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Just returned from the annual TWGGA conference

grow! grow! grow!

I just got back from the annual TWGGA conference and I must say I was amazed at how much the Texas wine industry is growing!  This info graphic by Kris Chislett sums up a few dazzling facts and demonstrates the tremendous growth.  You can find Kris’s take on the whole thing here.

My take?  Well, I’m incredibly excited to see the new opportunities, it was wonderful to meet all the new folks, and I’m grateful to be part of something so dynamic!  I can’t wait until next year.

Buy Barrels from Salado Wine Seller!

Barrels for sale!

Wanna buy a barrel?

We are getting ready to buy used wine barrels from California, want some?  We sell used barrels for $125/each.  You can pay a deposit to reserve a barrel, or you can fill out our form and we’ll contact you when the barrels arrive.

UPDATE – May 7, 2015: At this time we do not have any barrels. We will post again if we order barrels and have them available for our customers sometime soon!

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New Release–2012 Chardonnay

First release of the vintage 2012!

We’re so excited about our first batch of chardonnay from our own vineyard that we’ve rushed it into the bottle to make it available to you.  This is unfiltered, so it looks a bit cloudy, but we think you’ll enjoy it.  We’ll have it open for tasting during “Uncorked” the juried art show on Friday, October 26, 2012.

Wine Jouneys

“Wine Journeys” by KNCT

I’m on TV!

New Release–Diamond Back

It’s finally here!  These grapes were harvested AUG 2009.  It is a blend of grapes from Central Texas including our 2009 Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot. Vanilla notes and hints of raisins.

New Release–Rootin’ Tootin’

Rootin’ Tootin’ 2011 is now available for sale! …only 5 cases made..!

 This is a sweet red wine made from the sangiovese grapes grown in our vineyard in Salado.  It is light & fruity a touch tart and hopefully this year it won’t re-ferment in the bottle (although some of you loved that bubbly effect).

 

2012 Salado Winery Harvest Statistics

time to ferment

Our BIGGEST year yet!

We’ve processed quite a few grapes this summer, in fact, we made wine from 9 tons of grapes, all from central Texas.

Our vineyard here in Salado grew one ton of Sangiovese, a half ton each of cabernet sauvignon and merlot and more than a half ton of chardonnay.  That means we have over 160 gallons of Rootin Tootin for next year!  As well as 85 gallons of chardonnay and 150 gallons Wild Hare (cab + merlot).

From our friends in Belton, we harvested 4 tons of Blanc Dubois and Black Spanish!  These grapes were new to us and presented us with many winemaking challenges do to the thick skins and tough nature of the grape.

The Black Rock Vineyard co-op brought in a ton of white and red grapes, mixed varieties and we hope to make some sparkling white from some of the white grapes.

From Belle Crest Vineyard had almost a ton of tempranillo, malbec and cabernet  sauvignon.  They had so much fun at harvest, they even stomped on their grapes!  (see story)

So there you have it, in total we made about 1400 gallons of wine for the 2012 vintage.  And don’t forget, one exceptionally cute baby (I’m obviously un-biased).

Belton Blanc DuBois

Last week we made 220 gallons of white wine.  The grapes are Blanc DuBois and they were grown in a vineyard in Belton near the Lampasas River.  This was the first time we started a white wine here at Salado Winery, so it took a little trial and error to perfect our technique of processing the grapes.  We’re running a chiller to keep the juice cool as it ferments into wine.  I’m hoping we can get this white wine ready quickly, but we shall see!

Evening of Yoga & Wine

breathe deeply, smell the wine, sip wonderful

Thursday, July 12, 6:30 pm

breathe deeply, smell the wine, sip the wonderful

6:30 pm–A wonderful, full hour plus a wee bit more of an outstanding yoga class that will stretch each part of your body & soul. Unwind the mind, practice restorative poses, and receive cosmic goodness.

7:30 pm–A terrific, refreshing glass of locally made Texas wine accompanied by a happy plate of cheese and fruit. Reservations are encouraged so that the appropriate amount of food can be anticipated, but reservations are not required, so if moved by the spirit at the last minute, then come on down and join us! Cost is $18 person or $30 couple.
 
Try out Tiffany’s yoga class during an Evening of Yoga & Wine, then contact Tiffany to find her other classes around Central Texas. If you have a mat, please bring it, but if not, we have a few to lend out. All levels are welcome and typically we have folks who have never done yoga and folks who are experienced. Questions and so on, email [email protected].
 
We can also organize a special Evening of Yoga & Wine for your group. Minimum 10 folks, this has worked well with a couple of mom’s clubs in the area.
 
Namaste

Evening of Yoga and Wine!

Thursday, June 14, 6:30 pm

breathe deeply, smell the wine, sip the wonderful

6:30 pm–A wonderful, full hour plus a wee bit more of an outstanding yoga class that will stretch each part of your body & soul. Unwind the mind, practice restorative poses, and receive cosmic goodness.

7:30 pm–A terrific, refreshing glass of locally made Texas wine accompanied by a happy plate of cheese and fruit. Reservations are encouraged so that the appropriate amount of food can be anticipated, but reservations are not required, so if moved by the spirit at the last minute, then come on down and join us! Cost is $18 person or $30 couple.
 
Try out Tiffany’s yoga class during an Evening of Yoga & Wine, then contact Tiffany to find her other classes around Central Texas. If you have a mat, please bring it, but if not, we have a few to lend out. All levels are welcome and typically we have folks who have never done yoga and folks who are experienced. Questions and so on, email [email protected].
 
We can also organize a special Evening of Yoga & Wine for your group. Minimum 10 folks, this has worked well with a couple of mom’s clubs in the area.
 
Namaste