H.R. No. 2248

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, Blue Ostrich Winery and Vineyard in Saint Jo has been selected as one of the 10 Texas Wineries Tucked Away and Worth the Drive by Texas Wine and Trail Magazine; and

WHEREAS, Located in the Red River Valley region of North Texas, the Blue Ostrich Winery and Vineyard was once one of the leading ostrich ranches in the Southwest; owners Patrick and Julie Whitehead eventually transitioned the facilities into a winery, tasting room, and offices, and seven of the distinctive birds for which the operation is named still may be found on the property; and

WHEREAS, Texas Wine and Trail Magazine chose the Blue Ostrich for its list not only for its outstanding wines but also because the winery is a unique place off the beaten path, and the owners provide visitors with an enjoyable and informative wine-tasting experience; and

WHEREAS, Locally owned businesses make a welcome contribution to the prosperity and remarkable character of their communities, and the owners and staff of Blue Ostrich Winery and Vineyard may reflect with pride on the reputation for excellence that they have achieved; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate the Blue Ostrich Winery and Vineyard on its selection as one of the 10 Texas Wineries Tucked Away and Worth the Drive and extend to owners Patrick and Julie Whitehead and all those associated with the winery sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. and Mrs. Whitehead as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.

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______________________________ Speaker of the House

I certify that H.R. No. 2248 was adopted by the House on May 21, 2015, by a non-record vote.

______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House