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San Gabriel Wine Trail!

Do you want to experience multiple wineries wines in the Salado, Florence, and Georgetown area????? If so, come join us Saturday, June 11th for the San Gabriel Wine Trail. Each winery will be featuring 3 different wines and will have some food to snack on. You can either drive yourself or take the bus! If you want to take the bus you better get your tickets ASAP!!!!!!!! There are two buses this year, one from Salado Wine Seller and one from Georgetown Winery. For more information AND TICKETS go to http://www.sangabrielwinetrail.com/

Texas Wine & Rogue Art Fest

Saturday, March 26, 12-5 pm & Sunday, March 27, 12-4 pm

Join us for a wonderful afternoon of wine tasting and art! Featuring 20 wineries, a tremendous viewing of artists and their works from around Texas, and, of course, delectable foods.

Free admission! $10 at the door buys six tasting tickets & souvenir wine glass. $5 for 4 additional tickets.

For more information, please see www.saladowinefestival.com

TEXAS SOMMELIERS, Wine Experts Select Top Lone Star Wines

AUSTIN, Texas – Feb. 22, 2011 – In the first-ever Texas Sommelier Tasting, nearly a dozen sommeliers and wine experts blind tasted more than 100 Texas wines to select their favorites that best represent Texas and its terroir. From Blanc du Bois grown in Coastal sandy soils to Mediterranean varieties like Tempranillo, Sangiovese and Vermentino that are flourishing in the High Plains, Texas is producing high-quality wines that appeal to a wide range of wine consumers.

“While Texas makes some outstanding Cabernet Sauvignons, Merlots and Chardonnays, winemakers across the Lone Star State are not afraid to introduce wine consumers to new wines well-suited for our climate and our Southwestern foods,” said Robert Champion, state coordinator of the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Wine Marketing Program.

The first in what will be an ongoing Texas Sommelier Tasting program, the blind tasting was designed to provide a snapshot of wines consumers can look forward to tasting this year in winery tasting rooms or when purchased at retailers and restaurants. The tasting took place in Austin on Jan. 17.

“This tasting showed the strength of the Texas wine industry and how well Mediterranean varieties are doing,” said Drew Hendricks, MS, director of beverage education and wine for the Houston-based Pappas Restaurant Group and one of the sommelier tasters. “There are many new and exciting wineries as well.”

“The list of wines below provides a great start to finding the perfect Texas wine for any meal, cheese or dessert pairing. There are many Texas award-winning wines that you might enjoy,” Champion said. “Your best bet is to try Texas wines for yourself and see what you like.”

Here are the favorites among the wine professionals:

Chardonnay
Llano Estacado, 2009 Unoaked Chardonnay
Fall Creek Vineyards, 2009 Chardonnay

Viognier
Lone Oak Winery, 2010 Viognier
Brennan Vineyards, 2009 Viognier

Blanc du Bois
Haak Vineyards and Winery, 2010 Dry Blanc du Bois
Lone Oak Winery, 2010 Blanc du Bois
Enoch’s Stomp, 2009 Off-Dry Blanc du Bois
Haak Vineyards and Winery, 2010 Semi-Sweet Blanc du Bois
Pinot Grigio
Texas Hills Vineyard, 2008 Pinot Grigio

Riesling
Bell Mountain Vineyards, 2007 Late Harvest Riesling

Other Whites
Duchman Family Winery, 2009 Vermentino
Llano Estacado, 2009 Viviana
Landon Winery, 2010 Gewurztraminer

Rosé
Driftwood Estate Winery, 2010 Dry Rosé
McPherson Cellars, 2009 Rosé of Syrah
Messina Hof Wine Cellars, 2010 Sophia Marie Rosé

Rhone and Bordeaux Blends Becker Vineyards, 2009 Prairie Rotie Inwood Estates Vineyards, 2006 Magellan
Messina Hof Wine Cellars, 2006 Paulo Bordeaux Blend

Merlot
Grape Creek Vineyards, 2008 Merlot
Pedernales Cellars, 2008 Merlot

Syrah
Brennan Vineyards, 2007 Syrah

Petite Syrah
Torre di Pietra Vineyards, 2008 Petite Syrah

Tempranillo/Tempranillo Blends
Inwood Estates Vineyards, 2008 Cornelius
Inwood Estates Vineyards, 2007 Tempranillo-Cabernet
Pedernales Cellars, 2008 Tempranillo
Red Caboose Winery and Vineyard, 2007 Tempranillo
La Buena Vida Vineyards-Springtown, 2005 Smith Estate Tempranillo

Cabernet Sauvignon
Crump Valley Vineyards, 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon
Brennan Vineyards, 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon
Kiepersol Estates Winery, 2007 Texas Cabernet Sauvignon

Red Blends
Brushy Creek Vineyards, NV Trois Amis
Pedernales Cellars, 2008 Kuhlken Vineyards Reserve
Red Caboose Winery and Vineyard, 2008 Lenoir/Tempranillo
Sandstone Cellars, 2009 X Llano Estacado, 2007 Viviano
Fall Creek Vineyards, 2006 Meritus
Other Reds
Duchman Family Winery, 2009 Dolcetto
Duchman Family Winery, 2009 Montepulciano
Messina Hof Wine Cellars, 2009 Private Reserve Cabernet Franc
Sandstone Cellars, 2009 VII

Dessert/Port
Enoch’s Stomp, 2009 Sweet Lenoir
Grape Creek Vineyards, NV Port
Pleasant Hill Winery, NV Tawny Rosso Forte
Texas Hills Vineyard, 2008 Moscato
Stone House Vineyard, NV Scheming Beagle Port
McPherson Cellars, NV Chansa Solera Reserva Sherry
Enoch’s Stomp, 2009 Ellen’s Sweet Song

With more than 215 wineries, Texas is the fifth-largest wine producing state and seventh-largest grape producer. For more information about Texas wine, go to www.gotexanwine.org.

San Gabriel Wine Trail

On January 29th from 12-6pm we will be 1 of 5 wineries that will be participating in the San Gabriel Wine Trail.

“Winter Escape” San Gabriel Wine Trail!

Sponsored by
Georgetown Winery
Inwood Estates Vineyards
Salado Wine Seller
Salado Creek Winery
Silver & Stone Wine Bar
The Vineyard at Florence

$35 Ticket includes:
~ San Gabriel Wine Trail Signature Wine Glass
~ Three Tastings at each of the Six Locations
~ “Warm and Spicey” Food Pairings at the Five Wineries
~ 6-Pak Wine Tote

Enjoy the beautiful Hill Country drive or Ride on a Luxury Chartered Bus, leaving from the Square in Georgetown at 11:30 a.m. & Returning at approx 6:30 p.m.
Bus Ticket is an additional $20 and is limited to the first 45 Purchasers

Tickets available at each Winery or go to www.SanGabrielWineTrail.com
Or call, 254-793-3114

Gift Certificates

Gift Certificates at Salado Wine Seller

Gift certificates available at Salado Wine Seller in any amount. These are not those silly credit card style ones that lose value over time, these are good old fashioned certificates that you choose the amount and purchase for your favorite Texas wine lover.

And just think, while you’re picking up a gift certificate, you get to try some wine yourself. 5 tastes for $3 and $1 to taste the Haak Madeira.

5th Anniversary Party!

2005 ribbon cutting for Salado Wine Seller

Time to celebrate 5 years in business!

Thursday, December 9, 6-8 pm

Please join us at our open house. Come play “Corkpull“–pull the lucky cork and win a prize. Taste Sheldon’s Savory Salado Wine punch. Contest to name the top 5 selling wines of the last five years. Stop by for appetizers, specials, and celebration of 5 years in business!

‘Dillo Dally

Have you tried ‘Dillo Dally?

Our sweet and lovable signature red, this fun fellow is our favorite. Aroma of roses and plums to tickle your nose followed by flavors of black currants and fig with a hint of pepper and anise. This pairs well with your favorite foods, especially Texas beef barbeque, french fries, and chewy fudge brownies! If you don’t believe us about the brownies, check this review here.

This is our best selling wine! We’ve sold over 400 cases in the last 5 years. Speaking of 5 years, our anniversary party is Thursday, December 9, 6-8 pm. It will be like an open house and we hope you’ll stop by and enter our contests including “name the top 5 best selling wines for the lst 5 years”. HINT, HINT!

Fundraiser for Flood Victim

FUNDRAISER for Salado Creek Winery

Thursday, September 23

Time	Thursday, September 23 · 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Location	Georgetown Winery 715 N. Main St. Georgetown, TX

Created By	Georgetown Winery

More Info	FUNDRAISER set for Salado Creek Winery on Sep 23rd at 6pm-9pm at Georgetown Winery-food and live entertainment. Due to the recent floods and the winery has had a complete loss we are committed to helping them reopen by Oct 15th. We are looking for donations for silent auction items, monitary donations and furniture …and fixtures that can help Jon & Dottie repoen their winery.

6th Annual Texas Fall Fest & Wine Auction

CELEBRATE TOTALLY TEXAS FLAVORS…

It’s almost time for the 6th Annual Texas Fall Fest & Wine Auction where guests can sip and savor Texas’ best culinary and wine offerings in the heart of the Texas Hill Country.

Texas Wineries will once again host this special weekend beginning Friday, October 8 through Sunday, 10, 2010.

The three-day festival kicks-off Friday evening with “Sunset on the Lake”. Stroll the sumptuous tables of fabulous fare prepared from the best chefs and restaurants in the Hill Country and beyond. Savor wares of Texas Winemakers as they boost your knowledge of their newest and most delicious wine varieties. Tap your toe or dance the night away on the covered patio. Bid on wine and chef packages, jewelry, art and great packages at our silent auction benefiting the Hill Country Court Appointed Special Assistance for children (C.A.S.A) and Texas Wine and Grape Research.

Sip, Savor and Stroll as we host the 4th annual Chef’s Taste-Off”. Wes Marshall, wine writer for Austin Chronicle and Dallas Morning News, and Randy McCrea, wine columnist for the Williamson County Sun and the Texas Wine Correspondent for Houston’s My Table magazine and other wine writers from around the state will award of the delectable dishes the “BEST of the FEST” award. 6:30 – 9:00 pm. $40/person.

The Texas Fall Fest continues Saturday night “Trail o’ Food” Texas Celebrity Chef Dinner and Auction with Cowboy Chef Grady Spears!

Begin a Progressive Dinner Stroll down Main Street, stopping at Specialty Shops to browse and enjoy “Street Food” appetizers paired with a delicious choice of Texas Wines. Then, we’ll convene under the Dinner Tent at Chef Grady Spear’s Table, accented by Texas Hill Country Music.

“Raise your Paddle” for the Live Texas Wine Auction….as you won’t want to miss out on the Wine Country Selections and Chefs’ Special Offerings! Strolling Appetizer & Wine Reception included with Full Dinner Price – $75 per person OR Strolling Appetizer & Wine Reception is sold separately at $25 per person.

The Sunday “Farm to Market & Wine Fair”, featuring all things locally grown, will be held in Downtown Marble Fall from 12noon to 4:00pm, and will be an entertaining finale to the spectacular wine and food offered during this weekend’s events.

Fair goers will peruse the big tent of vendors presenting for purchase their locally grown/produced olive oils, meats, produce, chocolates, breads, and all things fresh, complimented by the best Texas wines, available by the taste, glass or bottles.

The $15 gate fee includes 10 coupons for tastes at the wineries and a commemorative glass for you to take home!

A complete weekend pass to all events is available for only $125/person or $110/TWGGA member. Individual Events tickets are for sale and offer a TWGGA member discount!

For more information on the weekend pass and individual event ticket sales, please visit www.texasfallfest.com or call the Texas Wine & Grape Growers Association at 817-424-0570.

WE ARE MAKING WINE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

We are all super excited that we have the opportunity to start making wine at our shop this year!!!! The Black Rock Vineyard Association brought over 2 barrels and some other equipment this past weekend. They added the necessary ingrediants and now we get to stir and mash multiple times every day. We are going to start harvesting and making wine from our own vineyard this upcomming weekend the 21st & 22nd of Aug. Here are some pictures of the process. We will keep you updated. Stop by the shop to check it out in person!

Bringing in the Barrels! Sat Aug 14th

Talking about the Wine Making!

This is what it looks like the same day it was picked after the grapes are put through the 1st press. Mostly to get the stems and leaves out and to break the skins so the juice will come out.