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Salado Re-INVIGORATED!

STOP by Salado, TX and check out all the new energy!

Have you been by Salado lately, if not, then you definitely need to come by and check out the NEW IMPROVED version we’re sporting!

First off, the construction is finished!  Yay!!  Now it is super easy to get to our winery.  On top of that, the new highway looks great.  You know how nice new construction always looks?  This project has really come together.  One of the biggest highlights is that there is a stagecoach mural and it is right near the winery.

stagecoach mural on I-35

 

Speaking of “stagecoach” the biggest news in town is that the Stagecoach Inn Restaurant is open!  The food is fabulous, the decor is beautiful and the service cannot be beat.  It is a wonderful blend of classics and modern, both on the menu and throughout the building.  I recommend you make a reservation, but even if you aren’t hungry, stop by the bar to have a drink and soak up the ambiance.  Click here for some pictures from our dinner.

Stagecoach Inn Restaurant is OPEN

And if you’re looking for something new and different, check out the cool new e-bikes at LoneStar eBikes.  Howling Wolff moved a few doors down into a gorgeous new location and LoneStar e-bikes moved into Howling Wolff’s old spot.

So lot’s of changes, new businesses and shiny re-builds.  To keep up with the fun things in Salado, we recommend you follow “Keep Salado Salty“. They love to promote all of Salado’s goodness.  And don’t forget our favorites:  Salado Glassworks, Barrow Brewing & Classics on Main.  Have a great summer!

Salado Glassworks

Cabernet Sauvignon Harvest 2016

One last chance this year to harvest grapes! Our Cabernet Sauvignon harvest will be Saturday, September 3.

How to Get There
The vineyard is at 21724 Hill Road, Salado, TX, 76571. Exit 279 I-35 and we’re just a quarter mile up Hill Road on the east side of I-35. The vineyard is on the right side of Hill Road. You’ll see the vines from the road!

What to Bring
We will start bright and early at 7 am and go until all the grapes are picked, usually before noon. Wear comfortable, cool clothing. You’ll want to bring a hat, sunscreen, bug spray, and lots of water to start with. We’ll provide everything else you need, including more cold water. If you have a favorite pair of pruners feel free to bring them, but we’ll have plenty for you. We recommend tennis shoes because sometimes there is stinging nettle or a hidden ant mound but you can wear sandals if you like. Sometimes folks like to wear light cotton gloves to protect your manicure or help prevent wasp stings, but there are no thorns on grape vines. Harvest is family friendly, so feel free to bring the kiddos…#Wineryboy has been picking grapes since he was 1!

The After Party
After harvest in the morning, you can join us at the winery to watch grape processing. The grapes will be de-stemmed and crushed using a machine then prepared for fermentation.

RSVP
If you’re coming, text your RSVP to 254.466.5813 or RSVP on Facebook.

FOOD!
Our friends at Hecho en Queso will be out at the vineyard until 10:30 or 11 the morning of Cab Sauv harvest, September 3. They’ll be serving up breakfast tacos and more, so make sure to come ready to eat!

Harvest 2016–UPDATED!

Here are the 2016 chardonnay and sangiovese pickin' people

Here are the 2016 chardonnay and sangiovese pickin’ people

The harvest season is already half over and our plans have changed some.  The chardonnay and the sangiovese was harvested July 30th.  The merlot harvest has been pushed back to August 13 and the Cabernet Sauvignon might be ready before Thanksgiving!

Here is the plan as of August 1, 2016.

How to Get There
The vineyard is at 21724 Hill Road, Salado, TX, 76571. Exit 279 off I-35 and we’re just a quarter-mile up Hill Road on the East side of I-35. The vineyard is on the right side of Hill Road. You’ll see the vines from the road!

What to Bring
We will start bright and early at 7 am and go until all the grapes are picked, usually before noon. Wear comfortable, cool clothing. You’ll want to bring a hat, sunscreen, bug spray, and lots of water to start with. We’ll provide everything else you need, including more cold water. If you have a favorite pair of pruners feel free to bring them, but we’ll have plenty for you. We recommend tennis shoes because sometimes there is stinging nettle or a hidden ant mound but you can wear sandals if you like.  Sometimes folks like to wear light cotton gloves to protect their manicure or help prevent wasp stings, but there are no thorns on grape vines. Harvest is family friendly, so feel free to bring the kiddos…Dino has been picking grapes since he was 1!

The After Party
After harvest in the morning, you can join us at the winery to watch grape processing. Our grapes will be de-stemmed and crushed using a machine then the chardonnay will be pressed and red grapes will be prepared for fermentation.

RSVP
If you’re coming, text your RSVP to 254.466.5813 or RSVP on the Facebook event pages (links below), and we’ll let you know if the plan changes.  Otherwise, see you there!

pickingHarvest Day 2
Saturday, August 13 from 7 am – 10 am
Merlot (probably) grapes

Sign up online here so we know how many people to expect and invite your friends!

 

 

processing grapesHarvest Days 3
DATE TBD
Cabernet Sauvignon 

Check out our Facebook page for details on our last two grape varietals to be picked! It will likely be Saturday, August 20th or 27th.

OPEN July 4th!

yes, we're OPEN!

yes, we’re OPEN!

We are OPEN, 12-6, Monday, July 4th, 2016 and all the other days as well.

Hope to see you at the winery, but if not, have a happy and safe holiday and Happy 4th of July!

Salado Swirl 2016

join the fun!

join the fun!

Friday, July  8th from 6:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. the Salado Chamber of Commerce/Tourism Bureau will host its annual Salado Swirl. Experience and enjoy the wine offerings as you see, sniff, swirl, sniff, sip and savor! Stops will have wine and food offerings that are pleasing to all culinary palettes. Trolley transportation is available between stops.

Tickets are $29.95 per person and you must be 21 or over to participate. Passports are provided and must be presented at Swirl locations. Tickets are limited and must be purchased online.

Looking for a place to stay afterwards?  Salado lodging, great eats, and more are listed at www.salado.com

Friday, July 08, 2016
Phone: (254) 947-5040
E-mail: [email protected]
Event tickets: www.eventbrite.com/e/salado-swirl-2016-tickets-25331289569

Salado on the Rocks 2016

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Friday, February 12, 2016, 6-10 pm

We will be one of the 5 stops…here are the details

The Village of Salado invites you to its 4th annual – “Salado on the Rocks” 

Take life with a grain of salt, a slice of lime and a shot of Salado!  “Salado on the Rocks” will be held throughout the Village of Salado on Friday, February 12 from 6-10 p.m.

This event, which kicks off Valentine’s weekend, promises to delight your culinary senses by including signature drinks and savory appetizers from some of Salado’s finest establishments providing just the right appetite teaser for you to continue the evening with dinner at one of the night’s participating venues.  You and your party will participate by following the “stops” that are outlined on your Passport as you move around for the evening.

This is a ticketed event at $39.95 per person with a 300 person limit. To make sure you get in, make your reservations early by going to www.salado.com/events.  The price of the ticket includes your very own”Salado on the Rocks” cup, a goody bag and of course your Passport for the event.  Continue your weekend meant for Valentine friends and lovers by staying at one of Salado’s phenomenal lodging facilities including a wonderful assortment of bed and breakfasts with the following specials:

  • The Inn at Salado –  20% off room nights; www.inn-at-salado.com
  • Holiday Inn Express – 10% discount off the Best Flexible Rate,www.hiexpress.com
  • Stone Creek Settlement B & B – romantic spa bath package,www.stonecreeksettlement.com
  • Baines House B & B  – 10% discount to active and retired military plus a rose, candy and a sumptuous pink dessert for breakfast,www.baineshouse.com
  • Yellow House B & B – 20% off for a 2 night stay,www.yellowhousebandb.com
  • Red Barn Hideaway – complimentary champagne and ½ dozen chocolate covered strawberries; www.redbarnhideaway.com
  • Inn on the Creek – Valentine’s Day Special Package including night’s stay, sumptuous dinner, champagne and chocolate and breakfast in bed; www.inncreek.com

For a more complete list go to www.salado.com/stay.

Spend Saturday experiencing all the best of Salado including the grounds by spring fed Salado Creek, Pace Park, quaint shops and artists’ galleries. Merchants have special offers all day on Saturday, Feb. 13 including free samples from Angelic Herbs.   CIG Glass Studio & Gallery is giving away beautiful hand blown Valentine hearts which you can pick up by presenting your Passport.

 

TASTE of SALADO 2016

get your tickets for taste of salado before they sell out

Artwork by Chelsea B. Allison

SATURDAY, February 27th, 2016, 6 to 9 pm

Please join us for an evening of tastes to savor from Salado’s finest B & Bs and Inns as well as our curated art auction featuring original pieces of art from Salado’s talented artist community.  Seating is limited so reserve your tickets early.Each ticket purchased includes one glass of wine from Salado Wine Seller, a taste from recipes created by each of Salado’s B & Bs and Inns, and a chance at a drawing.
WHEN
WHERE
Jack’s Barn. 535 Pace Park Road. Salado, TX 76571 – View Map

TICKETS https://www.eventbrite.com/e/taste-of-salado-2016-tickets-19620894624?aff=es2

ORGANIZER Public Arts League of Salado

The Public Arts League of Salado was formed in 2002 with
the mission of promoting public arts and artists in the
following four ways:

  1. Identify objects and activities of current and historical distinction
  2. Provide information and education about the arts in Salado and elsewhere
  3. Obtain grants and moneys to fund public arts projects in and around Salado
  4. Ensure that Salado’s public arts are presented and maintained appropriately

Artwork by Chelsea B. Allison

Our 10th Anniversary

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Salado Winery & Salado Wine Seller, started in 2005

Saturday, November 7th, 6 pm

Join us in celebrating our 10th anniversary!  We will have food, entertainment, prizes, a special sale and naturally WINE!  This will be a family friendly event and should be a great time.  Tickets on Eventbrite, see below…

Live above Salado Winery

Apartment for rent

The Winery upstairs apartment is now available!  That’s right folks, you can live above Salado Winery and smell the fermentation!  We have just finished refurbishing the 1,250 square foot apartment, filled it with brand new appliances, new counters, new sinks and  fixtures and we have it reserved for you.  Check out the beautiful view of the sunset from your giant private deck.  This apartment has one very large master suite, cute office/guest alcove, and a bonus room. There’s ample storage space and built-ins, brand spankin’ new floors and a fresh coat of paint.

Water is included with the rent and our winery wi-fi is generally available.  The apartment is on the second floor, so you will have to climb stairs, but there is a washer and dryer included so no trips to the laundromat.

Oh, and the location!  Next door is the Salado Sculpture park.  Walk another block to the grocery store, library, post office and the famous Village of Salado shops filled with antiques, art and of course, don’t forget the yummy restaurants nearby.

Don’t forget to ask us about wine discounts and the best parking spot for the annual TX Wine and Rogue Art Fest. We are located at 841 N. Main Street and can be reached at our business phone # 254.947.8011 if you would like to come by and take a look.

Oh, and the limo isn’t included–sorry! But we hear there are pretty nice downstairs neighbors. 🙂

private entrance from outside

Private entrance from downstairs porch.

outside deck

Upstairs private deck with built-in bench. Two sets of French doors for nice evenings!

view from deck--watch the sunset!

View from deck–watch the sunset!

 

Awesome evening light.

 

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Built-ins for days.

bathroom sink detail

Bathroom sink close-up.

 

bathroom has storage along with giant walk in closet

bathroom has storage along with giant walk in closet

 

washer and dryer

Washer and dryer.

 

kitchen overview (dishwasher included but not visible)

Kitchen with tons of built-ins. NEW stainless steel dishwasher included but not visible.

brand new stove & oven

Brand NEW stove & oven.

 

 

View from kitchen toward master suite and entrance.

NEW fridge!

NEW fridge with ice maker!

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Alcove – use it for an office, kids’ room, or guest room!

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Huge master suite.

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Bonus room.

This is Winerycat, she hangs out on the porch and greets winedrinkers. She'll greet you too!

This is Winery Cat. She hangs out on the porch and greets wine drinkers. She’ll greet you too!

Cabernet Sauvignon Harvest–August 22

is that YOU in the big hat, picking grapes?

is that YOU in the big hat, picking grapes?

Saturday, August 22nd at 7:00 am, this is the last bunch for the 2015 season, and we welcome you to join us! The vineyard is at 21724 Hill Road, Salado, TX, 76571.

Wear sunscreen, bug spray and a big hat. If you have a favorite pair of pruners then bring them, but we’ll have plenty for you. Dress for heat, but be prepared for anything. I recommend shoes and socks because sometimes there is pigweed that stings or a hidden ant mound and I prefer a little protection for my toesies, but you can wear sandals if you like. Sometimes folks like to wear light cotton gloves, that might help prevent wasp stings, but there are no thorns, so gloves not required.

Families are welcome, the work isn’t hard, just the heat can be a bit discouraging. We will pick until all grapes are harvested, usually around 11 or 12 noon.

If you’re coming, text your RSVP to 254.466.5813, and I will let you know if the plan changes. Otherwise, see you there!

Then join us in the afternoon at the winery to witness the last crush of the season.  The cab sauv grapes will be destemmed, crushed and then I’ll add some yeast and let them start the fermentation.  The air conditioning is set to “cold” and this is the best time of the year to come check it all out.