Driving through Texas one would not guess that you are about to stumble upon one of Texas’s biggest secrets. Nestled within fields of bluebonnets and Indian paint brush wildflowers are vineyards. Texas wine tours are not as famous as Sonoma or Napa Valley wine tours, but none the less tasty and unique. The wine samplings of Texas wine tours will bring a smile to any wine enthusiast. A drive through the Texas Hill Country will bring you to several large vineyards.

The Germans settled in this part of Texas and brought their grapes directly over from Europe. There are also vineyards that specialize in Italian wine and French wine. White wines of basically German origin are currently the most plentiful in this region; however Texas Red is seen on an increasing number of bottles in the local supermarkets.

A full day of Texas wine tours will generally bring you a barbecue lunch at any of the famous wineries. A visit to the famous family owned Becker Vineyards will bring you within distance of the Wildseed Farm and Market Center. This is the largest working farm in the United States and also boasts the largest wildflower garden and seed selection. Walking through the wildflower garden, while sipping a glass of wine, is truly an unforgettable experience. Texas wine tours like these are the perfect blend of wine tasting, Texas Hill Country and Texas cuisine.

A final note on the process of selecting a tour from the various organized Texas wine tours offered on the internet. There are some wines made in Texas that use imported grapes, there are also areas such as Grapevine (near Dallas) that may offer wine tours but they are really just visits to tasting rooms that are typically not near a real winery. So research the tour first. Is it really a vineyard, or just a cellar or tasting room, and then based on your desires select the right one for you.

Fredericksburg

Texas wine tours would not be complete without a stop in Fredericksburg. Fredericksburg is an old German town that has become quite popular with tourists. The main street is full of charming boutiques, quaint bistros, German food and, of course, wine tasting rooms. The Reisling is king here and each tasting room tries to outdo the next one. People come from all over Texas to shop, eat and taste wine all on the same block.

There are many Bed and Breakfasts in the area which cater to the tourists. Being in the heart of the Hill Country makes these Texas wine tours a unique experience. While the temperature seems to always be 80 degrees or above except in the winter months, the majority of the tasting rooms have outside patios. The kids can play and the adults can sample. This makes for a happy occasion for anyone on the Texas wine tours. If you are looking for unusual wines and yearning to seek out something new, then embarking on one of the various offered Texas wine tours is a trip you must plan. The aromas of Texas barbecue and white wine are calling you.