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Bold and refreshing - The Grapevine Urban Wine Trail is a stroll to be savoured

As the fifth-largest wine-producing state in the US, Texas continues to cultivate its reputation for top-tier wines. With an easy 10-minute transfer from Dallas-Fort Worth airport, Grapevine is a great destination to start your tasting journey. The city invites viticulture enthusiasts to explore its Urban Wine Trail on a journey of flavour, through its renowned wineries, tasting rooms and exceptional events such the annual GrapeFest®, which attracts around 260,000 visitors every September.
The Urban Wine Trail features 9 unique winery tasting rooms, many of which are immersed in the charm of Historic Downtown Grapevine. Here, visitors can savour everything from full-bodied Texas reds to crisp whites, crafted from 100% Texas-grown grapes. Highlights include local favourites like the family-owned Messina Hof Winery, one of the most highly regarded and awarded Texas wineries, famous for crafting wines for over 40 years. It’s also the largest producer of Sagrantino in the US. Visitors can also take in the Bingham Family Vineyard, known for its bold reds, refreshing whites and much-loved in Grapevine for its award-winning varietals.
Tasting activities to note:
Grapevine Wine Tours, Guided tastings complete with stops at wineries and a specially designed three-course meal
Walking Food and Wine Pairing Tours, Mouthwatering culinary pairings along Historic Main Street
- Seasonal Events, Themed wine festivals, chocolate and wine pairings, plus the unique Night Watchman Tour, blending local history and ghost stories.  
Grapevine is also home to several specialty shops, such as Dr. Sue’s Chocolate, where visitors can find artisan chocolates to pair perfectly with their wine selections. That’s right, chocolate AND wine.
Getting there:
Grapevine Historic Main Street District is just 3 miles and an easy 10-minute trip from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, which is the second busiest airport in the world, offering non-stop services from more than 200 cities and 60 international destinations. 
For more information, including event schedules and Urban Wine Trail maps, visit https://www.grapevinetexasusa.com/wine/urban-wine-trail/
For more information on events, schedules, ticket purchases and to plan your stay, visit www.GrapevineTexasUSA.com
About Grapevine, Texas 
Grapevine's allure also extends beyond its historic charm. The city boasts an array of modern amenities and attractions that cater to diverse interests. From wine enthusiasts exploring the Grapevine Urban Wine Trail, to the new immersive art exhibition, Meow Wolf Grapevine, inside the largest outlet mall in North Texas, Grapevine Mills, Grapevine has you covered. Getting to Grapevine couldn’t be easier via DFW Airport, which recently ranked No. 1 as the fastest major airport for clearing international customs, with an average wait of just 15 minutes for international travellers and it’s just a seven-minute drive to many of Grapevine’s hotels. Stay in one of the many fabulous Grapevine hotels, including Gaylord Texan Resort, Great Wolf Lodge, Hotel Vin or Hilton DFW Lakes.  

 

Posted by: Grapevine Convention & Visitors Bureau
Posted on: 05/11/2024

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