Pedernales Cellars

Overlooking the Pedernales River valley, Pedernales Cellars offers its patrons a home away from home where they can enjoy a slice of the good life. Pedernales Cellars is dedicated to the creation of world-class wines using ecologically sound practices, with a focus on grape varieties that can be grown with exceptional quality in the Texas Hill Country. The winery is located in Stonewall, Texas, in the heart of the picturesque Texas Hill Country on the 290 Wine Road, a must-visit destination for wine aficionados. Pedernales Cellars sources its grapes from vineyards in the Texas Hill Country and Texas High Plains – most importantly from the original estate vineyard started by the Kuhlken family in the 1990s, where the story of turning Texas grapes into praiseworthy wines began. Just fifteen minutes east of Fredericksburg, the winery is also a pleasant drive from both Austin and San Antonio.

The original 17-acre Kuhlken Estate Vineyard is located north of Fredericksburg along the Llano Highway in the first viticultural area designated in Texas, Bell Mountain AVA (American Viticultural Area). This section of the Texas Hill Country enjoys cooler evenings and superior soil, making it one of the most ideal locations in the state for grape growing. Responsible for preserving these natural conditions for future generations, the Kuhlken family employs ecologically sound agricultural practices that minimize impact upon the landscape. Planted in distinct blocks, varieties cultivated in the vineyard include Tempranillo, Touriga Nacional, Albarino, Mourvedre, Grenache, and small amounts of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.