They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day. We say—it gets even better with wine.
Whether you’re celebrating a lazy Sunday, hosting a boozy brunch, or just looking for an excuse to pop a cork before noon, wine has a seat at the breakfast table. From bubbly classics to light-bodied whites and cheeky rosés, certain wines pair beautifully with the salty, sweet, and savory delights of a Texas-sized breakfast.
And yes, this includes some fantastic Texas Wine options that’ll make you wonder why you ever settled for orange juice.
🥂 Sparkling Wines: Because Brunch Without Bubbles Is Just a Sad Breakfast
1. Texas Sparkling Wine + Eggs Benedict
Try: Heath Sparkling Wines, Fredericksburg, TX
Crisp acidity and tiny effervescent bubbles cut beautifully through the rich hollandaise. Heath’s Blanc de Blancs is a stunner for eggs, crab cakes, and smoked salmon.
2. Prosecco or Texas-style Pét-Nat + Chicken & Waffles
Try: La Valentía Pét-Nat from C.L. Butaud, Austin, TX
The naturally sparkling, slightly funky Pét-Nat adds a fun, yeasty brightness to sweet-savory combos like fried chicken and waffles with maple syrup.
3. Sparkling Rosé + Avocado Toast with Bacon
Try: Rosé of Sangiovese Sparkling from Slate Theory Winery, Fredericksburg, TX
A dry sparkling rosé amps up the salt and smokiness of the bacon while playing off the creamy avocado. Bonus points if there’s a poached egg on top.
🍷 Still Wines for When You Want to Skip the Fizz but Keep the Fun
4. Off-Dry Riesling + Breakfast Tacos (Egg, Cheese & Chorizo)
Try: Dry Riesling from Bending Branch Winery, Comfort, TX
A Riesling’s fresh acidity and subtle sweetness tame the spice from Texas chorizo. It’s like breakfast in the Hill Country with a German twist.
5. Rosé + Huevos Rancheros
Try: High Plains Rosé from William Chris Vineyards, Hye, TX
The tangy tomato sauce and earthy beans love a well-structured rosé. William Chris’s dry style hits that juicy spot between savory and refreshing.
6. Chenin Blanc + Pancakes with Fresh Berries
Try: Chenin Blanc from Southold Farm + Cellar, Gillespie County, TX
A lightly floral, slightly creamy Chenin works like a charm with fluffy pancakes, strawberries, and even whipped cream if you’re feeling indulgent.
🍳 Bonus Pairings for the Bold Breakfast Crowd
7. Texas Tempranillo + Steak & Eggs
Try: Tempranillo from Pedernales Cellars, Stonewall, TX
A smooth, medium-bodied red with just enough tannin to balance the umami bomb of a steak and eggs plate. Add hashbrowns and coffee, and you’ve got the holy trinity.
8. Orange Wine + Shakshuka or Spicy Breakfast Skillets
Try: Skin-Contact Viognier from The Austin Winery
Orange wines are earthy, spicy, and weird in the best way. Shakshuka’s smoky tomato-and-egg combo meets its match in a funky, skin-contact white.
💡 Tips for Sipping Wine with Breakfast
- Keep it light: Low-alcohol wines are your friend before noon. Sparkling wines and off-dry whites usually sit around 11–12% ABV.
- Acid is essential: The high acidity of breakfast favorites like fruit, tomatoes, and cured meats loves a crisp wine.
- Don’t fear the chill: Almost every wine on this list benefits from a bit of a chill—even reds like Gamay or chilled Tempranillo for a morning-friendly red option.
- Think brunch, not Bordeaux: Save the heavy cabernets for dinner. Breakfast is all about freshness, fun, and bright flavors.
🏁 In Conclusion: Wine O’Clock Starts at Breakfast (Sometimes)
Tex here, and I’ll admit: once I started pairing Texas Wine with my weekend breakfasts, there was no going back. Whether you’re reaching for a bottle of Heath Sparkling or pouring a cheeky rosé from William Chris, adding wine to your breakfast routine takes “brunch” to a whole new level.
It’s all about balance—between creamy and crisp, sweet and savory, bold and bubbly. So next time you’re flipping pancakes, cracking eggs, or plating up that perfect avocado toast, don’t forget to open a bottle and toast to the morning. After all, Texas mornings are meant to be celebrated—with a cork pop and a clink of glasses.