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Established in 2012
12346 US-290
United States, Texas
78624
Taylor received his education at Texas Tech University, where he went through the Viticulture and Enology program. The proximity of Tech to local vineyards and wineries paved the way for the start of his career at Llano Estacado in the summer of 2017. After graduating, Taylor spent two harvests in the Texas Hill Country before returning for another two harvests in Lubbock. After a brief stint in North Carolina, Taylor joined the Hilmy team in 2023. Taylor is passionate about producing small-batch wines in a thriving Texas industry.
Assistant Winemaker: Sarah Yockey joined our team January of 2023. Sarah graduated from Texas Tech earning her Bachelors in Viticulture and Enology. Since then, Sarah has worked her way up to becoming our assistant winemaker. She has experienced working in Marlborough New Zealand, where she fell in love with Sauvignon Blanc. She has always had a passion for making wine but finds the delicate balance of white and rose wines especially compelling. She is excited to continue learning and growing in an industry that is doing the same!
