Messina Hof Bryan
Founded on the cornerstones of family, tradition, and romance, Messina Hof Winery & Resort has held its place as a Brazos Valley staple since its start in 1977. The Tasting Room is the original building on the estate and used to be the Ursuline Academy, an all-girls school. Many original elements from the academy were preserved when constructing the Tasting Room guests enjoy today.
Guests can also enjoy:
- Wine Flights & Weekly Specials at The Wine Bar
- Tours & Shopping in The Tasting Room
- Fine dining at The Vintage House Restaurant
- Weekend getaways at The Villa Bed & Breakfast
- Special events and festival all year long
Messina Hof Estate Winery is located at:
4545 Old Reliance Road
Bryan, Texas
The Tasting Room at Messina Hof Winery showcases its immense wine selection suitable for any palate. Among these award-winning wines, there is a reserve selection of ultra-premium and library wines you cannot get anywhere else. Visitors can also shop for all their wine accessories, personalized labels, gifts and apparel.
Hours of Operation
Monday - Thursday
10:00am - 7:00pm
Friday - Saturday
10:00am - 8:00pm
Sunday
11:00am - 6:00pm
For more information about the Tasting Room, call (979) 778-9463 ext. 223
Tour the Messina Hof Estate Winery
On each tour at Messina Hof where you will learn the history of this award-winning winery and experience a behind-the-scenes look at our property as well as the wine production facilities.
Following your tour you will be treated to unique tasting where your guide will take you through each category of wine: dry white, semi-drys, dry reds and dessert wine. You will be educated on wine techniques such as sipping, swirling and food pairing. You also get to take your wine tasting glass home with you!
If after your tour you’re not quite ready to leave, be sure to visit our gift shop and Wine Bar where you can taste our Wine on Tap and enjoy their weekly events and specials. Or, go by the Vintage House Restaurant* and try our Vineyard Cuisine™ where each recipe features one of Messina Hof’s award-winning wine.
*Please check online for Vintage House Restaurant Hours
All Public Tours are $18 | Tour Duration: 60 minutes
Monday - Friday
2:00pm, 5:30pm
Friday Only: Tour De Amore: A Food & Wine Pairing Experience
7:00pm ($28+tax and grat*) (No reservations after 5:00 p.m. on Fridays)
Saturday
11:30am, 2:00pm, 4:00pm
Saturdays Only: Cellar Tour/Tank Tasting
6:30pm ($28*)
Sunday
12:30pm, 2:30pm, 4:00pm
*Specialty tour prices
Make your reservation online:
Private Tours available for groups of 10 or more, please call for availability.
(979) 778-9463 ext. 234/223
The Wine Bar at Messina Hof offers wine-on-tap, flights, and appetizers, making for an ideal after-work wind down or a cozy date night with weekly specials and happy hour pricing.
Hours of Operation
Monday - Thursday
4:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday - Saturday
11:00am - 10:00pm
Sunday
12:00pm - 7:00pm
Happy Hour
Monday - Thursday 4:00pm - 7:00pm
For parties of 10 or more, please call ahead:
1-800-736-9463 ext 244 or 234
Sparkling
Sparkling Almond | Taste 2.50 / Glass 9 / Bottle 25
Sparkling Rosé | Taste 2.50 / Glass 9 / Bottle 25
Sparkling Brut | Taste 2.50 / Glass 9 / Bottle 25
Sparkling Moscato | Taste 2.50 / Glass 7 / Bottle 18.99
Dry White Wines
Unoaked Chardonnay | Taste 2.50 / Glass 6 / Bottle 13.99
Private Reserve Blanc du Bois | Taste 2.50 / Glass 7 / Bottle 18.99
Private Reserve Chardonnay | Taste 2.50 / Glass 9 / Bottle 24
Private Reserve Viognier | Taste 2.50 / Glass 7 / Bottle 18.99
Pinot Grigio | Taste 2.50/Glass 6/Bottle 13.99
Private Reserve Sauvignon Blanc | Taste 2.50/Glass 7/Bottle 18.99
Semi-Sweet White Wines
Gewürztraminer | Taste 2.50 / Glass 6 / Bottle 13.99
Moscato | Taste 2.50 / Glass 6 / Bottle 13.99
Riesling | Taste 2.50 / Glass 6 / Bottle 13.99
Lepard Vineyard, Chenin Blanc | Taste 2.50 / Glass 7 / Bottle 18.99
Private Reserve Gewürztraminer | Taste 2.50 / Glass 7 / Bottle 18.99
Private Reserve Orange Muscat | Taste 2.50 / Glass 7 / Bottle 18.99
Semi-Sweet Red Wines
Mama Rosa Rosé | Taste 2.50 / Glass 6 / Bottle 13.99
Sophia Marie Rosé | Taste 2.50 / Glass 7 / Bottle 18.99
Beau | Taste 2.50 / Glass 6 / Bottle 13.99
Sangria | Taste 2.50 / Glass 6 / Bottle 13.99
Dry Reds
Private Reserve Pinot Noir | Taste 2.50 / Glass 9 / Bottle 25
Private Reserve Cabernet Franc | Taste 2.50 / Glass 9 / Bottle 25
Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon | Taste 2.50 / Glass 9 / Bottle 25
Private Reserve Malbec | Taste 2.50 / Glass 12 / Bottle 30
Artist Series Sangiovese |Taste 2.50/ Glass 8 / Bottle 21.99
Private Reserve Tempranillo | Taste 2.50 / Glass 9 / Bottle 25
Private Reserve Petit Verdot | Taste 2.50 / Glass 12 / Bottle 30
Sagrantino Reserva | Taste 2.50 / Glass 8 / Bottle 21.99
Primitivo | Taste 2.50/ Glass 12 / Bottle 30
Red Wine Blends
Texas Hold 'Em Red | Taste 2.50 / Glass 6 / Bottle 13.99
Private Reserve Reflections of Love | Taste 2.50 / Glass 9 / Bottle 25
GSM | Taste 2.50 / Glass 8 / Bottle 21.99
Paulo Premium Wines
Paulo Blend | Taste 5 / Glass 14 / Bottle 50
Paulo Cabernet Franc | Taste 5 / Glass 14 / Bottle 50
Paulo Merlot | Taste 5 / Glass 14 / Bottle 50
Paulo Cabernet Sauvignon | Taste 5 / Glass 14 / Bottle 44
Paulo Primitivo | Taste 5/ Glass 16 / Bottle 60
Paulo Sagrantino | Taste 5 / Glass 16 / Bottle 60
Paulo Zinfandel | Taste 5 / Glass 14 / Bottle 50
Paulo Port | Taste 5 / Glass 16 / Bottle 60
Paulo Tempranillo | Taste 5 / Glass 16 / Bottle 60
Dessert Wines
Angel, Late Harvest, Riesling | Taste 2.50 / Glass 7 / Bottle 18.99
Orange Muscat Mistella | Taste 2.50 / Glass 7 / Bottle 24
Ebony Ports of Call | Taste 2.50 / Glass 7 / Bottle 18.99
Barrel Reserve Port | Taste 2.50 / Glass 7 / Bottle 18.99
Private Reserve Papa Paulo Port Taste 2.50 / Glass 14 / Bottle 40
Solera Sherry Taste 2.50 / Glass 14 / Bottle 45
Aggie Network™ Wines
Chardonnay | Taste 2.50 / Glass 8 / Bottle 20
Muscat Canelli | Taste 2.50 / Glass 8 / Bottle 20
Cabernet Sauvignon | Taste 2.50 / Glass 9 / Bottle 25
Bin 12 | Taste 2.50 / Glass 9 / Bottle 25
Midnight Yell | Taste 2.50 / Glass 9 / Bottle 25
Commemorative Wines
Nimitz Museum Chardonnay | Taste 2.50 / Glass 8 / Bottle 25
Nimitz Museum Cabernet Sauvignon | Taste 2.50 / Glass 9 / Bottle 25
Nimitz Museum Admiral's Reserve Dessert Red | Taste 2.50 / Glass 9 / Bottle 25
Wine On Tap
Come and try our rotating selection of wine on tap!
White Wines | Glass 6 / Growler* 16
Rosé Wines | Glass 7 / Growler* 21
Red Wines | Glass 8 / Growler* 26
Port Wines | Glass 8 / Growler* 26
*New Growlers | 10
*Growler of wine=1000mL | Bring back growler and receive a discount on next fill up.
New To Wine?
If you're new to wine, try this selection of three different wine styles. | 12
- Riesling, Father & Son Cuvée
- Sophia Marie Rosé
- Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
Pass The Bubbly
These three selections cover our driest sparkling to one with a beautiful layer of sweetness. |12
- Sparkling Brut
- Sparkling Rosé
- Sparkling Moscato ( Spumante)
What Is W.O.T.?
Want to taste an alternative to traditional bottled wine? Messina Hof is on the cutting edge of innovation with our wine on tap! | 12
- White Wine on Tap
- Red Wine on Tap
- Port on Tap
Raving For Reds
There are hundreds of different red wine varieties out there and this flight offers three varietals that are a little different than your typical Cabernets and Merlots. | 12
- Mourvèdre
- Private Reserve Petit Sirah
- Private Reserve Tempranillo
Your Port in a Storm
Messina Hof is known for its award-winning port wines and unique natural fermentation process. | 18
- Barrel Reserve Port
- Papa Paulo Port
- Paulo Port
Paulo's Pick
The Paulo line is Messina Hof's premium collection of some of the best varietals crafted by our winemaker's. | 18
- Paulo Blend
- Paulo Zinfandel
- Paulo Sagrantino
Appetizers
Texas Cheese Plate | 18
3 Texas artisian cheeses paired with local, chef prepared garnishes. Served with gourmet crackers and toasted baguette.
Imported Cheese Plater | 22
Red Dragon, Smoked Gouda, and Manchego cheese served with grapes, cornichons, and Messina Hof Riesling mustard. Served with gourmet crackers and toasted baguette.
Smoked Gouda and Bacon Fondue | 12
Smoked Gouda blended with cream cheese, topped with Applewood smoked bacon and Estate scallions. Served with toasted baguette.
Antipasto | 12
Shaved prosciutto Parma, sliced salami, caprese skewer and house made hummus, drizzled with Chardonnay basil pesto and Estate balsamic reduction.
Goat Cheese and Fig Crostini | 10
Toasted baguette, Texas goat cheese and Port macerated Estate figs wrapped with prosciutto and broiled.
Brie Brülée | 12
Creamy French brie dusted with trubinado sugar and torched. Served with toasted baguette, granny smith apple, and chipotle raspberry glaze with Gewürztraminer.
Vintage House Selections
Tempura Fried Calamari | 12
Tender calamari crisply fried and served with a Merlot Marinara.
Panko Crusted Brie Wedge | 10
Brie wedge dredged in panko bread crumbs and lightly fried and served with Gewürztraminer Raspberry Chipotle Sauce.
Margherita Pizza | 10
Roasted garlic puree infused with Mama Rosa Rosé, roma tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil chiffonade, and baked on signature crust.
Mama Rosa's Meatballs | 10
Three house made Italian sausage and beef meatballs made with Mama Rosa Rosé, topped with Merlot mariana and fresh mozzarella, and served in a skillet.
Pizza Du Jour | 10
Enjoy our pizza of the day made with fresh, season ingredients. Ask your server for today's selection.
Port Fudge Sundae | 10
Vanilla ice cream topped with Port fudge sauce, whipped cream, and fresh strawberries drizzled with Messina Hof Barrel Reserve Port.
Crème Brülée | 10
A rich white chocolate custard base topped with a layer of caramelized sugar.
*Happy Hour is Monday-Thursday featuring $5 select glasses from 4pm-7pm*
Ask about our Tour de Wines Passport of 50 wines!
Every day is Uniform Appreciation: 10% off wine for military, policemen, firemen, first responders, nurses, and doctors
MONDAY | 4PM-9PM
Mixology Monday
Enjoy $5 specialty wine cocktails handcrafted by our Wine Bar staff.
TUESDAY | 4PM-9PM
Tap Tuesday
Try something on tap with $5 glasses of Wine on Tap and 10% off growler fills.
WEDNESDAY | 4PM-9PM
Sips & Sweets
Sip three of Messina Hof’s award winning wines expertly paired with two deliciously sweet desserts, each treat crafted by our Chef in the Vintage House Restaurant.
THURSDAY | 4PM-9PM
Aggie Night Out
It's all about the Aggies with $5 glasses of Aggie Network wines and 1 free taste of one of our Aggie Network wines. Must show proof of student/faculty ID or Aggie ring.
FRIDAY | 4PM-9PM
Friday Flights
Experience our themed wine flights with 20% off flights on our Wine Bar menu.
SUNDAY | 11AM-6PM
Summer Sunday Mimosa Bar
Make your own mimosa at our Summer Sunday Mimosa Bar. Sundays in June, July and August.