Throughout the episode, discover what truly sets Sandy Road Vineyards apart from the bustling crowds of the Hill Country. Bryan takes us behind the scenes of their boutique production, detailing their hands-on philosophy from the dirt all the way to the glass. Listeners will get an inside look at their exquisite low-intervention wines, including their unique red blends, estate Mourvèdre, and Tempranillo, as well as the intimate cellar tastings hosted right in the barrel room. Whether you are looking for a peaceful getaway overlooking the vines or want to learn about the passionate farming pushing the Texas wine industry forward, this episode is your perfect guide.
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*Sandy Road Vineyards*
Johnson City, TX
Website: https://sandyroadvineyards.com/
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00:00 - Intro: Catching the Wine Bug
00:27 - Welcome to Texas Under Vine: Episode 81
01:22 - Catching up on Hill Country Wine Events & 12 Fires Winery
02:37 - Introducing Bryan Chagoly of Sandy Road Vineyards
04:00 - Bryan's Background & Landing in Johnson City, TX
06:22 - The "Aggie Math" Mistake that Built the Treehouse Tasting Deck
09:27 - Navigating Early Grape Growing & Varietal Selection
14:52 - Sandy Road's 100% Estate Farming Philosophy
18:37 - The Tasting Room Experience & Boutique Production Style
23:37 - Surviving Texas Weather: Frost, Heat, and Vine Management
28:12 - Low-Intervention Winemaking & Pet-Nat Breakdown
33:12 - Exploring the Wine Menu: Mourvèdre, Tempranillo, and Beyond
38:32 - The Intimate Cellar Tastings & Barrel Room Experiences
43:12 - Standing Out in the Hill Country: Quiet Vibes vs. Busy Crowds
47:22 - Looking to the Future of Sandy Road Vineyards
52:42 - Outro: Treehouse or Cellar? (Leave a Comment Below!)
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