Five Trees Winery: Rooted in Family

Texas Wine Lover 7/17 11:08P Ron Martin

Just outside the storied town of Kilgore, Texas, where pine trees give way to open fields and gentle hills, there’s a small winery and vineyard that’s growing something special. Five Trees Winery is more than just a name—it’s a tribute, a...

Dorado Delgado Winemaker Profile

Texas Wine Lover 7/15 12:05A Jeff Cope

It is always fun learning about Texas wineries from around the state. Some wineries in Texas are devoted to using 100% Texas grapes, and Bonita Flats Farm & Vineyard is one of those wineries, which was founded in 2017. That year, they planted...

Mason Revisited – A Trip Report

Texas Wine Lover 7/11 6:22A Neal Addy

Much has been written about Mason, Texas , over the past several years. Yet despite the glowing press and its close proximity to one of the most popular wine destinations in the country, I’m always surprised by the number of folks I meet on my...

6 Wineries Within Two Hours for Two-Night Stays from Dallas

Texas Wine Lover 7/9 4:37A Chandler Gibson

We need a break. Summer means holidays, summer weddings, kids on vacation, and don’t even get me started on the heat. Back in February, WalletHub named three cities in Dallas–Fort Worth (DFW) in the...

A Visit to an Old Friend: Hererra’s Cafe

Crave DFW 7/8 8:20A Steven Doyle

Herrera’s in Oak Cliff is more than a surviving restaurant—it’s the living core of a once-sprawling dynasty. Over the years, as various Herrera family members stepped away or closed their doors, the...

Kuhlman Estate Elevates the Wine Tasting Experience with Elegant Renovation

Texas Wine Lover 7/4 12:10A Jeff Cope

Press Release Beloved Texas Hill Country winery K Estate (Kuhlman) has completed a highly anticipated renovation, just in time for summer. Nestled along the famed Wine Road 290 between Fredericksburg and Johnson City, the boutique winery now...

West Sandy Creek Winery Debuts Art & Vine: A WSCW Art Market

Texas Wine Lover 7/2 3:21A Kristie Stevens

The proprietors of West Sandy Creek Winery invite you to their first art market on Saturday, July 12, from 1-7 p.m. Art & Vine will feature 15 unique artists from Walker County and the Houston Metroplex, great food from Saucy on the Fly, and...

One Elm Vineyards Grower Profile

Texas Wine Lover 7/1 1:04A Jeff Cope

With deep roots in agriculture and a lifelong commitment to farming, the transition to grape growing was a natural evolution for West Texas grower Brad Stewart. After years in the cottonseed and crop protection industry, he planted his first...

Product Review: VINAER 7 Function Wine Aerator by Vinotive

Texas Wine Lover 6/19 11:57A Jeff Cope

We received the product for review and all opinions are our own. Some links are affiliate links meaning at no additional cost to you, this site may get a small commission if you make a purchase. If you re a wine enthusiast who appreciates both...

2025 Decanter World Wine Awards – Texas Results

Texas Wine Lover 6/18 3:01A Jeff Cope

The results of this year’s  Decanter World Wine Awards  (DWWA) were released. They highlight exceptional quality, a record number of first-time wins, rising stars, and remarkable performances from both classic and emerging wine regions. “Winning...

Sip Into Summer with Mixology Mondays at The Parlor Sheraton Dallas Weekly Cocktail Class Exper

Duncanville BubbleLife iReporter 6/17 12:46A Culver Public Relations

Sheraton Dallas  is turning up the summer fun with  Mixology Mondays  at The Parlor, a hands-on cocktail experience that brings a refreshing twist to weekday plans.  Taking place every Monday from 5...

Sonny Rivera Winemaker Profile

Texas Wine Lover 6/17 12:30A Jeff Cope

For this month’s Winemaker Profile, we spoke with Sonny Rivera from Red Rock Vineyards . He is a Texas winemaker whose journey into viticulture was inspired by a life-changing trip to Italy and a desire to create healthier wines using natural...

2025 Sommeliers Choice Awards – Texas Results

Texas Wine Lover 6/13 3:16A Jeff Cope

The 2025 Sommeliers Choice Awards have officially announced this year’s winning wines, delivering a trusted guide for on-premise venues including restaurants, bars, hotels, lounges, and private clubs....

Fredericksburg Food & Wine Festival Lineup and Tickets Now Available for 2025 “Preview Week”

Texas Wine Lover 6/12 6:16A Jeff Cope

Press Release In anticipation of the 2025 Fredericksburg Food & Wine Festival , the Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce has released the official schedule of events for the second-ever “ Preview Week ,” scheduled to take place from July 21st July...

Winery on the Gruene – Revisited

Texas Wine Lover 6/11 7:37A Jeff Cope

Located in the heart of the historic Gruene district of New Braunfels, Winery on the Gruene has been a favorite spot for wine lovers seeking a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. This winery offers much more than just ambiance. They are constantly...