More than 60 vineyards, wineries and tasting rooms throughout Texas Hill Country draw oenophiles to local accommodations like Walden Retreats.
Fifteen luxurious safari tents dot the hillside at the Neely expanded Walden Retreats overlooking the Pedernales River in Texas Hill Country.
Clawfoot tub in the posh Walden Retreats
Luxurious 'tents' with river views provide every comfort in Texas wine country's Walden Retreats.
More than 60 vineyards, wineries and tasting rooms throughout Texas Hill Country draw oenophiles to local accommodations like Walden Retreats.
Fifteen luxurious safari tents dot the hillside at the Neely expanded Walden Retreats overlooking the Pedernales River in Texas Hill Country.
Clawfoot tub in the posh Walden Retreats
Luxurious 'tents' with river views provide every comfort in Texas wine country's Walden Retreats.
Thanks to German traditions, guesthouses outnumber hotel rooms in Fredericksburg. The Gathering, a collection of six stand-alone rentals with private hot tubs and Texas chic interiors, welcomes guests about a mile off of Main Street.
In the heart of downtown, the Winchester Lodge offers rustic rooms, outdoor amenities like a pool and fireplace as well as delectable breakfast baskets delivered to your door each morning.
As the sun sets over manicured rows of lush grapevines, a guitarist tunes his instrument on an outdoor stage. Small groups tucked away under s…
Or truly get away from it all without sacrificing an ounce of luxury and check into the recently expanded Walden Retreats just outside Johnson City. Deluxe safari tents come with primo bedding, claw-foot tubs and dreamy views of the Pedernales River valley.
Chardonnays and pinot noirs generally don’t grow well in Texas. Instead, vintners there are introducing some unique new varietals into the regional wine lexicon. Get to know what’s growing before you go.
Picpoul Blanc: “Picpoul” means “lip stinger” en français, so expect bright acidity from this white wine grape.
Tannat: A French native made famous in Uruguay, find this tannin bomb in Texas reds and roses.
Malvasia Bianca: Among the world’s most ancient varietals and yet still somehow a mystery, this white wine grape generally manifests crisp, fruity flavors.
Counoise: This peppery and bright red makes for a light-bodied single varietal.
Alicante Bouschet: For a hint as to this red wine grape’s nature, look to its Portuguese nickname: Writer’s ink.
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