Singing Water Vineyards is an oasis hidden in a valley outside of Comfort. No matter if you’re a wine drinker or not, this is a retreat worth seeking.
The drive to Comfort, about two hours west of Austin, inspires an appreciation for the beauty of the Hill Country and an acknowledgement of how it is being increasingly populated. The shortcut through Kendalia and Sisterdale on FM 473 slows you down a bit but offers plenty of scenic views.
The central business district of Comfort supports several restaurants, retailers, and galleries and is worth a detour. Several of the buildings were designed by Alfred Giles, who built at least seven county courthouses in the 1800s and the historic hotel on High Street that bears his name.
The winery is less than 15 minutes outside of town, but don’t rush it. Once you get off the main highway (TX-27) on to Mill Dam Road, it’s a different driving experience. Now you’re driving into the hills and canyons instead of past the scenery.
When you drive over a hill, Singing Water Vineyards pops into view. Fields of grapevines greet visitors, but most of the winery’s juice comes from the High Plains. The wines are crisp and flavorful, proving that Texas wines are mature enough to compete with wines from any part of the world.
Where Singing Water excels is in the relaxed atmosphere of outdoor seating next to a creek, an open-air barn for musical performances on weekends, and a dining experience of light fare. The adjoining pasture contains farm animals that can be petted and fed through the fence.
Singing Water Vineyards is outside of Comfort at 316 Mill Dam Rd. Doors open Thursday through Sunday from noon to 6pm. Guided tastings of their award-winning wines must be reserved. Otherwise, just show up and enjoy a glass of wine in the shade.
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This article appears in June 5 • 2026.
