Winery guide / Stonewall
Ab Astris Winery
Small family winery with a 12-acre vineyard and patio, known for dry Texas-grown wines and lively club parties with live music.
About the winery
Family-owned Ab Astris (Latin for "of the stars") was founded in 2018 by Tony and Erin Smith with daughter Kristen Nelson (general manager) and son-in-law Mike Nelson (winemaker). Its 12-acre estate vineyard was planted in 2018-2019, including four acres of Tannat.
Tasting room with expansive windows, a covered patio and shaded oaks overlooking the 12-acre vineyard, between Stonewall and Hye near LBJ National Park.
Best for: couples who love bold, dry estate reds
Known for
100% Texas-grown, dry estate wines; Tannat is the signature planting, alongside Souzão, Clairette Blanche, Petite Sirah and Montepulciano.
Experiences
$30 guided tasting of five dry wines (one white, one rosé, three reds) led by sommelier-trained staff; cheese board add-on; wine club events with live music. Book on Tock.
Plan your visit
Visiting info
- Hours
- Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun 12-5pm; Sat 12-6pm; closed Tue-Wed
- Address
- 320 Klein Rd, Stonewall, TX 78671
- Tastings
- $30 (five dry wines); cheese board add-on $35
- Reservations
- Recommended via Tock
- Groups
- Reservations strongly suggested on Saturdays and required for parties of six or more.
- Kids
- Listed as kid friendly (per TX Wine Lover).
- Dogs
- Friendly dogs on leashes welcome (per TX Wine Lover).
- Food
- Cheese board pairing ($35) available with tastings.
- Phone
- (830) 644-8369
Fast facts
Good to know
- Founded
- 2018
- People
- Owners/co-founders Tony & Erin Smith; winemaker/co-founder Mike Nelson; GM/co-founder Kristen Nelson
- Vineyard
- 12-acre estate vineyard (planted 2018-2019)
- Grapes & wines
- Tannat, Souzão, Clairette Blanche, Petite Sirah, Montepulciano
- Events
- Wine Club member events with wine, cheese and live music; Fredericksburg Food & Wine Fest
Wine club
Ab Astris Winery wine club
- Club
- Four Bottle Club, Six Bottle Club, Case Club (Red or Mixed)
- Shipments
- 4x/year
- Bottles
- 4, 6 or 12
- Perks
- 15/20/25% off wine and merch; 2/4/6 complimentary tastings or glasses per day; pickup party guest invitations; annual Case Club dinner
- Cost
- Not listed; shipping $30 (4-bottle), $15 (6-bottle), free (Case)
Visit with Absolute Charm
Skip the driving and the reservations
Private tour guests can add this winery to their day. Pickup from your lodging, every stop reserved, and a local guide. Add the Tasting Pass, order a glass, or use your member perks here.
Ab Astris Winery FAQ
Are kids allowed at Ab Astris Winery?
Listed as kid friendly (per TX Wine Lover).
Is Ab Astris Winery dog friendly?
Friendly dogs on leashes welcome (per TX Wine Lover).
What are Ab Astris Winery's hours?
Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun 12-5pm; Sat 12-6pm; closed Tue-Wed
Do I need a reservation?
Recommended via Tock
How much is a tasting?
$30 (five dry wines); cheese board add-on $35
What does a tasting include?
A $30 tasting of five dry wines, typically one white, one rosé and three reds; a cheese board pairing can be added for $35.
Where is Ab Astris?
320 Klein Road, Stonewall, on the 290 Wine Trail near LBJ National Park, with an indoor tasting room, covered patio and shade under oak trees.
Can Absolute Charm take me to Ab Astris Winery?
Yes. Private tour guests choose their wineries from our list, and we reserve each stop and drive you there. Our Classic tour visits a rotating set of favorites.
Information checked October 2026 from Ab Astris Winery's own website. Hours, prices and policies change, so please confirm directly with the winery.
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