History
1970
Early 1970’s
Close friends purchase a beautiful section of the Frio River Canyon, just south of Leakey, Texas. Destined to become the home of the Frio Canyon Vineyard.
2008
History
In the 1970’s, a group of close friends purchased a beautiful section of the Frio River Canyon, just south of Leakey, Texas. The Frio, one of the state’s most pristine and beautiful rivers, flows through the heart of the canyon. It’s clear, spring-fed waters provide the scenic backdrop and [...]
2008
2008
First four acres of grapes planted
2010
2010 & 2011
Syrah Blends awarded a gold and a silver medal at the Pacific Rim International Wine Tasting Competition.
2015
2015
A very successful growing season yielding quality grapes despite a wet spring and summer.
2019
Geographical Uniqueness
Several unique characteristics of the vineyard contribute to its ability to produce first class grapes. The vineyard is located on a hillside just 100 ft. above the cypress-lined Frio River at an altitude of 1600 ft. Frio is Spanish for “cold,” and the river is a chilly 64 degrees [...]