Texas Wine on the Mind
We’re starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel that is the COVID-19 pandemic. If you’re like us, you might be realizing it’s time to venture out from behind your computer monitors in the deep dark confines of your home offices (or dungeons) and start exploring and tasting the great flavors that the lovely state of Texas has to offer.
Coleman & Associates is very fortunate to have its very own in-house Fredericksburg connoisseur—Ashley Scroggs—who we asked to put together a list of her favorite wineries to share with our clients. Below, you will find photos and descriptions of the best places to drink, relax, and explore in this unique German, gem of a town.
Wildseed Farms - Fredericksburg, TX
Top 5 Wineries
(according to Ashley)
5. Crowson Wines *Johnson City
Ashley visits this winery every time she visits Fredericksburg. The owner, Henry Crowson is incredibly charismatic and so passionate. He does “non-interventionist” wines, which means there are no additives. The wine ferments off the natural yeast of the grapes.
Make sure to call for reservations!
4. Augusta Vin
This is a newer winery in the Fredericksburg area, but it’s already one of the more popular spots. The vineyard also offers wine tastings, VIP Tours, and they sell charcuterie. Try to get a reservation up on the balcony. It’s the best place to hang!
Photo credit: https://www.visitfredericksburgtx.com/listing/augusta-vin-winery/292/
3. Heath Sparkling Wines
This is the only Sparkling Wine House in Fredericksburg and the first in Texas. They have a unique wine tasting experience that includes seasonal small-bites paired with their distinctive sparkling wines.
Photo Credit: https://www.fredericksburgtexas-online.com/plan-your-trip/heath-sparkling-wines/
2. Signor Winery
Great wine and amazing space to hang out under the mature Live Oak trees. It’s one of the most beautiful wineries in Fredericksburg. They have 7 different varietals planted at their estate in Fredericksburg.
1. Calais Winery *Hye, TX
Don’t be thrown by the shed-like appearance. This winery provides quite the sipping experience. The owner, Ben Calais, is from Calais, France. It’s all very Calais.
We ranked this #1; not only for its incredible wine but because you have the opportunity to enjoy a glass in this wine cave, which extends down below the earth’s surface into a cellar and tasting room.
Photo Credit: https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/texas/underground-wine-cave-tx/
We hope this post has given you an idea of a few wineries to add to your list the next time you make your way through the Texas Hill Country! Make sure to get out and explore the wonderful bars and restaurants that Fredericksburg has to offer.
Coleman & Associates Team
Left to Right: Chris, Marissa, Jose, Adriana, Wendy, Ashley, Aan, Olivia