Happen to visit Texas at the best time of the year, when you can experience the beauty of wineries and vineyards all over the area? Do not worry; we’ve listed the best wineries and vineyards in the area. Check out the top 12 best wineries in Texas below.
1. Bending Branch Winery
$$ | 830-995-2948 | WEBSITE
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Let’s kick off our list with the Bending Branch Winery, located at Comfort, Texas. As the house of many award-winning wines, this winery has mastered various innovative wine-making techniques.
Some of their best-selling wines include the 2019 Texas Cabernet Sauvignon, 2018 Tannat, Tallent Vineyards, 2021 Picpoul Blanc, Texas High Plains, and 2020 Tannat Rosé, Silvaspoons Vineyards.
This winery is open from noon to 6 pm on all days of the week, but they do not accept walk-ins and prefer those who make reservations. If you’re planning to schedule a visit here, make sure to check out their website for more information on booking reservations.
2. Spicewood Vineyards
$$ | 830-693-5328 | WEBSITE
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The next winery on our list is Spicewood Vineyards in Spicewood, Texas. Their central belief is that wine is a celebration of life, which is why they want the best for their wines and cultivate the land. You can check out their 2018 Estate Syrah, 2019 Cabernet Claret, or the 2017 Battle of Toro.
When you visit them, you’ll experience genuine Texas hospitality. They are open daily from 11 am to 6 pm. You may also bring your kids or pets when you come; a reservation is preferred for a party of four or more.
3. Kuhlman Cellars
$$ | 512-920-2675 | WEBSITE
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Have you heard about the infamous 290 wine trail in Texas? Well then, you should visit the Kuhlman Cellars, located at the heart of it. They are famous for their wine bundles which you can check out on their website. Make sure to check it out for more information on costs and shipping.
You can book a reservation every Thursday to Friday from 11 am to 6 pm and on Sundays and Mondays from 12 to 5 pm. You can experience many different events such as Day Trips, Behind the Scenes, Stay a While, and Seasonal events.
4. Flat Creek Estate Winery & Vineyard
$$ | 512-267-6310 | WEBSITE
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Experience the beauty and majesty that wine tasting gives off at the Tuscan-inspired tasting room of Flat Creek Estate Winery & Estate.
You can reach this estate within a 45-minute drive from Downtown Austin, where you will see a rich winery in culture and Southern hospitality. You can do many things here, such as an incredible wine-tasting experience, a whole class meal, or a relaxing place to hold events.
Some of the wines you should try are the Reserve Aglianico 2017 and Reserve Pinot Grigio 2019. Check out their website for more information on estate hours and reservation details.
5. Fall Creek Vineyards
$$ | 512-858-4050 | WEBSITE
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Considered one of the pioneers in the Texas Hill wine-growing tradition, you should visit Fall Creek Vineyards.
With a deep-rooted history and no shortage of award-winning wines, such as Mission Cabernet Sauvignon, this vineyard has received international status. It has become one of the most well-known vineyards in Texas Hill. They also offer wine bundles on their site, so check them out whenever you can.
They are open from 11 am to 7 pm on Monday through Saturday and 12 to 5 pm on Sundays. However, check out their site on holidays and special occasions, as they may be closed at these times.
6. Becker Vineyards
$$ | 830-644-2681 | WEBSITE
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Over here, we have the Becker Vineyards, which sit on 56 acres of land at Fredericksburg, Texas. Filled with picturesque fields and grassy lawns, you’ll never run out of things to see here.
Their land is also home to their wine-making facilities. Some of their award-winning wines include Barbera 2019, Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve Canada Family 2017, Malbec Reserve 2019, Jolie 2019, and Prairie Cuvée 2019.
The Estate Winery & Tasting Rooms are available from 10 am onwards on Mondays to Saturdays and 12 pm on Sundays. Tasting rates start at $25 per person, so come and enjoy a great time here.
7. Pedernales Cellars
$$ | 830-644-2037 | WEBSITE
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Located at Stonewall overlooking the Pedernales River valley, Pedernales Cellars is a sixth-generation winery specializing in Rhone and Spanish-style wines.
They have dedicated themselves to producing sustainable wines, as seen in their signature wine collection. Since 1995, this winery has continued to prove each year that they make some of the best wines in the whole of Texas Hill, bagging numerous awards per year.
You can visit them from 10 am onwards on Mondays to Saturdays while they open at 12 pm on Sundays. Reservations are recommended and can be done through their website, especially if you’re visiting with family.
8. Messina Hof Hill Country Winery
$$ | 830-990-4653 | WEBSITE
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Another winery in Fredericksburg, Texas, is the Messina Hof Hill Country Winery, which sits on 10 acres of land.
Up to this date, it is known to be the most awarded winery in the entire of Texas, with wines such as the Aggie Network Midnight Yell and Bonarrigo Heritage Reserve. This winery is owned by generations of families that aim to merge New World ambition, Old World hospitality, and Texas grapes’ potential.
Their tasting room is open to the public from 12 onwards, except on Mondays. You may also take advantage of their happy hour from 4 to 6 pm.
9. Signor Vineyards
$$ | 830-304-7446 | WEBSITE
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Next on our list is the Signor Vineyards, run by sixth-generation family owners who display how deeply rooted they are in the wine-making industry.
This 200-acre estate hosts the vineyard where they grow their grapes and their whole wine-making facilities where all the magic happens. You can expect high-quality wines from this vineyard, like the 2020 Tempranillo RV Signor Vineyards.
If you’re hoping to visit them, you may check out their website for more information on how to book your reservations. They are open to the public from 12 pm on Sunday to Thursday and an hour earlier on Fridays and Saturdays.
10. Texas Wine Collective
$$ | 830-997-7470 | WEBSITE
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Suppose you’re looking for a place to enjoy many wines with different variations. In that case, this next winery is the one you’re looking for.
The Texas Wine Collective is where three wineries (Lost Oak Winery, Brennan Vineyards, and McPherson Cellars) come together to exhibit what they could bring to the table. Since 2010, they have opened their doors daily to thousands of customers looking for the authentic Texas wine experience.
The Collective is open daily from 11 am onwards, except on Sundays. This place can also accommodate certain events; ring them up or contact them for more information.
11. Lewis Wines
$$ | 512-987-0660 | WEBSITE
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Lewis Wines is a vineyard and winery located at the heart of Texas Hill. Since its establishment in 2010, this winery has aimed to produce world-class wines with high-quality taste made solely from Texas grapes.
It sits on 100 acres of land in Johnson City, which has everything you could possibly need, from event areas, picnic spots, and tasting rooms where you can enjoy a relaxing time.
Reservation is not needed for a group with less than eight people. However, if your party exceeds 8, you may need to inquire about accommodations. Their tasting room is open from Thursday to Monday.
12. Duchman Family Winery
$$ | 512-858-1470 | WEBSITE
Last but definitely not least is the Duchman Family Winery. The grapes used in the wines they make are sourced from the Texas High Plains AVA to ensure they are grown to their full potential.
Hailed by HGTV as one of the most picturesque wineries in America, it has produced exceptional wines since its establishment in 2004. Some of their notable wines are the 2021 Duchman Family Roussanne and 2017 Aglianico.
Visiting them won’t be a problem since they are open daily from 12 pm onwards. They also have private tours and tasting rooms that can hold various events.
Summary
Now that you’ve reached this point, it’s time to wrap up our list. We hope that you were able to choose some from our list of the 12 best wineries in Texas. If you’ve got time to spare, you can even check out all of them for a better winery experience.
George Moore, co-founder of Wine Flavor Guru, is a charismatic entrepreneur with a rich background in California’s wine industry. Alongside Sylvia, he transformed a Sonoma County vineyard into a source of premium wines. George’s expertise in sourcing exceptional grapes and his approachable style make wine appreciation both accessible and engaging.
