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Texas grapes are in season
Harvest season is a truly unique experience. The vines are full, green, and brimming with deep, purple grape bunches. These literal fruits of our labor only come around once a year and mark the beginning of a brand-new vintage for us. The grapes welcome new possibilities in the bottle and create excitement all around the property.
It’s also the time of year we can share this excitement with the community. Our annual Harvest Festival brings together family and friends to pick and stomp grapes just like winemakers of the past. A tradition that dates back to the third century, is still alive at our vineyards.
For centuries, wine has brought communities and families together, and at Messina Hof, we hope our wine can continue to do the same.
Estate Harvest
Bryan, Texas
Hill Country Harvest
Fredericksburg, Texas
Pick. Stomp. Sip. Tour.
MOONLIT HARVEST (Friday Evenings)
The first Moonlit Harvest kicks off our Harvest Festival and includes Blessing of the Vines as we wish for a successful harvest season.
- A hearty buffet dinner – A delicious spread of seasonal favorites to start the evening.
- Wine tastings – Sip on a selection of thoughtfully chosen wines that highlight the harvest.
- A history & winemaking lesson – Learn from our winemaker about the vineyard’s legacy and craft.
- Grape picking & stomping – Step into the winemaker’s shoes and take part in this interactive tradition.
- Port toast – Celebrate the season with a final sip of something special.
- Stomp t-shirt – Leave your mark and stomp your wine-soaked feet on a keepsake shirt!
DAYTIME HARVEST (Saturday Mornings)
Choose a Harvest Pass or the upgraded Harvest Plus Pass that ends your harvest with a Vineyard CuisineTM brunch buffet and sangria bar.
- Grape picking & stomping – Step into the winemaker’s shoes with this interactive tradition.
- A guided vineyard and estate tour – Learn the history and craft of winemaking.
- Wine tastings – Sip on a selection of thoughtfully chosen wines that highlight the harvest.
- Stomp t-shirt – Leave your mark and stomp your wine-soaked feet on a keepsake shirt!
- Brunch & sangria bar – Enjoy a brunch buffet and sangria bar with the Harvest Plus Pass.
- Kid’s passes – Daytime Harvest is fun for the whole family!
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SPECIALTY EVENTS
Experience the Estate Winery in Bryan, Texas through these specialty wine dinners.
Magical Murder Mystery Dinner
Cellar Tour & Dinner
Saturday, July 25th
A night of magic, mystery, and intrigue—where a grand celebration takes a deadly turn…
Saturday, August 1st
Enjoy an evening with our winemakers featuring an estate tour and cozy cellar dining experience.
Sizzle & Swirl: Beef
Murder in Maui
Saturday, August 8th
A sizzling food and wine experience where with three styles of beef perfectly paired with wine.
Friday, August 14
Grab your leis and step into an evening of suspense at this luau themed murder mystery dinner.
Grand Finale Gala: Southern Summer Sunset
Saturday, August 15th
Join us for the spectacular final toast to the harvest season with our Grand Finale Gala—an indulgent celebration of exquisite dining and premium wines that honor the hard work, dedication, and artistry behind Messina Hof’s award-winning Texas winemaking.
Every guest will enjoy an unforgettable pairing experience with a five course dinnerpaired with a curated selection of wines. Don’t miss the chance to savor exceptional cuisine and wine while supporting our region’s rich cultural and agricultural heritage!
FAQs
What to wear to harvest?
Moonlit and Daytime Harvests can involve walking through our vineyard, picking grapes, stomping in the Estate Barrel House, and a small walking tour for Daytime guests. Please wear comfortable, close-toed shoes and be mindful of Texas weather.
Is Harvest Festival kid friendly?
Our Daytime Harvest events are very family-friendly! These events are held Saturday morning where kids can enjoy grape picking (or grape eating), grape stomping, and glasses of sparkling grape juice. Add on a brunch pass for them to enjoy a Vineyard Cuisine breakfast!
When is daytime harvest brunch served?
For guests with the Daytime Plus Pass, the Harvest brunch will be served at the end of all activities. You will pick, stomp, and tour before ending your morning with a brunch buffet and sangria bar.
Do we actually make wine from the stomped grapes?
Yes! We make our Estate Ports from the grapes stomped at Harvest Festival. These grapes go through a unique fortification process called sequential inoculation that leads to a high alcohol content and kills any potential bacteria that may have been introduced during stomping.
When will the Port be released from the grapes stomped?
Our Ports are aged in oak barrels for a minimum of two years, but could age up to four years, before they’re released to the public. Keep an eye out on our social and newsletter for new wine releases!
