Wine And Cheese Lovers Podcast

The First Underground, Commercial Barrel Cellar in Central Texas Grape Creek Vineyard's terroir has a rich legacy beyond it's recent wine history. The property sits on what is believed to have been a Comanche campground. Evidence of their presence is in the form of spearheads, arrowheads and skinning tools found on the property. The banks of Grape Creek afforded the native tribes access to year-round water and cool breezes. In 1985, Ned and Nel Simes, the original owners of Grape Creek Vineyards, began a 20 year journey to create a recognized winery in the Texas Hill Country. They planted Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay and also established the first underground, commercial barrel cellar in Central Texas, which can be seen on our tours. Ned passed away in 2004 and the Heath's purchased the property and business from Ned’s heirs in early 2006. The Heath's have a Vision Brian immediately embarked on a renovation and expansion of the property. This included transforming what once was the residence in