Traditional Method Sparkling Wine in Texas with Elisa Jones and Seth Urbanek

On episode 113, in addition to recapping some recent Texas wine news stories, you'll hear my interview with Seth Urbanek of William Chris Wine Company and Elisa Jones of Elisa Christopher Wines. These two are at the forefront of the rapidly developing traditional method sparkling wine scene in Texas. They join me to talk in depth about sparkling wine production, the lessons they've learned and what comes next. Thanks for listening! Cheers y'all!
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- Ron Yates Wines opens new tasting room in Johnson City
- Into the Glass podcast by GuildSomm: Alternative Wine Packaging with Melissa Saunders MW
- New Travel & Leisure Story Highlights Johnson City
- Fredericksburg Food and Wine Restaurant Week is May 4–10
- Introducing North Texas Wine Jam - Saturday, June 6!
- The Texas Wine Experience at Guad Haus in Austin is May 16!
- Rhone Rangers Visit Texas! Tickets for event in Houston on 4/10 HERE and the walkaround tasting at William Chris on 4/12 HERE.
- Texas Hill Country Wineries Houston Road Show on May 8! Link to TICKETS
- Texas Wine Auction on May 1–2 in Johnson City! TICKETS
- Drink North Texas on May 30 in Dallas. Early Bird Tickets available through April 30! TICKETS
Featured Interview
Elisa Jones of Elisa Christopher Wines and Seth Urbanek of William Chris Wine Company / Rebecca Caroline Wines
Elisa’s podcast with Jessica Dupuy on Another Bottle Down podcast can be found HERE
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DEMERIT:
Austin Monthly magazine for not mentioning any winery or vineyard options in their cover story “Take it Outside! 40 refreshing ways to get outdoors in the Hill Country this spring.” Thanks to Miguel Lecuona for sharing!
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