Southold Farm + Cellar

We are and always will be a winery whose sole mission is to make wines that speak of place and time, that thrill and delight our friends, family and ourselves. In order to do so, our winemaking decisions are dictated by what has happened during that season, not stylistic emulation of other regions or forced consistency. We believe in farming first and non-interventionist cellar methods. All of this means you should expect our wines to vary year to year, like individual children with their personalities, we hope our work tells the story of Texas and that vintage through each variety in each parcel. - Southold Farm + Cellar

About the Winemaker

Southold Farm + Cellar

Southold Farm + Cellar, initially established on the North Fork of Long Island by Regan and Carey Meador, has since relocated to Gillespie County, Texas. Our winery and vineyard are dedicated to crafting wines that reflect their unique time and place, captivating our friends, family, and ourselves. Our winemaking philosophy prioritizes responding to each season's conditions rather than adhering to stylistic trends from other regions or seeking forced consistency.

We emphasize farming practices and employ non-interventionist methods in the cellar. As a result, our wines vary from year to year, much like individual children with their distinct personalities.

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The Region

Texas, USA

In the vast and diverse state of Texas, a burgeoning natural wine movement is gaining momentum, challenging the conventions of winemaking in this unconventional region. From the high plains of the Texas Panhandle to the rolling hills of the Hill Country and the arid landscape of the West Texas desert, winemakers are embracing sustainable and organic practices to produce wines that reflect the unique terroir of the Lone Star State. With a focus on native grape varieties such as Tempranillo, Viognier, and Mourvèdre, as well as lesser-known varieties suited to the Texas climate, natural winemakers are crafting wines that are vibrant, expressive, and true to their place of origin. By eschewing chemical pesticides and additives, they allow the natural flavors and aromas of the grapes to shine through, resulting in wines that are both distinctive and terroir-driven. Texas' natural wines are a testament to the region's spirit of innovation and its commitment to sustainability, offering a taste of the state's diverse landscapes with each sip.