Back in 2015, I did a survey of favorite Texas white and red wines. I recently found the images that showed the results from that survey. So, I decided to do it again. But, I […]
On your next Texas Hill Country road trip, there’s a “tasting stop” you need to make. It’s located on north side of Route 290 at the midpoint between Fredericksburg and Johnson City, Texas, a 20-minute […]
Texas Fine Wine is excited to offer again this year their Texas Fine Wine Holiday Pack, if ordered by December 8th, will arrive in time for your for Christmas and year end holiday celebrations. This bundle includes four wines that will marvelously pair with your holiday celebrations and food. […]
All of these wines that Kim thinks are “just right” for Texas had origin stories in the warmer climes of southern Europe, the border of the Mediterranean Sea, or on the Spanish Iberian Peninsula. The reds included Carignan, Grenache, Tempranillo, Sangiovese, and Mourvèdre, and the whites consisted of Albariño Marsanne, Roussanne, Picpoul, and Viognier, followed by several Rosés, one notably from Mourvedre. It was a feast for my palate. […]
Newsom Grape Day is held annually in Plains, TX, the home turf of the Newsom Clan and Newsom Vineyards. This year’s event was either the 36th or 37th annual event held in its modern form. […]
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™. […]
Southeast Louisiana, only a short drive away. It’s a cuisine-rich country that seems to come from half the world away, but it’s actually just next door! […]
Messina Hof is honored to craft and showcase a collection of its wines that pays respect to the brave men and women that served during World War II. […]
What makes red blends so good? Simply put, they can offer an enhanced experience than a most single variety can, and are just so darn versatile. […]
The winery’s name is Saint Tryphon, the patron saint of grape growers and gardeners that lived in the 3rd century. […]