1 00:00:00,000 --> 00:00:04,000 Welcome to the Texas Wine Scene Podcast. 2 00:00:04,000 --> 00:00:08,000 The most up-to-date information to help you prepare for your wine tasting weekend. 3 00:00:08,000 --> 00:00:15,000 I'm Mike, your Texas Wine Scene correspondent, bringing you all the wine happenings in and around the great state of Texas. 4 00:00:15,000 --> 00:00:18,000 From the high plains to the hill country. 5 00:00:18,000 --> 00:00:21,000 If you love Texas wine, you've come to the right place. 6 00:00:21,000 --> 00:00:42,000 Let's take a trip. 7 00:00:42,000 --> 00:00:45,000 Welcome back everyone to the Texas Wine Scene Podcast. 8 00:00:45,000 --> 00:00:50,000 I am your host, your Texas Wine Scene correspondent, Mike Cole, bringing you all the wine happenings. 9 00:00:50,000 --> 00:00:53,000 In and around the great state of Texas. 10 00:00:53,000 --> 00:00:59,000 If you are a subscriber to the podcast, thank you so much for returning and tuning into this week's episode. 11 00:00:59,000 --> 00:01:04,000 And if you are new to the podcast, thank you so much for stopping by to check us out. 12 00:01:04,000 --> 00:01:12,000 We are an information-based podcast supporting and sharing wine events, tastings, and industry news from around the great state of Texas. 13 00:01:12,000 --> 00:01:20,000 So I hope you enjoy the content and if you do, please consider subscribing and sharing the podcast with all your wine-loving friends. 14 00:01:20,000 --> 00:01:27,000 It helps to continue to spread the word about the podcast and keeps everyone informed about current wine-related events. 15 00:01:27,000 --> 00:01:35,000 Also, please follow me on my socials at Texas Wine Scene on Instagram and Texas Wine Scene on Facebook, 16 00:01:35,000 --> 00:01:39,000 where you will see all the posts about upcoming events for the weekend. 17 00:01:39,000 --> 00:01:42,000 And now for your Texas Wine Scene News. 18 00:01:56,000 --> 00:02:05,000 In a recent article in the course of Cana Daily Sun, Jennifer Howell reports that the first and only vineyard and winery combination 19 00:02:05,000 --> 00:02:14,000 in Navarro County and Jalita Vineyard and Winery is celebrating a milestone this month, their 10th anniversary. 20 00:02:14,000 --> 00:02:27,000 Located in Angus, Texas, just south of Corsicana, the vineyard was planted in 2010 and the winery's tasting room opened one decade ago in July of 2014. 21 00:02:27,000 --> 00:02:34,000 To celebrate the occasion, there will be two events held at the Small Boutique Winery on Saturday, July 20th. 22 00:02:34,000 --> 00:02:37,000 More on those events later in the episode. 23 00:02:37,000 --> 00:02:41,000 Registration for Grape Camp 2024 is now open. 24 00:02:41,000 --> 00:02:53,000 From now through August 16th, early bird registrants can save up to $150 for this event to be held on October 8th and 9th in Lubbock, Texas. 25 00:02:53,000 --> 00:03:02,000 Grape Camp began as a place to reflect on the recent harvest, discuss successes, address challenges, and collectively plan for the future. 26 00:03:02,000 --> 00:03:13,000 Over the years, it has taken root as a must-attend educational and networking event for new and veteran Texas grape growers and wine industry professionals. 27 00:03:13,000 --> 00:03:24,000 During Grape Camp, attendees can expect to grow your industry knowledge, build your network with other industry professionals, and participate in a hands-on field excursion. 28 00:03:24,000 --> 00:03:32,000 To register for Grape Camp, visit the Texas Wine and Grape Growers website at texaswines.org. 29 00:03:32,000 --> 00:03:42,000 In a recent article in the Fort Worth Business Press, the Fort Worth Food and Wine Foundation is expanding their services with a new partnership. 30 00:03:42,000 --> 00:03:56,000 The Foundation is teaming up with the Southern Smoke Foundation to help food and beverage workers in crisis by providing emergency relief funds and access to non-cost mental health services. 31 00:03:56,000 --> 00:04:11,000 The recent announcement came with a $25,000 check from the Foundation to the Southern Smoke Foundation, which will be used to assist culinary industry workers needing emergency relief across Tarrant County. 32 00:04:11,000 --> 00:04:19,000 The peaches used to rule the Texas Hill Country. Is wine pushing them out? That was the headline in an article by Gabby De La Rosa. 33 00:04:19,000 --> 00:04:30,000 For some, it seems that wine has overtaken the peach industry in this part of the state, and since the early 2000s, the Hill Country has been getting recognition for its wine. 34 00:04:30,000 --> 00:04:41,000 But according to the Fredericksburg Convention and Visitors Bureau Communications Manager Mackenzie Mullering, peaches are still a large driver of agritourism in the area. 35 00:04:41,000 --> 00:04:51,000 There are approximately 600 acres of peach trees in the Hill Country, many centered around Gillespie County, one of the largest peach producing counties in Texas. 36 00:04:51,000 --> 00:05:01,000 We've definitely seen our wine industry grow in the last 30 years, but we still have at least a dozen orchards that our family run and operate, says Mullering. 37 00:05:01,000 --> 00:05:06,000 Peach season in Fredericksburg is a tried and true tradition, and that's why people visit. 38 00:05:06,000 --> 00:05:19,000 Karen Binerigo, co-owner of Messina Hoff Winery, believes that peaches and wine are inherently tied to the land and provide experiences and outdoor activities that naturally complement one another. 39 00:05:19,000 --> 00:05:27,000 She says, day trips can be filled easily with multiple visits to wineries and other Hill Country businesses and attractions. 40 00:05:27,000 --> 00:05:31,000 We respect and appreciate other agricultural endeavors. 41 00:05:31,000 --> 00:05:34,000 And that's your Texas Wine Scene News. 42 00:05:34,000 --> 00:05:51,000 This week we continue our mini-series on the most popular red and white grape varieties in Texas, and this week we will focus on another white grape variety, Trebbiano. 43 00:05:51,000 --> 00:06:01,000 Trebbiano, also known as Uvni Blanc, is an Italian white wine grape variety and one of the most widely planted grape varieties in the world. 44 00:06:01,000 --> 00:06:09,000 It is a high-yielding, late-ripening grape variety with a neutral but refreshing grape varietal profile. 45 00:06:09,000 --> 00:06:21,000 Along with this popular high-yielding varietal characteristics, Trebbiano also shows a propensity to be very adaptable to various climate conditions and can resist rot, 46 00:06:21,000 --> 00:06:26,000 which is one of the reasons why it is one of the most popular grape varieties planted here in Texas. 47 00:06:26,000 --> 00:06:38,000 Trebbiano is used to produce refreshing table wines with vivid green fruit and citrus aromas on the nose, such as green apple, pear, lemon, and white peach. 48 00:06:38,000 --> 00:06:50,000 On the palate, the dry notes of lemon, green apple, and stone fruit and salinity are confirmed with this great variety with a bit of minerality to complete its taste profile. 49 00:06:50,000 --> 00:07:02,000 In addition to Trebbiano producing refreshing table wines, it also is the main player in the production of world-class brandy spirits in the French regions of Arminyak and Cognac, 50 00:07:02,000 --> 00:07:11,000 as well as high-end balsamic vinegar that you sometimes see drizzle on your favorite appetizers, entrees, or desserts. 51 00:07:11,000 --> 00:07:18,000 Trebbiano is a grape variety that is not going to set your world on fire as a deliciously stunning white wine, 52 00:07:18,000 --> 00:07:33,000 but it is an easy-drinking, diverse grape variety that plays its role on a hot, sunny summer day or becomes the star in your elevated spirits tasting or high-end fine dining experiences. 53 00:07:33,000 --> 00:07:38,000 Tune in next week as we complete our Texas Virato mini-series with Marsan. 54 00:07:38,000 --> 00:07:43,000 Before we get into the wine events for the weekend, let's check the weather. 55 00:07:43,000 --> 00:07:52,000 The weather for the weekend in the High Plains wine-growing region will have high temperatures of 90 degrees with low temperatures of 66 degrees. 56 00:07:52,000 --> 00:08:03,000 The North Texas wine growing region will have high temperatures of 93 degrees with low temperatures of 71 degrees with a 40% chance of rain on Sunday. 57 00:08:03,000 --> 00:08:11,000 The West Texas wine-growing region will have high temperatures of 85 degrees with low temperatures of 63 degrees. 58 00:08:11,000 --> 00:08:15,880 The Texas Hill Country wine growing region will have high temperatures of 92 degrees 59 00:08:15,880 --> 00:08:22,640 with low temperatures of 69 degrees with the 35% chance of showers on Sunday. 60 00:08:22,640 --> 00:08:27,960 And the Gulf Coast wine growing region will have high temperatures of 92 degrees with 61 00:08:27,960 --> 00:08:40,920 low temperatures of 76 degrees. 62 00:08:40,920 --> 00:08:46,640 Some Parisos vineyards in Burnett, Texas for their pre-harvest concert and paella party 63 00:08:46,640 --> 00:08:51,040 on Friday, July 19th from 7 to 10pm. 64 00:08:51,040 --> 00:08:55,920 This will be an unforgettable celebration as they kick off the grape harvest season at 65 00:08:55,920 --> 00:08:57,720 their estate vineyard. 66 00:08:57,720 --> 00:09:03,780 This pre-harvest concert event promises a delightful evening filled with delicious paella, a smoking 67 00:09:03,780 --> 00:09:12,000 hot band with Jennifer Foster and The Audacity, and exceptional paresos wines and great company. 68 00:09:12,000 --> 00:09:18,600 For more information on this event visit their website at ParisosVineyards.com. 69 00:09:18,600 --> 00:09:24,480 Head on out to Wembley Valley Winery in Wembley, Texas for their White Linen Night event on 70 00:09:24,480 --> 00:09:28,840 Saturday, July 20th from 7 to 9pm. 71 00:09:28,840 --> 00:09:34,200 This enchanting evening will celebrate the arts, wine, and jazz. 72 00:09:34,200 --> 00:09:39,000 Wear your summer white attire to stay cool and stylish as you stroll through the art 73 00:09:39,000 --> 00:09:47,000 market featuring the talented works of local artists as well as enjoying live art and demonstrations. 74 00:09:47,000 --> 00:09:53,520 Live jazz music will fill the air performed by the local jazz band, the Cone Alma Quartet. 75 00:09:53,520 --> 00:09:59,000 There will be a wine and hors d'oeuvres pairing where guests will enjoy Wembley Valley wine 76 00:09:59,000 --> 00:10:03,000 paired with delectable New Orleans inspired hors d'oeuvres. 77 00:10:03,000 --> 00:10:08,640 So come on out and celebrate the arts, enjoy great company, and experience the magic of 78 00:10:08,640 --> 00:10:12,120 Wembley Valley Winery's White Linen Night. 79 00:10:12,120 --> 00:10:18,840 For more information on this event visit their website at WembleyValleyWinery.com. 80 00:10:18,840 --> 00:10:24,640 And for our ranch vineyards and winery for their music, Merlot, Verdot, and Van Gogh 81 00:10:24,640 --> 00:10:30,920 event on Thursday, July 25th from 5.30 to 8.30pm. 82 00:10:30,920 --> 00:10:34,720 This sounds like a very entertaining event unlike any other. 83 00:10:34,720 --> 00:10:36,280 Here's how it works. 84 00:10:36,280 --> 00:10:40,040 Guests show up in clothes that don't mind getting a little paint on them or a lot for 85 00:10:40,040 --> 00:10:41,200 that matter. 86 00:10:41,200 --> 00:10:46,440 There will be a place setting prepped with everything a painter needs, paints, brushes, 87 00:10:46,440 --> 00:10:49,880 canvas, and of course a glass of wine. 88 00:10:49,880 --> 00:10:53,120 Guests will get a card with a basic object listed. 89 00:10:53,120 --> 00:10:55,680 The timer will be set for 10 minutes. 90 00:10:55,680 --> 00:10:58,600 Then it's time to Van Gogh go. 91 00:10:58,600 --> 00:11:05,200 When the time is up, guests switch places and the painting continues for about 6 rounds. 92 00:11:05,200 --> 00:11:11,440 Imagine the artistic outcome of multiple rounds of different visions for this art masterpiece. 93 00:11:11,440 --> 00:11:13,560 This event sounds like a great time. 94 00:11:13,560 --> 00:11:19,920 For more information on this event, visit their website at 4rwines.com. 95 00:11:19,920 --> 00:11:25,080 Where are my guys and gals who like to get a bit of grease in their hair, a bit of oil 96 00:11:25,080 --> 00:11:30,360 under their nails, and a bit of dirt on their jeans while working under the hood of a restored 97 00:11:30,360 --> 00:11:31,640 classic car? 98 00:11:31,640 --> 00:11:37,240 Well, if that sounds like you, here is your wine event for the weekend. 99 00:11:37,240 --> 00:11:43,480 Join High Metal Winery in High Texas for their grapes and gears car show event on Saturday 100 00:11:43,480 --> 00:11:46,760 July 20th from 12 to 4pm. 101 00:11:46,760 --> 00:11:52,480 Whether you are car enthusiasts or just looking for a fun winery day out, grapes and gears 102 00:11:52,480 --> 00:11:54,960 is the perfect place to be. 103 00:11:54,960 --> 00:11:58,800 How about entering your car into the car show for a chance to win a trophy? 104 00:11:58,800 --> 00:12:06,240 Categories include Best New Car from Year 2000 and Up, Best Vintage Car from 1999 and 105 00:12:06,240 --> 00:12:09,720 Under, and Best Overall Car. 106 00:12:09,720 --> 00:12:17,560 For more information about this event or to enter your ride, visit their website at highmetal.com. 107 00:12:17,560 --> 00:12:23,560 Join Blue Lotus Winery in Sigeeng for their charcuterie and wine pairing class on Saturday 108 00:12:23,560 --> 00:12:27,000 July 20th from 6.30 to 8pm. 109 00:12:27,000 --> 00:12:33,200 Guests will learn how to create a summer charcuterie board and pair with Blue Lotus Wines. 110 00:12:33,200 --> 00:12:38,880 They will select a combination of soft, hard cheeses along with a variety of meats you 111 00:12:38,880 --> 00:12:41,920 can find at your local grocery store. 112 00:12:41,920 --> 00:12:48,320 Also join Blue Lotus Winery in Sigeeng for their Christmas in July event on Sunday July 113 00:12:48,320 --> 00:12:51,440 21st from 2 to 4pm. 114 00:12:51,440 --> 00:12:56,360 At this event, guests will learn to create a beautiful Christmas centerpiece for the 115 00:12:56,360 --> 00:12:58,200 holiday season. 116 00:12:58,200 --> 00:13:02,680 Enjoy a creative afternoon while enjoying a glass of Blue Lotus wine. 117 00:13:02,680 --> 00:13:07,920 All materials will be provided for this event and no experience is necessary. 118 00:13:07,920 --> 00:13:14,960 For more information on these events, visit their website at BlueLotusWinery.com. 119 00:13:14,960 --> 00:13:20,920 Join Augusta Venn Winery in Fredericksburg, Texas for their Tacos into Not event on Wednesday 120 00:13:20,920 --> 00:13:25,160 July 24th from 4 to 5.30pm. 121 00:13:25,160 --> 00:13:29,720 This event is part of the Fredericksburg Food and Wine Preview events where guests will 122 00:13:29,720 --> 00:13:36,840 get to mingle, enjoy tours of the winery, live music, and taste street taco bites from 123 00:13:36,840 --> 00:13:44,840 Leroy's Tex-Mex BBQ paired alongside Augusta Venn's Tanat Rose, Tanat Estate Reserve, 124 00:13:44,840 --> 00:13:47,120 and a Tanat Barrel tasting. 125 00:13:47,120 --> 00:13:53,720 For more information on this event, visit their website at AugustaVenn.com. 126 00:13:53,720 --> 00:13:58,720 Join Becker Vineyards in Fredericksburg for their blended like Becker Wine event on Monday 127 00:13:58,720 --> 00:14:02,280 July 22nd from 6 to 8pm. 128 00:14:02,280 --> 00:14:06,000 Remerse yourself in the art and science of wine blending. 129 00:14:06,000 --> 00:14:10,760 Guests will learn the intricacies of blending wine as they guide you through the process 130 00:14:10,760 --> 00:14:16,960 of using different varietal samples and graduated cylinders to create the perfect final wine 131 00:14:16,960 --> 00:14:17,960 blend. 132 00:14:17,960 --> 00:14:23,280 You'll team up with fellow guests to craft your own blended wine and design a label for 133 00:14:23,280 --> 00:14:24,960 your creation. 134 00:14:24,960 --> 00:14:31,040 The judges will evaluate your wines based on aromatics, palette profile, and label art. 135 00:14:31,040 --> 00:14:37,640 For more information on this event, visit their website at BeckerVenn.com. 136 00:14:37,640 --> 00:14:43,320 Head on out to Firesky Vineyards in Lubbock, Texas for their first wine tasting event on 137 00:14:43,320 --> 00:14:47,840 Thursday July 25th from 6 to 10pm. 138 00:14:47,840 --> 00:14:55,160 Guests will enjoy great food, games, pop-up shops that include Rooted LBK, Wild Honey 139 00:14:55,160 --> 00:14:58,800 Hat Bar, and Beyond Aesthetics. 140 00:14:58,800 --> 00:15:04,640 Thanks to live music that will be provided by Claire and Wyatt King while enjoying award-winning 141 00:15:04,640 --> 00:15:06,360 Texas wine. 142 00:15:06,360 --> 00:15:12,240 Each ticket purchase includes 7 2 oz wine tastings and food. 143 00:15:12,240 --> 00:15:17,560 This is Firesky Vineyards first wine tasting event and they are doing it big. 144 00:15:17,560 --> 00:15:19,480 Help them start off with a bang. 145 00:15:19,480 --> 00:15:26,120 For more information on this event, visit their website at Firesky.wine. 146 00:15:26,120 --> 00:15:32,760 And Alita Winery in Corsicana, Texas for their 10th Anniversary Harvest Party event on Saturday 147 00:15:32,760 --> 00:15:36,640 July 20th starting at 7.30am. 148 00:15:36,640 --> 00:15:39,200 This is a harvest party with style. 149 00:15:39,200 --> 00:15:44,880 There will be great picking, wine stomping, delicious food, and live music. 150 00:15:44,880 --> 00:15:49,960 The day will start with breakfast inside the tasting room at 7.30am, then head on out to 151 00:15:49,960 --> 00:15:55,200 the vineyard to learn about the Blanc du Bois grape variety, growing methods and history 152 00:15:55,200 --> 00:15:58,560 of the winery, and how to harvest the grapes. 153 00:15:58,560 --> 00:16:03,320 You will then head over to the processing equipment to see how the wine is made and 154 00:16:03,320 --> 00:16:09,640 sample the free-run juice from the press and try your hand at grape stomping in your best 155 00:16:09,640 --> 00:16:12,040 I Love Lucy imitation. 156 00:16:12,040 --> 00:16:17,080 The winery will then open to the public at 12 noon where you can help Angelina Winery 157 00:16:17,080 --> 00:16:24,800 celebrate their 10th Anniversary with Sangria and Wine Slushes, live music by Sandy Bates, 158 00:16:24,800 --> 00:16:29,280 and a slice of Angelina Winery 10th Anniversary Cake. 159 00:16:29,280 --> 00:16:36,520 For more information on this event, visit their website at AngelinaVineyard.com. 160 00:16:36,520 --> 00:16:41,760 The Texas Wine Collective is at it again with their fantastically delicious wine pairing 161 00:16:41,760 --> 00:16:45,480 events and this time it's burgers. 162 00:16:45,480 --> 00:16:51,800 Join the Texas Wine Collective in Fredericksburg for their Taste of Texas Burgers and Big Reds 163 00:16:51,800 --> 00:16:57,400 event on Sunday, July 21st at 12.30 to 4.00 pm. 164 00:16:57,400 --> 00:17:03,280 The Texas Wine Collective will put six of their Texas wines up against three hearty hamburgers 165 00:17:03,280 --> 00:17:08,480 to see which big red wine compliments your favorite burger the best. 166 00:17:08,480 --> 00:17:15,360 For more information on this event, visit their website at TexasWineCollective.com. 167 00:17:15,360 --> 00:17:21,840 Join Messina Hoff and Brian for their Painting with a Poor event on Wednesday, July 24th 168 00:17:21,840 --> 00:17:24,160 from 6 to 8 pm. 169 00:17:24,160 --> 00:17:29,840 At this engaging wine glass painting event, guests will receive a glass of wine, a wine 170 00:17:29,840 --> 00:17:34,480 glass to paint and take home, and all the painting materials. 171 00:17:34,480 --> 00:17:40,920 This event offers a unique blend of artistic expression, fine wine, and gourmet food making 172 00:17:40,920 --> 00:17:47,600 it an ideal outing for friends, couples, or solo adventurers looking to unwind and have 173 00:17:47,600 --> 00:17:48,600 fun. 174 00:17:48,600 --> 00:17:55,120 Whether you are celebrating a special occasion or simply looking for a new and creative experience, 175 00:17:55,120 --> 00:18:01,320 this event promises a memorable night filled with laughter, art, and delicious wine. 176 00:18:01,320 --> 00:18:07,600 For more information on this event, visit their website at MessinaHoff.com. 177 00:18:07,600 --> 00:18:11,160 Are you ready to continue your wine education journey? 178 00:18:11,160 --> 00:18:13,280 Well here's an event for you. 179 00:18:13,280 --> 00:18:20,360 Join the WineWise Wine School, Fredericksburg, in partnership with Andre Boda of Vino Cadre 180 00:18:20,360 --> 00:18:28,720 and Six Twist for their Wine101 class Vineyard to Bottle on Monday, July 22nd from 11 to 181 00:18:28,720 --> 00:18:33,960 2 pm at the Turtle Creek Vineyard in Curville, Texas. 182 00:18:33,960 --> 00:18:40,160 Making them for an unparalleled learning experience tailored specifically for winery professionals 183 00:18:40,160 --> 00:18:43,240 from tasting room staff to winemakers. 184 00:18:43,240 --> 00:18:49,840 This comprehensive course delves deeper than Wine101 exploring vineyard influences, winemaking 185 00:18:49,840 --> 00:18:52,520 decisions, and much, much more. 186 00:18:52,520 --> 00:19:00,880 For more information and registration for this event, visit their website at Wine-Wise.com. 187 00:19:00,880 --> 00:19:03,640 And those are your wine events for the weekend. 188 00:19:03,640 --> 00:19:06,360 Stay tuned for your music lineup for the weekend. 189 00:19:06,360 --> 00:19:21,480 Up next! 190 00:19:21,480 --> 00:19:26,480 Arch Ray Winery in Fredericksburg gets the music lineup starting this weekend with Anthony 191 00:19:26,480 --> 00:19:34,680 Garcia on stage Friday, July 19th from 5 to 8 pm, followed by London Belay on Saturday, 192 00:19:34,680 --> 00:19:38,720 July 20th from 5 to 8 pm as well. 193 00:19:38,720 --> 00:19:44,080 Dry Comel Creek Vineyards and New Rompels will have James Hearn on stage Saturday, July 194 00:19:44,080 --> 00:19:52,120 20th from 2 to 5 pm, followed by Acoustrix featuring Scott Martin on Sunday, July 21st 195 00:19:52,120 --> 00:19:54,400 from 1 to 4 pm. 196 00:19:54,400 --> 00:20:02,360 The Estewinery on 290 will host Sherita Perez on stage Saturday, July 20th from 3 to 6 pm. 197 00:20:02,360 --> 00:20:07,120 Baron Alice Sellers and Stonewall will let Jake Martin assume the musical duties on 198 00:20:07,120 --> 00:20:11,080 Saturday, July 20th from 1 to 5 pm. 199 00:20:11,080 --> 00:20:16,440 Texas Hill Vineyards in Johnson City will have Michael Alvarez on stage Saturday, July 200 00:20:16,440 --> 00:20:19,440 20th from 1 to 4 pm. 201 00:20:19,440 --> 00:20:25,440 Forna Locks in Burnett, Texas will have Rodney Howell on stage Saturday, July 20th from 2 202 00:20:25,440 --> 00:20:27,240 to 5 pm. 203 00:20:27,240 --> 00:20:32,280 Augusta Venn Winery in Fredericksburg is having their Sips and Sounds event starring Keelan 204 00:20:32,280 --> 00:20:39,800 Donovan on stage Friday, July 19th from 3 to 6 pm, followed by Nalani Caballero on 205 00:20:39,800 --> 00:20:43,800 Saturday, July 20th from 2 to 5 pm. 206 00:20:43,800 --> 00:20:51,080 Bernie Martini will close out the set on Sunday, July 21st from 3.30 to 6 pm. 207 00:20:51,080 --> 00:20:57,080 Bernhardt Winery in Plansersville, Texas will have Barefoot Nation on stage performing a 208 00:20:57,080 --> 00:21:03,240 Kenny Chesney tribute on Sunday, July 21st from 7 to 9 pm. 209 00:21:03,240 --> 00:21:10,200 Deep Roots Vineyards in Plansersville, Texas will have TNT on stage performing an ACDC 210 00:21:10,200 --> 00:21:15,760 tribute on Friday, July 19th from 8 to 10.30 pm. 211 00:21:15,760 --> 00:21:21,680 West Sandy Creek Winery in Richards, Texas will have Byron Haney on stage Saturday, July 212 00:21:21,680 --> 00:21:31,200 20th from 4 to 7 pm, followed by Brenda Storseth on Sunday, July 21st from 2 to 5 pm. 213 00:21:31,200 --> 00:21:36,840 Barron's Creek Vineyards in Fredericksburg will host the Talented Kalani on stage Saturday, 214 00:21:36,840 --> 00:21:40,280 July 20th from 1 to 4 pm. 215 00:21:40,280 --> 00:21:46,120 Bending Branch Winery in Comfort, Texas will let Bill Mackle rock the house on Sunday, 216 00:21:46,120 --> 00:21:50,120 July 21st from 2 to 5 pm. 217 00:21:50,120 --> 00:21:56,440 Carter Creek Winery in Johnson City will have a Beatles tribute on Saturday, July 20th at 218 00:21:56,440 --> 00:21:57,960 7 pm. 219 00:21:57,960 --> 00:22:04,720 Dukeman Family Winery in Driftwood, Texas will have the Michael James Band on stage Saturday, 220 00:22:04,720 --> 00:22:08,280 July 20th from 4 to 7 pm. 221 00:22:08,280 --> 00:22:14,360 Longhorn Sellers in Fredericksburg will have Anthony Garcia on stage Saturday, July 20th 222 00:22:14,360 --> 00:22:16,680 from 12 to 3 pm. 223 00:22:16,680 --> 00:22:22,240 William Chris Vineyards in High, Texas will let Spicy Loops heat things up on Saturday, 224 00:22:22,240 --> 00:22:30,760 July 20th from 1 to 4 pm, followed by Holland McKay on Sunday, July 21st from 1 to 4 pm 225 00:22:30,760 --> 00:22:32,160 as well. 226 00:22:32,160 --> 00:22:38,120 Lucky Vines Vineyards and Winery in Dublin, Texas will have Shelby Ray Marshall on stage 227 00:22:38,120 --> 00:22:42,560 Saturday, July 20th from 4 to 7 pm. 228 00:22:42,560 --> 00:22:48,720 English Newsome Sellers in Lubbock, Texas will host Craig Elliott on Saturday, July 20th 229 00:22:48,720 --> 00:22:51,000 from 5 to 7 pm. 230 00:22:51,000 --> 00:22:57,280 Los Pinos Ranch Vineyards in Pittsburgh, Texas will have the Pink Flamingo on stage Friday 231 00:22:57,280 --> 00:23:02,440 and Saturday, July 19th and 20th from 6 to 9 pm. 232 00:23:02,440 --> 00:23:08,120 Moody Family Wines in Bullard, Texas will have Jennifer Martin on stage Saturday, July 233 00:23:08,120 --> 00:23:11,400 20th from 6 to 8.30 pm. 234 00:23:11,400 --> 00:23:18,440 Triple-N Ranch Winery in Trinidad, Texas will perform a James Taylor and Bob Dylan tribute 235 00:23:18,440 --> 00:23:23,280 on Saturday, July 20th from 6.45 to 9 pm. 236 00:23:23,280 --> 00:23:29,800 Taysha Vineyards in Huntsville, Texas will have Jessica Callahan on stage Saturday, July 237 00:23:29,800 --> 00:23:32,960 20th from 4 to 7 pm. 238 00:23:32,960 --> 00:23:39,320 Threshold Vineyards in Navasota will have Greg Day on stage Saturday, July 20th from 3 to 239 00:23:39,320 --> 00:23:41,040 6 pm. 240 00:23:41,040 --> 00:23:46,640 Lone Star Wine Sellers in McKinney, Texas has an extensive music lineup for the weekend 241 00:23:46,640 --> 00:23:53,360 starting with Judd Block on stage Friday, July 19th from 8 to 11 pm. 242 00:23:53,360 --> 00:23:59,880 Kayla McPeepe will take the stage on Saturday, July 20th from 2 to 5 pm followed by Ken 243 00:23:59,880 --> 00:24:03,280 and Kathy Lye from 8 to 11 pm. 244 00:24:03,280 --> 00:24:10,480 Byron Haney will close the musical set on Sunday, July 21st from 4 to 7 pm. 245 00:24:10,480 --> 00:24:16,240 Michael Ross Winery in Fredericksburg will have Chad Christensen on stage Saturday, July 246 00:24:16,240 --> 00:24:19,120 20th from 2 to 5 pm. 247 00:24:19,120 --> 00:24:24,760 And Singing Water Vineyards in Comfort, Texas will close out the music lineup for the weekend 248 00:24:24,760 --> 00:24:32,600 with Bill George on stage Saturday, July 20th from 1 to 4 pm followed by the Steve Gary 249 00:24:32,600 --> 00:24:38,480 duo on Sunday, July 21st from 1 to 4 pm as well. 250 00:24:38,480 --> 00:24:41,440 And that's your music lineup for the weekend. 251 00:24:41,440 --> 00:24:53,960 Stay tuned for Did You Know? 252 00:24:53,960 --> 00:24:59,760 As mentioned at the beginning of the episode in our Texas Great Variety highlight, Trebiano 253 00:24:59,760 --> 00:25:05,760 is a great variety that produces high yields and is used to make high-end brandy in the 254 00:25:05,760 --> 00:25:09,040 Arminyak and Cognac regions of France. 255 00:25:09,040 --> 00:25:14,640 In addition to its contribution to the spirits industry, Trebiano also makes deliciously 256 00:25:14,640 --> 00:25:17,160 authentic Balsamic vinegar. 257 00:25:17,160 --> 00:25:22,560 Now, I'm sure you've heard and tasted this wonderful condiment, but let's take our 258 00:25:22,560 --> 00:25:27,520 knowledge and understanding of Balsamic vinegar to the next level. 259 00:25:27,520 --> 00:25:33,400 Balsamic vinegar is a dark, concentrated, intensely flavored vinegar originating in 260 00:25:33,400 --> 00:25:38,960 the city of Modena in the North Italian region of Emilia-Romagna. 261 00:25:38,960 --> 00:25:45,080 Yup, the same region where they make Parmigiano Reggiano or Parmigian cheese. 262 00:25:45,080 --> 00:25:52,640 Oh, and as a side note, this region also makes your high-end sports cars such as Ferraris, 263 00:25:52,640 --> 00:25:55,360 Lamborghinis and Maserati's. 264 00:25:55,360 --> 00:25:56,760 But I digress. 265 00:25:56,760 --> 00:26:01,880 For authentic and traditional Balsamic vinegar, there are only two areas that produce this 266 00:26:01,880 --> 00:26:09,680 product which are Modena and Reggio Emilia following legally binding traditional procedures. 267 00:26:09,680 --> 00:26:16,880 True Balsamic vinegar is rich, glossy, deep brown and has complex flavors that balance 268 00:26:16,880 --> 00:26:22,880 the neutral sweet and sour elements of the cooked grape juice with hints of wood. 269 00:26:22,880 --> 00:26:25,000 Here's the process. 270 00:26:25,000 --> 00:26:32,040 True Balsamic vinegar is made from a reduction of pressed Trebiano or Lambrusco grapes. 271 00:26:32,040 --> 00:26:39,240 This thick syrup called Mostocoto is then aged for a minimum of 12 years in several 272 00:26:39,240 --> 00:26:45,880 successively smaller-sized wood casts made of different types of wood such as chestnut, 273 00:26:45,880 --> 00:26:51,360 cherry, oak, mulberry, ash and juniper. 274 00:26:51,360 --> 00:26:57,360 Balsamic vinegar is aged in wood casts similar to how cherry is aged in wood casts by way 275 00:26:57,360 --> 00:26:59,200 of a Sallera system. 276 00:26:59,200 --> 00:27:06,000 A portion of the vinegar is drawn off the smallest and oldest barrels which is bottled, labeled 277 00:27:06,000 --> 00:27:07,000 and sold. 278 00:27:07,000 --> 00:27:12,760 Then each of the next larger barrels are topped up with the vinegar from the next larger barrel 279 00:27:12,760 --> 00:27:15,160 and so on throughout the Sallera. 280 00:27:15,160 --> 00:27:21,080 The top barrel, which is the youngest barrel, gets filled with the newly pressed syrup vinegar 281 00:27:21,080 --> 00:27:23,240 from the current year. 282 00:27:23,240 --> 00:27:28,320 Like other food and beverage products in Europe, some are protected as an authentic zone of 283 00:27:28,320 --> 00:27:34,280 production such as the Italian DLC and DLCG for wine. 284 00:27:34,280 --> 00:27:39,880 So if you want to purchase an authentic bottle of Balsamic vinegar, it will have on its label 285 00:27:39,880 --> 00:27:47,520 one of two traditional regions marked with Balsamico Traditional di Modena DOP and Balsamico 286 00:27:47,520 --> 00:27:51,280 Traditional di Reggio Emilia DOP. 287 00:27:51,280 --> 00:27:59,440 The DOP stands for Protected Designation of Origin and look to spend between $50 and $200 288 00:27:59,440 --> 00:28:04,000 for a small bottle of this sweet and tangy culinary nectar. 289 00:28:04,000 --> 00:28:08,240 If you don't want to search for a bottle of authentic Italian Balsamic vinegar, you're 290 00:28:08,240 --> 00:28:09,240 in luck. 291 00:28:09,240 --> 00:28:14,520 There is an American company in New Mexico that produces high-end Balsamic vinegar with 292 00:28:14,520 --> 00:28:22,800 the same production methods as Italy called Traditional Aceto Balsamico of Monticello. 293 00:28:22,800 --> 00:28:30,520 They have a 4.5 ounce bottle of Balsamic vinegar for a handsome price of $154. 294 00:28:30,520 --> 00:28:36,920 So you are probably saying to yourself, if I spend between $150 to $200 for a bottle 295 00:28:36,920 --> 00:28:41,680 of Balsamic vinegar, how long will it last before it goes bad? 296 00:28:41,680 --> 00:28:44,360 Well, did you know? 297 00:28:44,360 --> 00:28:49,840 But unlike almost any other food item in your pantry, Balsamic vinegar doesn't really go 298 00:28:49,840 --> 00:28:51,080 bad. 299 00:28:51,080 --> 00:28:57,120 Like any vinegar, you should keep it in a cool, dry cupboard and away from light. 300 00:28:57,120 --> 00:29:03,200 If stored properly, that sweet and tangy joy in a bottle will last for years. 301 00:29:03,200 --> 00:29:07,240 And as an added bonus, here's dinner for tonight. 302 00:29:07,240 --> 00:29:14,200 Strawberry and goat cheese crostini with organic Balsamic of Monticello, Florentine-style steak 303 00:29:14,200 --> 00:29:20,920 with arugula and shavings of Parmigiano, an organic Balsamic of Monticello, and poached 304 00:29:20,920 --> 00:29:27,400 pears with vanilla ice cream with a drizzle of organic Balsamic of Monticello. 305 00:29:27,400 --> 00:29:34,400 And of course, pair this wonderful dinner with a bottle of Paired Nala Sellers 2022 Texas 306 00:29:34,400 --> 00:29:37,520 High Plains Trebbiano. 307 00:29:37,520 --> 00:29:38,520 You're welcome. 308 00:29:38,520 --> 00:29:42,040 Well, that would do it for this week's episode. 309 00:29:42,040 --> 00:29:43,160 Thank you for joining me. 310 00:29:43,160 --> 00:29:48,960 I'm Mike Cole, your Texas Wine Scene correspondent, and I look forward to seeing you next time 311 00:29:48,960 --> 00:29:51,040 on the Texas Wine Scene. 312 00:29:51,040 --> 00:29:53,240 Cheers. 313 00:29:53,240 --> 00:29:57,720 For more in-depth information on the wineries mentioned in this episode, visit the Texas 314 00:29:57,720 --> 00:30:05,120 Wine Lover website at txwinelover.com or the Texas Wine Lover app. 315 00:30:05,120 --> 00:30:10,640 There you will be able to find a vast amount of information about Texas wineries and wine-related 316 00:30:10,640 --> 00:30:11,840 businesses. 317 00:30:11,840 --> 00:30:18,600 You can also search for information such as Texas wineries with 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