Since its inception in 1986, Newsom Grape Day has emerged as a vital event for the Texas wine industry, attracting growers, wineries, and industry professionals from across Texas and beyond. Generously hosted by Neal Newsom, this event features speakers who delve into topics such as grape cultivation, expanding wine businesses, and emerging industry trends.
Newsom Grape Day is held annually at Newsom Vineyards, 1611 State Highway 2196, Plains, Texas 79355.
Information about Newsom Grape Day 2025 coming soon.
About Texas Wine Foundation & the Hoss Newsom Viticultural Scholarship
Newsom Grape Day benefits the Hoss Newsom Viticultural Scholarship awarded by the Texas Wine Foundation (TWF) each spring during Grape Day.
TWF’s mission is to support, develop, and stimulate the health, growth, and improvement of the Texas wine and grape industry and the prosperity of its members by organizing, funding, creating, and implementing programs of education, research, and marketing.
Established in 2012, the Hoss Newsom Viticultural Scholarship is awarded to deserving students who demonstrate the qualities of commitment to and passion for the growing Texas wine industry.