West Texas

Del Rio, Fort Davis, Marfa, the Davis Mountains, and the Pecos. Texas wine at its most dramatic: desert edges, high mountain vineyards, historic cellars, and long drives that reward travelers with a strong sense of place
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Best Varietals
Cabernet, Tempranillo
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Peak Season
Aug - Sept
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Elevation
4,500-5,000 ft
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Location
Fort Davis · Marfa
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Avg Tasting Fee
$15-$30
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🤓 Did You Know?
The Trans-Pecos region of West Texas, including the Davis Mountains and the area around Marfa and Fort Davis, grows wine grapes at elevations above 4,500 feet, making it one of the highest wine regions in the United States.

About the Region

Texas wine at its most dramatic: desert edges, high mountain vineyards, historic cellars, and long drives that reward travelers with a strong sense of place.

Wino Notion organizes Texas by practical visitor geography while retaining the official AVA names that explain origin and terroir.

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Grapes to Know

Regional variety

Cabernet Sauvignon

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Sauvignon Blanc

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Tempranillo

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Touriga Nacional

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Black Spanish

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