Everyone loves a good wine pairing, right? Often, that means a selection of cheese or chocolate. But at Grapetown Vineyards, watching pigmy goats goes with your pinot gris. This adventurous Fredericksburg winery stands alone with its blend of wine tasting and wildlife interaction. The vineyard honors the past by cultivating Mustang grapes, and the ranch teems with a diverse array of animals, including everything from livestock to exotics.
This family-owned destination offers a wide range of experiences—both with and without wine—making it an excellent opportunity for families, wine connoisseurs, and animal lovers alike. The staple attraction is the Safari Tasting Tour, which couples a wine tasting with a guided safari tour. A trained guide leads guests through the ranch on a Zebra Tram. During the trip, guests see camels, zebras, alpacas, bison, and iconic Texas Longhorns. For the littles (or anyone else who’s not drinking), the safari is available without the tasting, offering everyone the same up-close-and-personal wildlife encounter.
If you and your brood want more one-on-one time with the animals, Grapetown features experiences like the “Hop and Sip Kangaroo Adventure,” where guests can taste award-winning wines while interacting with the marsupials. Another popular attraction is the “Alpaca Interaction & Wine Tasting,” where visitors meet the farm’s alpacas while enjoying wine. And there’s the genuinely adorable option called the “Baby Goat Cuddling & Wine Tour,” where guests can spend quality time with Nigerian and African Pygmy goats.
Grapetown Vineyards hosts a “Fredericksburg Grape Stomp” every Saturday afternoon. This interactive event invites the public to get “feet-on” with the winemaking experience, which always makes for messy, fun photos.
Feel like making a whole trip out of it? Grapetown Vineyard hosts rustic suites in the historic Bankersmith Dance Hall, charming downtown cottages, and even safari tent stays. The rustic suites offer a true farm-life experience, complete with the sounds and smells of the farmyard, while the safari tents provide a glamping experience with modern comfort.
Grapetown Vineyard is also a venue for private events and weddings. Guests can rent the Bankersmith Dance Hall and the tasting room separately or together. With the capacity to host large groups, Grapetown Vineyards is an ideal location for memorable gatherings.
So pack up the family for the day (or longer) and head to Grapetown Vineyard, where you’ll experience the fun and wild sides of Texas Hill Country.
grapetownvineyard.com | 830-777-4485 | 8142 Old San Antonio Rd., Fredericksburg
This family-owned destination offers a wide range of experiences—both with and without wine—making it an excellent opportunity for families, wine connoisseurs, and animal lovers alike.