11.11.09
History of South American Wines
Grape vines of Chile and Argentina were planted by missionaries from Spain with the conquistadores in the mid-sixteenth century. Vineyards... View Article
Messina Hof Blog
With our Messina Hof Blog, you can read all of the recent stories about the latest developments in the Texas wine community. As the most award-winning winery in Texas, our family and friends love learning about the wine industry and the newest releases in our product lines. Stay informed with Messina Hof!
11.09.09
Vertical and Horizontal Tasting
Okay, no groaning – this isn’t a geometry lesson! Every wine lover should learn these two terms and how they... View Article
11.06.09
Wine and Sauce Pairings
Dry Whites – Tend to pair best with creamy or oil-based sauces and with wine-based sauces of like acidity. Wines... View Article
11.04.09
The Proper Glasses for your Messina Hof Wine
Red Wines: characterized by the round and wider bowl. The reason – Red wines with larger flavors need to be extend... View Article
10.30.09
Decanting Wine
– For red wine, it ranges from traditional to decent but any wine can be decanted. -With decanting, it interacts with the... View Article
10.28.09
Recipes from the Wine Cellar
Bonarrigo Chicken Marsala -2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (8 ounces each) -½ cup of all-purpose flour -¼ cup of olive... View Article
10.26.09
How to Taste Wine
Observing the Wine -Look at the wine in the glass. Closely examine the color and clarity. Using a white napkin... View Article
10.23.09
The Wine Bar at Messina Hof Winery
Attached to our historic Guest Center, the Wine Bar is the newest addition to the Messina Hof family. Perfect for... View Article
10.21.09
Helpful Tips with pairing Chocolate and Wine
Make sure to pair the right wine to complement the right chocolate! – Good chocolate needs acid balance as does good... View Article
