Phil Price Winemaker Profile

Texas Wine Lover 2/17 12:06A Jeff Cope

We first met Phil Price in 2016 when he moved to Texas to be an assistant winemaker at Fall Creek Vineyards . He soon volunteered to be a judge at our Texas Wine Lover’s Battle of the Texas Mourvèdre 2017 . Phil is now the head winemaker at the...

2026 Texas International Wine Competition – Texas Results

Texas Wine Lover 2/15 3:47A Jeff Cope

The Texas International Wine Competition (TXIWC) announced the results of its 2026 competition, held in January 2026. These Texas wineries were recognized for their exceptional wines: Top Wines Grand...

Join the 18th Annual Spicewood Vineyards Pair it with the Claret Chili Cook-Off

Texas Wine Lover 2/13 1:15A Jeff Cope

Press Release Join Spicewood Vineyards for the 18th annual world-famous chili cook-off happening on Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. The Pair it with the Claret Chili Cook-Off (PIWTC) is everyone s favorite party of the year...

The Best Chocolatiers in Dallas

Crave DFW 2/11 7:58A Steven Doyle

Dallas transforms into a chocolate lover’s paradise every Valentine’s Day , and it’s easy to see why. Chocolate is more than a treat — its rich aroma, velvety texture, and deep, layered flavors create...

Events: These Texas Wineries Want You to Join Them

Texas Wine Lover 2/11 3:52A Jeff Cope

The Texas Wine Lover website Guide and mobile app include many features designed to help you decide which wineries, meaderies, cideries, and local businesses to visit. Over the coming months, we will be highlighting some of these “hidden” features...

Soto Vino: Siempre Afuera – Always Outside

Texas Wine Lover 2/6 12:54A Cynthia Spanhel

Soto Vino is one of a handful of natural or low-intervention wineries in Texas. Founded in 2020 by brothers Christian and Dominic Soto, Soto Vino is currently housed at The Austin Winery in Austin, a full-production urban winery working...

The Elmore Hotel for Grapevine Valentine Get-a-Way

Crave DFW 2/4 7:13A Steven Doyle

Set in the heart of Southlake, The Elmore Hotel , part of Marriott Bonvoy’s Tribute Portfolio, offers a distinctive blend of Southern hospitality and modern refinement. Designed as an independent,...

Steve and Cindy Newsom Vineyards Grower Profile

Texas Wine Lover 2/2 10:56P Jeff Cope

Most of the grapes grown in Texas come from the High Plains, particularly the Lubbock area. One couple that has been farming grapes there for many years is Steve and Cindy Newsom. They are often mistaken for another Newsom Vineyards in the Texas...

New ‘Texas Fine Wine Club Share’ Offers Members Access to Texas’ Premier Wineries

Texas Wine Lover 1/30 2:57A Jeff Cope

Press Release Texas Fine Wine introduces the first Texas Fine Wine Club Share , a reciprocal membership program that extends wine club perks and discounts across four of Texas’ top wineries. Beginning...

A New Favorite Winery on the Wine Road: CC Farms

Texas Wine Lover 1/27 12:52A Laurinda Thomas

As I think about writing this article, my thoughts are all over the place, as there is so much to say about the newest addition to my “local” wine area. I use the term local loosely because other than the one local winery in Abilene, it takes me...

Get Your Tickets Now for the Wine Lovers Celebration Passport 2026

Texas Wine Lover 1/23 3:41A Jeff Cope

Love is in the air, wine is in your glass, and the Texas Hill Country is calling. From January 26 through February 27, 2026, the Texas Hill Country Wineries’ (THCW s)  Wine Lovers Celebration invites you to explore more than 55 participating...

Texas Hill Country Wine Weekend Itinerary for First Timers

Texas Wine Lover 1/21 8:00A Gus Hall

This guide is for 21+ visitors (legal drinking age in the U.S.). Texas Hill Country is one of those places where a weekend can feel full without feeling packed. The secret is pacing: fewer stops, more time to actually sit down, snack, talk, and...

Small, But Many: A Texas Gulf Coast Wine Growers’ Perspective

Texas Wine Lover 1/16 5:11A Jeff Cope

By James Kasparek Vineyards in the Texas Gulf Coast region are small, but many. These small growers form the backbone of the largest white grape variety grown in Texas, Blanc du Bois, which is...

A Night of Champions: Texas Wine Shines at the San Antonio Champion Wine Auction

Texas Wine Lover 1/13 12:52A Robin English-Bircher

For 15 years, the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo has held wine events to raise money for S.A.L.E. (San Antonio Livestock Exposition). As has become tradition, the rodeo recently held the Champion Wine Auction to celebrate the winning wineries...

The Wine Society of Texas Announces 2026 Scholarship Program

Texas Wine Lover 1/8 10:29P Jeff Cope

Press Release The Wine Society of Texas (WST) is pleased to announce that it will provide up to $11,000 in scholarships to worthy students or individuals pursuing wine and winery education,...