You can truly appreciate southern hospitality, Texas style, at its finest.

Open 7 days a Week. Call for times.

FiestaWinery.com

147 East Main Street Fredericksburg, TX 78624 830-307-3328

Relax &Savor Fiesta Winery 290 6260 US Hwy East 290 Fredericksburg, TX 78624 830-997-4466

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Sip! Sip! Hooray!

Huckleberry’s is a tasting and shopping extravaganza! Come and visit Comfort, TX and and discover your new favorite Boutique wine or craft brew, outside on our covered patio by the fountain, or inside in our gorgeous wine tasting bar.

708 High Street • Comfort, TX 78013 • (830) 995-3076 Huckleberrystx.com • Huckleberrys@wcc.net

Once you fall in love with a new favorite drink, be sure to browse our beautiful gift shop for luxury goods like Axis

handbags, Uno de 50 jewelry and Wood Wick ribbon candles. These candles are perfect to take home and light while enjoying one of our great Boutique wines.

Also be sure to check out our incredible venue located in the back yard of the tasting room, where great parties for 2-150 people can be planned for your next important celebration! We look forward to meeting you!

Scott and Debbie

Cabernet Grill

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

WHERE GREAT HIll Country cuisine meets barrels of Texas wine

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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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Tuesday: 5-9pm Wed-Sat: 11am-9pm

Closed Sunday Monday

300 E. Main Street, Johnson City, TX 830.868.2424 BryansOn290.com

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THE SPIRITS OF TEXAS SERVED WITH A SMILE

Hill Country Distillers is fortunate to be nestled in the rolling hills of Central Texas. The inspiration for our spirits comes directly from the land and the people who welcomed us to start this most unique

venture and are our biggest supporters. Hill Country Distillers has not taken the path most followed as many new distilleries in Texas have, which is to make standard spirits from a corn and grain base. We use the native bounty of Texas to create our “Spirits,” thereby delivering a uniquely “Texas” product.

Prickly Pear cactus is gathered at select

ranches near Comfort to make our Prickly Pear Spirits and seasonal Jalapeños come from Texas as well. Even our Texas Revenge gin has as its juniper origins the Texas “Cedar Tree.”

Since we use no corn or grain in these products we can make spirits that are so smooth we only have to distill ONE TIME!

723 Front Street, Comfort, TX 78013 • 830-329-3976

We have a great tasting room and bar where you can sidle up and have a cool drink on those hot summer days, or you can lounge under our giant pecan trees out in the “Comfort Backyard.”

Tables await as well as old fashioned backyard games to have some fun.

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1.1851 Vineyards - 4222 S. St Hwy 16, Fbg 2. Armadillo’s Leap -134 E Main; 6266 E. Hwy 290, Fbg 3. Cheers - 505 E Main, Johnson City, Tx 4. Fiesta Winery - 6260 E. Hwy 290, Fbg ; 147A E Main, Fbg; 18727 W FM 580, Lometa 5. 4.0 Cellars - 10354 E. Hwy 290, Fbg

6. Grape Creek Vineyards - 10587 E Hwy 290, Fbg; 223 E Main, Fbg; 107 W 7th, Georgetown

7. Hawk’s Shadow Winery - 7500 McGregor Ln, Dripping Springs 8. Hill Country Distillers - 723 Front St, Comfort 9. Huckleberry’s - 708 High St, Comfort 10. Inwood Estates Winery & Bistro - 10303 E Hwy 290, Fbg

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11. Kuhlman Cellars - 18421 E. US Hwy 290, Stonewall 12. Narrow Path Winery - 111 E. Main, Fbg; 6331 S Fm Rd 1623 Stonewall 13. Newsom Vineyards - 717 Front St, Comfort 14. Pedernales Cellars - 2916 Upper Albert Rd, Stonewall 15. Rancho Ponte Vineyards - 315 RR 1376, Fbg 16. Ron Yates Wines - 6676 Hwy 290 W, Hye 17. Texas Hills Vineyard - 878 RR 2766, Johnson City 18. Vinovium - 214 Edmonds Ave, Johnson City 19. Wedding Oak Winery - 100 Legacy Dr, Fbg - Wildseed Farms 20. Wedding Oak Winery - 316 E. Wallace, US Hwy 190, San Saba 21. Fredericksburg Convention & Visitor’s Bureau (Tourist Information) --302 E. Austin, Fbg

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1. Bryan’s on 290 - 300 E. Main, Johnson City 2. Cabernet Grill - 2805 S. Hwy 16, Fbg 3. Crossroads Saloon & Steakhouse - 305 W Main, Fbg 4. Lincoln Street Wine Market - 111 S. Lincoln, Fbg 5. Vaudeville- 230 E Main, Fbg

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1. Auer Haus - 402 E.Main, Fbg 2. Boot Ranch - 1447 Boot Ranch Cir, Fbg 3. D’vinely Designed - 108 E. Main, Fbg 4. High Cotton Home & Design 10827 W Hwy 290, Ste 110, Austin, Tx

5. Intermezzo - 716 High St, Comfort 6. Joe Salinas, Kuper Sotheby’s

- 6606 N. New Braunfels, San Antonio, www.kuperrealty.com 7. Koch Gallery - 222 W. Main 8. Mabery Contracting- 1241 S St Hwy 16, Fbg

9. ReDefined & Pfaff Pfineries - 509 7th St, Comfort 10. RS Hanna - 208 S. Llano, Fbg; 244 W. Main 11. Urban Herbal - 407 Whitney, Fbg

708 High Street Comfort, TX 78013 (830) 995-3076 Huckleberrystx.com Huckleberrys@wcc.net

The ultimate party favor is a fabulous memory–a memory that lasts a lifetime.

A great event is one that comes off without a hitch, that looks effortless and feels like a dream for your guests.

At Huckleberry’s in Comfort, TX we have just the place for that dream to be fulfilled.

Getting married?

Hosting a wedding shower? Gathering your best friends for a girls’ night out? Celebrating a milestone in your life or hosting an event in someone else’s honor?

Huckleberry’s is just the place to honor someone you love and celebrate the important dates. We would be honored if you

would leave the work to us.

We will happily attend to each detail at Huckleberry’s. Our team of local experts will see to every detail. At Huckleberry’s we know how to fill the air with great music and set the mood perfectly. We can select and serve the perfect wines, or a host of local craft beers. We

can set the tables, and select the flowers with a certain savoir-faire, and will, most certainly, serve delicious food that will delight each and every one of your guests. If a cake is necessary for your celebration, we can handle that too!

We hope that you will consider Comfort, TX in all of its beauty for the perfect place to gather

for your next celebration, and that Huckleberry’s will be the place that you and your family will create memories for a lifetime.

If there is an event in your future (for 2-150 people), please call Debbie at (830) 995-3076 and let us do the planning for you, so that all you have to do is show up with your guests and enjoy the event with them.

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Featuring the best of Fredericksburg!

Celebrating 32 Years of Hospitality

- Fischer & Wieser - Fredericksburg Farms - Fredericksburg Fudge - Chocolat - Clear River Pecan Co. - Nature’s Candy - Vogel Orchards - Fredericksburg Pecan Co. - Becker Vineyards - Ranch Road Roasters

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quality properties come in various sizes and prices. Visit our easy to use website and reserve on-line 24 hours a day. Let us help you create a memorable getaway.

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Friendly & knowledgable staff.

Wine tours, massages, Fredericksburg gift baskets and flowers are available.

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231 W. Main Street, Fredericksburg, TX 78624

501 East Main Street Fredericksburg, Texas (855) 213-0582 (800) 274-3762

Boot Ranch living. Built for you.

Mabery Contracting builds luxurious custom homesteads in Fredericksburg’s acclaimed Boot Ranch. Boasting an unequaled combination of sweeping Hill Country views, luxury living, and outdoor recreation, Boot Ranch is one of the top golf and family resort communities in Texas. Whether you’re looking at property or are ready to build, Mabery Contracting delivers a new construction experience that’s as one-of-a-kind as the location you’re building in.

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BOOT RANCH

The Finest Private Club Community in Texas is found in the heart of the Hill Country.

The famed Hill Country is a very special place. People have long been attracted to its rustic enchantments, breathtaking vistas, and some of the best year-round temperatures in all of Texas. Here you’ll discover an idyllic respite from the bustle of big-city life, just five

miles north of historic Fredericksburg. It is where true hospitality can still be found, traditions are cherished, and authenticity is revered.

Boot Ranch is an artful expression of luxurious Texas ranch-style living where family and friends reconnect and enjoy five-star service. Club amenities include a top-rated Hal Sutton Signature golf course and 34-acre practice park (the largest in Texas), a 55,000 square foot Clubhouse Village, and extraordinary dining experiences. The Ranch Club features three

heated pools and Jacuzzi, an open-air bar and grill, and lighted tennis and athletic courts. A new 2.5-mile trail leads to Longhorn Lake with kayaks and paddleboards, amazing tree houses, a swim beach and jumping platforms. Members can also partake in trap and skeet shooting, spa services and a full menu of special events.

A multi-generational club membership valued at $100,000 is included in all property purchases. Real estate opportunities start at $300,000 and include custom homesites from one-half to 18 acres, shared-ownership Sunday Houses, luxury Village Home condominium residences, and customizable home plans. While you’re in the Fredericksburg area, schedule a private property tour of Boot Ranch.

Whether you’re looking for a second home or a full-time residence, Boot Ranch offers exceptional choices. It’s the best place in Texas to hang your hat and lift your spirits.

Call Sean Gioffre or Eric Metzger at 830-997-6200

Ranked Top 10 “BEST IN TEXAS” - Golf Digest ★★★★★

BUILD A LEGACY in a place that’s

LEGENDARY This is Boot Ranch, a private club and family community marked by generous luxury, legendary recreation and the rustic beauty of the Hill Country.

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Real estate opportunities from $300,000 - Call today to schedule your Discovery Visit.

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

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Copyright © 2017 –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.

Fine Jewelry

Pottery

Fine Jewelery Native American Art Custom Framing and Fine Art Appraisals Available On Site through Appretiare.

For more information visit Appretiarefbg.com or call 830-456-0374

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222 West Main • Monday - Wednesday 9am-4pm • Wednesday - Saturday 10am-5pm Sundays by appointment • 830-992-3124 • www.bertkoch.com

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

830.456.2233 51 joe.salinas@sothebysrealty.com | kuperrealty.com

a pause for beauty

in•ter•mez•zo noun; an Italian term meaning intermission, to take a breath

Fine Art & Artistic Gifts Paintings • Photography • Prints Jewelry • Pottery Textiles • Home Decor • Accessories A collection of beauty for men, women & children handmade by local artists & Fair Trade artisans from around the world.

Visit the gallery or shop online.

716 High Street • Comfort TX 78013 • (830)995-3899 • intermezzogallery.com • #intermezzogallery

Antiques, unique and repurposed finds, gifts, wine and much more!! eDefined 7 and Pfaff Pfineries R opened in September of 2015 introducing a mélange of decor, artwork, gifts, home furnishings and wine.

Rhonda and Lisa have been friends for over 30 years. When they became empty nesters, a culmination of their combined dreams of owning their own business became a reality.

Two personalities, two different styles and one concept. Their mission is to create a warm and inspiring environment for their clients and their homes.

Lisa Pfaff and RhondaTuck invite you to drop by, taste some wine, and enjoy their diverse collection and passion for style.

Pfaff Pfineries also offers personalized design and remodeling services.

509 7th Street • Comfort, Texas 78013 • 830.995.3515 rhondatuck6889@gmail.com • lisapfaff2000@yahoo.com

ReDefined 7 and Pfaff Pfineries

FURNITURE ∙ WINDOW COVERINGS ∙ BEDDING ∙ LIGHTING ∙ GIFTS ∙ DESIGN CENTER

Now servicing Fredericksburg, Kerrville and Hill Country area

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Stefan Savides- “Insect Inside” - 14.5” x 8” x 6.5” Bronze

Pam Ingalls - “Tables for Two” - 36” x 12” Oil

Joy Kroeger Beckner- “Squirrel Season” - 8” x 8” x 2” Bronze

John Austin Hanna - “High Noon” - 18” x 24” Oil

RS Hanna Gallery is proud to announce the opening of our beautiful 2nd location at 244 West Main Street in downtown Fredericksburg, Texas.

Our 208 South Llano Street location will now promote and showcase fine national non-profit arts groups and juried shows through the year, starting with Women Artists of the West running through June 3rd, 2017. Come celebrate with us and enjoy the new gallery and vibrant art scene.

RSHannaGallery.com | 244 West Main & 208 South Llano St. | Fredericksburg, TX 78624 Proudly Hosting the Women Artists of the West - Spring Showcase - March 1 - June 3rd | (830) 307-3071

Why Texas Wine Is A Big Deal Texas wineries are expanding acreage under vine to meet rising demand.

Aerial photo of Grape Creek Vineyards by Miguel Lecuona

by Daniel Kelada The story of Texas wine being told today is one about how a budding industry, with a rich wine making history, is grabbing attention, notoriety and momentum against some pretty big odds. The Texas spirit is unyielding. Marry that, along with the multi-generational grape growing and wine making cultures being built, the 28-million-person strong population (2nd largest only after California) that consumes roughly 37 million gallons of wine annually, and the mood in the market for local and new being expansive and growing. These ‘X’ factors put Texas in a unique position – it is shaping up to be a region that has a lot to gain even though it is not the largest consuming or producing state, yet. The truth is, the stage is set for great things to happen.

What’s your guess as to how long Texas has been making wine? 2017 marks 385 years of wine making history in the territory we now define as Texas. In this expanse of time, Texas has pioneered to achieve international significance through aiding the world in solving the preeminent threat that is phylloxera, succumbed to prohibition and its lingering effects, and re-emerged over a half-century post-prohibition to be this diverse region that is part old world and part new. We are cultivating wines with an individuality and an energy that push us towards more wines

and better wines, to increased awareness and market expansion.

Now more than any time in recent history, Texas wines are putting their best foot forward, and they’re doing it with better, more consistent quality, increased volume, industry support and recognition in multiple media outlets, that amounts to greater exposure and appreciation. Even at the wineries, the experiences are becoming more refined because of competition and the evergrowing interest in Texas wines.

How to Navigate Texas Wine The source of grapes sets the framework for what the resulting wine will be. You can only make great wine from great grapes, and not all growers are created equal. Therefore, it is important to know not only where the grapes come from, but how they are grown, how they were managed, and what processes were used after harvest and in the winery.

Texas is a wine making region with significant vintage-to-vintage variance, which requires substantial grape growing and wine making experience to learn how to deal with vintage extremes. These extremes all relate back to climate. Texas growers and producers are confronted with a myriad of possibly devastating challenges like frost, hail, disease and drought. Therefore, paying attention to

producer experience and background is a clear indicator of what wines they are the most comfortable producing and what you can expect in good and difficult vintage years.

Emerging Grapes and Wine Styles Here’s a quick guide to a few of the key grapes and styles defining the current and future Texas wine industry - courtesy of the Texas Wine Journal.

Blanc du Bois - The workhorse white grape of Texas, and by far the most versatile variety being produced in the state. This grape often flies under the radar, but its uniqueness is that it can be cultivated to produce a range of styles from dry to sweet and from sparkling to fortified.

Mourvédre - The textbook example of a varietal that has small berries and thick skins, which can produce wines with intense color and high tannins (astringency). Mourvédre tends to have fruit aromas of blackberries and black cherries, along with herbal notes of sage, fennel and lavender and meaty or earthy notes of sweet tobacco and cocoa.

This is a late-budding and late-ripening varietal that utilizes the full growing season, which contributes to the depth, focus and concentration of fruit and tannins.

Tannat – Famous for having the highest antioxidant levels of any other varietal because of its thick skins and because it has 2-3 more seeds than other varietals. These two characteristics contribute to its elevated tannin levels and overall body. Typically, Tannat is a wine with significant aging potential in good vintage years.

Roussanne – Indigenous to the Rhone Valley in Southern France, but may in fact be more suitable to Texas than Viognier. Texas is consistently hit by late season frost in late April and early May that can destroy early budding varieties and severely depress total yields. Roussanne, however, is late ripening, making it a contender for top vinifera white. It is a grape that produces wine with distinct russet or canary hues and gives flavors of ripe peaches and other orchard fruits along with honeyed citrus, yellow florals and at times herbal tea notes.

Dry Rosé– There are over 1600 commercially available rosés in the market each vintage cycle, and the category continues to trend upwards nationally and internationally. Texas is well suited to be a domestic leader of dry rosé that can compete for the 32% increase in market value the category experienced in 2015 alone. Dry Rosé is a category that Texas can produce with consistent quality each year and has the means to scale production as needed to meet a larger state and national demand, thanks to the availability of affordable land.

Sparkling Wine – Lets not forget that sparkling wine was first made in a warm region (Limoux appellation of the Languedoc) several hundred years before it was made purposefully in Champagne. Sparkling wine is a category we haven’t seen much of in Texas, but this is poised to change; you can expect Blanc du Bois to play a significant role in this category.

The Take Away Ultimately, here’s what you need to know about Texas wine as it stands today. In our 385 year history of making wine in Texas, the wines have never been better. They’re more expressive, more rooted to their place, and

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the sophistication they’ve reached is more appreciated and sought after than ever before. The Texas wine industry is advancing at every level. Growers both big and small are not just farming grape vines, they are wine growing with a focus on site specific plantings, and meticulous vineyard and crop management. Producers are simply crafting better wines, with access to better quality fruit, better understanding through experience and continued learning and better tools and resources in the form of equipment, academic and research support, and maturing industry services. You’ll see it even when you visit tasting rooms - that experience is being elevated, with less gift shop and more focus on the wine.

Today, you can find an affordable bottle of Texas wine at the grocery store that competes with any same-priced, same-style world wine. The real gems, though, are out at the wineries. Guides like CRUSH Magazine and the Texas Wine Journal can help you navigate the now more than 50 wineries scattered across the Texas Hill Country.

My hope is that reading this article gets you excited about trying more Texas wine. Get out to a local winery and start your sipping adventure, or ask about Texas wines at your favorite grocery store or restaurant. With so many varietals and styles being produced, you’re sure to find one that fits your preference. And you won’t be alone out there

- you’ll join all the other Texas wine fans, and thousands more each year. So, step up to take part in the story and history unfolding in front of our eyes - out in the vineyards, in the cellars and tasting rooms across the great state of Texas.

SOURCES Simons, Helen and Cathryn A. Hoyt, eds. Hispanic Texas: A Historical Guide, University of Texas Press, 1992. “The Spanish Missions in Texas” by Robert S. Weddle Stephens, A. Ray and William Holmes, Historical Atlas of Texas, University of Oklahoma Press, 1989. “Spanish Missions.”

Brager, D. “US Wine Consumer Trends – Battle for the Next Pour.” 11th Annual Wine Market Council Research Conference on U.S. Wine Consumer Trends. Jan. 25, 2016. New York, NY. Gillespie, J. “Overview of US Wine Industry.” 11th Annual Wine Market Council Research Conference on U.S. Wine Consumer Trends. Jan. 25, 2016. New York, NY. Wine Institute. “US/California Wine Production.”

Statistics. Wine Institute, Revised on July 8, 2016. San Francisco, California.

Andy Kiersz. “The States That Love Wine The Most.”

Business Insider, March 6, 2014. New York, NY. Texas Alcohol Beverage Commission. “Per Capita Reports.” Reports. Texas Alcohol Beverage Commission, Dec. 1, 2016. Austin, Texas.

Daniel Kelada is Board President and Tasting Director at the Texas Wine Journal and VP of Sales at Vinovium in Johnson City, TX

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Fruity White

Basil, Chervil, Chives

Kiwi, Grapefruit, Papaya

Feta/Chevre (goat)

Dry White or Light Red

Chives, Dill, Oregano

Figs, Strawberries, Peaches

Mozzarella

Fruity White or Fruity Red Basil, Garlic, Oregano

Melon, Peaches or Oranges

Soft-Ripened and Semi-Soft Brie or Camembert

Full Bodied White, Sparkling Basil Chives, Parsley White or Light Red

Pepper Jack Mild Cheddar

Fruity White or Light Red

Sharp/Aged

Mango, Papaya

Accompaniments Hot Sweet Mustard, Peanuts Pistachios Salsa

Walnuts, Dates

Raisins

Muffins, Nut Breads, Fruit Breads Pita, Bread sticks, Rye Toast Water Crackers or Flat Bread

Mustard, Prosciutto, Black Olives

Melon, Strawberries & Grapes

Melba, Crusty Bread

Almonds, Dried Fruits

Jelly or Preserves Olives, Walnuts, Dried Apricots

Havarti

Fruity White or Light Red

Dill, Sage

Plums & Black Grapes

Water Crackers, Rye

Almonds

Mild Provolone

Light Red

Basil, Chevril, Marjoram

Pears, Grapes & Figs

Bread Sticks & Flat Bread

Olives & Grape Tomatoes

Semi-hard to Hard Bleu Cheese

Reisling, Light Red or Hearty Red

Bay, Basil, Tarragon

Pears, Pineapple & Apples

Water Crackers & Crusty Bread

Walnuts & Dried Fruits

Fontina

Fruity White or Light Red

Plums, Grapes

Gouda Baby Swiss or Aged

Light Red Fruity White or Light Red

Chives, Basil Basil, Rosemary, Thyme Chives, Sage & Thyme

Hard Parmesan

Red or Dessert

Basil, Chives

Asiago

Fruity White or Light Red

Arugula, Basil

Melon, Strawberries

Romano

Hearty Red or Dessert

Basil, Parsley & Thyme

Peaches, Figs & Melon

Cherries & Apricots

Water Crackers, Wheat Crackers Flat Bread, Rye, Pumpernickel

Apples & Pears

Rye & Pumpernickel

Mustard & Pecans

Grapes & Plums

Crusty & Flat Bread

Walnuts & Dried Figs

Crusty Bread & Bread Sticks Crusty Bread, Bread Sticks, Flat Bread

Cashews & Macadamia Nuts Mustard

Pistachios & Dried Figs Chives & Dried Fruits

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