Alta Marfa Winery

A wild vineyard on the edge of Texas wine.

Alta Marfa Winery is located high in the Davis Mountains of West Texas, dedicated to crafting expressive, site-driven wines that reflect the unique conditions of the Chihuahuan Desert. Founded by Katie Jablonski and Ricky Taylor, Alta Marfa is rooted in elevation, ecology, and instinctual winemaking. The goal: to produce natural wines with clarity, energy, and character.

Vineyard

Situated at approximately 5,400 feet, the vineyard is among the highest in Texas. Farming occurs in the Davis Mountains AVA—defined by rugged terrain, volcanic soils, and dramatic temperature swings. Vines are grown without synthetic chemicals or irrigation, embracing dry-farming practices in a biodiverse, non-monoculture setting.

Planted varieties include Grenache, Cabernet Sauvignon, Tempranillo, Roussanne, and other experimental selections designed to thrive in extreme conditions. Yields are naturally low, leading to grapes of intensity and purity.

Wines

Each vintage brings a different expression, shaped by place, climate, and season. Grapes are sourced both from the estate vineyard and from select growers across Texas and New Mexico who share similar low-intervention philosophies.

Varieties include:

  • Grenache – juicy, aromatic, often made as chillable reds or light rosés

  • Tempranillo – savory, structured, desert-driven

  • Cabernet Sauvignon – restrained, herbaceous, mineral-laced

  • Roussanne – textural, oxidative whites with nutty character

  • Syrah, Barbera, Sangiovese, and others featured in co-ferments or blends

Winemaking

Wines are produced with minimal intervention:

  • Native yeast spontaneous fermentation

  • No additions, fining, or filtration

  • Low or no added sulfur at bottling

  • Hand-harvested, hand-processed, and manually bottled

Fermentation and aging techniques vary by vintage and variety, with each wine expressing a unique personality shaped by natural conditions.

Visit

Alta Marfa Wine Bar & Restaurant in downtown Marfa offers a casual setting to enjoy current releases and seasonal dishes inspired by the region.

📍 120 N. Austin Street, Marfa, TX 79843
📞 +1 (432) 294-6028
📅 Friday to Sunday | Bar: 5–10PM | Kitchen: 5–9PM
📧 ricky@altamarfa.com | katie@altamarfa.com