Have a Nice Wine in North Texas

If you’re thinking of kicking back this January and relaxing after the hectic holiday season, you may be imagining hanging out by a nice roaring fire with a glass of wine in your hand. And you can do that at several different North Texas wineries! Although Hill Country may be more widely known as the place to visit for a wine-fueled getaway, North Texas is not to be overlooked! The growing cities north of the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex offer up excellent wines just miles from the big city hustle and bustle of DFW.

Whether you’re wanting a light glass of chilled sparkling wine or a heartier, full-bodied red, North Texas wineries have robust wine offerings to suit most any palate. North Texas weather in the winter months can be fairly unpredictable, but it generally lends itself well to nights out with friends at a cozy spot with wine and light bites. If you’re hoping for a wine weekend with your favorite travel buddies, look no further than North Texas.

Four North Texas wineries not to be missed

• Fortunata Winery (Providence Village)– If the slogan “Your taste of Tuscany in North Texas” is any indication, visitors are in for a treat when they visit this elegant winery in Providence Village. Open to guests ages 21 and over only, Fortunata is open on the weekends and features wood-fired pizzas, charcuterie boards, live music and great wine. 

• Larue Winery (Lewisville)– Book this spot for your next event, visit when they have live entertainment (including music and comedy) or simply stop by for a drink on the weekends to kick back and stay awhile. The ambiance at Larue is welcoming, and with grapes from Santiago and California, you know the wine is going to be good! 

• Rock Creek Winery (Aubrey)– Wine and golf? Yes please! Guests to this winery in Aubrey can enjoy their drinks inside or outside with a view of the beautiful nine acres of this winery. Work on your golf swing while you sample these Texas wines to top off your Rock Creek Winery experience. 

• Edge of the Lake Winery (Valley View)– This family-friendly winery sits on 100 picturesque acres just north of Lake Ray Roberts. Spend an afternoon here soaking up the sunshine while tasting the locally-made wines Edge of the Lake produces. Guests can even pack a picnic to enjoy outside while they sample wine. This is a spot not to be missed!

Cheers!

North Texas lodging

Looking for a Dallas/Fort Worth getaway without the bright lights of the big city? The Retreat at Shady Creek may be just the spot for you! Pet-friendly and affordable, The Retreat at Shady Creek is nestled in beautiful scenery in Aubrey, just north of Dallas. This fast-growing area of the metroplex has numerous attractions for all to enjoy in addition to the wineries listed in this article. Guests to The Retreat can expect top-notch amenities including a swimming pool, putting green, pickleball court and more. Stay a day, a week, or a month… You’re always welcome at The Retreat at Shady Creek!