In this episode, we sit down with co-owner and winemaker Chris McIntosh. Learn how a former hog farm was transformed into a 15-acre vineyard specializing in Spanish varietals like Albariño, Tempranillo, and Grenache. Chris shares his unique "no-added-sugar" philosophy, using organic blue agave for sweetness, and the importance of their "one wine at a time" tasting experience.
Visit *Edge Of The Lake Vineyard (https://www.edgeofthelakevineyard.com/)*
00:00:11 Fredericksburg Food and Wine Festival 2025 Details
00:01:36 Using the Texas Wine Lover Website and App
00:04:31 Welcome to Texas Under Vine: Episode 71
00:05:41 Location and History of Edge of the Lake Vineyard
00:06:55 Vineyard Varieties: Albariño, Tempranillo, and Grenache
00:08:14 The Intentional Tasting Room Experience
00:10:23 Interview with Winemaker Chris McIntosh
00:12:22 Chris's Background in the Restaurant Industry
00:14:38 Philosophy on Grenache and the Mediterranean Style
00:17:23 The Origin of the Name "Edge of the Lake"
00:18:07 Sourcing Fruit and Relationships with Texas Growers
00:23:45 Favorite Varietals to Work With: Petite Sirah
00:24:51 The Story of "Texas Hogwash Rosé"
00:27:52 Sweet Freedom: Agave-Sweetened Wine
00:30:11 Events: Sip & Shop, Wine Pairing Dinners, and Murder Mysteries
00:35:25 Tasting Room Options and Reservation Info
00:43:06 Wine Club Details and Member Perks
00:47:17 Future Growth: Event Spaces and Lodging Plans
00:54:40 Scott’s Tasting Notes and Bourbon Barrel Tempranillo
00:56:55 How to Support the Podcast via Patreon
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*Locations mentioned in this episode:*
Grayson College (https://www.grayson.edu/pathways/viticulture-and-enology/index.html)
Water’s Edge Winery (https://wew.wine/dallas/)
Reddy Vineyards (https://www.reddyvineyards.com/)
Eden Hill Vineyard & Winery (https://edenhill.com/) Also check out TUV Episode 20 (https://texasundervine.com/video/episode-020-nt-eden-hill-vineyard-winery)
Bingham Family Vineyards (https://binghamfamilyvineyards.com/)
Ironroot Republic Distillery (https://www.ironrootrepublic.com/)
The Farm To Belly Food Co. (https://thefarmtobelly.com/)
Red River Rides (https://redriverrides.com/)
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