Deanna Dickey and Dr. Michael Dickey have created a comfortable combination of winery and restaurant just off Highway 290 on Ranch Road 1376. Here one can enjoy the country chic ambiance and tasty wines of Longhorn Cellars. The winery is kid and dog friendly, with a truly Texan backdrop. You will find a couple of Longhorn cattle as well as games to play outside.
The Dickeys began this endeavor with Verasion Vineyards in 2014. From three locations in the Hill Country, they produced some lovely fruit for their wines. As they expanded their offering they brought in juice from the High Plains to offer a larger selection of bottlings. There is something here for everyone.
The restaurant features steaks but one can choose from poultry or seafood as well. It is a place to try their library wines and other special releases generally offered to wine club members only. Come spend the afternoon and stay for dinner.
2023 Roussanne
Narra Vineyards / Texas High Plains
A rich bouquet of peaches, orange blossoms and honeysuckle nectar emanated from this straw-hued white wine. There is a little taste of orange peel. Mouth-filling viscosity and tangy acidity make for a lovely finish.
Pair with roasted chicken and root vegetables.
2023 Viognier
Texas High Plains / And Hill Country
A blend of two Texas regions, this light, hay-hued wine delivers a minerally quality with Meyer Lemon, melon and floral notes. The long finish shows balanced acidity with medium body.
Serve this one with Gulf Coast shrimp.
2023 Albariño
Narra Vineyards / Texas High Plains
This has bright straw color in the glass with bracing acidity, this wine shows aromas of pineapple, white stone, lemon, lime and honeydew melon. Light in style, is it perfect for our Texas weather and great with redfish or oysters.
2023 Riesling
Williams Ranch / Texas High Plains
A crisp, dry-style Riesling that emits shiny light golden colors. A bouquet of apricot, honeysuckle, lemon zest, white tea and hazelnut greets the nose. It rolls around the mouth with pleasing acidity and a hint of tangerine.
A lovely companion to seabass or Thai cuisine.
2024 Twilight Rosé
Wild Seed Farms / Texas Hill Country
This rosé of mourvèdre showcases salmon pink shades. Fruity scents of rose petals, red cherries and ripe strawberries. There is easy acidity and a touch of tannin. Rosé is the best lunch wine as it always works with any light meal, like a cobb salad.
2012 Tempranillo
Verasion Hills / Texas Hill Country
Whiffs of leather, cherries, black pepper, cigar spice and smoke rise from the garnet-colored wine. Medium body and easy tannin structure make for a pleasing finish.
Serve with asada or beef fajitas.
2020 Merlot
Verasion Hills / Texas Hill Country
This won Double Gold in the International Wine Competition, and it’s well deserved. A supple blend of blackberries, cocoa, dark cherry compote, sweet smoke and licorice greet the nose at first approach. Silky tannins make this a most enjoyable sipper.
Enjoy this one with a charcuterie board or dark chocolate.
2021 Petit Verdot
Verasion Hills / Texas Hill Country
This wine is bold in its inky rich purple color and its structure. It offers up essences of black plum, dark berries, Kid leather, tobacco leaf, anise, and black currant. The finish is long and succulent.
This is an excellent match for anything truffle or beef short ribs.
2021 Wrangler Blend
Verasion Hills / Texas Hill Country
A blend of Bordeaux varietals, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot the delivers aromas of Coach leather, berries with whipped cream, dried cranberries, violets, cloves, cigar box, and Chambord. It finishes with soft tannins and acidity.
It will pair beautifully with a tenderloin steak.
NV Brindle Blend
Verasion Hills / Texas Hill Country
A blend of five grapes grown in the Hill Country that exudes floral notes of violets, strawberry jam, red cherries, eucalyptus and fresh herbs. The tannins are lively and dance on the taste buds.
A good match for pasta with red sauce.
2024 Brix’s Sweet Rosé
WIldseed Farms / Texas Hill Country
Mourvèdre rosé with 7% residual sugar, it shows off a bright salmon pink hue. The nose offers heady aromas of sweet strawberries, cotton candy and, rose petals, and honey notes.
Sip this one with fresh fruit and Brie.