If you're in Blanco or just passing through our small town, you HAVE to stop into Esparanza Winery!…read moreIt's a cozy place to grab a great glass (or bottle) of wine and you'll absolutely LOVE chatting with Owner, Judith. She'll provide you with personalized service and will share the history of her winery, vineyard, and event center (Spring Branch). Esparanza Blanco even has some cute gift items and books to "take one, share one" inside. Gift a bottle of wine to friends and family! Give this cute spot a visit!

Friendly and very knowledgeable about the product.. Read…read moreall the reviews before coming in and I must say they are very accurate ..got us some wine to go and a free taste of all other wines. Thank you

Lovely Atmosophere! can't wait to back!!!! There is a food truck on site which was a treat! the…read morewines were wonderful!

BREAKING NEWS!!!! Adega Vinho on A has opened for business…read more If like me, you're a fan of Adega Vinho than you will be as excited as I am. The new tasting room on Main and Adam's is located two doors down from Martini's Seafood or across from Market Platz on Adam's Street. Andy, Elena, and Michael picked a perfect location. I am able to get a glass to go while waiting on my reservation at Martini's or carry it with me as I tour the various events at Market Plazt. The downtown location has the same vibe as the Stonewall location with a twist. At AVonA you will be able to select from 16 wines from the automated wine dispensery. Each wine is kept at the perfect temperature. EVEN BETTER, is you can select from a variety of 3 different pours. A tasting pour (1.5 oz), glass (5 oz), and a TEXAS Glass (7.5oz). options. Most of the wines you find at the Stonewall location will be available at the tasting room downtown, however I am told that as the bottle new wines and some vintages may only be available at the Stonewall location. If you want to relax and purchase a bottle, that's an option as well. I absolutely LOVE the new location. Having late night hours on the weekends is HUGE for me and those who are looking for a late night location that offers 100% Texas wines. That is one of my favorite things about Adega Vinho. They are 100% Texas and unapologetic. They proudly support Texas Grape Growers but more importantly, they produce excellent wines.

Been to this winery before so brought family during the weekend holiday. Staff are super welcoming…read moreand knowledgeable; not only about their wines, but the terroir and topography as well. Both the indoor and outdoor seating areas provide a relaxing ambiance. They make wines using grapes from their estate as well as Texas regional grapes. The montepulciano and Tempranillo were some of my favorites. My guests enjoyed the blanc and the sparkling ones too. So glad this winery is so close to my home and has already become a local favorite.

Beautiful location just down the street from me. Doggies allowed outside. Delicious reds and…read morewhites. Friendly and efficient service.

First time here and it's actually peaceful! Get here early because spots fill up on the outside…read moreconsidering the views are beautiful. Stop here before heading to other wine vineyards. I was happy with the rip rap choice it was a great taste, light and flavorful, easy to drink while sitting outside. The service was quick when ordering and they stayed away with the occasionally "everything good ". There's dogs roaming around but they are good dogs don't really bother and are super friendly.

The absolute feeling of being at home in this smaller winery in the gorgeous Texas Hill Country is…read moreonly one of the reasons we love it here. The selection of wines, the breathtaking views and the amazing staff are a few of the other reasons we love it here! Some of our favorite charcuterie selections in the region are found here as well!! We recommend it to all of our visiting friends!

I visited this highly rated wine tasting room when I was visiting Boerne for the weekend. I was…read morethe first to arrive around 130pm, but about 4 other couples walked in not 10 mins after me. It was a fairly hot day for the end of winter, so I chose to sit inside. They have a handful of high top tables and about 17 different wines on the tasting menu. The prices for the bottles range from $24 - $165. One interesting note, the grapes are currently grown in Lubbock due to the water shortage in this area, but they have some vines that are being replanted on this property so maybe in a few years they will be ready. They do have some snacks to try/purchase in the cold case, and more dry snacks that aren't refrigerated on the other side of the room. Since we hadn't eaten lunch yet, we grabbed a meat and cheese from the refrigerated case for $10 Restrooms are in a side building adjacent to the tasting room building. I tried the El Jardin, Albarino, Cinsaut, Sangiovese, Mourvedre, and Cabernet Franc. We also sampled a 1/2 pour of the Nectar du Terroir which is a fortified dessert wine instilled with brandy. I liked it but just be warned that it is strong at 17%. El Jardin - light white wine easy to drink; would go well with seafood Cinsaut - sort of like a pinot noir but slightly bitter Sangiovese - fruity similar to cinsaut but not as bitter Mourvedre - tasted similar to cinsaut but slightly better Cabernet franc - the best of the bunch, pretty smooth Overall, we enjoyed our experience here but are not huge wine drinkers and didn't really find one we were in love with. We didn't end up taking home any bottles but will always enjoy the memories. One note, their wine is reportedly not sold at liquor stores, but it is sent to select wine bars throughout Texas, so you may find it in your town; otherwise, the only other ways to get it is through their website, or by visiting the tasting room just outside of Boerne. They do not have a tasting room in Lubbock where the grapes are grown.

Terrific views while enjoying a great bottle of Texas Albariño at Saint Tryphon. Truly charming…read moreambiance sitting on the patio outside the small tasting room enjoying the hills and the roses and the sun lowering late in the afternoon. The owner/winemaker and his wife were incredibly hospitable and kind. One of our favorite stops along our journey through Boerne and Fredericksburg.

I've passed by this place a couple of times, and since we were glamping in Blanco over the weekend,…read morewe decided to give it a shot. Glad we did! Arrived on a rainy Saturday to a very welcoming bunch. Peggy met us at the door and said to sit wherever and they would come to us. Made our way to a cozy table and Connie came over with bottled water, a tasting menu, and a great smile. She went over options, asked about what we like, and we settled on a nice bottle that we could both drink and enjoy. By then, the owner, Pat, was set up and started playing guitar...he's a pretty good picker...and he sings about as well as I do...but still very entertaining. Great guy to talk with... Peggy did take me on a mini tour of their production facility...would classify this place as a nano winery...small batches done in a not so traditional way...mostly West Coast grapes and made in single batches and aged in carboys. The results speak for themselves...damn good wine at fair prices. Great venue...too bad it was dumping down rain...they have a couple of pergolas out back as well as lots of open seating..next time. When we finally had to go...2.5 hours later, we felt like they were family...very genuine people who love what they do and have a passion about their products.

Everything was great ! We decided to stop by since we were in the area for our Anniversary trip. My…read morewife is not big on bold and dry wine so I think the selections here were perfect for her. Sam was taking care of us and she was the best. We appreciate your hospitality and great service yesterday. Sam was very passionate about her job. We will be back soon for my wife birthday! If you are in the area please stop by.

Our first stop for the Wine Lovers Celebration 2026. We arrived just a little after it opened on a…read moreThursday so we were the only customers. We were greeted by a staff member at the door as we were climbing the step and taken to the Speakeasy Tasting Room. I opted for the Red Wine Tasting and my husband opted for the Sweet White Tasting. Service and conversation were good. My husband loved his Sweet Whites. Unfortunately for me, the reds didn't meet my love for BIG BOLD Reds. The red wines were very light and the first 2 too tart for my liking. Everyone has their personal preference. It was definitely worth stopping. Tastings were normally $20 per person and we had purchased Wine Lovers Celebration passport for a couple at $100. If you haven't tried the Texas Wine Passport, it is worth the money.

I had no idea this existed in Johnson City!! Such a beautiful vineyard with a great speakeasy they…read morejust added. It adds a nice layer to the normal vineyard, especially since they have later hours. The flatbread pizza was great. The sommelier was so knowledgeable and helpful. And the best Texas wines I've ever had!

Jodi gave us the absolute best wine tour from start to finish! From the moment she picked us up to…read morethe drop-off, everything was seamless and so much fun. We booked a private tour and had full control of the music, so we were able to jam out and enjoy the ride together. Jodi went above and beyond by providing cold water and a beautiful, delicious charcuterie board during our second stop. All of our tastings were included in the package, and at every winery we visited it felt like we were VIPs. Everyone knew Jodi, and the wine pours started right away when we arrived! She kept us perfectly on schedule while still letting us relax and enjoy the experience. Jodi also doubled as our group photographer and captured some great snapshots from our trip. She truly made our girls trip so memorable and fun. Thank you, Jodi! We love you and will definitely be back!

We loved this spot so much we went back two days in a row. Everything we ordered was great…read more Sitting outside was much nicer than indoors. The tables inside are pretty close together.

One trip changed a lot for owners Craig Stevens and Chesney Castleberry. During a safari, they…read morewitnessed the tragedy of rhino poaching, an experience that inspired them to get involved in conservation and create a sanctuary. Their 55-acre property became a home for Blake, their Texas-born rhino. And there is a winery here, too! Since opening in '22, it has become a natural extension of their passion for fine wine and a meaningful way to support their conservation efforts. The estate now includes nearly 10 acres of Tempranillo, Sangiovese, Merlot, & Malbec. With most vines in their 4th leaf, estate TX wines are still on the way, but visitors can already enjoy excellent Texas wines made from High Plains fruit along with South African ones. The McPhersons have helped craft many of the Texas wines, while Dr. Bob Young has contributed red wines aged in Texas oak. A team of South African winemakers helps support wines made from the Stellenbosch, Elgin, and the coastal area. The tasting room and back patio offer spacious seating, beautiful views of the Pedernales Valley, and direct views of Blake. The north-facing wine tasting patio is an extra plus design to have, especially with the Texas summer heat. For your testing selection, you'll have a list to choose from. For this tasting session a mix of South African & Texas (both reds & whites) were sampled. Starting off with the Sumatran Sparkles, this South African sourced bubbly is Pinot Grig based with notes of honeysuckle and citrus. Next from SA was their Wijde Sparkling. This white bubbly was blended with 53% Chard, 46% Pinot Noir, & 1% Pinot Meunier. It expressed itself with a floral aroma coupled with acidity and a bit of pear. Following that were two of the Crash label brands. Both Pinotage based, with the dry version a nice and light easy drinking wine featuring notes of strawberries with bright acidity. The sweet Pinotage bubbly version (lightly sweet) exhibited more of a cream sensation with a touch of cherries. Moving on to white wines, the first sipped was the '24 Albariño. This TX white wine has some good pineapple notes giving a pleasant tropical finish. The next white was the Texas High Plains 2025 Viognier. Sourced from Lahey, this one was quite impressive with apricot and lemon. The next Texas red was the '24 Horn Red Blend. This High Plains sourced fruit, comprised of 40% Malbec, 25% Dolcetto, 25% Sangiovese, & 10% Petite Sirah, had notes of clove and cherry going for it with even tannins and acidity. Texas Mourvèdre has been making big waves in the Texas wine industry, and their 2023 vintage has Grenache blended with it to yield an intense fruit forward wine with blackberry to satisfy the nose and palate. The final TX red wine sampled was the '24 Sangiovese. With cherry, raspberry, and a touch of spice, this classic Italian varietal was quite satisfying. For the South African red wines, the '22 Cab Franc was the first to sip. Part of the winery's Keras collection, this bold wine was loaded with big tannins and had a firm mouth gripper! Following that were two '22 Cabernet Sauvignons. One was also from the Keras collection with deep cocoa and raspberry notes and a fine tannic finish. Not quite as bold, but still big, the other Cab wine displayed more blackberry and plum notes with a bit of leather. Rounding out the tasting adventure was the '23 Five Species. This Bordeaux style blend had Cab Sauv, Cab Franc, Malbec, and some Petit Verdot blended to craft a well-balanced, smooth, and elegant wine to savor all evening. With a long family history in the Hill Country spanning more than a century, Craig & Chesney are adding their own chapter to the region's evolving story. The estate offers one beautiful surrounding scenery, dedicated up-close viewing sessions with Blake, and local artwork displayed throughout the tasting room. At its heart, this place is a true rhino conservation effort, strengthened by excellent wines from South Africa and Texas that help support the mission. It is a unique gem in the Texas Hill Country. Cheers!

This is a must visit in Fredricksberg!…read more The people are so nice and help you pick out a wine based on your preferences. They have an outdoor patio and indoor seating and most importantly a rhino living in the back!

Really enjoyed this winery in JC! Something to keep in mind…read moreis that there is not an extensive amount of indoor seating, plus the outside patio is so nice, so I would highly recommend going on a nice weather day. Service was incredible. We ordered a bottle of rosé for $36 and really appreciated the knowledgeable recommendation of our server. Would definitely go back!

We just had the most amazing, fun, educational visit at Lost Draw Vineyards. We took our friends…read morefrom Boston there for an afternoon of delicious Texas wines and were blown away by the service, hospitality, and great tasting wines. Mark, the Tasting Room Mgr. and our Tour Room/Vineyard Captain, Micah, were so accommodating, generous, and just overall awesome. I've been to many wine tasting room venues and locations in my lifetime and this is truly one of the best experiences. It is a don't miss in the Texas Hill Country! Cheers‼