Janet Miertschin Janet Miertschin

Three medal wins for Portree at the Lone Star International Wine Competition

Portree Cellars won three medals in the International division on the 2023 Lone Star Wine Competition. Their 2022 Sangiovese Rose and 2022 Semillon took silver in their respective categories, while their 2022 Gewurztraminer won a bronze medal. The Portree Cellars founders are honored to medal in this competition, as it is the oldest international wine competition in the state.

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Emma Miertschin Emma Miertschin

Portree wins multiple awards at annual TEXSOM competition

Portree wins three awards at the annual TEXSOM competition, including Platinum for their Aglianico, Gold for their Mourvedre, and Bronze for their Cabernet Sauvignon. The competition has been running for over 30 years, with 3,400 wines being reviewed and rated annually.

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Emma Miertschin Emma Miertschin

Portree featured in Texas Wine Lover

Portree Cellars featured in Texas Wine Lover, with the opening of their tasting patio. Reservations are available every Saturday to enjoy wine under the oaks with a superb view of the vineyard.

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Emma Miertschin Emma Miertschin

Portree Wins Best in Class Fiano & More

Portree Cellars wins five awards at the annual San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, including a Best in Class Fiano, Double Gold Tempranillo, Gold Mourvèdre, Gold Aglianico, and Silver Marsanne.

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Emma Miertschin Emma Miertschin

Meet our Winemaker

Janet makes her wine at Kerrville Hills Winery and is part of John Rivenburgh’s incubator program. She’s also completed the Texas Tech winemaking certificate. Janet loves spending time on the crush pad and in the cellar, making sure Portree’s wines are made with exceptional care and dedication.

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