Go Wine Tasting in Texas Hill Country
If you enjoy wine, there's no need to fly to Florence, as the Texas Hill Country has become one of the most popular wine tourist destinations in the country. With over 9 million acres, the Texas Hill Country American Viticultural Area (AVA) is the second-largest AVA in the United States. Its climate is similar to that of Rioja, Spain, or the Southern Rhone, France, making it ideal for producing world-class wine.
Winemakers produce renowned Bordeaux varietals including as Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, and Merlot from north of San Antonio to west of Austin. In the Texas Hill Country, wine fans can choose from over 50 wineries, and yearly wine-related events include grape stomps and food and wine pairing dinners.
You may swirl, sniff, and sip your way through Central Texas' quaint wineries, sampling reds, whites, and rosés. Many Hill Country vineyards provide tasting rooms where you can share a bottle while taking in the scenery. On-site tours provide a behind-the-scenes peek at the winemaking process for anyone interested in learning more. Signor Vineyards, Duchman Winery, Grape Creek Vineyards, Solaro Estate Winery, and Pedernales Cellars are among the top wineries in the Texas Hill Country.
Location: Texas, the United States
Best time to visit: spring and the fall
