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Discover Texas Winemaking
Texas wine is delicious and diverse, thanks to the state’s varied climate, soil, and topography. From bold reds to crisp whites, there is a Texas wine for everyone. And with prices that are competitive, there is no reason not to try a bottle.
The history of Texas wine making and grape growing is important because it tells the story of the state’s diverse winemaking culture. From the early days of Spanish missionaries planting grapes in the 1600s to the modern era of award-winning wineries, Texas wine has come a long way.
Visiting a Texas winery or vineyard is a great way to spend a day with friends or family. It’s also a great way to learn about Texas wine and support local businesses. So what are you waiting for? Start exploring Texas wine today!
Texas Wine by the Numbers
Texas has a long history of producing wine.
600+
Wine Producers
14,000
Vineyard Acres Planted
5th
Wine Producing State
$24B+
Total Economic Impact
136,700
Jobs Supported
2.64M
Annual Visits to Wineries
Wine Regions of Texas
Texas is home to eight AVAs, or American Viticultural Areas. These regions are defined by their unique climate, soil, and topography, which all contribute to the flavor profile of the wines produced there.
“What’s coming out of Texas these days is amazingly good. The wines we’re producing can stand up on the world stage and hold their own. The Mediterranean-style grape varieties that have been embraced are flourishing. Wines like the viognier and the marsanne roussanne have won international competitions and are absolutely stunning.”
— Guy Stout, Master Sommelier (The Dallas Morning News)
Texas Wine News
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Securing Grape Contracts: A grower’s Journey in Texas Wine
Blog contributed by Emily Searle, Agribusiness Marketing and Sales Coordinator, Rowland Taylor Vineyards At Rowland Taylor Vineyards, we are dedicated to the Irreplaceable™ – producing exceptional Texas-grown grapes for exceptional Texas wine. For us, grape growing isn’t just about farming; it’s about fostering relationships, building trust, and cultivating a product that winemakers can count on…
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Supporting Texas Wine’s Growth: Understanding the Farm Winery Permit
By John Rivenburgh, President of Texas Wine Growers April 18, 2025 Texas Wine Growers is a 501(c)(6) non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and protecting the integrity of Texas wine. We strongly advocate for the passage of the Farm Winery Permit bills (HB 3385 and SB 2038). This week, we’re thrilled to announce that the bill…
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Texas sparkling wine: a personal passion turned industry builder
Blog contributed by Seth Urbanek, Director of Special Projects, William Chris Wine Company Thick foam climbed up the wine glasses on an unusually warm winter day in Hye, TX.Sparkling wine made in the Champagne method is a rare sight in Texas, yet the winecritic and the winemaking team were watching two years of work bubble…
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100% Texas wines show up big at Texsom
Blog contributed by Kelsey Kramer, Director of Education, Hill Country Wine Academy Photo credit: TEXSOM and Ahna Hubnik On Monday, February 17, Texas Wine Growers hosted the lunchtime presentation for the TEXSOM Awards judges. Around 100 professionals are invited to judge each year, or alternatively come from multiple states just to volunteer. These same taste-makers…
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The Next Frontier for Texas Wine: Sustainability, Innovation, and Expansion in 2025
Blog contributed by Zinn Brown, Tasting Room Manager, William Chris Vineyards and Proud Advocate Member of Texas Wine Growers As a seasoned wine professional and an Advocate Member of Texas Wine Growers, I’ve had the privilege of watching the Texas wine industry evolve into a thriving community of passionate growers, innovative winemakers, and devoted consumers.…
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What is a Tasting Room?
Blog contributed by Kristen Nelson, Co-owner and General Manager of Ab Astris Winery, Member of Texas Wine Growers One question that frequently comes up in the tasting room is, “Where do you get your grapes from?” While I am not here to write a piece about truth in labeling, I do think an important distinction…
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2024 in Action: Cheers to an Incredible Year with Texas Wine Growers
Blog contributed by Valerie Elkins, Executive Director of Texas Wine Growers, Co-Founder of Texas Wine Auction, Co-Founder of Grafted and Managing Director of William Chris Wine Company It’s funny how a year can go by so quickly! I am sure we all say things like that from time to time, right? Where did the time…
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Harvest and Growing Season Recap
Blog contributed by Tate Gregory, William Chris Wine Company and current Board Member Texas Wine Growers As we settle into the (exceedingly warm so far) Fall here in Texas, growers and winemakers are taking a step back to recuperate following another vintage. Yes, there are tasks to do: bottling and topping in the winery, spreading…
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A Day in the Life of a Winery Owner
Blog contributed by Blake DeBerry, Torr Na Lochs Vineyard & Winery; Past President and current Board Member Texas Wine Growers; Vice President Texas Hill Country Wineries Association As Fall is upon us everyone in Texas is waiting for that first fresh cool day to get out and about. For those Texans who love wine nothing…
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