Texas Wine Growers presents: The 100% Texas Tasting Experience

Join Texas Wine Growers on Sunday, March 1, 2026 from 12 - 3 PM at Swallows Eve in Fredericksburg for an unforgettable afternoon celebrating authentic Texas wine, food, and community.

• Taste 100% Texas wines crafted solely from Texas-grown grapes from 16 member wineries all in one spot! Your ticket includes 20 tasting samples, giving you the chance to explore diverse AVAs, grape varieties, and winemaking styles from across the state.
• Sample Texas flavors from GO TEXAN artisan food partners featuring salsas, meats, breads, pickles, sweets, and more from across our great state.
• Meet the makers behind your favorite bottles and discover how they’re shaping the future of Texas agriculture and the state’s growing wine industry.
• Experience our Fireside Chat sessions, hosted by This is Texas Wine podcast host and wine educator Shelly Wilfong, featuring winemakers and influential figures in Texas wine. Open to all attendees on a space-available basis. Details below!
• Take the taste home: Shop bottles and food products directly after tasting, perfect for stocking up on your new favorite Texas wines and foods!

Just Announced: Fireside Chat Sessions!

12:30pm - Fill Your Head: Purpose, Creativity, and 100% Texas Wine

Featuring winemakers Tyler Wolz and David Newitt, and co-owner Chase Jones of Slate Theory Winery. As one of Texas Wine Growers’ newest winery members, Slate Theory blends Texas wine with a bold commitment to mental health and community.

In this conversation, you’ll hear how Slate Theory’s values influence the way they make wine, build relationships, and engage with the Texas wine community. The discussion highlights why using Texas-grown grapes matters, how TWG membership supports that commitment, and what authenticity really looks like behind the label.

1:30pm - From the Ground Up: Why Supporting Texas Wine Means Supporting Texas Agriculture

Featuring Texas Wine Growers grower members David Wallace of Rancho Bronco Vineyards, Reagan Sivadon of Sandy Road Vineyards, and Akhil Reddy of Reddy Vineyards. This conversation spotlights the growers behind 100% Texas wine and the essential role agriculture plays in the state’s wine industry. Hear about why protecting Texas-grown grapes matters, how growers and wineries work together, and why choosing 100% Texas wine is an investment in Texas land, farmers, and communities.

TWG Advocate Member Perk:

$45 Ticket includes early admission 11AM - 12PM*

Want early access, special perks, and exclusive invitations like the VIP Advocate Hour?

Join Texas Wine Growers as an Advocate Member today and be part of the movement supporting 100% Texas-grown wine. Learn more about Advocate Membership

*TWG Advocate Members may purchase up to 2 tickets per Advocate Member; contact TWG for your promo link. Thank you for being a Texas Wine Advocate!

Featured Wineries and GO TEXAN Vendors:

Participating TWG Winery Members: Ab Astris, Bingham Family Vineyards, Hawk's Shadow Winery, Lewis Wines, Lost Draw Wines, Perissos Vineyards, Pontotoc Vineyard, Portree Cellars, Reddy Vineyards, Rivenburgh Wine, Sandy Road Vineyards, Slate Theory Winery, Texas Heritage Vineyard, Torr Na Lochs Vineyard & Winery, Westcave Cellars, and William Chris Vineyards.

Participating GO TEXAN artisan foods from: Boujee Q's, Chuckwagon Nutcakes, Mickey's Mustard, New Canaan Farms, Saturday Bouquet, Savor Products, Texas Iberico, Texas Pike Pickles, Thoughtful Snacks, and Torcatha BBQ Sauce.