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At a Glance
- Origin: Texas, USA
- Varietal & Type: Sangiovese
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- USNW Classification: Natural
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About the Winemaker
Local Customs Wine Growers is a small-batch winemaking collective from Texas Hill Country, founded by winemaker Travis Elliott alongside farmers Cole Harper and Garrett Strickler of Precision Viticulture. Their mission is to keep wine production firmly rooted in Central Texas—from soil to glass.
Travis Elliott gained experience producing seven vintages from Hill Country vineyards during his tenure at Austin Winery from 2016 to 2022. Post-harvest discussions with Cole and Garrett over bottles at Mandola Estate led them to create a collective that closes the gap between Texas farmers and producers, focusing on grape quality over quantity with farmers paid for excellence rather than tonnage.
Farming & Cellar: Working with sites like Salt Lick vineyards in Driftwood and D2 Farms in Wimberley, the team often uses organic practices to revitalize plots. With faster ripening cycles due to a warmer climate, they pick fruit earlier to capture freshness. Their rosé blends Sangiovese’s structure and acidity with Mourvèdre’s juicy richness. Wines are crafted with minimal intervention, bottled in small lots of 90–140 cases.
