Winery guide / Hye
Calais Winery
Wine cave dug into a hillside outside Hye, pouring premier 100% Texas-grape wines in an intimate cellar setting.
About the winery
French-born winemaker Benjamin Calais moved to Texas in 2007 and opened Calais Winery in Dallas's Deep Ellum in 2008, moving it to Hye in 2015. He is known for championing 100% Texas-grown wine.
Underground "Cave" dug into a hillside, holding the winery, cellar and tasting room, finished with reclaimed East Texas barn wood.
Best for: small groups who want an intimate cellar tasting
Known for
Bordeaux-variety wines made from 100% Texas grapes, using native yeasts when possible; French-inspired style.
Experiences
Cave Tasting ($30, about 1 hour, up to 4); Prestige Tasting ($65, six wines side by side, Saturdays 11am or 2:30pm); periodic wine dinners.
Plan your visit
Visiting info
- Hours
- By appointment: Wed 1-4pm; Thu 12-4pm; Fri 11am-5pm; Sat 11am-6pm; Sun 11am-5pm
- Address
- 8115 US 290 West, Hye, TX 78635
- Tastings
- Cave Tasting $30; Prestige Tasting $65
- Reservations
- By appointment (Cave Tasting Wed-Sun; Prestige Saturdays)
- Groups
- Appointment only; Cave and Prestige tastings are limited to 4 guests per booking.
- Phone
- (830) 213-2124
Fast facts
Good to know
- Founded
- 2008 (started in Dallas; now in an underground wine cave in Hye)
- People
- Winemaker Benjamin Calais
- Grapes & wines
- Red, white and rosé wines from 100% Texas grapes
- Events
- Wine dinners for Allocation Members in the cellar or nearby venues
Wine club
Calais Winery wine club
- Club
- Allocation List
- Perks
- Access to allocation wines
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.
Calais Winery FAQ
Are kids allowed at Calais Winery?
The winery doesn't publish a policy for children, so please call ahead before bringing kids.
Is Calais Winery dog friendly?
The winery doesn't publish a pet policy, so please call ahead before bringing a dog.
What are Calais Winery's hours?
By appointment: Wed 1-4pm; Thu 12-4pm; Fri 11am-5pm; Sat 11am-6pm; Sun 11am-5pm
Do I need a reservation?
By appointment (Cave Tasting Wed-Sun; Prestige Saturdays)
How much is a tasting?
Cave Tasting $30; Prestige Tasting $65
How large can my group be?
Cave and Prestige Tastings are limited to 4 people per reservation.
What should I wear?
The Cave is kept at 65°F, so bring a light jacket or sweater. Cave Tastings are $30 for five current releases; the Prestige Tasting is $65.
Can Absolute Charm take me to Calais 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 Calais Winery's own website. Hours, prices and policies change, so please confirm directly with the winery.
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