You may not think of wine when you think of Lubbock, Texas, but the area is home to a thriving wine industry. Thanks to a perfect grape-growing climate and moderate elevation, you can tour three different wineries within 15 minutes of Lubbock .

Pheasant Ridge Winery, about 12 miles northeast of Lubbock, take I-27 to Route 3. The winery is set on one of the state’s oldest vineyards, and guests can take tours and tastings on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

Cap Rock Winery, about 4 miles south of Lubbock, take US 87 south to Woodrow Road. The specialty here is chardonnays, cabernet sauvignons, and other wines, from vinifera grapes. Visitors can take free tours and samples every day of the week.

Llano Estacado Winery, about 5 miles southeast of Lubbock, head to FM 1585 east of US 87 south. What started as a patio experiment in the 1970s has grown into one of the biggest wineries in the state. It’s also one of the best, with more awards than any other winery in Texas. Visitors can enjoy the tasting room every day except Monday.