10/10 Try the old…read morefashioned! The best I've ever had! Also had the goat cheese with the bone marrow...wow!

We needed to try a winery. This one was open after 6! Super pretty entry and grounds. It looks…read morelike a concert venue. Greeted by friendly staff. We had a flight of reds and the delicious meatballs to accompany. We sat on the breezy porch. Great ambiance!

Only been there once but loved everything! Wine, food, service were all great! Purchased a growler…read morefor refills because we knew we would be returning very soon!

Upon arrival, I wished I didn't come with a full belly. Nevertheless the menu called me: bacon…read morewrapped goat cheese filled dates with rosemary honey dipping sauce, escargot, foie gras (goose liver), chocolate covered bacon, and Fredericksburg Peach Coffee. Paniolo (Hawaiian word for Cowboy) Winery set a new standard for experience. Owners Nancy (bartender) and Orlando (chef/vintner) took every opportunity to stand out amongst every winery that I've ever visited. Don't let the exterior of the building fool you. The space inside was elegantly furnished with historical photos/stories. The wine is made in small batches without sulfites - the stuff that gives you headaches. I embraced the Tempranillo and closed out the night with Peach Coffee that left me with a mission to come out again. I can't wait! Thank you, Macy, Nancy, and Orlando!

I had an incredible birthday wine tasting here! The ambiance was warm and cozy, and learning that…read moreall the wines are women-founded was such a nice touch. Special shoutout to Rachel and Jesea for being so warm and hospitable! 10/10 experience, we'll absolutely be back.

Cozy place with friendly staff. Wines are all made by women winemakers. I enjoyed a Rose' and my…read morewife did a small flight of 3 wines. Prices were reasonable.

Great wine, bourbon, and food. Servers are very helpful and friendly…read more We visited for the Taste of Italy and Texas. Great event. Highly recommend.

On a recent trip to Fred, we decided to branch out and visit Bending Branch Winery in Comfort, TX.,…read moreas it's only about a 45-minute ride from downtown Fred. Bending Branch produces some top-notch wines and Bourbon! The winery is beautiful with multiple rooms, from high tops to comfy chairs. There is also a large patio that has some shade. They have a great family story (check out their website) and a unique way to produce bold wines. Being Kentucky natives, their bourbons are full-bodied and range from great for an old-fashioned to smooth as silk, straight up delicious. We enjoyed our red flight tasting, and yes, their Tannat is superb. Both their 2022 and 2021 Estate were complex, not overly fruity and rich. Their Tempranillo is beautifully balanced with some cherry notes and a fine leathery finish. I did sample their high-rye bourbon and was impressed with its smoothness. So impressed that a bottle now sits in my bourbon cabinet at home. This bourbon is easily sipped straight up or with a single ice cube. Bonus: If you do visit Bending Branch, take a short drive to downtown Comfort. There are some cool stores, and you have to check out the historic Giles Hotel. You can access their beautiful courtyard, and we were told by multiple folks that their breakfast is awesome. We are planning a return trip to check out the other wineries in the area and stay here.

THE BIG: Scenic winery with a modern tasting room and big recreational space. Right off of Texas…read moreHwy 16 and up the street from Augusta Vin. Plenty of parking on premises. THE BLACK AND WHITE: The wife and I came here after one of our pickup parties to check out a new winery. This place is gorgeous and the owners put alot of effort into the vibe of the winery. Invention is under the Heath Family Brands wineries that include Grape Creek, Heath Sparkling, K Estate, and Jenblossom Cellars. We got one of their classic tastings that include 4 pours in which we got to choose. We got 1 white, 1 rose and 2 reds. The white and rose were alright, the tempranillo was the best tasting, however the wines here were just ok. THE FINAL BAMBOO: A tasting was around $30 for the classic. The sparkling wine tour looks fun and that's something I'd come back to see

Another beautiful Heath family winery. The landscaping was amazing and the one tasting room that…read moreare very modern. Our wine flight consisting of two whites and two sparkling whites was a decent value.

This is a fun, casual, totally Texas beer stop located on the Schreiner campus. It's conveniently…read morelocated on a nice little walking trail, so you can stop and get refreshed and head out or hang out for a while when you're done walking or running. They do have a food truck on site and have live music some nights of the week. My pics were taken during their soup contest in February, so the trees aren't green. But it's a charming historic building surrounded by trees and lots of picnic tables to hang with friends. They have local delicious beers on tap and they do have a small wine selection, as well. I love the amber from Pint & Plow. I hear they rotate the beers, so there will always be some new to try. The wait staff is quick and friendly.

Cool atmosphere with indoor and outdoor activities. Live music, food truck, pickleball and most…read moreimportantly, great beer. Max is an interesting, kind and great member of the team who'll take care of you

Located just off the Old San Antonio Road near Fredericksburg, one of the newest wineries has…read morejoined the Texas Hill Country family. This venture has been a dream for owners Mike & Rosann Mitrione. Their first vineyard was established in the Texas High Plains in 2018, where they planted around 15 varietals across 27 acres. In 2021, they began designing and planning their new 38-acre Texas Hill Country vineyard. They started planting their estate vineyard in 2022 and have now expanded to 9 acres of vines including Albariño, Petite Sirah, Montepulciano, Syrah, and Aglianico. Since opening to the public in summer of 2023, they've maintained a steadfast commitment to producing 100% Texas wines. When you enter the tasting room, you will immediately notice the impressive Texas granite structure adorned with a symbol that reflects the Ross family's core values: Faith, Family, Friends, and Fellowship. The two-story, eco-friendly tasting facility is semi-circular and built into the hillside - reminiscent of a piazza in Italy. It has an upscale vibe, high-end design, and comfort in mind lending to its artistic flair. Facing east, the tasting room stays cooler both inside and out, enhancing the experience. Another notable feature are the large tables made from repurposed old pecan trees found on the property. Well known Texas winemaker Tim Drake has been helping in the crafting of some very fine wine here. Most focus has been primarily on Italian style wines which reflects the owner's wine travels. Most grapes are sourced from the High Plains vineyard estate with some future Hill Country estate wines to come. First to sample was the '23 Sauvignon Blanc which is sourced from the High Plains estate vineyard. Citrus & melons will be the first notes to light up your wine palate followed by zesty acidity. The second white wine sampled was the '23 Bisaccia. This Italian style blend, named after Michael's grandfather's Italian town, was crafted with 57% Trebbiano, 39% Albariño, and 4% Pinot Grigio. It is dry with dried apricot notes and minerality. An extra white wine treat was the Windswept. This Rhone style blend (yes, departure from the Italian theme, but that's ok) is a blend of 52% Viognier and 48% Roussanne. It is a lovely lighter Rhone style wine with buttery notes, a tango between apricot and pear, and a hint of minerality. Moving to the Rosé wines, the first to sample was the '24 Sangiovese Rosé. It had a pink colored hue with notes of watermelon and strawberry coupled with good acids. It also had more of a Provence style feel to it for an added pleasant. The next Rosé wine sipped was the '24 Vega. It is Malbec based with some raspberry notes and a nice soft and refreshing feel. Moving into the reds, the first to sample was the '23 Grenache. It was aged in Russian oak (yes, for real), exhibited a deep brick rusty color, lots of good fruit forwardness and a touch of smoke. Next, was the '22 Piazza Rossa. This super Tuscan style wine has 67% Sangiovese, 22% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 11% Merlot. To say it has a big nose is an understatement, but you will also be impressed by its deep dark color, and notes of fig. Plus, the finish is to die for! Saving the best for last red to sip, was the '22 Envisage. This right bank Bordeaux style wine (yes, not exactly Italian, but still great) was carefully crafted with 46% Merlot, 38% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 16% Malbec. It has nice rich dark fruit, some baking spices, good tannins and acidity, and a smooth finish. Overall, it was a very fine and enjoyable tasting session with everything being spot on. When dreams are realized, magic happens. You can see this not only in the quality wines produced, but the tasting room design, décor, and cool vibes. There is a food truck on site that will whip up some good eats to pair with your wine. You will experience great hospitality here as well. The team is very professional, knowledgeable, and attentive to help ensure you have the tasting experience you desire. You will feel well cared for and comfortable here and will want to return. Cheers!

My wife and I spent the evening in Boerne and made a trip to Fredericksburg to get our wine…read moreshipment from another vineyard. We decided to try something new this time around. We were kind of concerned as it is in the opposite direction of all the other places. Upon arrival we were greeted by the host in the outside foyer and taken to our table ( they take reservations but we did not have one). We were sat and promptly greeted by our server. She explained the options for tasting to us and informed us that there was a food truck onsite as well. We opted to do the red wine tasting . The tasting started with a Grenache ( full bodied, very fruity but not sweet) the grapes really shine, next was the Sangiovese which was even better. We went through a series of 5 wines that all were made with exceptional care as none were left to waste. My favorite was the 1 Sangiovese, 2 Grenache, 3 Tempranillo. We also purchased a pizza from the food truck onsite. It was a margarita pizza ( large enough for two to share as a medium snack). If your hungry you made need more. They have more than pizza as well. We bought a bottle of Sangiovese and will definitely return. Excellent live performer and extraordinary service !!

The wine was delicious, the owner was not only knowledgeable, but knew how to teach.... Very…read moreenjoyable experience. We bought a case to bring home. Ask about the history of her girls ....

We bought tickets for a "Comedy Show" to be held there Saturday 5/9/26. The Show was great. The…read moreroad, from the main road to the winery, was very rough. Several guests were commenting on the difficult drive...which is a few miles in. We paid for a glass each of the winerys wine. Then we paid $20/each for their Buffet featuring and unplugged crackpot full of bits and pieces of olives, marinating in an uneatable liquid, uneatable hummus, stale little crackers, cut up veggies, candied spicy cold bacon, flat bread with toppings made way ahead of time (which wasn't bad) and a bowl of nuts. We felt badly for the teenagers in charge of serving the buffet. They didn't have enough serving utensils, the young man picked up crackers with his fingers for us. Parking was down the hill then we walked up the rough dirt road to the venue. Lots of folks we dressed in nice shoes and casual evening wear, not prepared for a hike. They were pretty unorganized concidering they probably wanted to put the best foot forward for future events.