The New Boundary of Chardonnay Growing – Dallas County

One of the two vineyards that provided the fruit for the 2010 Inwood Estates Chardonnay, Dallas County

Nancy Nichols showcased  local food items as holiday presents.  I’m here to recommend some local wine that is not just made in town, it is grown here. I’m delighted to announce that a successful Dallas County Chardonnay growing has just emerged. The 2010 Inwood Estates Chardonnay, Dallas County is grown in the vineyards on Inwood Road and on Bear Creek Rd.  Winemaker Dan Gatlin says in a press release:

“The historical significance of this release is obvious.  This may be one of the most unique and surprising accomplishments of the wine and food community in the Dallas area ever.  It is a watershed event for many reasons. As one of America’s large cities, it represents an achievement in urban wine-growing and urban farmingIt gives new meaning to the idea of “locally grown” with a type of crop never thought possible. It is a symbol of civic pride and something uniquely meaningful to our residents”

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