Get ready for a taste of France right in the heart of Texas! In Episode 66 of the Texas Under Vine podcast, we journey to Hye to visit the charming French Connection Wines. We have the pleasure of sitting down with two of the co-founders, Victoria Calais and Sheri Patillo, for a delightful conversation. Prepare to be transported as we explore their unique focus on crafting exceptional Texas wines inspired by the renowned Rhône Valley of France.
Victoria and Sheri share insights into what makes their winery so special, from their unwavering commitment to quality to the beautiful events they host. You'll hear about their passion for creating a welcoming space that celebrates French-style winemaking with a distinct Texas terroir. This is a must-listen episode to discover a winery that is beautifully blending Old World traditions with New World innovation.
*French Connection Wines (https://www.frenchconnectionhye.com/)*
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*Locations mentioned in this episode:*
WSET (https://www.wsetglobal.com/)
The Court of Master Sommeliers (https://www.mastersommeliers.org/)
International Sommelier Guild (https://internationalsommelier.com/)
Society of Wine Educators (https://societyofwineeducators.org/)
Calais Winery (https://calaiswinery.com/)
Rhone Rangers (https://rhonerangers.org/) Also check out TUV Bonus Episode 6 (https://texasundervine.com/video/rhone-rangers)
Newsom Vineyards (https://newsomvineyards.com/)
Garrison Brothers Distillery (https://www.garrisonbros.com/)
William Chris Vineyards (https://williamchriswines.com/) Also check out TUV Episode 29 (https://texasundervine.com/video/episode-029-hc-william-chris-vineyards)
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