I met Chris Vogel from Fat Ass Ranch & Winery at HEB. We had a good talk about the brewery and…read moreWinery. I sampled all the different beers. He invited me out to Fredericksburg for a tour and true tasting. Their place on the website looks amazing. http://www.fatassranch.com Chris was very knowledgeable and I look forward to visiting them soon.

We visited Fat Ass Winery for our anniversary and had such a great time! The customer service was…read moreexcellent--everyone was super friendly and made us feel welcome right away. They've got some really fun and quirky decor that made for perfect photo ops (seriously, bring your camera!). We also tried the beer flight, which was a pleasant surprise--great selection and really well priced. It was the perfect spot to relax, have a few laughs, and enjoy the day. Highly recommend stopping by if you're in the area!

One trip changed a lot for owners Craig Stevens and Chesney Castleberry. During a safari, they…read morewitnessed the tragedy of rhino poaching, an experience that inspired them to get involved in conservation and create a sanctuary. Their 55-acre property became a home for Blake, their Texas-born rhino. And there is a winery here, too! Since opening in '22, it has become a natural extension of their passion for fine wine and a meaningful way to support their conservation efforts. The estate now includes nearly 10 acres of Tempranillo, Sangiovese, Merlot, & Malbec. With most vines in their 4th leaf, estate TX wines are still on the way, but visitors can already enjoy excellent Texas wines made from High Plains fruit along with South African ones. The McPhersons have helped craft many of the Texas wines, while Dr. Bob Young has contributed red wines aged in Texas oak. A team of South African winemakers helps support wines made from the Stellenbosch, Elgin, and the coastal area. The tasting room and back patio offer spacious seating, beautiful views of the Pedernales Valley, and direct views of Blake. The north-facing wine tasting patio is an extra plus design to have, especially with the Texas summer heat. For your testing selection, you'll have a list to choose from. For this tasting session a mix of South African & Texas (both reds & whites) were sampled. Starting off with the Sumatran Sparkles, this South African sourced bubbly is Pinot Grig based with notes of honeysuckle and citrus. Next from SA was their Wijde Sparkling. This white bubbly was blended with 53% Chard, 46% Pinot Noir, & 1% Pinot Meunier. It expressed itself with a floral aroma coupled with acidity and a bit of pear. Following that were two of the Crash label brands. Both Pinotage based, with the dry version a nice and light easy drinking wine featuring notes of strawberries with bright acidity. The sweet Pinotage bubbly version (lightly sweet) exhibited more of a cream sensation with a touch of cherries. Moving on to white wines, the first sipped was the '24 Albariño. This TX white wine has some good pineapple notes giving a pleasant tropical finish. The next white was the Texas High Plains 2025 Viognier. Sourced from Lahey, this one was quite impressive with apricot and lemon. The next Texas red was the '24 Horn Red Blend. This High Plains sourced fruit, comprised of 40% Malbec, 25% Dolcetto, 25% Sangiovese, & 10% Petite Sirah, had notes of clove and cherry going for it with even tannins and acidity. Texas Mourvèdre has been making big waves in the Texas wine industry, and their 2023 vintage has Grenache blended with it to yield an intense fruit forward wine with blackberry to satisfy the nose and palate. The final TX red wine sampled was the '24 Sangiovese. With cherry, raspberry, and a touch of spice, this classic Italian varietal was quite satisfying. For the South African red wines, the '22 Cab Franc was the first to sip. Part of the winery's Keras collection, this bold wine was loaded with big tannins and had a firm mouth gripper! Following that were two '22 Cabernet Sauvignons. One was also from the Keras collection with deep cocoa and raspberry notes and a fine tannic finish. Not quite as bold, but still big, the other Cab wine displayed more blackberry and plum notes with a bit of leather. Rounding out the tasting adventure was the '23 Five Species. This Bordeaux style blend had Cab Sauv, Cab Franc, Malbec, and some Petit Verdot blended to craft a well-balanced, smooth, and elegant wine to savor all evening. With a long family history in the Hill Country spanning more than a century, Craig & Chesney are adding their own chapter to the region's evolving story. The estate offers one beautiful surrounding scenery, dedicated up-close viewing sessions with Blake, and local artwork displayed throughout the tasting room. At its heart, this place is a true rhino conservation effort, strengthened by excellent wines from South Africa and Texas that help support the mission. It is a unique gem in the Texas Hill Country. Cheers!

This is a must visit in Fredricksberg!…read more The people are so nice and help you pick out a wine based on your preferences. They have an outdoor patio and indoor seating and most importantly a rhino living in the back!

Our lodging accommodation recommended TWC and also provided us with a coupon for wine tasting. Upon…read morearrival we walked into an open courtyard with chairs, tables, and lots of grass space. This was perfect as we brought our dog with us. Although we couldn't go inside with him, we were able to sit on the patio for our tasting. The employees were AMAZING and very accommodating! Thanks so much for great customer service! All the wines were really good and we look forward to returning!!

This was the second stop on our wine tasting tour and probably the best one. They had a great…read moreselection of Texas wines, which we loved. We did the $30 per person tasting, and Caroline was our host. She was so personable and extremely knowledgeable, which made the experience even better. We honestly loved all the wines here and ended up ordering a charcuterie board that barely lasted two minutes on the table because it was that good. We even purchased a bottle to take home!! They had live music outside and a food truck, which was perfect since we grabbed some food while waiting for our reservation. The property is huge and beautiful. Definitely a MUST STOP in Fredericksburg!

Friends and I had a girls weekend and stopped at the Slate Theory Winery. We went to their outside…read morespot. We really enjoyed ourselves. Great guy at the bar that explained the different wines. Sangria was delish. Orders some small bites that were both pretty and delish. They had a great live band and we chatted with another couple and just a had an amazing time with a great breeze.

Wine is pretty good, but that's where it stops…read more The biggest reason with my drastic, updated rating (my original rating was 5) is their new main building where they changed it to the public and their original they kept that only to members only. The new building feels very commercial, like I'm walking into a conference room. Service was not that good either since it seems like a consumerism machine. Person-in person-out. I loved the caves but everything above takes it away from that experience!

The service was amazing. Virginia was so engaging and sweet. Even got a special little drink with a…read morecandle for my birthday. Come here if you want a great tasting and even better service.

OK this is a hidden gem! As mentioned, the family has deep roots in this region. The tasting room…read moreis not something fancy but all of the wines are well thought out and perfectly balanced. Both whites and reds here. We added a very nice Charcuterie board to our tasting which was plentiful and good. The absolute highlight is George our tasting guide for this experience. He was full of great history and wine knowledge which really enhanced the whole experience. This is NOT the winery to pass up if you like great wine. Nothing fancy, just great wine.

Bought this bottle 10 years ago to celebrate anniversary. Kept in wine refrigerator. Cork intact…read morewith crystals and fresh. Smooth and fruity.

One of my best memories is being taken here on my birthday! This place is absolutely beautiful. The…read moreflowery fields to complement the beautiful building. Such a gorgeous place! They are extremely kind and informative here on the types of vine your drinking, notes, and what goes with it. They did offer charcuterie boards which were a little spendy but well worth it! Everything here was great and I can't wait to visit again!

Seven generations of winemaking expertise shine through at Andreucci, where they produce truly…read morebeautiful Italian wines. The Fred area now features several wineries showcasing non-Texan styles--including Coordinates (South African) and Calais (Texas grapes with a French influence). Be sure to read up on the fascinating family history behind this winery! We sampled a variety of their reds, and every single one was full-bodied with its own distinct personality. The Cab Black was highly complex with lovely hints of oak. Their Chianti, the Costaveccia, was a traditional, high-end Chianti --dense yet smooth, and something I can easily envision pairing with my Sunday sauce. Another favorite was the Nero d'Avola, which drank incredibly smooth with a perfect balance of fruit and tannins. We were so impressed with their wines that we left with several bottles and a new wine club membership. The tasting room itself is bright, cool, and comfortable, complemented by a great patio, a spacious members' area, and a large function hall for events. Service throughout our visit was exceptional; the knowledgeable sommeliers expertly guided us through our five tastings. If you are a fan of Italian wines, then do plan a visit to Andreucci.

The best experience in Fredericksburg! We ubered here after a day of wine tasting and were so…read morepleasantly surprised with the experience. The owner Tony came over to our group and took us to a table right away. He explained the menu and where the wines come from in Italy. He gave us the whole story (including his own story) and we literally loved him! But also....these are the best wines...because they are from Italy. Beautiful TX setting, but great Italian wines, yes please! I can't wait to go back here. Tony made out experience above and beyond special. By the end we all hugged him on our way out. After our tasting in the dining room, we had a glass on the patio until they closed. I also bought a bottle of Montepulciano to go. I would totally consider joining this wine club if I could visit often. 5 star experience. Great italian wines and even better people!

Warm and welcoming. Fun staff! The wine is high quality and award winning and it shows. They have…read morewon international and local competitions.

We really enjoyed it here! Staff was very nice, and the tastings were great…read more My fiance got the Orange Muscat, I got the red tasting. There were things I liked and didn't. It's nice to have true variety in flavors and I really enjoy that about it here. I really liked the Aglianico! I wish they had barstools because you just stand at the bar during your tasting unless you take a seat in the seating area. We like the bar though.