2026 International Women’s Wine Competition – Texas Results

Texas Wine Lover 6/19 12:27A Jeff Cope

Winners have been announced in the 19th annual Women’s International Wine & Spirits Competition (IWWSC). The competition, which took place recently in Santa Rosa, Calif., was founded on the premise...

BOĆE Coasters Review

Texas Wine Lover 6/18 12:30A Jeff Cope

We received the product for review and all opinions are our own. Some links are affiliate links meaning at no additional cost to you, this site may get a small commission if you make a purchase. I have done many wine accessory reviews over the...

2026 Decanter World Wine Awards – Texas Results

Texas Wine Lover 6/17 2:02A Jeff Cope

The results of this year’s  Decanter World Wine Awards  (DWWA) were released, revealing a global wine landscape that is more diverse, competitive and exciting than ever before. As the world s largest wine competition, DWWA offers a unique snapshot...

Meredith Reed Winemaker Profile

Texas Wine Lover 6/16 12:57A Jeff Cope

Some winemakers start their career in another field and then discover the wine industry, which leads them down a different path. Meredith Reed is someone who worked in the healthcare field, but once she discovered the wine industry, it was the...

Grapevine, Texas: A Summer Destination for Grown-Up Getaways

Texas Wine Lover 6/11 2:47A Jeff Cope

Press Release Grapevine is the ideal destination in North Texas for refreshing adult getaways and day trips this summer. Located on the shores of Lake Grapevine and home to Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport, this Vintage Texas destination...

DQ RESTAURANTS IN TEXAS INVITE FANS TO SHARE THEIR THIS IS MY BLIZZARD STORY

DeSoto BubbleLife iReporter 6/8 10:12P Mary Jane Coker

DQ restaurants in Texas are celebrating the traditions, sweet moments and one-of-a-kind memories Texans have shared over the years with the launch of the This Is My Blizzard summer campaign. From...

2026 Pacific Rim Wine Competition – Texas Results

Texas Wine Lover 6/5 1:45A Jeff Cope

The Pacific Rim International Wine Competition was founded in 1985 by a group of winemakers, vintners, and educators passionate about making great wines accessible to the public. The Pacific Rim Competition took place at the historic National...

5th Annual Texas Wine Auction Weekend Raises Over $300,000 for Mental Health and Texas Wine Industry...

Texas Wine Lover 6/4 2:45A Jeff Cope

Photo Credit: Stacy Lorraine Photography Press Release The Texas Wine Auction Foundation celebrated a successful 5th Annual Texas Wine Auction Weekend on May 1–2 at Carter Creek Winery Resort & Spa , bringing together more than 300 guests,...

Bending Branch Promotes Jennifer Cernosek

Texas Wine Lover 6/3 1:42A Jeff Cope

Jennifer Cernosek Press Release Bending Branch announced it has named its first Chief Operating Officer, promoting Jennifer Cernosek to the new position. Since joining the winery as direct-to-consumer manager in 2018, Cernosek has advanced from...

7 Creeks Vineyard Grower Profile

Texas Wine Lover 6/2 12:19A Jeff Cope

Jerry Horne Another popular Hill Country winery with an estate vineyard is 7 Creeks Vineyard . The winery is located in Burnet and is family-run by the Horne family, with everyone taking a certain role. We previously featured Briggs Horne with a...

Amsler Hills Winery Wins at Wine Competition

Texas Wine Lover 5/29 12:47A Jeff Cope

Press Release Amsler Hills Winery is pleased to announce that we earned four medals at the 2026 National Small Producer Wine Invitational, including a Gold Medal for our Private Reserve Red Texas Blend. Our award‑winning wines include: Private...

Barrels & Bites 2026 Invites Wine Lovers to Explore the Texas Hill Country One Sip at a Time

Texas Wine Lover 5/26 12:07A Jeff Cope

Texas Hill Country Wineries is once again bringing wine lovers together for one of the most anticipated tasting events of the summer with the return of Barrels & Bites, happening June 12-14, 2026, across the Texas Hill Country. This immersive,...

Morgan Lee Winemaker Profile

Texas Wine Lover 5/19 12:13A Jeff Cope

At Covington Cellars , winemaker Morgan Lee brings a unique perspective shaped by more than two decades in the wine industry and a passion for crafting wines that are both thoughtful and approachable. While the winery’s roots are in Washington,...

Republic Wine Castle Opens in Johnson City With Texas Wine, Boots, Hats, and Big Plans

Texas Wine Lover 5/14 12:23A Jeff Cope

Back in January, the announcement that Republic Boot Company had purchased the iconic former 290 Wine Castle property in Johnson City created a massive buzz across Texas wine and Hill Country tourism circles. The idea of combining handcrafted...

North Texas Wine Jam Brings Wine, Music, and Creative Culture to Lost Oak Winery This June

Texas Wine Lover 5/12 1:07A Jeff Cope

A brand-new Texas wine festival is making its debut this summer, and it sounds like one North Texas wine lovers will not want to miss. The inaugural North Texas Wine Jam is coming to Lost Oak Winery on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 3 p.m. to 9...