The Vintage House Restaurant
Located on the Messina Hof Estate, the Vintage House Restaurant combines farm-fresh produce and Messina Hof wines to create the ultimate dining sensation.
Experience the Flavors and Hospitality of Our Vineyard Cuisine™
A recipient of the Sante Award and first to be named as an elite Chaine des Rotisseurs Restaurant, The Vintage House offers a fine dining experience unparalleled among Texas wineries. Using our trademarked Vineyard Cuisine™, our chefs fuse Messina Hof wine with fresh herbs and vegetables harvested from the estate garden and blend those flavors into every one of our dishes.
Each course has been expertly paired to create the perfect wine and food experience for you and your dining companions. The Vintage House Restaurant also features tableside flambes and Messina Hof’s signature Port Fudge Sundae.
Hours & Information
Thursday – Friday
4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
The dress code is sophisticated casual.
Call (979) 599-7339 to make your reservation today.
Dining Menus
We are excited to share the tastes and hospitality of Vineyard Cuisine with you. Our menus are available to download as a pdf.
Wine & Beverage Menu
Dry White Wines
Sparkling Brut
Showcasing lush, ripe fruit flavors of peach, apple, and apricot, this wine achieves a graceful balance with notes of honey and spice.
Glass 10 | Bottle 35
Heritage Select, Bonarrigo Family Wines
Delicate aromas of honeysuckle and white flowers. Crisp citrus and bright acidity are complemented by smooth tropical flavors.
Glass 10 | Bottle 30
Chardonnay, Private Reserve
A full-bodied Chardonnay with buttery aromas complemented with flavors of melon and apricot.
Glass 10 | Bottle 30
Viognier, Private Reserve
Showcasing lush, ripe fruit flavors of peach, apple, and apricot, this wine achieves a graceful balance with notes of honey and spice.
Glass 9 | Bottle 25
Chenin Blanc, Lepard Vineyard
A bright and airy white wine with bold notes of lemongrass, pear, and honeysuckle.
Glass 9 | Bottle 25
Vitality, Vineyard Cuisine Exclusive
Light and refreshing with aromatic ripples of honeysuckle and limestone. Notes of white flower and lemon zest overflow the nose.
Glass 9 | Bottle 25
Operation Iceberg, Museum Collection
Enticing bursts of grapefruit and pineapple balanced with wisps of lemongrass on the nose.
Glass 10 | Bottle 30
Chardonnay, Aggie Network
Wonderful aromas of pie crust and crème brûlée. Served slightly chilled to release flavors of honeydew melon and starfruit.
Glass 10 | Bottle 30
Dry Riesling
Refreshingly crisp and vibrant with aromas of citrus blossom. Flavors of peach and lime are balanced with subtle tones of apricot.
Glass 9 | Bottle 25
Trebbiano, Private Reserve
Subtle hints of lemon peel, white flowers, and sophisticated slate notes, its zingy citrus intertwines for a refreshing symphony of flavors.
Glass 9 | Bottle 25
Off Dry Gewürztraminer, Artist Series
A bright and beguiling white with a delicate dryness lifting lychee, ginger, and mango flavors for a lingering palate experience.
Glass 9 | Bottle 25
Off Dry Riesling, Artist Series
A silky white with subtle sweetness, tantalizing the tongue with green apple, lime zest, and floating notes of fresh grapefruit and spiced pears.
Glass 9 | Bottle 25
Off Dry Muscat Canelli, Artist Series
Slightly sweet, balancing tartness with apricot, peach, and melon for a satisfyingly refreshing sip
Glass 9 | Bottle 25
Semi-Dry White Wines
Gewürztraminer, Artist Series
Spicy with tantalizing ginger overtones. This wine has bold fruit and white floral characters with notes of lychee and ripe fruits.
Glass 9 | Bottle 25
Peach Moscato, Artist Series
A fragrant semi-sweet wine bursting with peaches, tropical fruits, and luscious honeysuckle, peach, and jasmine aromas.
Glass 9 | Bottle 25
Sophia Marie Rosé
A dry rosé with bright acidity and notes of cranberry and ripe raspberry with beautiful hints of rose petals.
Glass 9 | Bottle 25
Mama Rosa Rosé, Tribute to Motherhood
Named after Paul V. Bonarrigo’s mother, this rosé is slightly sweet, soft, and very versatile with hints of strawberry and raspberry.
Glass 6 | Bottle 15
Sparkling Rosé
A dry, lively sparkling wine with fresh strawberry, pomegranate, and cranberry flavors, complemented by bright citrus notes and a crisp, delicate finish.
Glass 10 | Bottle 35
Sweet Red Wines
Emblaze, Vineyard Cuisine Exclusive
On the nose are floral notes of magnolias and rose petals. Ripe plum
flavors perfectly coat the mouth with notes of wildberry and vanilla.
Glass 9 | Bottle 25
Dry Red Wines
Pinot Noir, Private Reserve
Oak aging gives this wine exquisite soft leather tannins and vanilla notes that mingle with juicy cherry and strawberry fruit essences.
Glass 10 | Bottle 35
Sangiovese, Artist Series
Flavors of rustic earthiness and tart cherries with strong tannins and acidity are counterbalanced with light oak aging to provide roundness.
Glass 10 | Bottle 35
Tempranillo, Private Reserve
A medium-bodied wine with soft aromas of vanilla and dried leaves, the bold dark cherry flavors provide a fleshy mouthfeel.
Glass 10 | Bottle 35
GSM
This blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre features a synergy of dark fruit flavors like blackberry, dark cherry, and plum.
Glass 10 | Bottle 35
Merlot, Private Reserve
Spectacular cherry, blackberry, and cassis flavors are intricately laced throughout this wine with hints of vanilla, violets, and spice.
Glass 10 | Bottle 35
Cabernet Sauvignon, Private Reserve
This beautiful and complex wine embodies bold notes of vanilla and pepper. Extended oak aging adds additional depth and refinement.
Glass 10 | Bottle 35
Cabernet Franc, Private Reserve
A medium to full-bodied wine, the bold aromas of leather and dried herbs are complemented by dark black fruit flavors.
Glass 10 | Bottle 35
Sagrantino Reserva
A dark red wine with intense tannins and rich fruit flavors, the oak aging adds hints of cinnamon with earthy undertones.
Glass 12 | Bottle 40
Petite Sirah, Private Reserve
The strikingly deep violet hues evince aromas of dark tea leaves and smoke complemented with hints of black cherry and baking spices.
Glass 9 | Bottle 28
Malbec, Private Reserve
Soft, hearty, and full of flavor, this beautiful wine has robust tannins and contains hints of black plum, currant, and spice.
Glass 9 | Bottle 28
Petit Verdot, Private Reserve
This wine has heavy tannins with aromas of toasted vanilla with strong flavors of molasses, blackberries, and dark cherries.
Glass 10 | Bottle 35
Primitivo, Artist Series
A full-bodied red wine with jammy fruit flavors on the palate. Barrel aging in oak bring out rustic cedar aromas with hints of espresso.
Glass 10 | Bottle 35
Heritage Reserve, Bonarrigo Family Wines
Savory nuances of herbs and spice. Beautiful dark fruit flavors and tannins coat the palate with elegant complexity.
Glass 12 | Bottle 40
Abounding, Vineyard Cuisine Exclusive
Earthy aromas of rich Texas terroir and flavors of blackberry. Oak aging adds balanced layers of black tea and leather.
Glass 10 | Bottle 35
Gig Em Red, Aggie Network
This full-bodied blend is aged in French and American Oak which adds hints of baking spices.
Glass 10 | Bottle 35
Cabernet Sauvignon, Aggie Network
Expect lush dark fruit on the palate with small hints of dried herbs on the nose. Double barrel aging gives off aromas of cedar or leather.
Glass 10 | Bottle 35
Old Texas Roundup, Museum Collection
Aromas of rich Texas terroir and flavors of blackberry. Oak aging adds balanced layers of black tea and leather.
Glass 10 | Bottle 35
Command Post, Museum Collection
This wine showcases suede tannins with a strong body as currants, plum, and cocoa powder march across your taste buds.
Glass 10 | Bottle 35
Estate Sagrantino
Light aromas of bell peppers are complemented with jammy red fruit flavors. Extensive oak aging adds complexity and soft leather notes.
Glass 16 | Bottle 65
Paulo Premium Wines
Paulo Sagrantino | 60
An exquisite bold wine with flavors of black plum and dark, jammy fruits, hints of spice and earth come through from oak aging.
Paulo Blend | 60
This classic full-bodied blend has nostalgic aromas of dried roses and cedar followed by flavors of sugar plum and black cherry.
Paulo Tempranillo | 60
This wine has nuances of dark cherry, vanilla, and dried cloves. It is masterfully oak-aged, giving it structure and a long, refined finish.
Paulo Merlot | 60
Hybrid oak aging adds aromas of spiced mocha and anise. Red fruit flavors of cherry and raspberry add an elegant roundness.
Paulo Cabernet Sauvignon | 60
A full-bodied wine with hints of cranberry and hints of dried fig, oak aging adds ripe tannins and layers of baking spices, cedar, and violet.
Paulo Primitivo | 60
This wine thrives under the Texas sun giving it beautiful, rich pigments and dark jam flavor with a thin layer of white pepper.
Paulo Cabernet Franc | 60
A full-bodied wine with flavors of black plums, cranberry, and hints of dried fig. Oak aging adds ripe tannins and layers of baking spice.
Dessert Wines
Port wines are 3oz pours.
Angel, Late Harvest Riesling
The grapes in this wine are left on the vine until the very end of harvest in order to capture flavors of apple, pear, and honey.
Glass 9 | Bottle 25
Blushing Angel
This rosé is not shy when it comes to its vibrant rosy complexion and bursts of fresh strawberry flavors.
Glass 9 | Bottle 25
Orange Muscat Mistella
The honeyed mouth-feel is enhanced by a twist of bright orange zest and fragrant aromatics of lemon peel.
Glass 7 | Bottle 19
Muscat Canelli, Aggie Network
Fragrant aromas of orange peel and flavors of stone fruits like peach and nectarine come to life on the palate.
Glass 10 | Bottle 35
Papa Paulo Port, Private Reserve
Delivering a complex richness with strong black cherry and dark chocolate characteristics, our oak aging adds undertones of nutmeg and vanilla.
Glass 8 | Bottle 50
Solera Sherry
Nectarous flavors of vanilla and dried fig about, while the truffle-like sweetness is balanced with tertiary notes of lightly salted almond.
Bottle 100
Paulo Port
The sweet and decadent notes of milk chocolate and caramel are rounded out with a dash of incense and espresso from oak aging.
Glass 12 | Bottle 75
Midnight Yell, Aggie Network
A rich dessert wine with cocoa and butterscotch aromas, complemented by decadent flavors of chocolate and ripe cherries.
Bottle 50
Admiral’s Reserve
Dessert red that is bold, yet pleasant with aromas of leather and dried herbs, while commanding flavors of black cherry and caramel.
Glass 8 | Bottle 50
Tawny Port
Rich, nutty caramel flavors blend with chocolate and cherry undertones, while oak aging adds vanilla characteristics.
Glass 9 | Bottle 60
Coffee, Tea, & More
Coffee | 3
Regular and Decaf.
Espresso Single | 3 · Double | 5
A traditional shot of espresso garnished with a lemon twist and three coffee beans.
Iced Tea | 3
Sweetened or unsweetened.
Hot Tea | 3
Ask your server for available selections.
Cold Sodas | 3
Choose between Coke, Diet Coke, Dr. Pepper, or Sprite.
Messina Hof Mimosa Glass| 10 · Carafe| 30
Orange juice paired with our Messina Hof Sparkling Brut.
Sparkling Water | 4
Bottled S.Pellegrino sparkling mineral water.
Spring Water | 4
Bottled Acqua Panna natural spring water.
Cooking Classes
Every month, our chef and culinary team host a demonstration focusing on a specific cuisine or technique. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned chef, you’ll appreciate the vast information on spices, cuts of meat, tools, and more.
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