Kerrville Hills Winery (Hill Country)

In Episode 77 of the Texas Under Vine podcast, we travel to a destination that is truly at the heart of the Texas Hill Country’s evolution: Kerrville Hills Winery. We sit down with owner and winemaker John Rivenburgh, a figure whose name is synonymous with the "100% Texas" movement. We explore the winery's history and its welcoming tasting room, which sits perched overlooking the beautiful Kerrville landscape. John’s unwavering dedication to using only Texas-grown fruit has made Kerrville Hills a vital cornerstone for anyone seeking an authentic, local wine experience.

Beyond the tasting room, this episode dives into how Kerrville Hills is actively shaping the future of the industry. John shares insights into their groundbreaking collaboration with Schreiner University for a viticulture certificate program, which provides essential hands-on education for the next generation of Texas grape growers. We also take a fascinating look at their wine incubator program, a unique initiative designed to "hatch" new Texas wineries by providing the professional equipment, space, and expertise needed to launch a successful brand. It’s an inspiring look at a winery that isn’t just making great wine—it’s helping to build the entire Texas wine community.

Kerrville Hills Winery

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Locations mentioned in this episode:

Bending Branch Winery - Also check out TUV Episode 23
Ab Astris Winery - Also check out TUV Episode 9
Invention Vineyards
Texas Heritage Vineyards - Also check out TUV Episode 22
Texas Hill Country Wineries - Also check out