2008 Harvest Is Almost Finished!

We’re almost done with the fantastic harvest we’ve had this year. This Saturday will be our last olive oil pressing for this season. You can view the frantoio (olive press) in action during one of our tours at 10:00 AM or 1:00 PM on Saturday, October 4th, 2008.

Estate Grown & Texas Blend Oil For Sale!

The 2007 harvest is delicious. Visit the ranch to taste or purchase it online at the gift shop link above.

Current Wine Tasting

Come taste the 2005 Syrah, 2007 Natural Blackberry, 2006 Syrah, Tejanti (sangiovese/cab franc blend) and Cabernet Sauvignon.

Tasting Room and Gift Shop

We invite you to visit our tasting room and gift shop during our normal business hours. You can sample multiple fresh olive oils, jams made from fruit off the ranch, hand crafted wines and other gourmet foods.

Orchard Tours and Formal Tastings – SAT. 10:00AM, 1:00 PM; SUN. 12:00 Noon

We enjoy sharing our "Touch of Tuscany In Texas" and invite you to learn more about the structure of a traditional Italian family farm; an in-depth exploration of olive trees and their oils. Tour fees are $10 per person (children 12 years old and older are welcome on the tour) and allow you to walk through the picturesque olive orchards and gardens, while your host provides a thorough overview including:

• the history of olive trees
• the agricultural aspects of growing olive trees and olive cultivation*
• a close-up view of the olive press, known in Italian as a "frantoio"
• a definition of high quality, extra virgin olive oil
• a guided olive oil tasting
• the protocol and sensory evaluation of multiple oils
• formal tasting of all items in the store, including all wines

*Wear comfortable shoes to walk in the fields and orchards.

Tours are scheduled at 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM on Saturdays. SUNDAYS: Tours at 12:00 Noon only.

Private Group Tours & Events

We are open for private tours Monday through Friday and can host your special events, from corporate outings, to social groups, to rehearsal dinners and everything in-between. We offer catering of h'ors dourves, lunches, formal wine tasting, dinners, etc. to fit your needs. Private tours are available any day of the week, per your reservation needs, for groups of 10 or more. We book up early, so please call 512-847-6514 or email events@bvranch.com to discuss your needs, fees, menus and to make reservations.

We look forward to your visit!