While Texas officially has eight recognized wine growing regions, Texas Hill Country is a standout, as it produces world-class wines like Cabernets and Tempranillos from grape varieties you would usually find in places like Spain, southern France, and Italy.
In fact, Texas Hill Country sits on nine million acres, stretching across 25 counties. The Lone Star state is said to be one of the fastest-growing wine regions in the country, and the area itself has become one of the fastest growing tourist destinations. It's not surprising, then, that Lonely Planet named it one of the best places in the US to visit last year.