Texas Wine Marketing Research Institute

🎓 WSET® Certificates Have a Fresh New Look

The Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) has rolled out a new design for its digital certificates following its recent brand refresh, and it applies to all certificates, including those issued before 1 May 2026.

So, if your certificate in Accredible suddenly looks a little different… no need to worry, it’s simply a visual update. Qualifications, results, and all details remain exactly the same.

🍷 On another note, Texas Tech University has a WSET® Level 1 Award in Wines course scheduled for this September, and registration is officially open: https://registration.continuinged.ttu.edu/ttu/course/course.aspx?catId=68 . Cheers to that!

For more news about WSET's rebranding: https://www.wsetglobal.com/news-events/news/2026/wset-announces-new-brand-refresh-signalling-next-chapter-in-global-drinks-education

Now Hiring: Weekend Tasting Room Associate

Safari Winery https://www.facebook.com/safariwinery/ is seeking a part-time Tasting Room Associate to join its team in the Texas Hill Country.

This role focuses on creating a welcoming and memorable guest experience through wine tastings and hospitality.

Responsibilities include:
• Hosting tastings and guiding guests through wine selections
• Sharing the winery’s story and offerings
• Supporting daily tasting room operations

Ideal candidates will have:
• Strong customer service skills
• Reliable weekend availability
• A positive, team-oriented attitude

Compensation: email Safari Winery.

Apply or inquire:
📧 [email protected]
📞 (830) 998-5956

Know someone who’d be a good fit? Pass this along... 🍷

https://www.safariwinery.com/

Celebrating Sauvignon Blanc Day — Texas style 🍷

This International Sauvignon Blanc Day, it’s worth recognizing how Texas producers, particularly in the High Plains and Dell Valley, are earning serious credibility in major competitions:

🏅 Reddy Vineyards — Gold (TEXSOM)
🏅 Adega Vinho — Platinum (TEXSOM)
🏅 La Valentía (Wine for the People) — Gold + Class Champion - Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo “Vine 2 Wine” International Wine Competition
🏅 Becker Vineyards — Silver (San Francisco International)
🏅 Spicewood Vineyards — Silver (SF Chronicle)

And it’s not just Sauvignon Blanc, producers like Duchman, Pedernales, and Bending Branch are pulling Double Gold and Best-of-Class for other varietals at major international competitions.

What sets Texas Sauvignon Blanc apart?
• High-elevation vineyards (3,000+ ft)
• Limestone + caliche soils
• Bright acidity with a distinct mineral edge

Try it with:
🦐 seafood | 🧀 goat cheese | 🌮 fish tacos | 🥗 fresh salads | 🍗 grilled chicken

If you haven’t explored Texas Sauvignon Blanc yet, today is a great excuse to start.

https://www.depts.ttu.edu/hs/texaswine/index.php