Wine Business News Archives

VintageTexas Cyclopedia of Wine: Grüner Veltliner, it’s now grown Texas roots, but what is it?

July 22, 2023 admin 0

Until earlier this year, Grüner Veltliner was not in my Texas wine lexicon. But, there it was. My first thought was how could this be so?After all, Austria is a cool winegrowing region, right? Texas is actually the opposite, being described politely as a “warm” winegrowing region, and less than politely as just “damn hot”. […]

Registration Last Call for What Students Call the “Simply Perfect” Specialist of Texas Wine Level 1 Class this September Live Via Zoom

July 10, 2023 admin 0

Want to know more about the Texas wine industry, history, its evolution and how to pick the best Texas wines? Well, now it is easier than ever to get certified as a Specialist of Texas […]

Texas Winegrowers It’s Time to Report for the Good of Your Industry: 2nd Texas Crush Report and Vineyard Production Survey

May 2, 2023 admin 0

This is a reminder to Texas winegrowers to please fill out the second Texas Crush Report and Vineyard Production Survey for the good of the Texas Wine Industry. Individual responses will be kept confidential by Texas A&M. […]

Fall Creek Vineyards Tasting Stop: 2021 Lescalo Rosé, a Tasty Low Alcohol Option for Your Spring and Summer Wine Enjoyment!

April 25, 2023 admin 0

The Fall Creek Vineyards 2021 Lescalo Rosé follows the release of their Lescalo Chenin Blanc introduced in 2020. This Rosé is produced and bottled at 9.8% alcohol by volume and made in response to the increasing demand from people who want to enjoy a full-flavored wine while maintaining a healthy focus by tempering alcohol consumption. […]

New Texas AVA Petition “HICKORY SANDS” Deemed “Perfected” Paving the Way for First New Texas AVA since early 2000s

April 25, 2023 admin 0

Establishing the Hickory Sands AVA would support the growth of the Texas wine industry by highlighting the quality and distinctiveness of wines produced in this area. […]

Texas Hill Country Wineries Tasting Stop at Kalasi Cellars: Five Generations of Agricultural Heritage Continues with Growing Grapes and Making Wines in Texas. Get Ready for Rosé!

April 25, 2023 admin 1

When visiting Fredericksburg these days, it’s easy to miss a tasting opportunity. There is so much going on the Route 290 Wine Road that you may not think to deviate. But, if you do, you will be rewarded by discovering Kalasi Cellars, a boutique winery, vineyard, and tasting room. […]

It’s Time for Your Texas Fine Wine Spring 2023 Road Trip: Plot Your Path and Get Some Fine Texas Wines from Four Wineries and Take in the Sights, Too!

April 25, 2023 admin 1

Need a short break from work? Want to take in the Texas hill country in its Springtime beauty? Want to test out your new muscle car on curvy roads? Want to taste some really fine […]

New Live Specialist of Texas Certification Classes via Zoom: New Advanced Class Sold Out, and a New Level 1 Class Scheduled in May. Prepare to Take the Next Step

April 3, 2023 admin 0

… These classes with the certification authority from the Texas Wine School provide you enhanced Texas wine enjoyment through knowledge and historical insights with a real wine school certification. Nothing to sell you except wine […]

Newsom Vineyards – Part 2: Still On a Roll with Great Red Wines

April 1, 2023 admin 0

in the 1980s, Neal and Janice Newsom started growing grapes on family property in Plains, TX, up on the Texas High Plains. Neal started growing Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot and convinced his father to do the same, and thus, a legend in Texas grape growing was started. […]

Austin, Get Ready… The Texas Hill Country Winery Road Show is Coming to Town!

March 27, 2023 admin 0

I just wanted to share some info with my VintageTexas community. For those of you in the Austin area, the Texas Hill Country Wineries Austin Road Show will be there on Monday, April 17th with details below… WHEN: […]

VINTAGE TEXAS

The Wineslinger Chronicles