More than 18 wineries dot the roadway between Fredericksburg and Stonewall, Texas. This stretch of highway is being dubbed, “The New Napa”. The soil and temperatures produce some award winning wine to challenge the Napa reputation.
The Grape Creek tasting room is like entering Tuscany in Texas.
Entrance to Grape Creek Vineyards
Enjoy a picnic on the grounds and ride the tram for a tour of the vineyard. But most of all, relax and taste some outstanding wine.
Hours of Operation:
Mon-Fri 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunday 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
www.grapecreek.com
830-644-2710
Three Texas vineyards supply 4.0 Cellars with outstanding wines: Brennan Vineyards, Lost Oak Winery and McPherson Cellars.
Celebrate at 4.0 Cellars
If you are in search of a great location for that special anniversary, wedding, birthday or a corporate retreat, check out 4.0 Cellars.
Hours of Operation:
Mon-Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Sunday 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
www.fourpointwine.com
830-997-7470
Go where the locals go…Torre di Pietra Vineyards. The Maxwell family has been making wine for over 100 years. Ken Maxwell is especially proud of his Port and Black Spanish grape wines.
Harvesting the Black Spanish grapes at Torre di Pietra
In August, I had the opportunity to watch the harvest of the Black Spanish grapes. If you’ve never seen this process, put it on your bucket list because it is truly one of the most amazing processes.
Hours of Operation:
Daily 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
www.texashillcountrywine.com
830-644-2829
Messina Hof Hill Country Winery
Messina Hof is one of the most awarded wineries. Wine making has a long tradition in this family dating back to the 1800’s in Sicily.
Delicious items at Messina Hof
Messina Hof is an extension of the Bryan locaiton, which began in 1977. If you are looking for a romantic B&B, take advantage of Manor Haus, located on the property.
Hours of Operation:
Sunday – Wednesday 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Thursday – Saturday 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
www.messinahof.com
830-990-4653
