Winery guide / Fredericksburg · Hwy 290
Grape Creek Vineyards
Tuscan-style estate with vineyard tram tours, a barrel room and Stout's Signature restaurant; also pours Napa-sourced Jenblossom wines.
About the winery
Brian and Jennifer Heath purchased Grape Creek Vineyards in 2006 and run it under Heath Family Brands. Winemaker Jason Englert has been with Grape Creek since 2004 and is billed as Texas's most decorated winemaker, with 260+ scores of 90 points or higher and over 2,000 medals.
Tuscan-inspired villa estate on US-290 with tasting rooms, fountains, terraces and patios, plus a vineyard tram ride; additional tasting room on Main Street downtown.
Best for: couples wanting a polished, Tuscan-style estate visit
Known for
Award-winning wines across many varietals, with an emphasis on warm-climate Rhône, southern French and Italian grapes; sister brands include Heath Sparkling Wines and Jenblossom Cellars.
Experiences
Classic Wine Tasting ($30); Taste & Tour with vineyard tram and barrel room (~60 min, $45); seated Jenblossom Private Tasting ($45, min. 4); sparkling tastings at the downtown room.
Plan your visit
Visiting info
- Hours
- Daily 11 am–5:30 pm (Hwy 290 estate).
- Address
- 10587 E US Hwy 290, Fredericksburg, TX 78624; plus a Main Street tasting room
- Tastings
- Classic $30; Taste & Tour $45; Jenblossom Private $45; downtown Classic or Sparkling $30
- Reservations
- Recommended; walk-ins as space allows; Jenblossom by appointment (min 4); groups over 6 need approval
- Groups
- Groups larger than 6 need prior approval via the special request form; seating is limited to parties of 6. On weekends vehicles must fit in a standard parking space.
- Kids
- Tasting guests must be 21+ (no accompanying children or infants). Supervised children of members are allowed on patios only.
- Dogs
- Well-behaved dogs allowed for members on patios and the lawn near the vineyard; service animals welcome.
- Food
- Stout's Signature at Grape Creek restaurant on site (member dining and patios). No outside food or drinks.
- Phone
- (830) 644-2710
Fast facts
Good to know
- People
- Owned by Brian and Jennifer Heath (Heath Family Brands) since 2006; winemaker Jason Englert (with Grape Creek since 2004)
- Vineyard
- 68 acres of Heath Family estate vineyards in the Texas Hill Country AVA
- Grapes & wines
- Warm-climate Rhone, southern French and Italian varietals; Jenblossom Cabernet and Pinot Noir
- Awards
- Winemaker Jason Englert has 260+ scores of 90+ points and 2,000+ medals
- Events
- Tuscan-inspired villa with fountains and terraces; Taste & Tour with a vineyard tram ride and barrel room; Stout's Signature restaurant for members; Jenblossom private tasting
Wine club
Grape Creek Vineyards wine club
- Club
- Grape Creek Club (Black Label, Mixed, Whites, Sweet, HFB Rose); Owner's Club; Premium 6+
- Shipments
- 5x/year (Feb, Apr, May/Jun, Oct, Dec); Owner's Club 2x/year
- Bottles
- 3, 6 or 12
- Perks
- 15% off wine, dining, merch; up to 2 complimentary glasses per visit at any Heath location; member-only patios, lounge, restaurant; Tank Tasting and Festa Della Vendemmia events; Premium 6+: free bottle or free shipping
- Cost
- Free to join
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.
Grape Creek Vineyards FAQ
Are kids allowed at Grape Creek Vineyards?
Tasting guests must be 21+ (no accompanying children or infants). Supervised children of members are allowed on patios only.
Is Grape Creek Vineyards dog friendly?
Well-behaved dogs allowed for members on patios and the lawn near the vineyard; service animals welcome.
What are Grape Creek Vineyards's hours?
Daily 11 am–5:30 pm (Hwy 290 estate).
Do I need a reservation?
Recommended; walk-ins as space allows; Jenblossom by appointment (min 4); groups over 6 need approval
How much is a tasting?
Classic $30; Taste & Tour $45; Jenblossom Private $45; downtown Classic or Sparkling $30
Does Grape Creek offer vineyard tours?
Yes. The $45 Taste & Tour (about 60 minutes) includes a tram ride through the vineyards, a production and barrel room tour and a tasting.
Can Absolute Charm take me to Grape Creek Vineyards?
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 Grape Creek Vineyards's own website. Hours, prices and policies change, so please confirm directly with the winery.
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