Texas—Once dismissed by out-of-state observers, Texas wine is fast becoming a real factor in the state’s culture and economy. With nearly 200 wineries, according to WinesVinesDATA, and more added weekly, the state’s wine industry has overcome hostile diseases, pests and climate and is researching developments that could expand production to meet unsatisfied demand. Even proposed cuts in research and marketing funds aren’t likely to dim the state’s wine progress.