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"If Texas wants to be taken seriously as a wine region, it needs to realize that in wine, truth is paramount. To obfuscate or deceive is to disrespect not only the people who drink the wine, but also the people who make it, and the land that produces it. To muddle people’s understanding of a wine’s provenance is to willfully deceive and risks engendering cynicism about Texas wine..."
- Jordan Mackay, James Beard award-winning author
- Jordan Mackay, James Beard award-winning author
How does Texas compare? |
California
100% Minimum CA Grapes
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Oregon
100% Minimum OR Grapes
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Texas
75% Minimum TX Grapes
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When it comes to wine, there is no ingredient more important than location. The land, air, water and weather where grapes are grown are what make each wine unique. That is why we, as wine enthusiasts, demand that a wine’s true origin be clearly identified on its label in order for us to make informed decisions when purchasing and consuming wine. This ensures we know where our wine comes from and protects the sanctity of wine growing regions worldwide." - Napa Valley Vintner's Association |
Early on, Oregon’s winemakers realized they had something special here, something distinct and deserving of distinction in a crowded marketplace. They didn’t have to, but Oregon’s wine industry pressed for labeling regulations stricter than those required by the federal government. It was — and is — a matter of integrity. Recognizing the importance of place and variety in the creation of wines, Oregon’s labeling regulations reflect the approach of its winemakers since the industry’s founding days: principled, honest, clear." - Oregon Wine Board |
Sign the petition |
Sign the petition for Texas House of Representatives to support the "Truth in Labeling Act" in favor of transparency.
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