Mason Revisited – A Trip Report

Texas Wine Lover 7/11 6:22A Neal Addy

Much has been written about Mason, Texas , over the past several years. Yet despite the glowing press and its close proximity to one of the most popular wine destinations in the country, I’m always surprised by the number of folks I meet on my...

DFW Restaurant Week…Restaurants Unveiled Tomorrow, July 10

Crave DFW 7/9 8:49A Steven Doyle

The wait is almost over! The 29 th  annual  DFW Restaurant Week  – North Texas’ largest annual culinary event – is set for this August with more than 140 local restaurants serving up delicious prix...

6 Wineries Within Two Hours for Two-Night Stays from Dallas

Texas Wine Lover 7/9 4:37A Chandler Gibson

We need a break. Summer means holidays, summer weddings, kids on vacation, and don’t even get me started on the heat. Back in February, WalletHub named three cities in Dallas–Fort Worth (DFW) in the...

Kuhlman Estate Elevates the Wine Tasting Experience with Elegant Renovation

Texas Wine Lover 7/4 12:10A Jeff Cope

Press Release Beloved Texas Hill Country winery K Estate (Kuhlman) has completed a highly anticipated renovation, just in time for summer. Nestled along the famed Wine Road 290 between Fredericksburg and Johnson City, the boutique winery now...

West Sandy Creek Winery Debuts Art & Vine: A WSCW Art Market

Texas Wine Lover 7/2 3:21A Kristie Stevens

The proprietors of West Sandy Creek Winery invite you to their first art market on Saturday, July 12, from 1-7 p.m. Art & Vine will feature 15 unique artists from Walker County and the Houston Metroplex, great food from Saucy on the Fly, and...

One Elm Vineyards Grower Profile

Texas Wine Lover 7/1 1:04A Jeff Cope

With deep roots in agriculture and a lifelong commitment to farming, the transition to grape growing was a natural evolution for West Texas grower Brad Stewart. After years in the cottonseed and crop protection industry, he planted his first...

Product Review: VINAER 7 Function Wine Aerator by Vinotive

Texas Wine Lover 6/19 11:57A Jeff Cope

We received the product for review and all opinions are our own. Some links are affiliate links meaning at no additional cost to you, this site may get a small commission if you make a purchase. If you re a wine enthusiast who appreciates both...

The Allure of Bali Hai Resort on Anna Maria Island, FL

Crave DFW 6/19 7:59A Steven Doyle

Welcome to a place where flip-flops count as formalwear and every breeze carries the scent of salt and serenity. Set along 300 feet of sugar-soft Gulf coastline, Bali Hai Resort on Anna Maria Island isn’t just a destination—it’s a revelation....

2025 Decanter World Wine Awards – Texas Results

Texas Wine Lover 6/18 3:01A Jeff Cope

The results of this year’s  Decanter World Wine Awards  (DWWA) were released. They highlight exceptional quality, a record number of first-time wins, rising stars, and remarkable performances from both classic and emerging wine regions. “Winning...

Sonny Rivera Winemaker Profile

Texas Wine Lover 6/17 12:30A Jeff Cope

For this month’s Winemaker Profile, we spoke with Sonny Rivera from Red Rock Vineyards . He is a Texas winemaker whose journey into viticulture was inspired by a life-changing trip to Italy and a desire to create healthier wines using natural...

2025 Sommeliers Choice Awards – Texas Results

Texas Wine Lover 6/13 3:16A Jeff Cope

The 2025 Sommeliers Choice Awards have officially announced this year’s winning wines, delivering a trusted guide for on-premise venues including restaurants, bars, hotels, lounges, and private clubs....

Fredericksburg Food & Wine Festival Lineup and Tickets Now Available for 2025 “Preview Week”

Texas Wine Lover 6/12 6:16A Jeff Cope

Press Release In anticipation of the 2025 Fredericksburg Food & Wine Festival , the Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce has released the official schedule of events for the second-ever “ Preview Week ,” scheduled to take place from July 21st July...

Winery on the Gruene – Revisited

Texas Wine Lover 6/11 7:37A Jeff Cope

Located in the heart of the historic Gruene district of New Braunfels, Winery on the Gruene has been a favorite spot for wine lovers seeking a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. This winery offers much more than just ambiance. They are constantly...

Bending Branch Winery Debuts Wines Aged in Texas White Oak

Texas Wine Lover 6/10 2:11A Jeff Cope

Bending Branch Winery is once again at the forefront of innovation in Texas wine. Known for pushing boundaries with winemaking techniques like cryo-maceration and flash détente, the winery has now achieved a Texas first: crafting wines aged with...

Why Tempranillo Found a Second Home in Texas

Texas Wine Lover 6/5 5:41A Gus Hall

Tempranillo growing in Texas This article comes to us from Spain, the country where the Tempranillo grape was born. Our colleagues at  Winetourismspain.com   share with us why Tempranillo is...