The Lone Star State benefits enormously from the recent explosion of wine tourism and our state’s wine trails are helping lead the way! Wineries attract visitors to destinations all over Texas and that’s a real boon for merchants, hotels, restaurants and other businesses in those areas.
Wine festivals and regional wine trails draw large crowds and the result is very positive for the Texas economy. Our wineries are wonderful entertainment destinations for the people of this state and they’re easily accessible from any part of Texas. Visiting a nearby winery is an outstanding, economical choice for any Texan seeking an enjoyable day trip or a weekend retreat.
Below are links to some of the wine trails across Texas!
Wine Trails
Texas Hill Country Wine Trails Texas Bluebonnet Wine Trail Grapevine Wine Trail Way Out Wineries Wine Trail (WOW)LocalWineEvents.com
Check out this site for other events in your area.Ongoing Events:
Music at KE Cellars. Tyler
The pairing of music and wine is perfect at KE Cellars. Music is featured in the Grande Cellar Tuesday - Saturday nights from 6 - 9 pm. Cellar snacks and wine by the glass or bottle are available for purchase to accompany the music. For more information visit the web site at www.kiepersol.com/calendar/index.shtml or call (512) 249-6300.
Tree House Bistro at Lost Creek Vineyard, Sunrise Beach
The Tree House Bistro is now open Tuesday - Saturday, 5 - 10 p.m.; Sunday, 5 - 9 p.m and for Sunday Brunch, 11 - 3 p.m. starting May 10. Please visit www.lostcreekvineyard.com for menu information, or call 325 388-3753 for reservations.JUNE 2009
June 12 - 14: Texas Folklife Festival, San Antonio
Experience the mouthwatering cuisine, traditional dances, fine-crafted keepsakes, storytelling and music of more than 40 ethnic groups at the biggest three-day cultural celebration in Texas. For more information visit the web site at www.texasfolklifefestival.org.
June 13: Tara Vineyard, Athens
Live Music by Danny Hollis Band. Dinner at 6 p.m. and Music 7-10 p.m. For ticket information visit www.tarawinery.com
June 16: Messina Hof Winery featured at Houston Farmer’s Market, Rice University, West Lot 5
On Tuesday, June 16, at the Tuesday market held on the campus of Rice University, the Bonarrigos will exhibit their award-winning wines and provide attendees with wine samples from 3:30 p.m. -7:00 p.m. The Houston Farmer’s Market has always strived to make locally grown food available to as many consumers as possible. This festival is the perfect event for those who appreciate the wonderful local produce and wines that Texas has to offer. Don’t miss this delectable opportunity to have the freshest homegrown food and local wine.
June 20: Tara Vineyard, Athens
Live Music by Deja Vu. Dinner at 6 p.m. and Music 7-10 p.m. For ticket information visit www.tarawinery.com
June 20: Texas Reds Festival, Messina Hof Winery, Bryan
Come to Bryan and enjoy various wines at the Texas Reds Festival. A free shuttle will be available to take festival attendees to Messina Hof Winery and Resort for tours. The shuttle will run every 30 minutes throughout the day to the winery. Wine tastings will also take place at the HEB Wine Cellar tent located on Main Street. For more information visit http://www.messinahof.com/
June 21: Texas Reds Jazz Brunch, Messina Hof Winery, Bryan
Join us for a brunch at 11 a.m. at the Vintage House Restaurant to relax and celebrate Father’s Day after a fun and exciting festival weekend! The event will feature great food, live music, and of course, world class wines! For more information visit http://www.messinahof.com/. For reservations call 800-736-9463 ext. 234.
June 25: BIBA Networking Event, Messina Hof Winery, Bryan
Join us and enjoy delectable hors d'oeuvres from the Vintage House Restaurant, featured Messina Hof wine, and great conversation! For more information visit http://www.messinahof.com/.
June 27: Tara Vineyard, Athens Summer Nights, Athens
Live Music by Wendy Colonna. Dinner at 6 p.m. and Music 7-10 p.m. For times and ticket information visit www.tarawinery.com
June 28: Structure and Composition of Grapes Wine Appreciation Class, Messina Hof Winery, Bryan
Those who attend will discover the composition of each layer inside the grape as well as the health benefits produced by eating them. We’ve all heard of how a glass of red wine is good for the heart, but have you ever heard that grapes my inhibit cancer and Alzheimer’s disease as well? It will also come as a surprise how many products use grapes and grape seed oil as ingredients. During this one-hour class, guests will also enjoy a component wine tasting to learn the effects of acid, tannin, and sugar. For more information visit http://www.messinahof.com/. For reservations call 800-736-9463 ext. 234.
JULY 2009
July 11-12: Grayson County College Enology Outreach Summer Seminar, Llano Estacado, Lubbock, TX and Bingham Family Vineyard, Meadow, TX
Topic: Understanding Your Wine on the Vine – Berry Sensory Assessment (BSA)
- Speakers: Dr Erika Winter, GrapeLinks, Australia and Dr. Roy Mitchell, Winemaker Homestead Winery, Ivanhoe, TX
Seminar cost is $150. Register early, due to this being a hands-on workshop, space will be limited. To register contact the Center for Workplace Learning at 903-463-8765 or 903-463-8731.
July 12: Cooking Party with the Chef, Messina Hof Winery, Bryan
The Noble Noodle, our Executive Chef at The Vintage House Restaurant, is dishing out his best tips, tricks, recipes and techniques. And, of course, don’t forget World-Class Wines! For more information visit http://www.messinahof.com/ or call 800-736-9463 ext. 234.
July 17- August 16: 2009 Summer Harvest Save the Date, Messina Hof Winery, Bryan
Harvest is an exciting five-week celebration featuring a wide variety of food and wine events including the Moonlit Harvest, Harvest, Harvest Murder Mystery Dinners, and the Harvest Vintner’s Dinner each weekend. For more information visit http://www.messinahof.com/ or call 800-736-9463 ext. 234.
July 18: Murder Mystery Dinner, Messina Hof Winery, Bryan
Theme: "Celebrity Celebration"s. For more information visit http://www.messinahof.com/ or call 800-736-9463 ext. 234.
July 24: Harvest Vintner’s Dinner, Messina Hof Winery, Bryan
For more information visit http://www.messinahof.com/ or call 800-736-9463 ext. 234.
July 25: Murder Mystery Dinner, Messina Hof Winery, Bryan
Theme: "Murder on the Mound". For more information visit http://www.messinahof.com/ or call 800-736-9463 ext. 234.
July 31: Murder Mystery Dinner, Messina Hof Winery, Bryan
Theme: "Murder of the Mateys". For more information visit http://www.messinahof.com/ or call 800-736-9463 ext. 234.
AUGUST 2009
August 1: Harvest Vintner’s Dinner, Messina Hof Winery, Bryan
For more information visit http://www.messinahof.com/ or call 800-736-9463 ext. 234.
August 8 : Murder Mystery Dinner, Messina Hof Winery, Bryan
Theme: "Murder on the Prairie". For more information visit http://www.messinahof.com/ or call 800-736-9463 ext. 234.
August 14 : Murder Mystery Dinner, Messina Hof Winery, Bryan
Theme: "1950s Themed". For more information visit http://www.messinahof.com/ or call 800-736-9463 ext. 234.
August 15: Grayson County College Enology Outreach Summer Seminar, TV Munson Viticulture and Enology Center, Denison, TX
Topic: Roadmap to Developing a Commercial Winery and Vineyard
- Speakers: Bob White, Owner/Winemaker, Texoma Winery, Whitewright, TX, Dr. Charles McKinney, Grayson County College
Seminar cost is $100. To register contact the Center for Workplace Learning at 903-463-8765 or 903-463-8731.
August 1: Harvest Vintner’s Dinner, Messina Hof Winery, Bryan
For more information visit http://www.messinahof.com/ or call 800-736-9463 ext. 234.
August 16: Grayson County College Enology Outreach Summer Seminar, TV Munson Viticulture and Enology Center, Denison, TX
Topic: Legislation/Regulation Implementation, Compliance and Reports Workshop
- Speakers: Gabe Parker, Owner Homestead Winery, Ivanhoe TX, Chairman TWGGA Legislative Committee
Seminar cost is $45. To register contact the Center for Workplace Learning at 903-463-8765 or 903-463-8731.
OCTOBER 2009
October 9-11: Gruene Music & Wine Festival, New Braunfels
This is Americana event benefiting local charities features the best in live Texas music and the best in Texas food and wines at Gruene Hall and The Grapevine. All three days of the Gruene Music and Wine Festival will be filled with vintner and music events, wine and food sampling, and the Great Guitar Auction. For more information visit us at www.gruenemusicandwinefest.org. Contact us at info@gruenemusicandwinefest.org
October 10: Kiepersol Estates Harvest Festival, Tyler
Plan to be at the 10th annual Harvest Festival and Grape Stomp in the vineyard. Great family fun and music in the vineyard. Bring your lawn chair and stay a while. No food or drink may be brought in. You must be 21 to purchase or consume alcohol. For more information visit the web site at www.kiepersol.com/winery/harvest_fest.shtml.