Cap*Rock features a tasting room, gift shop, and tours Tues. - Sat. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sun. noon - 5 p.m. From South Loop 289, U.S. 87 south approx. 6 mi. to Woodrow Road, then east to the winery. 806/863-2704.

Llano Estacado Winery, born from a casual experiment with grapevines shading a Lubbock patio, this winery now is one of Texas' largest. Tasting room samples Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, Riesling, and others. Gift shop and tasting open Mon. - Sat. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun. noon - 5 p.m. Tours available. Take U.S. 87 south to F.M. 1585, then 3.2 miles east. 806/745-2258. www.llanowine.com.

Pheasant Ridge Winery produces wines from a 50-acre vineyard located in the Texas High Plains. Wines include Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Proprietor's White and dry Chenin Blanc. Free tours and tastings: Fri. - Sat. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sunday noon - 5 p.m. Other times by appointment. Take I-27 north to New Deal, F.M. 1729 east 2 miles, then one mile south to winery. 806/746-6033.