Wine Associations of Texas
The Role of Industry Associations in Texas Wine
Industry associations play a vital role in the growth and sustainability of the Texas wine industry. These organizations foster collaboration, advocacy, education, and promotion, ensuring that winemakers, grape growers, and industry professionals have the resources and representation they need to thrive.
Wine Organizations of Texas
Key Industry Associations Supporting Texas Wine
Growth and Excellence
Texas Wine and Grape Growers Association (TWGGA)
The Texas Wine and Grape Growers Association (TWGGA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the growth and development of the Texas wine industry. Founded in 1974, TWGGA serves as a unified voice for grape growers, winemakers, and professionals across the state. It offers advocacy, education, networking, and resources to support its members, while raising awareness of Texas as a premier wine-producing region.
Texas Hill Country Wineries Association (THCW)
Founded in 1999, THCW is a nonprofit trade association representing over 60 wineries in the Texas Hill Country AVA. The association promotes the region through events like Wine & Wildflower Journey and Texas Wine Month Passport. It also supports scholarships and industry education to ensure the future of Texas wine.
Texas Wine Growers
Texas Wine Growers is committed to protecting the integrity of Texas wine by ensuring wines are made exclusively from Texas-grown grapes. Through truth-in-labeling advocacy, consumer education, and global collaboration with the Wine Origins Alliance, the organization works to elevate Texas wine on the world stage.
North Texas Winery Association (NTWA)
NTWA promotes the wine industry in North Texas through collaboration, education, and tourism. With events like the Drink North Texas Wine Festival and targeted marketing campaigns, it raises awareness and fosters appreciation for the region’s unique offerings.
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension – Viticulture & Enology
This program offers science-based education and research to support the Texas wine industry. With a statewide network, it provides resources on grape growing, winemaking, sustainability, and more—helping producers innovate and adapt.
Come Over October
Come On Over, Y’all —Wine, Friendship & Texas Hospitality
Come Over October is a national campaign that invites people to reconnect over a glass of wine during the month of October. Created by wine journalist Karen MacNeil and her team, the campaign celebrates the simple act of gathering and sharing. Texas has embraced the idea with its own twist: Come On Over, Y’all!
Led by Uncork Texas Wines and supported by statewide associations, this initiative brings together wineries, vineyards, and wine lovers to celebrate Texas Wine Month with warmth, pride, and a glass in hand.
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