Hill Country Wine Symposium - Texas Wine Rising
Jan 12 2026 - 6:00pm to Jan 14 2026 - 10:00pm
Innovation, Growth, and Excellence in the Texas Hill Country
The 12th annual Hill Country Wine Symposium, hosted by Texas Hill Country Wineries (THCW), returns from January 12–14, 2026, at the Horseshoe Bay Resort. This premier industry gathering brings together winemakers, vineyard owners, and hospitality professionals to explore the theme "Texas Wine Rising."
- Educational Tracks: Over 20 curated sessions across three tracks: Vineyard, Winery, and Business.
- Keynote Speaker: James Tidwell, MS (TEXSOM), will open the event by tracing the path of innovation and excellence in Texas wine.
- Exclusive Networking: New for 2026, the "Travertine Ballroom" will host speakers and panelists for one-on-one Q&A and networking immediately following their sessions.
- Special Highlights: * One Block Challenge: A workshop focused on sustainability in the Texas wine industry
- Blind Tastings: Discover award-winning Texas wines in interactive tasting sessions.
- Winemaker Dinner: An exclusive six-course dinner paired with seven exceptional Texas wines (sold separately).
- Industry Awards: Recognition of the "Tall Texan Lifetime Achievement" and "Wine Industry Person of the Year."
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