Michael Ros Winery: Beautiful Texas Wines, Good Friends, and a Little Piazza Magic
Updated: 4 days ago
You know those places you want to tell your friends about and then immediately make plans to go together? Michael Ros Winery is one of those places for me.
I love their wine, but I also love what Michael and Rosann Mitrione are creating here in Fredericksburg. There’s thoughtfulness behind the whole experience: the setting, the welcome, and the care that goes into each bottle. It’s the kind of place where a glass of wine becomes a reason to slow down and enjoy the people you’re with.
Owners Michael and Rosann Mitrione
A Little European Charm in the Texas Hill Country
Just a mile off Highway 290, Michael Ros feels wonderfully tucked away. Their 38-acre property brings together vineyard views, pecan trees, and a tasting room inspired by a European town square. The curved building embraces a central fountain and piazza, while glass walls and an upstairs vantage point keep those beautiful Hill Country views part of the experience.
And because this is Texas, you might even spot Longhorns wandering on the neighboring property. A little Italy, a little Hill Country- I love that combination.
The details matter here. Damaged trees have been repurposed into tasting-room tables, and reclaimed water is cleaned and reused for irrigation. As someone who appreciates thoughtful design, I love seeing beauty and care for the land come together.
Mike and Rosann planted their first vineyard in the Texas High Plains in 2018. Today, their wines are made from 100% Texas grapes, using their own vineyards and other Texas growers. Winemaker Tim Drake helps turn that fruit into a wonderfully varied collection.
What Shall We Pour? A Michael Ros Wine Menu
If you’re wondering where to begin, here’s a selection of their award-winning standouts. These tasting notes draw on published descriptions; the food pairings are suggestions for your next meal at home. Ask the tasting-room team which vintages are currently pouring.
Wine | Tasting notes | Suggested food pairing |
2023 Albariño | Pear and honeydew with apricot notes; balanced and medium-bodied. | Grilled shrimp with lemon or seafood pasta. |
2024 Sangiovese Rosé | Watermelon and strawberry, with lively acidity and mineral character. | Grilled salmon, strawberry-and-goat-cheese salad, or lightly spicy chicken skewers. |
2023 Dolcetto | Violets, red currant, pomegranate, and white pepper, finishing with hints of vanilla and cocoa. Medium-bodied and dry. | Mushroom pizza, Italian sausage pasta, or roasted vegetables with Parmesan. |
2023 Grenache | Cherry, strawberry, and raspberry with floral and spice notes; silky, with fresh acidity. | Mushroom risotto, grilled pork chops, or goat cheese with honey. |
2021 Sangiovese | Wild cherry and cranberry with earthy notes and aromas of tobacco and licorice. | Tomato-based pasta, Italian meatloaf, or a really good pizza. |
2022 Piazza Rossa | A Sangiovese-led blend with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, showing fig, jam, and pecan notes. | Baked pasta, braised beef, or an Italian dinner shared with friends. |
The wine descriptions above come from Michael Ros’s Wine Folly listings and published tasting reviews.
There’s plenty to celebrate in that lineup. The 2023 Albariño earned Double Gold and Best of Show recognition at the 2024–2025 San Antonio competition. The 2023 Dolcetto received a Judge’s Selection at TEXSOM 2026, while 2021 Sangiovese and 2022 Piazza Rossa took gold there. Their 2024 Sangiovese Rosé also earned Best of Show Texas Rosé at the 2025–2026 San Antonio competition.
Of course, the best wine is the one you enjoy. That’s part of the fun of a tasting: discovering something you might never have chosen on your own.
For dinner inspiration, browse their recipes and wine pairings. They make taking a bottle home feel like the beginning of another lovely evening.
A Reason to Stay a Little Longer
Live music is scheduled Thursdays from 4–7 p.m. and Saturdays from 2–5 p.m.
Thursday Locals Night keeps the winery open until 7 p.m., with 10% off a pizza when you purchase a bottle of wine. Friday Happy Hour, from 3–6 p.m., features two rotating wines at 30% off glasses and bottles.
Looking ahead, their October 19, 2026 wine-pairing dinner at 6 p.m. will feature Chef Joe’s menu and an early taste of 2022 Midnight, a Petite Sirah and Alicante Bouschet blend. Tickets are $130 per person, with membership discounts available.
There’s also a Chocolate & Wine Pairing throughout October, plus their November 14 car show, benefiting Tunnel to Towers Foundation.
Check the events calendar for tickets and the latest details. There’s always a good excuse to gather a few friends.
A Wine Club That Gives You Reasons to Return
What I like about the Michael Ros wine club is how it connects the wine at home with the experience at the winery. Quarterly selections, complimentary member tastings or glasses, special events, and access to limited-production wines give you something to look forward to throughout the year.
They offer three options:
Club | Quarterly bottles | Wine and merchandise discount | Extra benefits |
Signature | 4 | 15% | Complimentary member tasting or glass, member events, and limited-production wine access. |
Elevated | 6 | 18% | Member benefits plus 50% off shipping. |
Case | 12 | 20% | Free shipping, a complimentary tasting or glass for the member and up to two guests per visit, plus two wine-dinner tickets once a year with registration. |
Members can adjust the winemaker’s selections during the designated customization window. Membership carries a one-year commitment of four allocations; full details are on their wine club page.
For locals, those tasting benefits are a lovely reason to return. For friends farther away, the quarterly wines bring a little Fredericksburg home.
Come Enjoy It for Yourself
I love supporting people who put their heart into what they do, and that’s what makes Michael Ros so easy to share. Beautiful grounds, thoughtfully made Texas wines, and time with good friends—what more could you want from an afternoon?
Visit Michael Ros Winery at 982 Old San Antonio Road, Fredericksburg, Texas. Book a tasting reservation, explore their website, and follow them on Instagram and Facebook.
Let’s find a table, choose a bottle, and stay awhile.
