The couple that owns this winery is so sweet and welcoming! Kalasi is very close to downtown and has a nice view of the pasture. Make sure to check out the llama and the sheep. Our go to wine is the Carménère with a side of Indian snacks. read more

Kalasi Cellars - Carménère with side of Indian snacks. - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Fredericksburg, Texas

This was our first stop on a whirlwind our of Hill Country wineries and ended up as our likely favorite. We undoubtedly enjoy drinking wine and do so often but are complete novices when it comes to the art of viniculture. Thankfully, the numerous employees who rotated through and engaged with us during our tasting were friendly and knowledgeable, unpretentious, and clearly loved their jobs. We were seated at the central bar and the tasting room itself was warm and welcoming, with high ceilings and lovely natural light. The Indian twist was really unique, from the auto-rickshaw out front to the wallpaper in the bathroom to the very name of the winery, though I have to say as an Indian-American myself that the savory snacks on the menu are tasty but extremely overpriced. We got to try several varietals that we had never had before (e.g., Roussane, Tannat) that were really delicious and none of them, even the Muscat, were overly saccharine. On top of all this, Kalasi is an advocate and supporter of Texas-grown wines and wineries and engages in sustainable farming practices, partially by employing some on-site sheep and a llama. A really enjoyable way to spend an afternoon that I highly recommend! read more

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Greg, Nikhila, and their staff do a great job serving their customers. They made us feel right at home as they walked us through their wines, and pointed us in the right direction on suggestions to taste. We ended up buying 3 bottles! The facilities are beautifully tucked away in such a way that make them easily accessible, yet you can have a peaceful afternoon sipping as you walk around the land, or sit and enjoy the breeze under one of their beautiful trees! You can't visit Fredericksburg without visiting Kalasi Cellars! We certainly won't! read more

Kalasi Cellars - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Fredericksburg, Texas

We have been members here for about a year and a half. My wife and I are California wine snobs who have worked in a few tasting rooms of pretty darn good wineries on the Central coast. we weren't expecting much from Texas but Kalasi wines are very good. The tasting room is attractive, the employees are friendly and very wine knowledgeable without being stuffy, and one or both of the owners are there almost every time we come in. They are also great at customer service. Wine club events are terrific too. It's nice they offer a 3 bottle per quarter club option. Without going into specifics of which are may favorites (What do you care? Your taste may be different than mine) I will say they don't have any sweet wines if that is your thing, but they do have a mix of red, white and rose. I like all of them. read more

Such an amazing vibe with even better wines. I will definitely visit again if back in Fredericksburg. The people there were also so friendly and knowledgeable. read more

Wines are Ok, but nothing complex or special. The tastings are WAY WAY over priced, especially with the very Stingy pours (see pic). I commented on the size of pour and they brushed off the comment. Bring your own pallet cleanser, they offered me none. Save your money and ask for a glass of Carmenere. It was very well done. Everything else is not worth the cost. I was disappointed to find out that unlike the practice of most wineries, they don't waive tasting fee if you buy a set number, usually 3, bottles. Tasting fees are more than a bottle. read more

Kalasi Cellars - Small pours for a $30 tasting. - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Fredericksburg, Texas

This is the best winery in the area, we tryout other places and this is our favorite! The place is so beautiful, elegant, and classy. The Owners Greg and Nikhila are amazing! They did a great job with the facilities and the amazing wine! You need and experienced and fun explanation about the wines, ask for Paul, he is the best! We had a great time with them and learning about their production process, so scientific, looking for the best grapes and process and they did it, wine is amazing! Do not miss this place is the best! read more

We went on a Wednesday and were able to reserve a time slot to have the whole room to ourselves. As a covid conscious person, this was the first time since March 2019 that I had been in a public setting (other than the grocery store) and I felt safe. Darrell was very knowledgeable, passionate, and a great story teller. This was my very first wine tasting and he did a great job of giving me the rundown on how these things usually go. My mother and I had an awesome time! There were so many new flavors I experienced at this tasting and I am so excited to share my bottle of 2017 Tannat, with the rest of my family We will be back! Also: The bathrooms were BEAUTIFUL! Seriously, take a look at that wall paper! read more

Good wine. The owners were really nice. They just opened a few months ago. Great building and outside area. read more

Greg was super nice! We loved all of the reds and bought bottles! Hi wife Nikhila informed me on the Texas wine drinker Facebook page that they were open starting this week! We were excited to get a reservation. All of the wines were great!! Highly recommend! read more

Really interesting wines to try. Great staff that is knowledgeable and friendly. Fun to try some new varietals. Tasting room is pretty cool. We really liked the Malbec and the Carmenet. Highly recommended. Very close to downtown Fredericksburg read more

What a wonderful place to spend an afternoon! I was a little nervous bringing my toddlers to a winery but the staff could not have been more welcoming or accommodating. We started inside and eventually moved outside for the kids to run around. The staff was wonderful, the wine was awesome, and the atmosphere was beautiful. We also ordered their whole menu of snacks and loved everything. We are already looking forward to our next trip there! read more

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I could give 10 stars to this place if I could. One of the best experiences my group and I had in many years. The hospitality that Darryl, Blair and Patty showed us1 was beyond words could describe. They are the NICEST hosts one couldeq EVER get. They went above and beyond to make us feel way too special. This is a unique place with a beautiful Llama and a flock of sheeps. I'm not sure aa win78q 1 expert but I loved both the reds I tried. You go here for the wonderful experience, love, and amazing hospitality. Kudos to the owners for getting such a loving staff. Made our day. read more

This place is fantastic! It doesn't seem to be super well known yet, but we added it to our list because of the great reviews and wanting to try something new. It's like the perfect blend of Fredericksburg wineries: Rustic scenery, beautiful building with lots of views/natural light, personal feel and great staff, and of course, amazing wine! The Malbec and Kanchi were my favorites, but everything we tasted could easily be some of the best wines in the area from my perspective. It also stands out in the crowd of TX wineries with a nod to the winemaker's Indian heritage, with traditional Indian products and some Indian flare in the food menu. We walked away with a case of wine and a membership. Will definitely go back and highly recommend to everyone! read more

The newest adventures of Nikhila Narra and Gregg Davis at Kalasi Cellars is their latest endeavor into all things grape and wine in Texas. Having already established themselves as one of the top-quality growers of Texas grapes, the expectations of their own line of wines has been eagerly awaited. Although this is her first big step into the Texas winery business, Nikhila is certainly no stranger to the wine industry. Having experience in wine making at Cakebread Cellars in Napa Valley as well as wine certification from UC Davis AND a Texas Tech viticulture certification, her credentials are only matched by her inspiration and enthusiasm for this big dream. Like his wife, Gregg has jumped all into this new business with enthusiasm and is not looking back. With experience in business management practices, he can help foster growth and success for this new bright star that recently opened. At 3300 feet in the Texas High Plains AVA, the Davis's have been setting the bar on sustainable and quality grape growing practices for six years at Narra Vineyards. In 2014, they started with 20 acres of Albariño, Roussanne, Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, and Sangiovese vines. Since then, they have expanded to almost 117 acres including not only Tannat and Tempranillio, but also Malvasia Bianca, Viognier, Petit Verdot, and Cabernet Franc as well as some "rising grape stars" like Carménère, Sagrantino, and Teroldego. And as if that is not enough, they have started a new vineyard on their Texas Hill Country estate with freshly planted Teroldego last May. WOW...right? Using low yielding practices, the quality of each grape varietal at both vineyards will continue to be highly sought after by winemakers. Their commitment to a holistic approach to winemaking is unwavering and you can taste the difference in their inaugural wine releases. There are six wines to try in the fresh new hill country tasting room. The first line of wines to try are called the Heritage Collection. This represents the more common and traditional wines that everybody knows and loves. For the 2018 Roussanne, this stainless-steel aged wine does have a deep golden color and a well-rounded mouthfeel. The "newbie" on the rack is a 2019 Sparkling Muscat. This wine has just a touch of CO2 and was bottle aged for 6-months, giving it a pleasant tingling sensation along with honeysuckle notes that dance and delight across the palate. A great wine for spicy foods or a great summer sipper. Moving on to the reds! The 2018 Sangiovese was aged 18 months in neutral oak. It has good depth, character, great raspberry flavors, and is smooth. Got Malbec? This 2017 release is a big pleaser. It has a medium bodied texture, with cocoa, and cherry notes, making this bold wine a winner! The other two reds are part of their Reincarnated line. These seldom seen and grown grapes in Texas may not be so rare once Nikhila and Greg show the Texas wine world how they can be grown and crafted into great wines. You certainly may have had some good Carménère from Chile, but this "lost grape" explodes with beautiful berry structures and a touch of paprika. Have never heard of Teroldego? This Italian varietal has certainly found a new home here at Kalasi Cellars. With vanilla and tobacco notes, this very deep dark rich red wine will certainly rival many traditional well-known reds. Bring on that locally sourced fatty aged steak for pairing! It goes without saying that this 100% estate and Texas grown fruit is working out quite nicely for this new winery. On the wine horizon will be a Rosé Tannat and a Sagritora - yum and YUM! It was great being there for their opening weekend and we hope to visit again and enjoy spending a bit of time on the patio. They are a great young couple to chat with and they certainly have their hearts and passions in the right place. Do plan to stop by! They have a kitchen, so stop in for lunch and a tasting or snacks and a tasting. We think you will be incredibly pleased with the wines and glad you visited. Enjoy! read more

Kalasi Cellars - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Fredericksburg, Texas

The owners were so friendly and welcoming! The location was gorgeous- a simple yet beautiful tasting room on a picturesque property. And of course, great wine. I ended up purchasing a bottle to bring home. read more

I absolutely love their wines! Teroldego is my personal favorite but I've tried several and they're all amazing. The tasting room is beautiful, the owners are super sweet and they have the cutest lambs and llama on their property. But they also sell online if you want to enjoy a bottle (or two) from the comfort of your home! read more

Great selection of tasty and interesting wines. Pretty setting and friendly staff. I'll certainly visit again the next time I'm in the area.

Very friendly and helpful. Wines were excellent, grounds were great, our dog enjoyed watching the llama and sheep from a distance. Highly recommend this venue over some of the bigger places that charge more and could care less about your afternoon! read more

My husband and I came here after hearing great things from other family members. They were right, this should be at the top of your list for wineries to visit. The tasting room is spacious and comfortable and the owner and employees very nice. We did not do a tasting as we had recommendations from family, but purchased a bottle of Malbec and drank it outside on their beautiful grounds and enjoyed the scenery. They have a few friendly sheep and a llama in a nearby field and they are fun to watch. We did try a few other wines and all were very nice. So nice, we purchased a few bottles to take home with us. We will definitely visit here again! read more

We visited late on Sunday before they closed. What a fabulous experience experience we had. We left with a bottle of Rousanne and Sangiovese. But we could have left with so much more. All the wines were so good. We can't wait to go back. As a wine geek looking to help elevate Texas wines, this place is awesome. Thank you for a wonderful tasting! read more

My husband and I found Kalasi on our last trip to Fredericksburg and we're really impressed with their creative and knowledgeable approach to wine making. The Indian heritage influence on the food menu was also a bonus! The location is really well done. The building is simple but design is thoughtful with sound absorption in an appealing design. The outside is simple small farm style. Great seating options on a patio or under the oaks. It is a great space to spend time with family and friends even in our current COVID world. We signed up for the distribution list on the spot and are looking forward to our first shipment. If you appreciate good wine and looking for it in Texas, Kalasi is the newest gem! read more

We had a fabulous time at Kalasi Cellars! The wine is awesome, the staff is friendly and knowledgeable and the facilities are great. I highly recommend Kalasi Cellars! read more

Simplicity at its finest with a solid selections of complex wines is all you need to appreciate.

Daryl was AMAAAAAAAZING! My sister mom and I are on a ladies weekend and this was our last stop. They are VERY covid conscious and so the entire place, on a weekdays was for us!!!!!! We had seriously THE best time. We got grains to feed Dalai the Llama, and the sheep were PRECIOUS. We got so much education on the wine, and the time spent with us, Daryl's charisma and personality was A +++++++ We definitely highly recommend, and will be back! read more

I went on a quiet afternoon and got to enjoy meeting the sheep and the llama. I enjoyed the red wines. They were overall dry and had balanced alcohol flavor. I appreciate that they try to show off Texas terroir(fancy french word that means the wine is more than the grape. Its the soil and the micro climate it is raised in). Although I am probably too much of newbie to pick up the difference from other places. It is also difficult learn because in the U.S. some wineries mix grapes from different states. read more