These are the Texas winery results from the 2015 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo International Wine Competition. Read More
2015 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo International Wine Competition Results
Top wines were selected from thousands of entries in the 2015 Rodeo Uncorked!® International Wine Competition, held Nov. 15 – 16, 2014, at NRG Center. The 2015 International Wine Competition judging boasted 2,578 entries, including wines from 43 Texas wineries and 16 different countries. Medals were awarded to 2,221 wines by 20 panels of judges, consisting of wineRead More
Battle of the Texas Tempranillos – Analysis
The Battle of the Texas Tempranillos was a big success with 28 wineries participating and providing their best Tempranillo. After 15 judges finished, there was a list of their favorites and we posted the top 11 wines because there was a tie for 9th place. Let’s take a little closer look at those 11 wines.Read More
Battle of the Texas Tempranillos – Video
The Battle of the Texas Tempranillos was held by Texas Wine Lover on November 8th at the Nice Winery in Houston, Texas. The Battle allowed only one Tempranillo from each winery, so if a winery makes more than one Tempranillo, they had a tough decision to decide on their best Tempranillo to enter. 28 wineriesRead More
Battle of the Texas Tempranillos
It seems a Battle of Texas wines is a regular event now at Texas Wine Lover. Last year we had the Battle of the Texas Roussannes. Since we had previously done two white wines, it was now time for a red wine. Tempranillo is arguably the signature red wine of Texas, so it was onlyRead More
Becker Vineyards Named as “Tall in Texas” Award Recipient
As was reported in July, Becker Vineyards of Stonewall, Texas, and Dr. Richard and Bunny Becker have been named the recipient of the annual “Tall in Texas” Award. The award was presented on September 6 at the Texas Wine Tribute, as part of the 28th Annual GrapeFest – A Wine Experience in Grapevine, Texas.
Robert H. Fritz Winemaker Profile
Robert H. Fritz is the winemaker and co-owner at Solaro Estate now with two locations. The primary winery is located in Dripping Springs and a new Urban Winery is in Houston. Solaro Estate has been winning many awards with their Texas wines including wines from their large estate vineyard. Robert Fritz answered our questions aboutRead More
Review of Becker Vineyards Reserve Merlot 2012
Hill Country breezes, ample sunshine, and intoxicating aromas of fresh lavender awaken the senses when you pull up to Becker Vineyards. The winery sits on a beautiful plot of land just a hop, skip, and a jump from Highway 290. As one of the oldest wineries on the 290 wine trail in the Texas HillRead More
Review of McPherson Cellars Les Copains Rosé 2013
McPherson Cellars has hit it out of the park again with their 2013 Les Copains Dry Rosé. That should be no surprise as it has been winning awards around the country. The 2013 Les Copains Dry Rosé was a Grand Star winner for a Texas Rosé at the Lone Star International Wine Competition in June,Read More
Joelle Cousins Named Texas’ Best Sommelier
At the 10th annual TEXSOM conference, Joelle Cousins from the Red Room Lounge won the Texas’ Best Sommelier competition presented by Texas Monthly. There were 25 competitors from around the state of Texas who participated in the competition. The competition included a rigorous three-part wine examination involving theory, blind tasting, and service. A panel ofRead More
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