CHAMPION WINE GARDEN
CARRUTH PLAZA AT NRG PARK
The Champion Wine Garden is an oasis that offers a cheerful atmosphere, top notch entertainment from rising Texas stars and a chance to savor more than 75 award-winning wines. We offer tent and table reservations for those looking to host an event in this popular spot during the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™.
WINE MENU
The Champion Wine Garden features wine from the Rodeo’s International Wine Competition. Visitors are able to purchase drinks by the glass or by the bottle.
LIVE MUSIC
Mondays – Thursdays, 4 p.m. – 11 p.m. | Fridays, 2 p.m. – Midnight
Saturdays, 11 a.m. – Midnight | Sundays, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.
RESERVE & HOST
From a table for two to a tent for 150 guests, there are several opportunities for you to enjoy the Champion Wine Garden. Reservations are available from 4 – 9 p.m. Monday through Friday and 2 – 9 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.
WINE EDUCATIONAL SEMINARS
Sip, smell and learn through a series of seminars that introduce you to some of the best loved wines and this year’s award winners. Whether you want to learn about steak and wine pairings or bubbles, our seminars offer something for everyone. Seminars are great for groups or individuals and are hosted in the Champion Wine Garden.
Must be 21+ to participate.
WINEMAKER’S CORNER
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March 10
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Palm Bay
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4 – 6 p.m.
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Jesse Alvarado
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| March 11 |
Graham Beck
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4 – 6 p.m. |
Tim Romano
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| March 12 |
Llano
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4 – 6 p.m. |
Bill Freidhof
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| March 13 |
Middle Oak Winery
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4 – 6 p.m. |
Christina Skinner
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| March 14 |
Zonin
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4 – 6 p.m. |
Nicole Willis
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| March 15 |
WX Brands
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1 – 3 p.m.
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Robert Daugherty
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| March 16 |
Zonin
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1 – 3 p.m. |
Nicole Willis
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| March 17 |
Graham Beck
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4 – 6 p.m. |
Tim Romano
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| March 18 |
Decoy
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4 – 6 p.m. |
Kristin Ellis & Alex Jaco
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| March 19 |
Threadcount
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4 – 6 p.m. |
Christen Malone
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| March 20 |
Banfi
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4 – 6 p.m. |
Heather Queen
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| March 21 |
Albert Bichot
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4 – 6 p.m. |
Vanessa Gaidosik
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| March 22 |
O’Neill Vintners & Distillers
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1 – 3 p.m. |
Kyle Mayeron
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| March 23 |
Palm Bay
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1 – 3 p.m. |
Jesse Alvarado
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WINE HEADLINES
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The Rodeo Celebrates Texas Wine while Raising Money for Scholarships
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CONTACT US
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo
NRG Center
3 NRG Park
Houston, Texas 77054
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 832.667.1184
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