Space is filling up for those of you interested in our May 22^nd special blending program. Our exclusive barrel blending of sold out 2009 Sonoma Merlot, we are happy to announce, will be hosted by enologist Bénédictine Rhyne.

Bénédictine’s experience encompasses every aspect of the winemaking process; from working for vineyards in France and New Zealand to experience in wine sales and marketing, she is an authority on wine.

A native of Aix en Provence, France, Béné received her master in oenology (the study of wine) from the Université de Bourgone (Dijon) in 1987. After graduating from University, Béné began to build an impressive and comprehensive wine resume.

In 1988, Bénédictine traveled to West Aukland, New Zealand to work harvest at Matua Valley Wines, the winery responsible for creating the first New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc. Following her time in New Zealand, Béné moved to England to work in marketing and sales for Berkman Wine Cellars.

In addition to her work in New Zealand and England, Béné first began to hone her wine skills in France under the tutelage of renowned winemaker Jean Claude Berrouet at Chateau Petrus.

Recently Béné developed the “meritage” program for Ravenswood Winery in Sonoma.  During Béné’s time at Ravenswood the company saw a tenfold growth in production.

In 2002, with an array of experience in every aspect of wine, Béné and her husband moved to Texas to start Wine Country Consulting, a company that offers winemaking consulting and lab services to individuals and the wine industry.

Blending Program Details:

Each blender will receive a case of wine from the final blend!  Click Here for more information.

Call: 713-880-3794 to reserve your seat today!

Those who attended the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo wine auction might recognize this video.  Played at the auction, and taking place last year, we’re proud to be hosting our annual grape stomp event again this year in support of the rodeo.  Enjoy the sticky fun!

We would like to extend a big thank you to all those who attended our opening on Wednesday evening at the winery.

We hope all enjoyed the celebration and were able to take a closer look at our concept of making your own premium wine, by yourself or with a group of friends.

If you attended and think being a winemaker is something your will enjoy, please feel free to contact Shannon Paige our Sales Manager. You can reach Shannon at (415) 810-6321.

We hope to see you again soon!

Join us for our grand opening celebration

Festivities will include a tasting of premium Sonoma/Napa wine, fine food and a winery tour at our new facility in Houston. Event will be taking place: July 1, 2009 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Vintners Own Houston is a custom crush facility where YOU can assist in making a barrel of your OWN wine from Northern California’s finest fruit. Our master Wine Maker Squire Fridell will be here to explain the wine making process firsthand. You don’t want to miss this opportunity!