Service was pleasant and a beautiful place to sit and sit a glass. Tastings are only dry reds. Too hot for me to drink dry red so I had a glass of their only white. $12 for about two fingers (slightly more than a taste). Food is packaged in the store cooler. I didn't want prepackaged food so I skipped it but it didn't look bad. At least they had something to offer. Lovely place. They are introducing a new white on Saturday so I'll come back and try the new white. read more

William Chris Vineyards - Wineries Near Me - Hye, Texas

Had no idea what a special day this would turn into when we visited yesterday! I came with my mom and husband - we were total first timers who wandered into the wrong tasting area and rather than be turned away we were treated to what felt like a VIP experience by Francisco who entertained us for hours. It's clear he loves what he does- he was full of knowledge and passion about the grapes, the land, the history, and the meaning of a great glass of wine. He even taught me how to uncork a bottle of their delicious rose with a sword! (No joke!) The grounds are beautiful and full of things to see and do, the food is delicious, and the wine is top notch. Even if the wine was terrible (which, quite the opposite, it's the best Texas wine I've ever had) we would come back for Francisco's service alone. Thanks for a great day, we'll be back soon I hope! read more

Great welcoming and tasting was very well organized. My expectations, were to have the opportunity to visit the vineyard, to look at the process and aging locations: these were not posible because all these processes occur in another locations ??? Anyway, tasting was fine and wines were acceptable. At the time we visited, no white wines were available for tasting / purchase read more

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what an incredible experience! the 5 of us did a tasting with nancy and she took great care of us. she was really friendly and informative. we LOVED the wines and ended up buying 8 bottles. we also paid extra for an accompanying meal and it was delicious. it came with a hearty sandwich, carrot + potato salad, cookies and seltzer. the grounds are beautiful and they had a live band playing outside. there are many wineries to choose from in the area but i'm glad i ended up at william chris! read more

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Wine tasting with Sherry was amazing! She was very knowledgeable and friendly. Really enjoyed the experience and will be back! read more

William Chris Vineyards - Wineries Near Me - Hye, Texas

Our group of nine ladies visited for a wine tasting, and we had an unforgettable time. Dawn, our sommelier, was a delight. Although each of us has experienced many wineries previously, we all appreciated her informative presentation. The wines were divine. Having lived in California wine country for years and visiting wineries around the world, I have pretty high expectations when it comes to tastings. William Chris did not disappoint. Chris, a winemaker and co-owner, visited our table and added to the charm of the experience. The setting in the hills and the beautiful grounds and architecture make this a venue a Texas jewel. read more

Great day at William Chris, we did they Hye Society tasting for 6 of us with a charcuterie board. John the manager stopped by and poured some 2017 Syrah which was sublime. We took home a bottle of the Cinsaut. Great way to be introduced to Texas grown and made wine. Cheers, Matt read more

Had a great time here, Eva helped us with our tasting and she was absolutely amazing!! Very sweet, helpful and attentive! Vibes of this place were great, reminds me of a California vineyard but with Texas touches of course. Highly recommend. Also the artist performing on 4/13 was absolutely amazing! read more

Love this place so much!!! The views are breathtaking and the buildings are gorgeous. The service was superb and very friendly. Cannot wait to go back and try out more of their wonderful wines since each one I tried was delicious. I cannot recommend this winery enough! A definite must go for anyone in the area. read more

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This is me and the wife's current go to vineyard - the only one we are currently members. The wine is great! I really like the Mourvèdre and also even though I prefer reds they have several dry whites that I really like! We love the location - especially the large outdoor pavilion. There is also a large grassy area for kids to play and they have tables set up under some trees which looked like a fun spot.Pre-pandemic there would be a guitar player on the pavilion but it looks like that moved under the trees which is cool! We had been here a few times but joined the club because of the virtual tastings they did during quarantine. The owners seem super nice and all of the staff have been fantastic too! Especially Kyo who helped us last weekend. I also give this place bonus points because a lot of the staff are Aggies. read more

We had a wonderful time with the Vineyard Table Experience. Our tasting room ambassador, Jon was fun and knowledgeable. I was blown away with the pairing of the wines with the incredible food. Would highly recommend. Already planning my next trip. read more

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Family and I enjoyed our day trip to Fredericksburg! The wine at William Chris was phenomenal and our host Josh was just the best. Wine tasting was way worth the value (we booked the basic $30, 45 minute session) and walked out buying a few bottles that we enjoyed. Views are gorgeous too, and we enjoyed some cheese afterwards from their little store. read more

Beautiful grounds and good wine. The sloping hills and vineyards makes a gorgeous backdrop for photos. We did a basic wine tasting. I did not buy any to take home, as I felt that they have acceptable to average wine, but nothing stirred my palette. I would say, their white is more impressive than their reds. read more

This is a beautiful winery. The hospitality was outstanding and the server we had was extremely knowledgeable about not just Texas wine but wine across the country. We did not care for their reds but the rosés we tried were very well made. This winery is very worth a visit, and especially because it has an important place in Texas wine history! read more

Our first visit to William Chris Vineyards was interesting. We must first give a big shoutout to Sue. Sue was friendly, gracious and knowledgeable. She took the time to educate and sold us on several very nice wines. The property is beautiful and they really have it going on w/ their selection of wines. Although we are not wine club members, we also enjoyed a brief visit to the members tasting room. Eva was also very informative and friendly. The only downside was a couple of employees that could use a little more costumer service training. :) read more

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Treated like second class citizens for not being members (it's our first time to this area)... only option is to sit outside and drink ridiculously minimal portions @ $17 a glass, not to worry the dehydration this place will intentionally cause you is free. Pass! read more

I absolutely loved this stop on our wine tour. It was definitely one of my favorites. They have enough staff even with covid to ensure that everyone has a personal experience. Our group felt very welcomed. They have a large wine selection and are generous with their tastings and deals for those packages as well. We received a discount for our case of wine and learned that the more you buy the better the deal. In addition to the great onsite prices this vineyard is one of the only vineyards that will ship out of state to a residential location. This was perfect because we had a large party that flew in from multiple locations. Some of the wines have a great story/history behind them, like the artist blend bottle, so make sure you ask the staff all about them. There was one attendant in particular whom was extremely knowledgeable, helpful and personable. I forgot her name but I did manage to get a picture of her so I'll be sure to share it. Overall this was a great stop. Make sure you add them to the list of vineyards to check out while in Fredericksburg! read more

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Sarah made us feel at home. All TX grapes at this winery. Mary Ruth was my favorite! She's the mom that convinced her husband to have their son grow grapes on their farm! I like her! I also enjoyed La Pradeep blend, Mourve'dre , and the 2018 Tannat! Sarah introduce md us to wine that was not on the tasting, so kudos to her! read more

We stopped by last minute because of a change in schedule. I am glad we did! We each did the tasting. They offer 5 wines: 1 white, 1 rose, and 3 reds. Each of them were very good! I really enjoyed the Temp. I also loved the Rosé. It is aged in concrete and has an incredible mouthfeel. Our tasting was done with Kyo! She was fantastic! You could tell how passionate she was about their wines. Very knowledgeable and personable If you're doing a wine tour or just passing by, make sure to include William Chris on your itinerary! read more

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Excellent tasting from Sarah! She was very knowledgeable about the wines. Great first impression and some awesome wines. Definitely going back! read more

My favorite winery, we stumbled upon this winery about 5+ years ago. My husband decided to surprise me and check out all the wineries , as I didn't even know what Fredericksburg and Hye were all about since I'm from Northern VA . They made us feel like home every time we walk in . We have done the grape punch for my birthday celebration one year and that was definitely awesome to see how they make and process their wine . We are HYE members which is amazing because you get to feel even more special when you are there or even when you aren't . You get to attend private events and it's something you don't want to miss . The best one we've been to is the ROSÈ ALL DAY in horseshoe bay ! Definitely grab a couple of bottles of Enchantè ,one of my favorites ! Would highly recommend coming here & order and cheese tray while you are at it. read more

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The wine was outstanding! The scenery was beautiful. They got us in as a last minute walk in and it was definitely worth the time and tasting fee. Definitely try the Hunter - we went home with several bottles. Will definitely go again read more

This Vineyard was beautiful and there were photo opportunities on every corner of the property. I did have a couple of minor concerns. The guy helping us out on the pavilion was new and wasn't really ready to handle the influx that brings the weekend winos out. It probably took about ten minutes per couple/ per person to get their drinks & order food. Another thing that was disappointing was that both restrooms for men & women were not in service. The weekends bring the masses, those are the days when you need to be on your A+ Game. The Chicken Salad could definitely use an overhaul as well because it was a little tasteless & bland. This place gets business and the scenery is gorgeous, they just need to have adequate staff, clean restrooms, and perhaps a kitchen / food overhaul to ensure patrons keep coming back! read more

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Our neighborhood had little wine tasting tour of the TX hill country and this was one of two vineyards we stopped out. We had coordinated earlier that we were bringing 40 people on the day of our tour and they said they would offer us the wine tasting tour prices, this was not the case. We arrived and it was like they were not expecting us. Our guide talked to the manager and basically said this was the first they heard about it. Evidently the information wasn't passed to the proper people. We were very disappointed as they only offered to sell us by the glass/bottle/case and didn't offer is any wine tasting. So we made the best of our time as several of us ordered a glass of wine and a cheese/meat plate. We enjoyed sitting out on what was a gorgeous day and enjoyed the hill country views while sipping wine and enjoying a game of Corn Hole. I would have giving this place 4 stars if they would have accommodated us and actually allowed us to conduct wine tasting at their group / "club" prices. This is a very nice establishment with some pretty pricey wines. The views are spectacular read more

The place is very pretty the views are very nice but the wine is so so. It was not worth $48 for a bottle of recommended artist blend. If you want a smaller venue with a much better wine try Narrow Path. Great people too. read more

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Josh was amazing, best wine tasting host you could have, ask for him!!! We had a wonderful experience, would definitely recommend!

Great reds! I had no idea Texas was turning out such quality wines. The Mourvedre was excellent, as was the Hunter's 2019. Josh was an excellent host. My only quibble was the High-end Napa-type prices - $30 for a tasting, $35 for pre-made charcuterie plate from the deli case - and make a reservation, or they don't treat you so well. Nonetheless...killer reds! read more

If you're going to buy a membership, this is the one to get! Of the hill country vineyards, this one touts AVA standards with a deeply routed commitment to Texas wine-making. High quality, smooth-finished wines create a beautiful portfolio for any meal and event pairing. The testing room is a rich, airy space showcasing the dynamics of their range. The service is impeccable with attention to detail and quality. I definitely recommend Francisco for your host. He shared such a detailed history of the vineyard and their growth. This was a great way to share birthday celebrations with an impressive experience--welcomed with an even-balanced repertoire of your next favourite. read more

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The grounds at William Chris Vineyards are impressive to say the least. Tucked back down a little road across from the town general store in Hye, TX this vineyard is expansive and beautiful. The outdoor covered tasting patio is a perfect spot to setup and relax. The indoor tasting room has a few tasting spots to hold up with one of their staff and go through a more formal tasting. Their knowledgeable staff is able to effortlessly guide you through a tour of tastes. Don't forget to get a cheese board and some other small bites to pair with your wines. You'll appreciate both a lot more for it. If you don't want to deal with the noise of all the vineyards in Fredericksburg but want to try something better than the rest head on to William Chris. If you're a whiskey drinker also pop across the way to Garrison Brothers Bourbon Distillery in Hye and do some tastings and a tour. You won't be disappointed. read more

I booked a reservation for this vineyard because of the prestige and reviews but will remember this experience forever because of Dawn. This was our first stop I booked on our bachelorette winery tour and truly nothing topped it afterwards (per the bride's words as well). The place itself is absolutely stunning and the wine for the winemaster's tasting was fantastic, but the MVP of the whole experience was Dawn. She was so knowledgeable, personable, and just absolutely lovely. I will personally be back soon and couldn't recommend this place and Dawn enough! read more

What a wonderful experience! Do yourself a favor and do the food pairing ... Jessica was AMAZING and the wine and food were five stars!! read more

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Wonderful Experience wine tasting. They even offer Military discount. Everyone we interacted with was friendly from start to finish. Walked out with 2 bottles. Wine tastes great & it's made in TX! Definitely one to put on your list. Outdoor scenery is serene. We also had the pleasure of live music. read more

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Today Not So User Friendly... We've been going to Napa for 4 decades. We understand tasting room mentality. William Chris today was one of those, I'm sorry you don't have a reservation, you can't come in. It's Friday mid afternoon, it's Covid, and very few are here. We are greeted by a pleasant lady who stated they can't except any walk ups. Huh? We've just been to smaller venue and then a larger venue today, no problem... come on in. So we politely say goodbye and move on. We have purchased their product in the past but, came in with French Connection friends and a month ago we didn't hit the snafu reservation. So here we are, there are so many other vineyards to explore, We are not going to work that hard to go down the road to the next vineyard. This isn't France or Italy. Bottle owner 2500+ read more

This is hands down the best winery in Texas! Rated in the top 60 Wineries in the World. Ask for Jonny G for the Wine Pairing Experience. Spectacular. His knowledge and personality will be an Amazing experience at this very special winery read more

Wines - OK Building/decor - OK Service - OK Scenery - Pretty! Be sure to go on a nice day so you can sit on the back patio and enjoy the view of the of the vineyard and Hill Country while sipping your glass of vino. Great places just to sit back and relax for a bit. Cheers! read more

William Chris Vineyards - Wineries Near Me - Hye, Texas

Spectacular spot for a sundown tasting!! The Merlot blend is divine. Tracey was a delightful guide. And thanks to Elise for turning us onto this gem! A definite stop among the many vineyards to choose from in Texas Hill country! read more

William Chris Vineyards - Wineries Near Me - Hye, Texas

This is our favorite winery in Fredericksburg. Actually its in Hye towards the outskirts of town toward Johnson City but thats ok. Its well worth the 15 min or so drive out there. As far as the grounds they are laid out nicely. There is an outdoor patio with lots of trees and shade. Keep in mind though that they might not have fans out there so it could be hot if there is no breeze (buy they could also get some and change that) But pull up a chair or table on the patio grab a glass of sparking rose or something chilled and enjoy the scenery. Inside is where you'll find the tasting room. During peak hours they do require reservations so keep that in mind. But you will not be disappointed. Also inside is the members only lounge. Wine club members get a free tasting and for up to 2 guests so take advantage of that. They will educate you as well as walk you though them all. And while you enjoy the nice AC which is a break from the TX heat. We've been members for 3 years now and love coming back here every time we are in town. Keep up the great work William Chris as we'll be back. Cheers Justin read more

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We took my family visiting from out of town on a wine tasting and had a wonderful time. Beautiful property, great Texas wine and wonderful customer service. We will definitely be back! read more

Wines were eh. Our wine taster/server didn't know ANYTHING. Literally every question we asked he didn't know the answer. Also, it's a beautiful day and we had to be inside and they make you stand at a table the entire time.... It's not a great vibe read more

Loved how light and bright this place is. I really like how spaced out everything is so whether you're inside the tasting room, out on the patio, further into the grounds or under the covered patio it's a beautiful spot. I really liked the charcuterie board but couldn't get use to the texture of the goat cheese on the panna cotta plate. The staff was very nice and knowledgeable about the history of the property and the wine ( of course). read more

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