290 Wine Castle•Johnson City, TX
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The family-owned 290 Wine Castle at Chateau de Chasse sits on 11-acres of the beautiful Texas hill country just outside of Johnson City on the 290 Wine Trail. We are one hour west of Austin and just a little over an hour from San Antonio. Our vineyards consist of: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Syrah varietals. The Castle family strives to present the best wines from Texas and other wine-producing families from around the world. We are known for our dungeon chocolate, cheese and wine pai...More
Experiences at 290 Wine Castle
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Cigar & Library Wine Pairing Experience
We are opening up the exclusive Cigar Lounge to bring you this new experience! Try 3 of our library wines along with our limited stock cigars. Led by one of our knowledgeable team members in our second floor cigar lounge. 1 hour time slot. *Please note that this experience requires stairs. *Please note this experience is for adults only aged 21 and up. No babies, toddlers or pets allowed at this experience.*Only certified service animals permitted inside the Castle. Dogs on leash are permitted on our outdoor patio.Here is the current pairing: 3- Southern Draw Jacobs Ladder Cigar & Library Wines Pairing ($75/person)(four person minimum)CigarWrapper: Broadleaf, USA, Binder: Maduro, USA, Filler: Nicaragua, Ligero Jalapa and Esteli Notes:black cherry, cashews, coffee, molasses and cracked pepper, cedar, espressoWines2020 GSM - Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre - One of our most popular wines, smooth red fruit2016 Geauxlden Kee - Tempranillo Cali - bold spice, dark ripe red fruit, medium-heavy body2015 Finca la Beata - Bobal- earthy, black fruit, aged, bold and big body, 32 bottles in the USA
- Prepaid reservation for parties of 4
- $50 per person
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Bartop Wine Tasting
This bartop tasting allows you to select 5 wine tastings from our tasting menu! Our sales associates will walk you through the tastings and provide recommendations along the way. Charcuterie boards and chocolate truffles can be purchased at the time of your reservation or added at the time of booking. This tasting experience is approximately 30 minutes long. *No one under the age of 21 permitted.* This includes babies and toddlers.
- Prepaid reservation for parties of 1 to 5
- $25 per person
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October's Haunted Dungeon Experience
Welcome to the haunted dungeon experience where you will find fine wines, Halloween treats and scary sights around every corner! Your graveyard guide will lead you downstairs into the dimly lit cellar where you will use your senses of taste and smell to try three wines and our spiked witch's brew paired with four spooky treats. Stay close because you don't know what you might see in the maze or along the cellar gates! This tasting experience is approximately 30 minutes to 45 minutes long depending on your group size. Everyone receives a souvenir glass. We cannot accommodate food allergies or special requests for this experience.**PLEASE NOTE: this is NOT for children. This is an adults ONLY experience for individuals aged 21 and older
- Prepaid reservation for parties of 1 to 20
- $45–$50 per person
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Cigar & Wine Pairing Experience
We are opening up the exclusive Cigar Lounge to bring you this new experience! Try 3 of our best wines along with an exquisite cigar. Led by one of our knowledgeable team members in our second floor cigar lounge. 1 hour time slot. *Please note that this experience requires stairs. *Please note this experience is for adults only aged 21 and up. No babies, toddlers or pets allowed at this experience.*Only certified service animals permitted inside the Castle. Dogs on leash are permitted on our outdoor patio.Here are the pairing options: 1- Southern Draw Rose of Sharon Cigar & Tempranillo Pairing ($50/person)CigarWrapper: Connecticut, Ecuador, Binder: Nicaragua, Filler: Nicaraguan/Dominican Ligero Notes:graham cracker, caramel, toasted nuts, pepper and spiceWines2022 Texas Tempranillo Reserve (about to be released)Full-Bodied deep red, Black fruit, Smoke, 8 monthsadditional time in new french oak barrels2022 Texas Tempranillo - spice, ripe red fruit, medium body2016 Geauxlden Kee (LIBRARY WINE) - Tempranillo Cali - bold spice, dark ripe red fruit, medium-heavy body2- Micallef Connecticut Cigar & International Wine Pairing ($50/person)CigarWRAPPER: Ecuador Connecticut, BINDER: Nicaraguan Habano, FILLER: Nicaraguan and Dominican Notes: smooth, creamy and woody flavors; spice and earthinessWinesIllusion - Bubbly Sauvignon Blanc - Spain - kiss of tropical fruit on the finish2019 La Destinée (LIBRARY WINE) - Rosé - France - round crisp fruit2020 Maree - Pecorino - Italy - crisp, mineral, clean finish
- Prepaid reservation for parties of 1 to 4
- $50 per person
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Reserve Wines Bartop Tasting Experience
This bartop tasting allows you to taste the very best of the Castle's wines! You will taste our 4 best red wines. Our sales associates will walk you through the tastings and provide recommendations along the way. Charcuterie boards and chocolate truffles can be purchased at the time of your reservation or added at the time of booking. This tasting experience is approximately 30 to 45 minutes long. *No one under the age of 21 permitted.* This includes babies and toddlers.
- Prepaid reservation for parties of 1 to 4
- $45 per person
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KIDS Haunted Dungeon Experience
Welcome to the haunted dungeon experience, kids version! Your graveyard guide will lead you downstairs into the private dimly lit cellar where you will use your senses of taste and smell to try four spooky treats paired with a kids beverage of choice (i.e water or soda). Stay close because you don't know what you might see in the maze or along the cellar gates!This experience is approximately 30 minutes long depending on your group size. We cannot accommodate food allergies or special requests for this experience.**PLEASE NOTE: this is FOR children. Both the adult and child must purchase individual tickets. Adults joining their kiddos for this experience will be allowed to purchase 1 glass of wine to drink on premises. No other on premises consumption of alcohol during the kids event. We will closely monitor this as your children's safety is our #1 priority. Feel free to email or call us with any questions at 512-790-2654 or info@290winecastle.com**For the 290 Wine Castle, anyone under the age of 21 is allowed at this event. Children ages 0-15 must be accompanied by an adult. Minors age 16-20 may drive themselves but will be carded and given a wristband indicating that they are not permitted to consume alcohol.**
- Saturday, Oct 19, 2024
- 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
- $20 per ticket
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Dungeon Chocolate, Cheese & Wine Tasting
The dungeon tasting will take you downstairs into a private dimly lit cellar where you will use your senses of taste and smell while trying five wines paired with five chocolate truffles and two Texas cheeses. This private tasting experience is approximately one hour long. *Please note this tasting includes red and white wines with chocolates/cheeses that contain dairy. *We cannot accommodate food allergies or special requests for this experience. **PLEASE NOTE: this is NOT for children. This is an adults ONLY experience for individuals aged 21 and older. No one under the age of 21 permitted. This includes babies and toddlers. No dogs allowed at this food/wine tasting.
- Prepaid reservation for parties of 1 to 20
- $55 per person
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Wine on the Patio
Our covered patio features tables and seating with expansive views of the Texas Hill Country. Your reservation includes a 5 pour wine flight of your choice. Charcuterie boards and chocolate truffles can be purchased at the time of your reservation or added at the time of booking. This is available for groups of 2 to 6 people for 1.5 hour time slots. Large parties are welcome to book separate tables and email us to be seated next to each other. *Please note that this is an "adults only" venue and persons under age 21 are not allowed. Pets allowed ONLY on the patio and all pet messes must be cleaned up by their owners.
- Prepaid reservation for parties of 1 to 15
- $30 per person
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Private Tasting - Majesty Room
This private tasting features a set list of either all red wines, all sweet wines or all white/sparkling. You will receive five wine samples in a private setting led by one of our knowledgeable tasting room associates. Charcuterie boards and chocolate truffles can be purchased at the time of your reservation or added at the time of booking. This private tasting experience is approximately one hour long. **PLEASE NOTE: this is NOT for children. This is an adults ONLY experience for individuals aged 21 and older. No one under the age of 21 permitted. This includes babies and toddlers. No dogs allowed indoors.
- Prepaid reservation for parties of 6 to 12
- $30 per person