Discover the story behind his nearly 20-acre estate vineyard and the "crazy start" that led to planting 20,000 vines. Gary also discusses the importance of 100% Texas grapes, his unique approach to natural winemaking without added sulfites, and the specific varietals that thrive in the Bosque River Valley. Whether you're a wine enthusiast or curious about sustainable farming, this interview offers a fascinating look at the intersection of architecture and agriculture.
In this episode, we cover:
🍷 Gary’s "crazy start" from a weekend ranch getaway to planting nearly 20 acres of estate vines.
🍷 The science of sustainability: How geothermal energy and wind power run a modern winery.
🍷 The "Old World" way: Why Gary rejects modern chemical additives and embraces extended barrel aging.
🍷 Gravity flow vs. Pumps: The technical reason why "moving" wine too much can ruin the bottle.
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00:00:00 - Intro: How did they make wine before electricity?
00:00:22 - Exploring the Texas Wine Lover App
00:01:21 - Welcome to Red Caboose Winery
00:01:46 - From Architecture to the "Crazy" Start of a Winery
00:04:47 - Planting 20,000 Vines in Meridian, TX
00:08:44 - The "Old World" Philosophy and Avoiding Chemicals
00:13:34 - Designing a Sustainable, Geothermal Winery
00:21:40 - Why Gravity Flow Matters for Fine Wine
00:32:15 - The Art of Extended Barrel Aging
00:41:40 - Producing Natural Wine Without Added Sulfites
00:54:15 - Gary’s Advice for Future Winemakers
00:58:30 - Support Texas Under Vine on Patreon