Former Becker Winemaker Russell Smith's Wines Now In Austin

Quality Spanish wines priced to party

"...Russell Smith spent 13 years as winemaker at Becker Vineyards. During that time, the winery’s reputation continually grew..."

Dec. 5, 2013 Food Post by Wes Marshall

Wine of the Week

The 2005 Becker Vineyards Cabernet Reserve Sauvignon is a Napa-worthy Texas Cab

"...One of the wines that wins most often is Becker Vine­yards' Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve. For the last few years,..."

June 6, 2008 Food Column by Wes Marshall

Sipping 'Satellite of Love'

Texas wineries make the movies

"...Moore, when asked about his selection process for Texas vineyards as sets for his film...."

April 23, 2013 Food Post by Margaret Shugart

Halloween Events

Don't be scared, boo; it's good to have options

"...At the Fall Creek Vineyards (www.fcv.com) Saturday Spook-tacular, enjoy a tasting of six Fall..."

Oct. 24, 2011 Food Post by Virginia B. Wood

Day Trips

Head on out to the Becker Vineyards for this year's Lavender Fest

"...does the pairing better than the Lavender Fest at Becker Vineyards between Johnson City and Fredericksburg. Along with award-winning..."

May 20, 2005 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Beyond the Spritzer

Cooling off with summer wines

"...grapes and making wine on their own. Their Milbrandt Vineyards Traditions Pinot Gris ($12) style is just about in..."

July 18, 2008 Food Feature by Wes Marshall

Liquid Assets

World-class white wine -- from Texas!

"...The pioneer in Texas Viognier is Becker Vineyards (Stonewall, 830/644-2681, www.beckervineyards.com). In 1997, winery owner Richard..."

April 25, 2003 Food Column by Wes Marshall

Day Trips

"...Amazingly, about the same time, Richard and Bunny Becker were visiting wineries around Provence, France. The Beckers own..."

June 20, 2003 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Happy Trails

Thirteen of Texas' Hill Country wineries, all within an easy drive of Austin, are uniting to create a two-day Valentine's celebration of love and wine February 12-13 in the Texas Hill Country Wine Trail. Wes Marshall provides the details on the participating wineries.

"...have started these varietals, but Alamosa has them now.2. Becker Vineyards Stonewall, 830/644-2681..."

Feb. 11, 2000 Food Feature by Wes Marshall

Liquid Assets

Texas Hill Country Wine Lover's Wine Trail

"...Ed and Madeline Manigold operate one of our favorite vineyards in Texas. They are warm, honest, and modest people..."

Feb. 9, 2001 Food Column by Wes Marshall

Food-O-File

"...this year, attracting more than 75 people each to Becker Vineyards and Fall Creek Vineyards. These parties featured winery..."

April 17, 1998 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Food-o-File

Wine and dine your valentine, chefs play matchmakers with a Texas food and wine competition, and more cheese, please

"...holiday events always draw enthusiastic crowds. For example, two vineyards in the Hill Country appellation are hosting Valentine's events..."

Feb. 11, 2011 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Hill Country Grape Harvest

"...we contacted were very optimistic about their respective harvests. Becker Vineyards general manager Jim Brown reported a "better-than-expected" quantity..."

Aug. 20, 1999 Food Feature

Food Events

Grape-stomping goodness, Marfa hosts a climate change and sustainability symposium, and more

"...• Fall Creek Vineyards Labor Day Gourmet Getaway Celebrate Fall Creek's 30th anniversary..."

Aug. 31, 2012 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Food-o-File

After 15 years, David Garrido departs Jeffrey's, and the timing's right for Alma Alcocer-Thomas to take over; plus, more food and wine options on Valentine's Day.

"...as well as the weekend after the holiday. Spicewood Vineyards (830/693-5328, www.spicewoodvineyards.com) hosts their annual Valentine's Dessert Extravaganza on..."

Feb. 10, 2006 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Liquid Assets

A fair competition

"...coming in under $10 is a resurgent label, Delaney Vineyards. Years ago, Delaney made some pretty good wine. Then,..."

April 8, 2005 Food Column by Wes Marshall

Food-o-File

Third Time Lucky

"...fields of Provence, Texas winery owners Richard and Bunny Becker returned to their Hill Country vineyard and planted three..."

July 2, 1999 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Liquid Assets

October is Texas Wine Month. Why not celebrate it by taking the Texas Wine Trail? Beautiful weather, a pretty drive, and some delicious wines await.

"...Becker Vineyards Jenschke Lane, 1.8 miles south of Hwy. 290..."

Oct. 6, 2000 Food Column by Wes Marshall

Wine of the Week

Local wines are just over the next hill

"...the area are Fall Creek Vine­yards in Tow and Becker Vineyards in Stonewall. Both are 60-90 minutes from town..."

Oct. 8, 2010 Food Column by Wes Marshall

Capital Idea!

On the phone, on the Web, on the farm, or in the store: giving a little Austin to the foodies on your gift list

"...Alamosa Vineyards Viognier..."

Dec. 5, 2003 Food Feature

Food-o-File

The details about how to benefit the Austin Museum of Art while eating, the news on four new restaurants, and what to expect during Texas Wine Month.

"...at 3809 W. 35th Street. Participating Texas wineries are Becker Vineyards, Bell Mountain Vineyards, Bruno & George Wines, Inc.,..."

Sept. 29, 2000 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

In Aspen, an Austin-Flavored Celebration of the Chef

A weekend at the 'Food & Wine' Classic

"...616, Lyndie Clement of Edible Assets, Richard and Bunny Becker from Becker Vineyards, and Tom and Lisa Perini of..."

July 15, 2005 Food Feature by Wes Marshall

Day Trips

Lavender might some day join wildflowers, peaches, and wine as a signature product of the Texas Hill Country

"...events. The largest concentration of events will be at Becker Vineyards, three miles west of Stonewall, off U.S. 290..."

May 21, 2004 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Liquid Assets

Wines With Seafood

"...our own homegrown wines. Two favorites are the Spicewood Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc ($10) and the Becker Vineyards Fumé Blanc..."

March 22, 2002 Food Column by Wes Marshall

Top 10 Texas Wines

"...5) SPICEWOOD VINEYARDS SAUVIGNON BLANC RED WINES..."

Jan. 3, 2014 Food Feature by Wes Marshall

Food-o-File

More lavender pleasures; plus, auctions, lectures, demos, and benefits

"...Becker Lavenderfest It's amazing how a vacation experience can change..."

May 13, 2005 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Food-o-File

Virginia B. Wood loads up your plate with events and a piece of the Big Apple.

"...Bull, Lou Lambert, and Grady Spears. Texas wines from Becker Vineyards, Alamosa Wine Cellars, Spicewood Vineyards, Llano Estacado Winery,..."

Oct. 17, 2003 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Food-o-File

Upcoming food and wine festivals, updates on local culinary news.

"...at noon on Friday, Oct. 27, at either Spicewood Vineyards (1423 Burnet County Road #409, 830/693-5328) or Becker Vineyards..."

Oct. 27, 2000 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Stuffed Locally

Give thanks for the local harvest with these market-fresh recipes

"...Wine: Becker Vineyards Prairie Rotie ..."

Nov. 23, 2012 Food Feature by Rachel Feit

Liquid Assets

Spend money on the gifts instead of the wine this holiday season

"...and 25% Chardonnay, it is simply yummy. Fall Creek Vineyards' Caché ($20) is a blend of several aromatic grapes..."

Dec. 26, 2008 Food Column by Wes Marshall

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