Jim Turner Chevrolet
Aug 14, 2020
The McGregor-Waco, Texas, area is a great place to be if you’re a fan of a good glass of wine. Whether you’re looking for a classic varietal to wow your dinner guests with, or you’re simply looking for a tasty dessert wine, these nearby wineries and vineyards may have just what you’re looking for:

1. Country Spring Vineyard and Wine Garden

Country Spring Vineyard and Wine Garden is one of the nearest and most exciting vineyards near McGregor, just about 13 miles southeast of the city center. This estate is as much a community as it is a vineyard. You can pick your own grapes at the vineyard for your homemade jams and wines, or sit in the tasting room to taste what Country Spring creates. You’ll find plenty of sweet and fruity country wines that are fantastic on hot days. If you’re looking for more of a European-style wine, try Country Spring’s classic villard blanc, cabernets, and muscat. When the vineyard is open, you may sit outside and enjoy a couple of glasses of frozen wine drinks in the summer and warm wine apple cider in the winter. If you’re looking for a great place to take a loved one, Country Spring is a fantastic option.

2. Kissing Tree Vineyards

Kissing Tree Vineyards calls Eddy home and it’s about 17 miles southwest of McGregor. This quaint wine lover’s destination is a beautiful vineyard that’s worth the visit. Those interested in classic varietals will enjoy what Kissing Tree has to offer: merlot, blanc du bois, riesling, red blends both sweet and dry, and more. This romantic vineyard is the perfect place to celebrate your loved ones and share a moment over a bottle of your favorite wine varietal. Kissing Tree Vineyards also has a steakhouse in Waco that’s the perfect setting for a candlelit dinner. Whether you head there, or spend an hour or two at the Pinterest-worthy tasting room, Kissing Tree offers a unique experience for couples, friends, and family alike.

3. Valley Mills Vineyards

Valley Mills Vineyards sits just 17 miles north of McGregor and is by far one of the best destinations for wine enthusiasts in the area. This vineyard produces wine made with grapes grown exclusively in Texas, so if you’re trying to get a taste of the area’s terroir, Valley Mills is a great place to do it. The vineyard’s offerings include a cabernet sauvignon, tempranillo, rosé, and even a few port wines. Join Valley Mill’s wine club to get discounts and special deals on the winery’s best vintages, complimentary tours, and invitations to the estate’s most exclusive events. If you’re looking for an insight into the world of winemaking and what creates a good wine, a visit to Valley Mills is due. Everyone will find a winery or vineyard experience worth exploring in the McGregor, Texas, area — from the most well-versed sommelier to those who want to discover what kind of wine they like. Explore each of these options to discover the heart of Texas’s wine country.