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    Swirl, Sniff, Sip, Repeat

    7 essential wineries to hit on your next Texas Hill Country road trip

    Brandon Watson
    Jan 24, 2019 | 4:04 pm

    If you are one of those holdouts who still turns your nose up at Texas wines, it’s time to give them a second chance. The industry has exploded over the past few years, in no small part due to a boon in world-class bottles and an increasing commitment to using grapes grown in the state.

    Hundreds of wineries now dot the landscape, with more than 50 in the Texas Hill Country. It's worth planning a road trip to take in the scenery; sip some spectacular reds, whites, and rosés; and appreciate what's in your own state. Here are seven wineries not to miss.

    4.0 Cellars
    In 2012, three of Texas’ most well-known wineries — Brennan Vineyards, Lost Oak Winery, and McPherson Cellars — got together to open a tasting room just outside the Fredericksburg city limits. The location allows the far-flung wineries (located in Comanche, Burleson, and Lubbock, respectively) a higher traffic area to showcase their creations. The move also birthed a new project, the aptly named 4.0. Now, guests can enjoy wines from all four brands Tuesday through Sunday. Bring a picnic and enjoy the fresh air or buy pairings from artisans like Veldhuizen Cheese Company and chocolatier Cathy Locke.

    Austin Winery
    Traveled to the state's capital and don’t have a full weekend to devote to a full Hill Country wine trip? Take a Lyft to The Yard in South Austin to experience Austin’s first urban winery. The tasting room offers a wide variety of pours from a fortified wine collaboration with neighbors Still Austin Whiskey to buzzy natural wines like Pétillant Naturel. There’s also plenty of grub for inspired pairings like olives, nuts, and cheese from Antonelli’s.

    Duchman Family Winery
    This Driftwood winery specializes in Italian varietals like Aglianico, Dolcetto, and Montepulciano, grapes that just happen to thrive in the finicky Texas weather. If you are planning a visit, make a day of it and pop into one of two dozen wineries, breweries, and distilleries located nearby, including Bell Springs Winery, Argus Cidery, Desert Door Sotol, and Jester King Brewery. The Tuscan-inspired tasting room serves pours daily with extended hours on Friday and Saturday.

    Fall Creek Vineyards
    Any Texan who has ever spent the day sampling Syrah in the Hill Country owes Fall Creek owners Ed and Susan Auler a big debt of gratitude. The couple put the region on the map, first by establishing the pioneering winery in Tow in 1980, then by founding the Texas Hill Country Wine & Food Festival to promote the emerging region in 1986. Ed was also instrumental in having the viticultural area officially recognized by the U.S. government. Pay your respects at two tasting rooms, both open daily. The original location is on the banks of Lake Buchanan, known for some of the best fishing in the state. The Driftwood outpost has its own luxury cottage and is just a short walk from Salt Lick BBQ.

    Lewis Wines
    Two of the youngest winemakers in the Hill Country, longtime friends and co-owners Doug Lewis and Duncan McNabb made their first wines with extra fruit from Pedernales Cellars, Lewis’ then-employer. Today, their winery is an essential stop on any tour, offering wines like a Tempranillo and a Syrah Mouvédre made with Texas High Plains Grapes. Tastings are done daily for a $15 fee, refunded with the purchase of two bottles. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are especially recommended on the weekend.

    Pedernales Cellars
    This family-owned favorite has two experiences to offer oenophiles. The Stonewall estate features beautiful vistas of the Pedernales River Valley that can be enjoyed from an outdoor deck. The Fredericksburg location is on the bustling Main Street strip, near other tasting rooms, gourmet restaurants, and boutiques. Both are open daily, with the exception of the Frederickburg location on Tuesdays. The fee for a flight includes a souvenir glass for pouring purchased bottles at home.

    William Chris Vineyards
    Texas wine evangelists Bill Blackmon and Chris Bundrett operate this Hye winery and tasting room, tucked into a oak-lined property with stunning Hill Country views. Learn about the Lone Star State’s unique terroir while sipping a glass on the patio or covered pavilion and enjoy live music on the weekends. The tasting room is open seven days a week, and reservations are required Friday through Sunday.

    Learn more about wine at Pedernales Cellars.

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    Hotel News

    Dallas developer to open boutique Hotel Dax in Addison

    Teresa Gubbins
    Dec 11, 2025 | 1:46 pm
    Hotel DAX
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    Hotel DAX

    There's a new hotel coming to Addison from a well known Dallas developer: Called Hotel Dax, it'll open at 14315 Midway Rd. at the northwest corner of Spring Valley Road, and it's from Centurion American Development Group, the owner of the Statler hotel in downtown Dallas.

    According to a release, Hotel Dax will open in early 2026 as a lifestyle-focused property that will function as a destination for travelers, meeting planners, and a social hub for locals.

    The property was previously the Crowne Plaza Hotel, which was built in 1984 but closed during the pandemic.

    Renovations include nearly 32,000 square feet of meeting space, four dining and beverage venues, a resort-style pool, a Top Golf Swing Suite, and design-forward interiors by Dallas-based Merriman Anderson Architects.

    A second phase of development is planned for 2027, which will include the reenvisioning and renovation of the hotel’s 426 guest rooms and suites, marking continued significant capital investment in the property. Guest rooms at opening will already feature contemporary design and upscale finishes, but the 2027 renovation will be an improvement.

    The name references the Dallas Addison Exchange, acknowledging the area's role as a business and cultural center since the town's incorporation in 1953. Centurion American previously transformed and renovated The Statler, a historic downtown Dallas hotel, into a luxury destination that reopened in 2017, and now brings that same vision for elevated hospitality to Addison.

    Addison — with more restaurants per capita than any city in the U.S., corporate headquarters, and entertainment district — has vibrant energy that attracted Centurion American.

    “Addison has always been at the crossroads of business and hospitality, and Hotel Dax will celebrate that history,” says Centurion American CEO Mehrdad Moayedi in a statement. “There is such a high demand for quality meeting space and first-class hotel accommodations that this property can fulfill. We look forward to being an active part of the Addison community.”

    Since 1990, Centurion American has developed well over 200,000 single-family lots in dozens of premier communities across North Texas. In addition to its extensive residential footprint, Centurion has expanded its portfolio to include a wide range of commercial, mixed-use, and multifamily projects that further enhance the communities it creates.

    Dining concepts
    Hotel Dax will feature four separately branded venues designed to attract neighborhood traffic alongside hotel guests:

    • Top Brass is an American bistro anchoring the property with a menu built on bold flavors and elevated comfort food. The restaurant balances polish with personality, delivering Southern hospitality without the formality, in a space designed for genuine connection and memorable meals.
    • Bar Dax is a social hub where guests and locals can gather at communal tables for wine, cocktails and shareable plates. The space features large big screens for catching games, curated happy hour experiences, and an inviting atmosphere built for lingering well into the night.
    • Outdoor Pool Lounge serves as a destination, whether guests are swimming or simply gathering at the bar. The landscaped venue will be open to locals and available for private events, creating a resort-style amenity in the heart of Addison's business district.
    • Brewed, operated by the locally acclaimed coffee brand, will offer specialty coffee and a grab-and-go market for both hotel guests and neighborhood residents.

    Design and amenities
    The hotel will feature a resort-style pool, a 5,000-square-foot 24-hour fitness center with dedicated space for classes and wellness programming, a Hertz service desk, and a Top Golf Swing Suite.

    The property will also offer events and experiences designed for hotel guests and local residents to reinforce its role as a community gathering place.

    A courtesy shuttle will provide access to the new DART Silver Line, connecting guests to destinations across North Texas including DFW International Airport.

    Management
    Centurion American selected Dallas-based Dreamscape Hospitality to manage the property, drawing on the company's track record in lifestyle and boutique hotel management. The hotel will participate in Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International's loyalty program, providing guests with access to the brand's global network of properties and benefits.

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