We enjoyed our wine tasting visit with Jeannie. She was very friendly and accommodating during our visit. We love that the wines are 100% estate Texas wines. They have filtered and unfiltered wines, with and without sulfates. I love the philosophy of their wine growing and wine making. Our favorite wines were the Merlot, both 2015 and 2016, along with the RTM and the Sangiovese. read more

Robert Clay Vineyards - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Mason, Texas

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Excellent wine and the staff were very nice. We tried a flight of there reds. Mush stop by to enjoy the winery.

What can I say about Robert Clay vineyards... A phenomenal vineyard with a stellar wine maker! Any of you who have sampled and enjoyed Texas wines need to head to this hidden gem in Mason, Texas!Many of the big Texas wineries have actually utilized the grapes from this incredible vineyard. They have clambered over his fruits and frequently ask for some of his supply. Robert Clay vineyard is now making their own wines with these amazing grapes. They are releasing incredible wines that have been barrel-aged for countless months. These premium boutique wines are truly amazing and are very limited in their production. The winemaker Dan has established a natural growing technique combined with a clean and pure wine making process that is producing some of the very best wines in Texas! The Touriga is truly amazing and is being featured at the renowned Chris Shepherd's Wild Oats Restaurant in Houston, Texas. My favorites are the Touriga, the Merlot, and the RTM. Take my advice and try them while they still have a supply!!! read more

Robert Clay Vineyards - Wine list - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Mason, Texas

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What a gem! We made a trip to Mason, and it was definitely worth it. We enjoyed the intimate private wine tasting experience with the wine grower who also happens to be the wine maker! This unique educational experience gave us in depth insight into the process and allowed us to taste some marvelous wines! We left with 3 bottles I highly recommend making this stop on your next wine venture. Don't hesitate to book your private wine tasting ASAP! read more

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Excellent wine with excellent service. Will definitely be going back if we're ever near Mason again.

Wonderful people, wonderful wine, and a wonderful environment. Couldn't ask for a better experience.

Robert Clay Vineyard is our favorite place to go for date night! It's hard for me to pick a favorite wine, I love the 2015 Merlot and the Sangiovese they also have the best Chardonnay ever! Of course the atmosphere is great. We love Dan and Jeanie! read more

I stumbled upon this winery by mistake, having to use the bathroom. Since I was there, the wine hostess told me about how their wines were barreled outside vs. inside. She was extra passionate about the uniqueness of her story which prompted me to try their port wine- a sweet, dessert red, my favorite. Immediately, I was sold on the rich, quality of this wine. I was so fascinated, I forgot my credit card in the credit card machine. Lol. Thank you for running it out to my car!! Lastly, the bible verse on the bottle was extra special! read more

When one sees Robert Clay Vineyards (RCV) as the fruit source for a Texas wine, then you know for sure exceptional quality is in store. For the few Texas wineries that have had this fruit in their wines, you know what "damn good" is! Now with their own tasting room in Mason, Texas, one can taste RCV wines and truly appreciate what greatness is. Mason County has been known as one of those special unique places for Texas high quality grape growing within the Texas Hill Country AVA. Originally planted in 1996 by Paul and Nancy Buist, Robert Clay Vineyards (named after their two sons) sits within one of those ideal microclimate locations for vineyards. Located along Hickory Sandstone formation, the soil, climate, and 1700ft+ elevation have been ideal for key varieties. During the "pioneer" days of Texas grape growing, The Buists planted 16 acres on their 50-acre land, most notably planting Touriga National. Dan McLaughlin came along in 2012 and assumed caretaking that the vineyards badly needed. By cutting back the vines and focusing on natural farming practices, the grapes being yielded are out of this world. Dan added some more vinifera bringing the vineyard sections up to about 20 acres. In addition to Touriga and the original plantings, he is growing Chardonnay, Viognier, Barbera, Cabernet, Merlot, Mourvèdre, Grenache, Syrah, and Tempranillo. Dan's meticulous hands-on job is central to his farming practices. That, along with holistic and sustainable methods, nature has certainly rewarded his hard work with incredible fruits of life. Dan uses the same hands-on approach to his winemaking techniques. With quality fruit, great wine will follow! Already sourced from the vineyard, the rest of the minimal intervention approach to winemaking is just making sure that natural fermentation and aging goes as it should. If you've been to some Mason events, then you may have already been graced with tasting some of Dan's wines. For the wines in the tasting room, you will be treated with a fantastic selection. The 2018 Chardonnay is proof that Texas can grow and make top quality Chard! Blind taste if you need or pinch yourself if you think you're dreaming, but it is the real deal. For Rosés, both the 2018 CGSM and Barbera are quite refreshing for those hot Texas summer and fall days. Recently, a 2018 Barbera sparkling was released in a Rosé style using Pet-Nat methods that is worth your bubbly sipping time. You may have already tried the 2015 Merlot at Mason events and at a few "undisclosed" restaurants, but this three-year barrel aged wine and over three years aged in the bottle is one you will cherish! The 2015 Sangiovese is the only one on the list not from the estate vineyards. Sourced from Mandola Vineyards, this six-year barrel aged red wine has great color depth, flavor intensity, and an end-to-end after taste that will certainly make you crave more. There is a 2016 vintage of Touriga National, a vintage that you can buy and perhaps taste, as well. It is rich, bold and can easily be on par with many top-notch wines produced from this grape. Additionally, on the tasting menu is an RTM. Made from 75% Ruby Cabernet, 15% Touriga, and 10% Merlot, this 40-month French oak aged jewel has great balance, good acids, and an exceptional fruit profile. There is more to say about this place, but on-site experience is the best way to enjoy. Time has already judged these wines to be setting the high bar and the future looks very bright. Robert Clay Vineyards grapes and the wines are a true labor of love in good hands with a dedicated focus on growing quality fruit and crafting fabulous wines that express Mason County well! read more

Fantastic experience! we loved the wine tasting and bought some bottles to take home. The owners are so interesting and passionate about their vineyard and making wine. We've been a few times and will definitely be back! read more

Incredible tasting room with amazing hosts. We enjoyed our visit and the wine was great!

We had an amazing experience!!! Dan & Jeanie are great hosts and very informative. The tasting room is so cute and welcoming. And of course we walked away with a few bottles of wine. We will definitely be going back again. read more