TEXSOM Conference

🍷 We're looking back on all the tastings, Expos, lunches, and educations from last year's TEXSOM Conference. We can't wait for this August! ✨ Save the dates and check back here for more information as it becomes available! 📆 August 23-25, 2026

TEXSOM Awards winners are featured each year at the TEXSOM Conference, allowing attendees to taste and explore the year's medal-winning wines alongside our knowledgeable production team. The Conference is a place to discover the wines recognized through our Awards. Remember to save the dates for the TEXSOM Conference: August 23-25, 2026. And be sure to check out the newly released 2026 TEXSOM Awards results at our link in bio or at texsom.com. 🥂🧡 . . . #TexSom #Wine #WineEducation #WineLover #WineTasting #WineProfessional #WineCommunity #TexSom2026

The 3rd edition of the 67 Pall Mall Global Wine Communicator Awards launched in January, and the longlisted candidates have been announced! TEXSOM joined as a sponsor this year, and we are thrilled to share that many professionals in the TEXSOM community have made these lists, including past and present judges, conference speakers, and production team members! Join us in congratulating our community: Laurent-Perrier Award for Best Global Wine Communicator in Long-Form Writing Christy Frank Jamie Goode Jim Clarke Michelle Gruben Patrick Comiskey Pauline Vicard TEXSOM Awards for Best Global Wine Communicator in Short-Form Writing Janelle Cotton Matt Walls Michelle Gruben Patrick Comiskey Samantha Cole-Johnson Wanda Mann Domaine Drouhin Oregon Award for Best Global Wine Communicator in Long-Form Video Jamie Goode Jamie Knee Mark Fusco 67 Pall Mall Award for Best Global Wine Communicator in Short-Form Video Janelle Cotton John Jackson Samantha Cole-Johnson Tenuta Bocca di Lupo Award for Best Global Communicator in Audio Jamie Goode Pauline Vicard Samantha Cole-Johnson Shelly Wilfong Berkman Award for Best All-Around Communicator Jamie Goode Samantha Cole-Johnson

Save the date! 🥂🧡📆 Make plans to join us for the 2026 TEXSOM Conference taking place from August 23rd to August 25th at Irving Convention Center in Dallas, TX! . . . #TexSom #Wine #WineEducation #WineLover #WineTasting #WineProfessional #WineCommunity #TexSom2026

Calling all Wine Professionals in Los Angeles & Miami! 🍷 In celebration of Malbec World Day 2026, Wines of Argentina is hosting two exclusive trade-only events. This is a unique opportunity to explore the diversity of Argentina’s flagship grape, from high-altitude wonders to coastal expressions. 📍 Los Angeles | Tasting April 16 2026 📍 Master Class Miami | April 28 2026 Request your invitation: These events are private and space is strictly limited. If you are a sommelier, buyer, or wine educator in these cities, please reach out to @veronicaruizkathuria to request your formal invitation and event details. Please note, this is not a TEXSOM event. Direct inquiries to the IG above. #MalbecWorldDay #MalbecArgentino #VinoArgentino #wine @winesofarg

🍷 After 23 years, Russian River Valley Winegrowers is excited to bring the two-day sommelier and wine buyer immersive event, Pinot Forum, held annually in Sonoma County, on the road! After successful events in 2025 in Washington D.C. and Atlanta, the Russian River Valley is traveling with an even larger contingent of producers to Dallas for 2026 on Monday, April 27, at CiboDivino Centro. There will be three mini sessions led by Evan Goldstein, MS, with each session featuring two different Neighborhoods. After the master class concludes, all guests are invited to stay for a stellar networking lunch and walk-around tasting to try additional wines from each producer's portfolio. ✍️ Apply by Friday, April 3rd at the link in bio. Please note this is not a TEXSOM event. Participants must be 21 to attend. Direct all inquiries to Jesslyn Jackson, Executive Director of Russian River Valley Winegrowers at [email protected]

Dallas, get ready — Paso Robles is pouring into town! 30 Paso Robles wineries are bringing their wines directly to you on Friday, March 27, for two trade and media events: 📆 Paso Robles Wine Tasting Tour - Dallas Date: Friday, March 27th Location: On the Levee, 1108 Quaker St., Dallas, TX 75207 Paso Robles AVA Master Class: 3-4:30 p.m. Trade & Media Walk-Around Tasting: 5-6 p.m. Meet the makers, taste the diversity of Paso’s world-class wines, and experience the personalities behind the vineyards. Learn more and RSVP at https://pasowinedallas2026.paperform.co/ Please note this is not a TEXSOM event. Direct inquiries to Chris Taranto, Director of Trade Relations: [email protected].

At TEXSOM, winning a medal doesn’t end with the results! Medal winners are featured during the Conference across Sommer Camp, Expo tastings, and Grand Tasting — creating continued exposure in front of industry professionals. Enter your wines at app.texsom.com. 🥂

Once results are announced, award winners at every medal level are invited to send additional bottles to be featured throughout the TEXSOM Conference—across seminars, tastings, and volunteer education. 🥂 In 2025, more than 125 winning producers were showcased to conference attendees representing 38 U.S. states and 10 countries. This is one of the most meaningful benefits of submitting to TEXSOM: The work doesn’t stop at the medal; it becomes part of the education and dialogue contributing to the TEXSOM community. 🧡 . . . #TexSom #Wine #WineEducation #WineTrade #WineLover #WineTasting #WineProfessional #WineCommunity #SommerCamp #WineAwards #WineCompetition #BeverageAwards #TexsomAwards #TexSom2026

What does success look like in the wine business—right now? 🍷 At this TEXSOM seminar, June Rodil MS and Christy Frank shared practical, data-driven insights on sustainability, cash flow, and how success metrics shift by business model—from hospitality groups to small independent retailers. The takeaways emphasized clarity, preparation, and knowing what really matters for your business. And especially fitting this moment in the calendar: “January always comes after December.” When you plan for seasonality and manage with intention, the slower months don’t have to feel like a setback. 📊✨ Swipe through for quotes and takeaways from the discussion!

🍷✨ It's 2026! We are gearing up for the new year and want you to set your reminders, mark your calendars, and save the dates because our annual events are set! 🗓️ We can't wait to share a glass with you this year. 🥂

Here's to a wonderful year at TEXSOM full of relationships, education, and opportunities. Thank you for celebrating our milestones with us in 2025 and helping us create an unforgettable year. Here's to 2026! 🥂✨🧡