Kiepersol (East Texas)

Send us Fan MailIn Episode 85 of the Texas Under Vine podcast, we take a journey out to East Texas to explore the deeply inspiring legacy of Kiepersol. We sit down with owner and winemaker Marnelle Durrett to trace the roots of this incredible family endeavor, which began nearly three decades ago when her family immigrated from South Africa. Marnelle shares how their unwavering commitment to a strict no-debt philosophy has fueled their growth and resilience, as well as the story behind their unique pivot to wine grapes as a way to craft non-perishable value from a perishable crop.Beyond their viticultural success, this episode dives into how Kiepersol has evolved into a full-scale destination for hospitality and craftsmanship. We explore the meaning behind their name—derived as a phonetic prayer to "keep us all"—and discuss their on-site distillery, premier steakhouse restaurant, and relaxing vineyard accommodations. Marnelle also highlights their winemaking philosophy centered on comfort and approachability, along with innovative moves like planting Pierce's disease-resistant "Walker varieties." Whether you are a fan of estate wines or love a rich story of passion and perseverance, this episode offers an unforgettable look into Texas wine history.KiepersolCheck out my YouTube channel for video versions of the podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@texasundervineSupport the show Support the show---------Texas Regions Guide (see website for map):CT - Central TexasET - East TexasGC - Gulf CoastHC - Texas Hill CountryHP - Texas High PlainsNT - North TexasST - South TexasWT - West Texas---------Be sure to check out https://www.TxWineLover.com!Merchandise Store (https://texas-under-vine-llc-shop.fourthwall.com/)Become a Patreon and get access to bonus content! (https://www.patreon.com/texasundervine)http://www.texasundervine.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@texasundervineEmail: [email protected]: https://www.facebook.com/texasundervine/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/texasundervine/X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/texasundervine

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