Formando Vineyards

Family-owned ranch winery north of town on Hwy 16 whose tasting room opened October 1, 2026.

★ 5.0 · 11 reviewsTastings from $35Kids: WelcomeDogs: OutdoorsWine club12 mi from downtown

About the winery

Family-owned ranch winery north of town on Hwy 16 whose tasting room opened October 1, 2026.

Known for

Harry's Red flagship blend, Picpoul Blanc, Grenache Blanc, Sangiovese, Montepulciano

Winery website Directions

Plan your visit

Visiting info

Hours: Thu-Sun 11am-5pm; closed Mon-Wed
Address: 11835 N State Hwy 16, Fredericksburg
Tastings: Mixed Wine Tasting $35; Red Wine Tasting $40; Wine & Food Pairing $65
Reservations: Recommended; walk-ins as available; online booking up to 6, contact for 7+
Groups: Online booking up to 6; contact for 7+; walk-ins as available
Kids: Children welcome with supervision; under 21 may not taste
Dogs: Leashed, well-behaved dogs on the covered patio only; service animals allowed
Food: Seasonal menu prepared on-site; no outside food or drink
Accessibility: Complimentary on-site parking; rideshare and wine-tour vehicle drop-off; accessible parking, entrances, seating and restrooms. 11835 N State Hwy 16

Fast facts

Good to know

Founded: 2019
People: Family-owned; founded by aunt and nephew Ceci McBride and Henry Johnson
Grapes & wines: Estate-grown white, rose and red wines from Gillespie County vineyards along Willow Creek, just north of Fredericksburg
Events: Private events including birthdays, corporate gatherings and wine dinners

Wine club

Formando Vineyards wine club

Club: Señor Pico Wine Club
Perks: Complimentary tastings or select glasses, 20% off merchandise, event-ticket savings, shipping benefits (vary by tier)

See club details on the winery site

Visit with Absolute Charm

Skip the driving and the reservations

Private tour guests can add this winery to their day. Pickup from your lodging, every stop reserved, and a local guide. Add the Tasting Pass, order a glass, or use your member perks here.

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Formando Vineyards FAQ

Are kids allowed at Formando Vineyards?

Children welcome with supervision; under 21 may not taste

Is Formando Vineyards dog friendly?

Leashed, well-behaved dogs on the covered patio only; service animals allowed

What are Formando Vineyards's hours?

Thu-Sun 11am-5pm; closed Mon-Wed

Do I need a reservation?

Recommended; walk-ins as available; online booking up to 6, contact for 7+

How much is a tasting?

Mixed Wine Tasting $35; Red Wine Tasting $40; Wine & Food Pairing $65

What tastings does Formando offer?

Seated, host-guided tastings of 60-90 minutes: a $35 Mixed Wine Tasting, a $40 Red Wine Tasting, and a $65 Wine & Food Pairing with chef-prepared seasonal bites.

Can Absolute Charm take me to Formando Vineyards?

Yes. Private tour guests choose their wineries from our list, and we reserve each stop and drive you there. Our Classic tour visits a rotating set of favorites.

Information checked October 2026 from Formando Vineyards's own website. Hours, prices and policies change, so please confirm directly with the winery.