Texas High Plains occupies elevated, largely level terrain near Lubbock in northwestern Texas.
The High Plains offers a different growing environment from central Texas. High elevation and relatively dry conditions distinguish this AVA, while the open terrain exposes vineyards to hail and spring frost. Growers document Tempranillo, Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Viognier and Roussanne. These examples describe grapes grown within the appellation; they do not mean that every wine sold by a nearby winery uses High Plains fruit.
Regional facts reviewed 12 September 2026. The planting examples below are documented varieties, not an acreage ranking or a complete vineyard census.
Grapes planted here.
01
Cabernet Sauvignon
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02
Roussanne
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03
Sangiovese
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04
Tempranillo
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05
Viognier
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Classifications.
- American Viticultural Area (AVA)
Sources and local evidence.
- Texas Wine Regions (AVAs) (Texas Wine Growers). Individual established Texas AVA geography, climate, soil and explicitly named plantings. Proposed AVAs and unsupported soil-to-flavor claims are excluded.
- Established American Viticultural Areas (Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau). Official AVA names, states, county membership and containment only; geographical boundaries do not establish grape varieties.
More from here: every wine region in USA, or the wider Texas guide.
