Ever heard of Alta Marfa? I’m not surprised if you haven’t. I didn’t either until, in 2022, when I met up in Fredericksburg with friend, Mason wine grower and winemaker Dan McLaughlin (Robert Clay Vineyards) […]
Just in time for spring, Messina Hof Winery’s Vintage House welcomes guests to try its revamped menu, that continues the tradition of its renowned Vineyard Cuisine™. […]
Don’t know about Picardan? Don’t worry… just read on. Recently, we were staying at the Resort at Fredericksburg in a Tiny House B&B, one of many situated there, on the shore of the Pedernales just […]
Why was I not surprised when Bending Branch Winery owner Dr. Robert Young, known by many as simply Dr. Bob, invited me to stop by for a tasting of wine he said, ”was made from […]
Let’s not forget the whites made from Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon for both dry and sweet wines.They offer a lot for Texas Wine drinkers. […]
Through the years, Bob and Jeanne were a team in the tasting room, appearing at wine and grape growing meetings, pouring wine at festivals, and submitting wines to competition. In April 2022, Pleasant Hill Winery celebrated its 25th Anniversary as the oldest modern-day winery in Washington County. […]
Lead photo – Dr. Bob Young, owner Bending Branch Winery. The Advanced Course extends the series of classes that were initiated in Level 1 but features more in-depth information on the wine regions of Texas, their characteristics, and their unique wines and styles. Your instructor, who is also the course developer, is Dr. Russ Kane of VintageTexas.com. […]
From January 30th-February 24th (2023), ticket holders will be able to experience 40+ unique Texas Hill Country Wineries on this self-guided tour centering around Valentine’s Day. […]
This Malbec from Bending Branch Winery tops off my list for its overall drinkability and enjoyment. In a close second in 2022, I’m most impressed with the growing and winemaking efforts of Dan McLaughlin at his Robert Clay Vineyards in Mason. […]
Many wine aficionados haven’t had the opportunity to taste wine made from the Graciano grape and some have never even heard about it. Furthermore, some have had Graciano, and didn’t know it. Sound weird? Why […]