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 --> 00:00:43,000 Let's take a trip. 7 00:00:43,000 --> 00:00:46,000 Welcome back everyone to the Texas Wine Scene Podcast. 8 00:00:46,000 --> 00:00:54,000 I'm your host, your Texas Wine Scene correspondent, Mike Cole, bringing you all the wine happenings in and around the great state of Texas. 9 00:00:54,000 --> 00:00:59,000 If you are a subscriber to the podcast, thank you so much for returning and tuning in to this week's episode. 10 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. 11 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. 12 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. 13 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. 14 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, 15 00:01:35,000 --> 00:01:39,000 where you will see all the posts about upcoming events for the weekend. 16 00:01:39,000 --> 00:01:42,000 And now for your Texas Wine Scene News. 17 00:01:54,000 --> 00:02:01,000 In a recent press release, Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller and the Texas Department of Agriculture 18 00:02:01,000 --> 00:02:11,000 invite everyone to raise a glass in honor of Texas Wine Month this October and participate in the Global Come Over October campaign. 19 00:02:11,000 --> 00:02:21,000 With around 500 wineries spread across the Lone Star State, there's no better time to enjoy and share Texas wine with family and friends. 20 00:02:21,000 --> 00:02:31,000 Commissioner Miller said, 21 00:02:31,000 --> 00:02:41,000 From the hill country to the high plains, our wineries serve up big flavors and even bigger welcomes, 22 00:02:41,000 --> 00:02:48,000 making every visit a chance to build friendships and create memories that last a lifetime. 23 00:02:48,000 --> 00:02:58,000 Come Over October is an international campaign during the month of October encouraging wine drinkers to invite friends, colleagues, neighbors, 24 00:02:58,000 --> 00:03:09,000 and family to come on over to a home, restaurant, winery, or wherever people gather to share some wine, friendship, and goodwill. 25 00:03:09,000 --> 00:03:19,000 With a bit of a twist to this campaign, Come Over y'all is spearheaded by Texas Department of Agriculture's Uncorked Texas Wine Program 26 00:03:19,000 --> 00:03:27,000 and is supported by four of the largest wine organizations in the state including Texas Wine and Grape Gourds Association, 27 00:03:27,000 --> 00:03:33,000 Texas Hill Country Wineries, Texas Wine Growers, and Texas Fine Wine. 28 00:03:33,000 --> 00:03:44,000 The Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the participant lineup for the eagerly awaited 2024 Fredericksburg Food & Wine Festival 29 00:03:44,000 --> 00:03:53,000 on Saturday, October 26 from 12 to 5.30pm with a Friday night street dinner from 6 to 10pm. 30 00:03:53,000 --> 00:04:04,000 This event will showcase over 75 local food and beverage purveyors alongside a staggering 45 wineries, breweries, and distilleries. 31 00:04:04,000 --> 00:04:13,000 Not to mention 30 of Texas' most seasoned hospitality experts performing hand-zone culinary and beverage demos. 32 00:04:13,000 --> 00:04:16,000 Festival producer Hailey Wakefield says, 33 00:04:16,000 --> 00:04:28,000 This year's festival is slated to be our most immersive and engaging to date with an array of innovating and tantalizing experiences to amuse the palette. 34 00:04:28,000 --> 00:04:43,000 Event highlights include Augusta Venn's VIP Lounge, Heath's sparkling wine garden, and Joanna's Market by Signore Vineyards offering exclusive wine tastings, unique shopping, and dining experiences. 35 00:04:43,000 --> 00:04:51,000 There will also be a burgers, bourbon, and barbecue, and elevated Texas Ranch Style Lounge complete with live music. 36 00:04:51,000 --> 00:04:54,000 Here are just a few of this year's participants. 37 00:04:54,000 --> 00:05:00,000 Antonelli's Cheeshop, Didu, and Becker Vineyards will have live demonstrations, 38 00:05:00,000 --> 00:05:09,000 1894 Ranch to Table, Hill and Vine, High Tye, and El Kincho will be providing some culinary bites, 39 00:05:09,000 --> 00:05:16,000 and the best wineries in the Hill Country will be on hand pouring their delicious wines including Alisa Christopher Wines, 40 00:05:16,000 --> 00:05:23,000 Farmhouse Vineyards, Portrait Sellers, Michael Ross Winery, and Wine for the People. 41 00:05:23,000 --> 00:05:31,000 For ticket purchases for this event, visit FBGfoodandwine.com. 42 00:05:31,000 --> 00:05:35,000 Tickets for the 7th annual Plano Food and Wine Festival are now on sale. 43 00:05:35,000 --> 00:05:44,000 This event will take place on Saturday, November 2nd from 12 to 6 p.m. at Legacy West in Plano, Texas. 44 00:05:44,000 --> 00:05:53,000 This year's event will feature over 100 award-winning wines, a selection of fine spirits, and delicious dishes from local restaurants. 45 00:05:53,000 --> 00:05:59,000 Enjoy culinary demonstrations from top chefs and shopping with unique vendors. 46 00:05:59,000 --> 00:06:03,000 This will be a day of great food, drinks, and a lot of fun. 47 00:06:03,000 --> 00:06:10,000 For ticket purchases to this event, visit PlanoFoodandWineFestival.com. 48 00:06:10,000 --> 00:06:15,000 Tickets for the Gainesville Wine and Country Festival are also now on sale. 49 00:06:15,000 --> 00:06:26,000 Get ready to experience the heart and soul of Texas at the Gainesville Wine and Country Festival on Saturday, November 23rd from 12 to 7 p.m. 50 00:06:26,000 --> 00:06:34,000 Historic downtown Gainesville will transform into a vibrant celebration of Texan spirit and fine wine. 51 00:06:34,000 --> 00:06:43,000 There will be 15 North Texas wineries each pouring their finest wines while you enjoy live music and light bites throughout the evening. 52 00:06:43,000 --> 00:06:59,000 General admission tickets include 15 one-ounce tastings or step your purchase up to the VIP ticket, which includes 21-ounce tastings, exclusive access to the VIP area, snacks, and a wine swag bag. 53 00:06:59,000 --> 00:07:07,000 For ticket purchases for this event, visit WineandCountryFest.eventbright.com. 54 00:07:07,000 --> 00:07:20,000 Congratulations to our very own Kelsey Kramer of William Chris Wine Company for being chosen as one of Wine Enthusiast's future 40 tastemakers of 2024. 55 00:07:20,000 --> 00:07:26,000 Kelsey Kramer is the director of education at William Chris Wine Company in Stonewall, Texas. 56 00:07:26,000 --> 00:07:27,000 The article reads, 57 00:07:27,000 --> 00:07:38,000 Lifting a wine of glass is one thing, lifting a whole wine region is another. Kelsey Renee Kramer is here to tell y'all about Texas wines, so listen up. 58 00:07:38,000 --> 00:07:49,000 She founded the Hill Country Wine Academy, which offers a Texas-specific ambassador certification, as well as a partnership with WSET for global professional development. 59 00:07:49,000 --> 00:07:54,000 The Academy is also offering fun and educational consumer classes. 60 00:07:54,000 --> 00:08:03,000 In addition, Kelsey Kramer is the co-founder of Graffit, an organization that helps elevate women in the Texas wine business. 61 00:08:03,000 --> 00:08:04,000 Kelsey says, 62 00:08:04,000 --> 00:08:10,000 Being recognized for what you do is great, but loving it is even better. 63 00:08:10,000 --> 00:08:19,000 Being a future 40 honoree, lights a fire in me to continue innovating, educating, and empowering others with Texas wine. 64 00:08:19,000 --> 00:08:36,000 Wine Enthusiast's future 40 list, formerly 40 under 40, recognizes a diverse set of tastemakers bringing the drinks business into the future, including winemakers, educators, small-yays, and other trailblazers in the wine industry. 65 00:08:36,000 --> 00:08:50,000 Congratulations, Kelsey. That's a well-deserved honor. And that's your Texas Wine Scene News. 66 00:08:50,000 --> 00:08:54,000 Before we get into the wine events for this weekend, let's check the weather. 67 00:08:54,000 --> 00:09:04,000 The weather for the weekend in the High Plains Wine Growing Region will have high temperatures of 102 degrees with low temperatures of 71 degrees. 68 00:09:04,000 --> 00:09:12,000 The North Texas Wine Growing Region will have high temperatures of 100 degrees with low temperatures of 77 degrees. 69 00:09:12,000 --> 00:09:19,000 The West Texas wine Growing Region will have high temperatures of 92 degrees with low temperatures of 62 degrees. 70 00:09:19,000 --> 00:09:27,000 The Texas Hill Country Wine Growing Region will have high temperatures of 97 degrees with low temperatures of 70 degrees. 71 00:09:27,000 --> 00:09:33,440 And the Gulf Coast Wine growing region will have high temperatures of 95 degrees with 72 00:09:33,440 --> 00:09:46,040 low temperatures of 77 degrees. 73 00:09:46,040 --> 00:09:51,720 Join dry Comel Creek vineyards in New Bromphills, Texas for their White Linen Party on Friday, 74 00:09:51,720 --> 00:09:55,360 August 23rd from 6 to 9 p.m. 75 00:09:55,360 --> 00:10:00,120 White Linen Party originated in the 1990s in New Orleans. 76 00:10:00,120 --> 00:10:06,520 It was a way for friends to come together to celebrate with great drink, food and music. 77 00:10:06,520 --> 00:10:11,000 White Linen clothing was chosen as a way to keep cool in the summer heat. 78 00:10:11,000 --> 00:10:17,240 So dig out your White Linen and join Dry Comel Creek for heavy appetizers and live music 79 00:10:17,240 --> 00:10:20,320 featuring 80s and 90s classic rock. 80 00:10:20,320 --> 00:10:27,440 For more information on this event, visit their website at drycomelcreekvineyards.com. 81 00:10:27,440 --> 00:10:32,740 The Texas Wine Collective in Fredericksburg, Texas is having another one of their fantastic 82 00:10:32,740 --> 00:10:38,960 wine pairing events on Sunday, August 25th from 12.30 to 4 p.m. 83 00:10:38,960 --> 00:10:42,560 And this time, they are featuring BBQ. 84 00:10:42,560 --> 00:10:49,200 The taste of Texas wines, the BBQ series, is an educational tasting that will help guests 85 00:10:49,200 --> 00:10:56,080 truly understand BBQ by learning the differences in styles and finding wines that work well 86 00:10:56,080 --> 00:10:57,280 with them. 87 00:10:57,280 --> 00:11:04,400 For more information on this event, visit their website at Texaswinecollective.com. 88 00:11:04,400 --> 00:11:09,360 How about expanding on your wine knowledge by heading on over to High Metal Winery in 89 00:11:09,360 --> 00:11:16,760 High Texas for their Grape Stomp and Tour event on Saturday, August 24th from 1.30 to 90 00:11:16,760 --> 00:11:18,160 3.30 p.m. 91 00:11:18,160 --> 00:11:22,880 You will learn all about the wonders of wine making as you take a tour of the production 92 00:11:22,880 --> 00:11:27,440 facility, attend a curated wine tasting and grape stomp. 93 00:11:27,440 --> 00:11:33,920 For more information on this event, visit their website at highmetal.com. 94 00:11:33,920 --> 00:11:39,520 Join Portrait Sellers in Johnson City for their Mixed Media event on Friday, August 23rd 95 00:11:39,520 --> 00:11:41,960 from 5 to 7 p.m. 96 00:11:41,960 --> 00:11:47,960 Come out and explore the world of mixed media art and cultivate your inner artist. 97 00:11:47,960 --> 00:11:53,560 Customers and experienced artists will enjoy this informative and interactive class that 98 00:11:53,560 --> 00:12:00,160 will allow you to create your own unique art piece on a 6x6 canvas using various forms 99 00:12:00,160 --> 00:12:08,400 of media and textures such as paper, paint, ink, stamps, stencils and metallics. 100 00:12:08,400 --> 00:12:12,800 They will help guide you through the art of designing an abstract or themed piece from 101 00:12:12,800 --> 00:12:14,900 your own imagination. 102 00:12:14,900 --> 00:12:20,960 You can also bring your own items to incorporate into your creation such as memorabilia, photos 103 00:12:20,960 --> 00:12:22,360 or letters. 104 00:12:22,360 --> 00:12:28,440 They will have lots of media options on hand to supplement and enhance your artwork. 105 00:12:28,440 --> 00:12:34,960 For more information on this event, visit their website at PortraitSellers.com. 106 00:12:34,960 --> 00:12:39,920 If you're in the mood for some laughs and a good glass of wine, then head on out to McKinney, 107 00:12:39,920 --> 00:12:48,320 Texas as the Lone Star Winery presents the Comedy Arena on Friday, August 23rd at 8 p.m. 108 00:12:48,320 --> 00:12:53,620 Get ready for an unforgettable evening of belly laughs and fine wine as the Lone Star 109 00:12:53,620 --> 00:13:00,880 Winery presents a night of top-notch improv comedy in historic downtown McKinney. 110 00:13:00,880 --> 00:13:08,840 Enjoy exceptional wines while being entertained by some of the best comedy improv in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. 111 00:13:08,840 --> 00:13:17,880 For more information on this event and ticket purchases, visit their website at LoneStarWineSellers.com. 112 00:13:17,880 --> 00:13:24,680 Join Masina Hoff or their Horror at Homecoming Murder Mystery event on Friday, August 23rd 113 00:13:24,680 --> 00:13:27,520 from 6.30 to 9.30 p.m. 114 00:13:27,520 --> 00:13:31,520 The future is bright for all but one at Mayhem High. 115 00:13:31,520 --> 00:13:36,360 In the midst of a winning football season, school pride is running rampant at the high 116 00:13:36,360 --> 00:13:42,040 school, while competition breeds excellence, it will also make one guest commit an act 117 00:13:42,040 --> 00:13:43,640 of vengeance. 118 00:13:43,640 --> 00:13:48,200 With their futures on the line, it will be up to the students and the staff at Mayhem 119 00:13:48,200 --> 00:13:52,800 High to make sure the felon does not go free. 120 00:13:52,800 --> 00:14:00,000 Join Masina Hoff for a night of dancing and deceit at a homecoming dance filled with dishonor. 121 00:14:00,000 --> 00:14:06,600 For more information on this event, visit their website at MasinaHoff.com. 122 00:14:06,600 --> 00:14:11,960 Join Michael Ross Winery in Fredericksburg, Texas for their Barrel Education event on 123 00:14:11,960 --> 00:14:15,600 Sunday, August 25th at 1 p.m. 124 00:14:15,600 --> 00:14:23,000 Head on out to unlock the secret partnership between oak and wine with winemaker Tim Drake. 125 00:14:23,000 --> 00:14:28,880 In this immersive workshop, you will learn how different oak forests, coopers, and toasting 126 00:14:28,880 --> 00:14:31,520 techniques interact with wine. 127 00:14:31,520 --> 00:14:36,320 You will get to experience the difference first hand by tasting wines aged in various 128 00:14:36,320 --> 00:14:42,760 barrels as Tim guides you through his perspective on oak and wine interactions. 129 00:14:42,760 --> 00:14:49,680 For more information on this event, visit their website at MichaelRossWinery.com. 130 00:14:49,680 --> 00:14:55,000 Hurry and purchase your tickets for Dukeman Family Winery's Wine Pairing Dinner with Texas 131 00:14:55,000 --> 00:15:03,120 Fine Wine on Thursday, August 29th at Vista Brewing's Driftwood Ranch at 6.30 p.m. 132 00:15:03,120 --> 00:15:09,280 Dukeman Family Winery is partnering with Texas Fine Wine to bring you a special wine pairing 133 00:15:09,280 --> 00:15:11,080 dinner experience. 134 00:15:11,080 --> 00:15:16,560 Celebrating its 10th anniversary, Texas Fine Wine represents some of the best wineries 135 00:15:16,560 --> 00:15:24,400 in Texas that not only make exceptional wines, but also have pioneered new grapes, wine styles, 136 00:15:24,400 --> 00:15:26,960 and winemaking techniques. 137 00:15:26,960 --> 00:15:33,160 Vista's culinary team, under Chef Kyle Barker, has created a farm-to-table menu featuring 138 00:15:33,160 --> 00:15:37,600 locally sourced produce and sustainable proteins. 139 00:15:37,600 --> 00:15:44,160 Each wine will be expertly paired with a unique dish to enjoy while hearing the stories behind 140 00:15:44,160 --> 00:15:46,640 each winery and wine. 141 00:15:46,640 --> 00:15:52,280 Meet the owners and winemakers of Texas Fine Wine, which include Bending Branch Winery in 142 00:15:52,280 --> 00:16:00,480 Comfort, Texas, Dukeman Family Winery in Driftwood, Pair Nalicellors in Stonewall, and Spicewood 143 00:16:00,480 --> 00:16:03,120 Vineyards in Spicewood, Texas. 144 00:16:03,120 --> 00:16:10,080 For more information on this event, visit their website at dukemanwinery.com. 145 00:16:10,080 --> 00:16:14,880 You might also want to grab your tickets early for Lost Oak Winery's Golden Girls' 146 00:16:14,880 --> 00:16:21,880 Era Comedy Event in Burleson, Texas on August 30th from 6 to 9 p.m. 147 00:16:21,880 --> 00:16:27,560 This Golden Girls' Night Out and Dinner Event will be hosted by comedian and life coach 148 00:16:27,560 --> 00:16:29,320 Joni Van Noy. 149 00:16:29,320 --> 00:16:36,080 For more information on this event, visit their website at lostoakwinery.com. 150 00:16:36,080 --> 00:16:40,880 Be on the lookout for Meijer Stone Vineyard's systemic approach to wine tasting event on 151 00:16:40,880 --> 00:16:45,200 Saturday, August 31st from 1 to 3 p.m. 152 00:16:45,200 --> 00:16:48,760 Have you ever wondered about the right way to taste wine? 153 00:16:48,760 --> 00:16:52,200 Or are you looking to become a more savvy wine sipper? 154 00:16:52,200 --> 00:16:58,560 Join Meijer Stone as they help you demystify the wine tasting process from start to end. 155 00:16:58,560 --> 00:17:05,000 You'll expand your wine vocabulary and gain useful tools to identify an array of wines 156 00:17:05,000 --> 00:17:07,640 as you taste through a flight together. 157 00:17:07,640 --> 00:17:12,440 The course will include a light food pairing to educate students of the influence of food 158 00:17:12,440 --> 00:17:18,640 on wine, along with take-home training materials, and a souvenir wine glass. 159 00:17:18,640 --> 00:17:25,600 For more information on this event, visit their website at MeijerStoneVineyards.com. 160 00:17:25,600 --> 00:17:31,920 Head on out to Wine for the People in Fredericksburg, Texas for their reserve tasting event on Saturday, 161 00:17:31,920 --> 00:17:34,960 August 31st at 2 p.m. 162 00:17:34,960 --> 00:17:40,120 Embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of Texas Terroir with this reserve 163 00:17:40,120 --> 00:17:44,240 tasting experience led by winemaker Ray Wilson. 164 00:17:44,240 --> 00:17:49,720 This will be treated to a curated selection of five limited production wines thoughtfully 165 00:17:49,720 --> 00:17:53,400 paired with seasonal and locally sourced bites. 166 00:17:53,400 --> 00:17:59,160 As Ray Wilson unveils the stories behind each glass, you will gain exclusive insights into 167 00:17:59,160 --> 00:18:01,520 the art of winemaking. 168 00:18:01,520 --> 00:18:07,480 Whether you're a wine aficionado or a curious explorer, this reserve tasting experience 169 00:18:07,480 --> 00:18:14,160 promises to be a profound connection with the flavors that make Texas wine stand out. 170 00:18:14,160 --> 00:18:21,000 For more information on this event, visit their website at WineForThePeople.com. 171 00:18:21,000 --> 00:18:23,480 And those are your wine events for the weekend. 172 00:18:23,480 --> 00:18:26,120 Stay tuned for your music lineup for the weekend. 173 00:18:26,120 --> 00:18:35,120 Up next! 174 00:18:35,120 --> 00:18:39,800 Barron's Creek Vineyards in Fredericksburg, Texas gets the music lineup started this weekend 175 00:18:39,800 --> 00:18:46,440 with Duovino on stage Saturday, August 24th from 12 to 3 p.m. 176 00:18:46,440 --> 00:18:52,480 Moody Family Wines in Bullard, Texas will have Tim Salzman on stage Friday, August 23rd 177 00:18:52,480 --> 00:18:55,040 from 6 to 8.30 p.m. 178 00:18:55,040 --> 00:19:01,120 Triple-N Ranch Winery in Trinidad, Texas will have a Taylor Swift tribute on Saturday, August 179 00:19:01,120 --> 00:19:05,240 24th from 6.45 to 9.30 p.m. 180 00:19:05,240 --> 00:19:10,520 Freshhold Vineyards in Navasota is having their Sunset Music Series with Justin Cole 181 00:19:10,520 --> 00:19:15,520 on stage Friday, August 23rd from 6 to 9 p.m. 182 00:19:15,520 --> 00:19:21,720 Bernhardt Winery in Plantersville will have Jacob Asville on stage Saturday, August 24th 183 00:19:21,720 --> 00:19:23,880 from 1 to 5 p.m. 184 00:19:23,880 --> 00:19:30,560 Followed by Yacht Rock USA on Sunday, August 25th from 7 to 9 p.m. 185 00:19:30,560 --> 00:19:36,760 Two Brothers Winery in Keller, Texas will have Courtney Marie on stage Saturday, August 186 00:19:36,760 --> 00:19:39,800 24th from 6 to 8 p.m. 187 00:19:39,800 --> 00:19:45,640 The Roots Vineyards in Plantersville will have a Tribute to Chicago, Santana and Elton 188 00:19:45,640 --> 00:19:50,440 John on Friday, August 23rd from 8 to 10 p.m. 189 00:19:50,440 --> 00:19:57,400 Followed by Live Music from the 80s and 90s on Saturday, August 24th from 8 to 10 p.m. 190 00:19:57,400 --> 00:19:58,640 as well. 191 00:19:58,640 --> 00:20:04,440 Wild Seed Farms in Fredericksburg will let Stephen K. Morris jam out on Saturday, August 192 00:20:04,440 --> 00:20:07,800 24th from 2 to 5 p.m. 193 00:20:07,800 --> 00:20:14,040 Barnhill Vineyards in Anna, Texas will have Texas Flood on stage Friday, August 23rd 194 00:20:14,040 --> 00:20:16,360 from 8 to 10 p.m. 195 00:20:16,360 --> 00:20:23,200 Followed by Windy City on Saturday, August 24th from 8 to 10 p.m. as well. 196 00:20:23,200 --> 00:20:27,680 Wedding Oak Winery in Fredericksburg, Texas will have the very popular Michael Notre 197 00:20:27,680 --> 00:20:33,320 Thomas on stage Sunday, August 25th from 1 to 4 p.m. 198 00:20:33,320 --> 00:20:38,800 Bending Branch Winery in Comfort, Texas will let Tyler Cannon assume the musical duties 199 00:20:38,800 --> 00:20:43,240 on Saturday, August 25th from 2 to 5 p.m. 200 00:20:43,240 --> 00:20:49,640 Carter Creek Winery in Johnson City will have Julia Rose on stage Saturday, August 24th 201 00:20:49,640 --> 00:20:51,680 at 7.30 p.m. 202 00:20:51,680 --> 00:20:59,840 Fiesta Winery on 290 will host Sherita Perez on stage, August 24th from 3 to 6 p.m. 203 00:20:59,840 --> 00:21:06,320 Fiesta Winery at the Bend location will have Justin Cole on stage, Saturday, August 24th 204 00:21:06,320 --> 00:21:08,640 from 1 to 5 p.m. 205 00:21:08,640 --> 00:21:14,280 Flat Creek Winery in Marble Falls will have Bruce Island Mine on stage, Saturday, August 206 00:21:14,280 --> 00:21:23,280 24th from 2 to 6 p.m. Followed by Andrew Lopez on Sunday, August 25th from 1 to 5 p.m. 207 00:21:23,280 --> 00:21:28,800 Paranalis Cellars in Stonewall, Texas will have Julia Rose on stage, Saturday, August 208 00:21:28,800 --> 00:21:31,720 24th from 1 to 4 p.m. 209 00:21:31,720 --> 00:21:37,120 Texas Heritage Vineyards in Fredericksburg will have Kim Carson on stage, Friday, August 210 00:21:37,120 --> 00:21:45,360 23rd from 2 to 4 p.m. Followed by Pauline Reese on Sunday, August 25th from 2 to 4 p.m. 211 00:21:45,360 --> 00:21:46,720 as well. 212 00:21:46,720 --> 00:21:52,520 The Texas Wine Collective in Fredericksburg will let Ron A. Rico rock the house on Saturday, 213 00:21:52,520 --> 00:21:55,840 August 24th from 1 to 5 p.m. 214 00:21:55,840 --> 00:22:01,840 Torna Locks in Burnett, Texas will have Trevor Helt on stage, Saturday, August 24th from 215 00:22:01,840 --> 00:22:04,080 2 to 5 p.m. 216 00:22:04,080 --> 00:22:09,480 Longhorn Cellars in Fredericksburg will have Steve Feinstein on stage, Saturday, August 217 00:22:09,480 --> 00:22:12,440 24th from 1 to 4 p.m. 218 00:22:12,440 --> 00:22:17,680 St. Girfond Farm and Vineyard in Burnett, Texas will have the talented Noel Gofforth 219 00:22:17,680 --> 00:22:22,640 on stage, Sunday, August 25th from 2 to 5 p.m. 220 00:22:22,640 --> 00:22:28,480 Arch Ray Winery in Fredericksburg will have Jeff Wood on stage, Friday, August 23rd from 221 00:22:28,480 --> 00:22:36,720 5 to 8 p.m. Followed by Brent Stone on Saturday, August 24th from 3 to 6 p.m. 222 00:22:36,720 --> 00:22:42,800 And Dukeman Family Winery in Driftwood, Texas will have Maxwell Pearl on stage, Saturday, 223 00:22:42,800 --> 00:22:46,320 August 24th from 4 to 7 p.m. 224 00:22:46,320 --> 00:22:49,320 And that's your music lineup for the weekend. 225 00:22:49,320 --> 00:23:01,480 Stay tuned for Did You Know? 226 00:23:01,480 --> 00:23:05,920 With harvest and full swing and many wineries in the production phase of the winemaking 227 00:23:05,920 --> 00:23:12,320 process, I'm excited to see and taste the many different varieties and styles of wine 228 00:23:12,320 --> 00:23:15,720 that will be released over the coming months and years. 229 00:23:15,720 --> 00:23:21,320 I've recently seen many social media posts showing the winemaking team performing various 230 00:23:21,320 --> 00:23:26,440 duties in the winery during this critical post-harvest phase. 231 00:23:26,440 --> 00:23:30,920 For a lot of wineries, the hard work doesn't just stop after the grapes are brought into 232 00:23:30,920 --> 00:23:32,640 the production facility. 233 00:23:32,640 --> 00:23:39,560 In fact, in some cases, the work in the production facility can be as challenging physically 234 00:23:39,560 --> 00:23:41,400 as it is mentally. 235 00:23:41,400 --> 00:23:47,920 From lab tests to labor, maceration and musk management, to pump overs and punchdowns, 236 00:23:47,920 --> 00:23:51,440 the winemaking team still have their hands full. 237 00:23:51,440 --> 00:23:58,000 Lab tests such as alcohol strength, total acidity, pH, and residual sugar are essential 238 00:23:58,000 --> 00:24:00,960 at this particular stage. 239 00:24:00,960 --> 00:24:07,400 Maceration and musk management are extremely important in order to continue or stop fermentation, 240 00:24:07,400 --> 00:24:14,240 extract color and flavor development, as well as prevention of microbial spoilage. 241 00:24:14,240 --> 00:24:19,080 Pumpovers and punchdowns, where the top layer of grape skins is submerged and soaked with 242 00:24:19,080 --> 00:24:24,920 wine with the intention of preventing bacteria from turning the wine into vinegar, is one 243 00:24:24,920 --> 00:24:29,840 of, if not the most important post-harvest activities. 244 00:24:29,840 --> 00:24:34,800 Winemakers and team members are doing punchdowns several times a day early in the morning and 245 00:24:34,800 --> 00:24:37,240 sometimes late at night. 246 00:24:37,240 --> 00:24:43,200 Lisa Jones of Alisa Christopher Wines shared a recent social media post doing punchdowns 247 00:24:43,200 --> 00:24:49,120 of her developing wine and how the procedure involves a significant amount of core strength 248 00:24:49,120 --> 00:24:51,760 in order to perform the task. 249 00:24:51,760 --> 00:24:55,640 Speaking of maceration and punchdowns, did you know? 250 00:24:55,640 --> 00:24:58,280 The French terms for these procedures? 251 00:24:58,280 --> 00:25:03,800 The cap, which is the collection of grape skins on the top of the wine during the maceration, 252 00:25:03,800 --> 00:25:05,960 is called a chapeau. 253 00:25:05,960 --> 00:25:13,480 As explained earlier, this cap that is punched down several times a day is called Piagge. 254 00:25:13,480 --> 00:25:19,040 So as we eagerly wait for the development or elevage of our favorite wines, let's not 255 00:25:19,040 --> 00:25:27,320 overlook the continuous attention to detail and the long and arduous road to wine perfection. 256 00:25:27,320 --> 00:25:30,000 Well that would do it for this week's episode. 257 00:25:30,000 --> 00:25:31,000 Thank you for joining me. 258 00:25:31,000 --> 00:25:36,960 I'm Mike Cole, your Texas Wine Scene correspondent and I look forward to seeing you next time 259 00:25:36,960 --> 00:25:39,280 on the Texas Wine Scene. 260 00:25:39,280 --> 00:25:42,080 Cheers. 261 00:25:42,080 --> 00:25:46,660 For more in-depth information on the wineries mentioned in this episode, visit the Texas 262 00:25:46,660 --> 00:25:53,400 Wine Lover website at txwinelover.com or the Texas Wine Lover app. 263 00:25:53,400 --> 00:25:58,920 There you will be able to find a vast amount of information about Texas wineries and wine 264 00:25:58,920 --> 00:26:00,800 related businesses. 265 00:26:00,800 --> 00:26:07,880 You can also search for information such as Texas wineries with lodging, 100% Texas wineries, 266 00:26:07,880 --> 00:26:12,960 tour companies, winemaker profiles and much, much more. 267 00:26:12,960 --> 00:26:17,160 Visit their website at txwinelover.com. 268 00:26:17,160 --> 00:26:20,840 That's txwinelover.com. 269 00:26:20,840 --> 00:26:26,320 Also please leave me a rating and a review and share the podcast with all your wine-loving 270 00:26:26,320 --> 00:26:27,320 friends. 271 00:26:27,320 --> 00:26:28,320 Cheers. 272 00:26:28,320 --> 00:26:40,920 Cheers.