If you're visiting Fredericksburg and don't stop by Safari Winery, you are seriously missing…read moreout--especially if you get the chance to meet Peggy! Peggy absolutely MADE our experience unforgettable. From the moment we walked in, she greeted us like old friends and brought such warmth, humor, and genuine passion to the tasting. You can tell she truly loves what she does, and that energy is contagious.

We loved this place!…read more We'd stopped here on a previous visit and enjoyed it, so we figured we'd try it again - this time with our small older dog. Safari Winery is dog-friendly. They have a lot of outdoor seating - all of which is suitable for dogs. We took advantage of that. Tinker loved being with us and she enjoyed the space. As the sun got more intense in our outdoor space, we asked if we could bring little Tinker indoors. They said 'yes'. They were so kind about it. It helps that Tinker is a small dog and super friendly and a non-barker. Joslyn was our server and she was very kind and helpful. On our next visit to Fredericksburg, we'll definitely be back to Safari Winery.

This winery (actually a tasting facility) is a little different from the normal wineries in and…read morearound Fredricksburg. It doesn't offer any Texas wines. All of their wines are brought in from Italy from a family winery in Tuscany. The Andreucci family has been making wine for over two centuries. According to their history, in 1810 the quartermaster for the French Army purchased wine from the Andreucci family to serve Napoleon's troops while they were in Italy. A reproduction of the receipt issued by the French Army is shown on the label of a number of their wines. Even back then they had a reputation for making exceptional wines. The facility is small and very bright and open, with a bar for tasting and seating ares as well. It is adjacent to the Alstadt Brewery along 290 and easy to get to. Plenty of parking is available as well. We were greeted by a lovely Italian woman (Erica) who served as our sommelier. She was an energetic and vibrant person who fully described all the nuances of each of the 5 wines we tasted. While some wineries offer a pre-defined list of tasting options, Andreucci has you select 5 wines from their entire offering list. I am more of a red wine drinker (though I do also like some whites) and my wife prefers whites, so it made for a nice option to be able to select what we wanted individually. I selected the Black Label Cabernet, Montepulciano, Merlot, Chardonnay, and Grillo. My wife also chose the Chardonnay and Grillo, as well as the Donna Alma, Primitivo, and Prosecco. Erica even brought out a sample of some amazing cheese to try with the red offering. Perfecto! All the wines we tasted were very good, and we settled on purchasing a bottle of the Black Label Cabernet and one of the Grillo. They offer a wine club membership (as most all wineries do now) and offer a red club, white club, and premium club option. No membership fees. We will definitely return to this lovely location and try some additional wines next time!

I used to go to their old location, centrally located in Fredericksburg. The samples of 5 wines…read morewere more generous, and the staff was friendlier. There was more care given to customers. I guess since they moved, their numerous customers have followed them, as the new building ( very nicely done) can take more people now. I'm sure they have their familiar faces who got larger samples, as I noticed. When brought to the attention of the person who appeared to be in charge, he just said," I would have to charge you more, if you want more." It was perhaps meant as a joke, but I didn't think it was funny. While the wine is good especially Nobilo Black Label, this kind of business should never consider a walk in as inferior customer. EACH customer is a potential return customer, a potential member of their elite "wine club"....! One can never assume .... They have enough business that my negative comment will not affect them. After 5 years of visiting this winery, I will go elsewhere.

What a great find of a winery along the Fredricksberg wine trail! Alexander Vineyards stands out…read morefor their excellent wines and beautiful surroundings. Our server, Madelyn gave us personal attention, serving us while we enjoyed the view from the patio. The wines are from grapes from Europe (France, Germany, Austria, Spain) barreled and bottled there, then flown all the way to this winery. I had a glass of Crianza (Tempernillo from Roja, Spain). Very good! Ambience is calm and mellow. Next door is a fenced area that was full of colts and their mommas. Adorable! Inside tasting room is contemporary with a clean and welcoming design. With so many wineries to choose from in the area, Alexander Vineyards is a true winner!

Interesting little gem along grape highway. We were looking for a quiet, nice ambience and good…read morewine on a Saturday which in any wine country area is known as big money day. That means busy busy busy. Fortunately we hit at a good time. Not too busy and at an easy going pace. Self admitted wine snob that I am i prefer to choose a glass over wine tasting. We looked over the lineup and the Montepulciano 2022 was calling me. My wife latched on to the Tempranillo. No grapes are grown here it all happens on foreign ground. From grape to juice to bottle and label. Everything happens in Spain, France etc....interesting concept. We enjoyed our glasses that were served by young Madeline new to the industry and very nice. We were also enjoying new foals/colts on the property next door. Six mother horses and thier babies. The outside patio and grounds are very relaxing. I recommend Alexander Vineyard.

Had another great visit to Barons Creek Vineyards, and it continues to be one of our go-to spots…read morewhen we're in town. Always consistently good. The staff is knowledgeable and they do a great job walking you through the wines and making recommendations based on what you like. We had the Zinfandel and the Sauvignon Blanc--both were excellent. The Zinfandel was bold and smooth, and the Sauvignon Blanc was crisp and refreshing. Honestly, they never miss here. This place nails the Fredericksburg wine country vibe. Relaxed, clean, and just the right balance of upscale and comfortable. It's easy to settle in and lose track of time. We'll definitely be back--this is one of those spots that's reliably great every time.

I had an amazing experience at Barons Creek Vineyards thanks to Mathew Hansen. From the moment we…read morewalked in, he made us feel welcome and taken care of. He was extremely knowledgeable about the wines and explained everything in a way that was easy to understand without being overwhelming. You can tell he genuinely enjoys what he does -- his passion really shows. Mathew took the time to learn what flavors we liked and tailored the tasting to match our preferences perfectly. Every recommendation he made was spot-on, and we ended up discovering new favorites we wouldn't have tried otherwise. He was attentive, friendly, and professional the entire time, making the visit relaxed and fun instead of rushed. If you visit Barons Creek Vineyards, definitely ask for Mathew Hansen -- he truly elevates the whole experience. Outstanding service and hospitality. 5/5 stars!

What a great place to kick up your feet and relax. My husband had a glass of red and I enjoyed the…read moresangria in the mason jar. It was a beautiful day outside, so we sat outside in the courtyard. The man, I can't remember his name, that served us was knowledgeable and friendly! We would definitely go back!

Very good winery tasting room! Family owned and operated, the tasting room serves up good wines…read morefrom Central Texas. The entrance is a bit hidden off of Main Street, in the sense that the signage is almost invisible and the entry gate is non-descript. Let folks know where you are! Sarah was our server today, very knowledgeable and she provided a great presentation of the tasting menu. The wines were good. No whites available today, but the reds were fun. We picked up a candle and a couple of bottles. S good visit, worth your time!

Very disappointed in that Wildseed Farms adds a Tip to purchases made at the gift shop there. I…read moremade two separate purchases; one inside the gift shop and one in the outdoor garden center. Both purchases included a tip, without my knowledge or consent. I emailed them, asking why a tip is automatically added onto the gift shop purchases, and never received a reply. At this point in time, they will no longer get any more business from me.

Finally made the trek over to check out Wildseed Farms. We came across this place accidentally as…read morewe were leaving Enchanted Rock. At that time, there was nothing going on and nothing growing so we decided to come back around when spring was happening. So this time around, definitely more popular, more cars and people wanting to check the place out. Essentially I was expecting this to be more of a field of flowers. But, it's basically that (although there wasn't much of it yet, just some flowers to see) and garden decor, pots, gifts, wine, pickled things, plants and LOTS of wildflower seeds to plant at home. The plants, some were decently priced, most were a little pricier. Just depends on which ones. Majority of the ones we wanted were a little better price wise vs going to home depot, at least we think so! We walked around the adventure trail (since it was free) to get some steps in and have the kids burn some of their energy out while roaming around (minus my toddler, she would want to run away and fast haha so I changed my mind on that idea). The trail itself was open, spacious and a great way to get some fresh air. You can be lucky enough to catch some glimpses of some flowers that could be sprouting out even though there's not much! The shops: they had different types of store fronts, one for food/snack/pickled items alongside a small cafe where you can order beer and wine, another for more accessories, clothing and some planting items too! They had standing wine tasting area near the trail walking area if you want to walk around with some wine. Parking: so much parking, so definitely not to worry although I can image it being more difficult when the flowers really bloom in their field.

Phenomenal service. Barb was kind and knowledgeable about her selection. Truly a one of a kind gem…read morein the Texas Hill Country and a must-stop on the 290 wine trail. Do yourself a favor and stop in.

Was supposed to open at 12 noon/ we stayed until 12:40 and finally just said "screw it" and left…read more We weren't the only customers waiting. The sign said 12ish. 1240 isn't 12ish! Rude! Who knows what time they really opened. We left! Uggggh!!!!

We had a lovely wine tasting experience for our party. The staff member was wonderful, and she went…read moreout of her way to accommodate us, despite her being very busy with everything else going on in the winery. The wines were largely quite tasty. There were a couple that we did not like, but that's the whole point of a tasting. They have a lovely, sweet one that is like winey ice cream in a glass (my favorite). They also have great reds and drys. A great stop for sure!

This wine tasting exceeded our expectations. We had a lovely time there tasting all the wines…read more Bruce gave us great service and taught us many things about TX wine making. We left with 6 bottles if that tells you anything about how much we enjoyed the wines.

Apparently singing "friends in low places" in a baritone will get you asked if you are sober enough…read morefor another glass of wine. The two stars is NOT for the piano player Pierson Keating, who is great, for whom I would give 5 Stars. For clarification I have had a total of 3 glasses of wine since noon and it's currently 7 o'clock and I am writing this review as I am leaving. I have a strong understanding of TABC rules and regulations, and this question was misplaced and pretty rude. Pierson, the pianist, asked my group to sing a song we requested because he was unsure of the lyrics, then the staff asked the group to sit down. Not sure if this place is catered to the older crowd or just not accustomed to having girls who like to have a good time, but I wouldn't come back here if you payed me. Staff 2.7/10. Food 6.7/10. Pianist 10/10.

Cannot recommend this place enough! Comfy interior with a great piano bar. Booked for a party of 14…read morewell in advance and we had a "private room" right off the main room with the piano. They offer various wine flights and light bites which were all delicious. Great service and a great atmosphere right off Main Street.

My husband and I stopped for wine tasting at Longhorn Cellars via the Wine Lover's Celebration…read more Our server, Tim, was excellent. We all chatted with another couple from Houston. The wines were delicious. We also ordered the Texas Dipper to share as we enjoyed our wines. Everything was delicious. The sandwich was awesome. Will definitely be back!

Such a relaxing environment to enjoy some wine! We were actually going to visit a different winery,…read morebut I saw Longhorns Facebook page stating they were having a happy hour special during the week and decided to stop by! Glad we did! Tim was so funny and welcoming! If you get hungry, you can order food. . Their wines are also great, we bought 2 bottles!