We had two tastings at Fat Ass, one sweet and one dry. My husband had the dry and I had the sweet…read more Really enjoyed both but I especially want to compliment the lady who helped us. She was great! Her name was Shelllie and was a Sommelier level 2 and really knew her stuff. She was great and we really enjoyed our time there.

If you want to finish having a fun time and do some dancing after wine tasting this is your place…read more They even have a shuttle to take you back and fourth between the brewery also, for the men that don't drink wine. We had a blast we got the frozen margaritas.

Congratulations. Under new ownership since my previous stay and I can't praise your improvements…read moreenough. I had a group visiting from California and they wanted to visit both the California wineries here in Texas, as well as some of the Texas wineries that buy 100% Texas Grapes. During our Main Street tour, we stopped in for a tasting after visiting another 290 winery just down from you. The experience couldn't have been more different. They had a blast and the staff shared her experience/knowledge about her personal favorite wineries in the area. I am partial to William & Chris, Ron Yates, Adega Vinho, Ferris & Fletch, Becker, and Kalasi. However, she recommended several that I hadn't tried or at least not recently. Having individuals in the group that like sweet wines, she knew exactly where to send them. Personally, I tried several dry wines that I really enjoyed. If you have not tried Fat Ass recently or better yet, since the new ownership, I encourage you to drop in for a tasting.

Service was fantastic. We got to personally connect with the vine-tender and she was very…read moreknowledgeable and gave great recommendations for places to try in town. The wine, however, was less than palatable. We tried the sweet tasting, and honestly it was a bit nauseating with all the back sweetening. We decided to try to give it another go and get simple red and white BTG to go, but those were also too sweet for our liking. If you like sugar, this is your place. If you like nice wines, though, I'd skip it.

We may have caught them at a busy time but it paled in comparison to a few other vineyards we…read morevisited on the same day. We signed up for a tasting, and it completely possible that I just didn't know what that entailed, but it was far different from what I expected. Instead of being seated (or doing a standing tasting), we were given drink tickets and told to go outside for drinks. We were given a welcome wine to try with our tickets which I appreciated! When we got outside, we were met with long lines leading to what looked to be a bar with three staff members pouring wine. For the first pour, we were told a little bit about the wine but after that, no one bothered to tell us anything. In addition, the pours were very inconsistent. Some of them were barely more than two small sips while others were far more reasonable. We quickly discovered which staff member was willing to pour more and who he was willing to pour more for (not me lol). The wines themselves were fine but it was difficult to enjoy considering we had to keep getting up to get pours and the drink tickets felt a little like SXSW. We did very much appreciate that they offered actual food unlike many other places in the area!

Talked my husband into taking me to a vineyard while spending the weekend in Fredericksburg. My dad…read morehad told us that he heard good things about Becker Vineyards so that is where we went on Saturday afternoon around 3:30. The drive up to the parking lot from the highway is lovely as are the buildings on the property. We were able to purchase a tasting at the front desk upon arrival and given tickets so that we could get our drinks at the indoor or outdoor bar. The service at both bars was friendly and helpful. There were also a good number of people there that afternoon but it didn't feel crowded and it didn't affect our experience. They had lots of products to browse as well as a small food menu if you were feeling snacky. Overall it was a really nice experience, but, and I want to say this in the nicest way possible, the wine is still Texas wine.

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!!!!

Exploring Austin's Hill Country was one of the best decisions we made when visiting friends in…read moreTexas. There was not enough time to go on a wine tour, so I had to figure out which winery to visit. I wasn't familiar with the area and randomly chose Driftwood Estates, which was a surprising highlight of the weekend! Was this real life?! Was I dreaming?! Standing on top of the hill, I was in deep admiration of the panoramic, gorgeous, and breathtaking views! It made me forget about busy city life and I only wanted to appreciate the beauty of nature and all its glory on such a perfect day (while sipping on a glass of wine)! I really did feel like I was in another world - filled with serenity, solitude and relaxation! We did a tasting and enjoyed the reds, which were more on the dry side, but I didn't mind because I prefer dry red wines. I definitely recommend the Sangiovese and Alamo Red. The bar area was a little crowded that day, so we didn't get to interact too much with the staff to learn more about their other wine offerings. There is a store next to the bar area. You can buy cute wine themed souvenirs for family and friends back home. They also have a small cafe - you can get some light bites and head outside, find your perfect cozy spot, and enjoy those breathtaking views! (Caution: There is plenty of parking at the winery, but please be careful and drive slow because of the bumpy gravel road).

As an Austin Tour Guide I take people out to the Hill Country all the time for wine, beer,…read moredistillery tastings, and barbecue. I've got my favorites and I generally stick with them. Occasionally I'll stop into a new (to me) place and see what they have to offer. On a recent trip, the clients requested Driftwood Estate Winery because they had read a review and wanted to try it. Personally, I am not a fan of their wine but I made a reservation for the 6 of them at 11am and we drove out there on a quiet Thursday. There was only one other car in the parking lot. We walked along the path to the main entrance, admiring the views of the Hill Country from their beautiful and expansive patio. When we approached the desk, one of the more enthusiastic women in our group said, "We're here to taste some wine!" An exceedingly unfriendly elderly lady who looked like the most miserable person on the planet, scowled, "You need a reservation! You can't just come here without a reservation!" (Really? And there's only 1 other car in the parking lot?) Everybody was a little surprised by her attitude and there was a brief uncomfortable pause before I stepped in and assured her that the group had a reservation and gave her the name. They were whisked off to a table by another woman as the first woman muttered something unpleasant under her breath. Long story short-- my guests were less than impressed (with the greeting, the tasting room and the wine) and I can assure Driftwood Vineyards that they've lost at least a couple thousand dollars in any future business from my company. If they haven't already noticed, new wineries are thick on the ground in Driftwood/Dripping Springs. Driftwood Estates is a hard pass. My guests enjoy Fall Creek and Bell Springs much much more.

We really enjoyed it here! Staff was very nice, and the tastings were great…read more My fiance got the Orange Muscat, I got the red tasting. There were things I liked and didn't. It's nice to have true variety in flavors and I really enjoy that about it here. I really liked the Aglianico! I wish they had barstools because you just stand at the bar during your tasting unless you take a seat in the seating area. We like the bar though.

We love Hilmy! It's such a beautiful Winery and the wine is very good. The people there are so nice…read morethat serve you. We go there every time we go to Fredericksburg. We also love that it is dog friendly.

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!

Another visit to Grape Creek "on the square" this .... Good service! Enjoyed our members…read morecomplementary glasses of sparkling on the covered outside patio. Beautiful day, wonderful wines. Not much in the way of food available at this location could be encouraging guests not to stay too long! LOL Recommend this location!

My wife and I enjoyed a great experience at Grape Creek. We loved our time in Fredericksburg so…read moremuch that we decided to check out the Georgetown location as well. Their wine is phenomenal. They provide great service. There's a nice outdoor patio section when it's nice weather outside. We decided to order a charcuterie and cheese board to snack on while we had a few drinks. A great experience overall!

We came in because it was right on Main street…read more A very lovely woman helped us. I was impressed the had a sparkling and was very pleased it was not super sweet but instead very refreshing. We sat inside and wished we could have had a glass instead of plastic. Very enjoyable.

We stopped by the Narrow Path tasting shop on Main Street during a recent stay in Fredericksburg…read more We did the whites/reds tasting, and, IMHO, the wines were just OK. Comparing the selections we tried vs. other TX wineries, the wines at Narrow Path lacked depth and complexity. The server in the tasting room was not really familiar with the wines she was pouring, constantly using her phone to read descriptions of the varietals and tasting notes. The cost of the tasting was reasonable, cheaper than many of the other tasting rooms on Main Street. One positive note about the tasting is you're able to walk with your samples into the shop next door which is owned by the same family, interior door access, don't even need to walk outside! LOL

One of our favorite winery stops in Fredericksburg! All the wines in our flight were good. Would…read moredefinitely be back if in the area.

I stopped in with some family to do a standard wine tasting. The inside of the store front was nice…read moreand clean, but the service here was terrible. The man who greeted us when entering and helped set us up with the wine tasting was friendly. He did a great job. I did not catch his name. Once we walked into the back room to start the tasting we quickly began to be borderline harassed to purchase a wine plan from Floy behind the counter. Half of the words that came out of her mouth were just ramblings about the wine club and why we should do it. Pushing back when we politely declined. I filled out my card to choose the wines I wanted to try, and Floy kept suggesting wines I could try and pouring me thimble sized glasses to sip. I incorrectly assumed she was being friendly and giving some free samples before the tasting. After getting through exactly 4 thimble sized pours of wines I never asked for (and rejecting her push to get me to purchase a wine plan), she suddenly stopped and just stared at us awkwardly asking if we were finished. I thought I still had MY selection for the 34 dollar wine tasting, but I was wrong. Wasn't even worth the argument, and I just left. Floy had the audacity to say to mention her name in a review after. Well, here you go Floy. Your service was not appreciated. Thanks for wasting my time and money. For anyone considering stopping here while visiting Fredericksburg, go elsewere. Plenty of other great places with better tasting wine, nice service, and for a cheaper price.