THIS is what an east Texas winery should be like. Absolutely amazing wines, superior service and truly fantastic ambiance. The tasting room is nicely put together and you will not be sorry for giving it a try. The flatbread pizza's are on point and the Italian sandwich was the best. Wine club, yes yes yes!!! read more

My boyfriend and I had the best time here as a get away stop for our Tyler trip. We enjoyed the wine, the staff and the scenery of this beautiful landscape with its greenery and sunshine. I loved the tables inside and out to just enjoy your time there especially. I can't wait to come back. read more

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Really enjoy this place and the wines are really nice. Recommend for an enjoyable experience.

Went for a birthday hangout around the afternoon on a Saturday and we had a nice time. There was a bit of confusion and delay with the charcuterie making station and after a long wait when we finally received our order, it was a delicious board. The added individual honey was a great touch to the cheese and fruit on the plate. All paired nicely with the wine. The young woman who did our wine samples and took our order was great but the young man who checked us out seemed annoyed and not friendly at all. We won't let that keep us for coming back again though because overall it was a good experience. read more

The view is potentially amazing. Just not the cold MLK weekend we visited. First you have to get there. Make certain you follow their directions on the website. My wife and I booked a tasting-make a reservation. Many more choices than we expected; Medium full body dry reds, Reserve Reds, Ports, and Spirits. The wife focused on the Cabs and Sangiovese, I tasted the light body red wines; Artize, Syrah, Sangiovese, Mourvedre. The Bourbon Barrel Cab was our favorite. Though the Barrel 33 is quite good! We did 4 wines each and one spirit. The whiskey is amazing. We did our tasting with Emily. She shared an astounding amount of viniculture knowledge with us. So much to learn. She also knows quite a lot about the history of the family and vineyard/distillery. We are now huge fans and will make certain we return hopefully sooner than later! read more

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My wife and I stopped by a Saturday for a Winery and Distillery Tour and tasting. With in 15 minutes of arriving we had an opportunity to meet one of the owners and I have to say from that point moving forward we were treated like family. We had such an amazing conversation and time touring the winery/distillery and tasting all the amazing wines. On a side note I have been enjoying Bourbon for more years then I can remember and Jimmys Bourbon has to be the best Texas Bourbon I've ever tasted and I will definitely be drinking and enjoying all they have!! read more

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This place has such a lovely history and it's origins are humble and inspirational. This family run vineyard is such a beautiful place to hang out, sample local wine and educate yourself on all things vino related. Kiepersol is chock full of people who have an appreciation for life, faith, work ethic and a really good taste for good wine and spirits. I happened to be invited there with a group and got to enjoy the PERFECT experience of learning about the making of wine and most importantly the wine tastes that I prefer and how to make a wine I'm not in love with more palatable for me. C'mon, we've all been to that party where the wine options are limited and you don't wanna be a party pooper. Lol! I've learned you don't have to suffer through that glass if you know what foods and snacks to pair them with. I also enjoyed a lunch of chicken salad on a croissant and it was lovely. I also found some lovely gifts of wine and preserved fruits for some family who have never been here. Highly recommended! And if you can, go visit during their vendor events, next one is 10/26/24. read more

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Chexk out my video review at https://www.instagram.com/reel/C7ANy7GPBCX/?igsh=eDdtcG5kcGpsamdl I had an amazing time visiting the Kiepersol Winery, Distillery Tasting Room & Vineyard this Mother's Day weekend with my family. This local Tyler, Tx favorite is home to Kiepersol's Winery, Distillery Tasting rooom, Vineyard, Restaurant, Bed & Breakfast, and beautiful Gourment Gift Shop. While they do offer tours and formal tastings with reservations, this is also a wonderful location for an impromptu day trip as you can also have walk- in tastings and bite at their bar. Whether you're looking for a memorable holiday outting or a fun weekend date, Kiepersol should be on your list! read more

We went for wine tasting, distillery tasting and food. The grounds are beautiful but the quesadillas tasted like they were cooked with gasoline instead of cooking oil. It was toxic. The Sangiovese we tasted had a LOT of cork floating in it. I asked for a fresh one and the guy turned his back, pretending to pour a new one and handed it back to me. When I called him on it, he then put a napkin over an empty taster and "filtered" the court out of it. Since it was clear I wasn't going to get to taste it cork-free I took it. I was supposed to have the Rose Reserve and it was terrible - sour and beyond dry. I took it back and left it on the counter. The guy then brings out the Reserve and tells me I should try that...I tell him that is supposed to be what I have but he holds it up and shows me the color is off. The taste was VERY different. We basically spent $80 to get the wrong wines, which were full of cork and terrible customer service. Not fans read more

Place is very nice but restaurant was very over priced. Had a steak for around $45 with a baked potato. Steak had no flavor and I felt I could get a better steak, much less cost, elsewhere .Was very disappointed! Winery was nice though. Very pretty. I guess just a "destination" type place. read more

My husband and I had the best time! We had the wine flight and Kevin was so knowledgeable and friendly. Then we bought a bottle and enjoyed a glass outside on the patio. Everyone was so nice and we loved the atmosphere. Will definitely be back! read more

Kristy is amazing and so accommodating!! Very informative and sweet!! Great for hosting large amount of guests. Super friendly over phone!

Absolutely the best steakhouse in Texas. Great food and service. Atmosphere is quiet and serene. Beautiful views. We've been having lunch and dinners here since they opened. Always the best staff and food. There's no reason to drive to Dallas and be disappointed. Kiepersol is the Diamond your looking for. Robin is the best host and Grady is a great server. The made the Kiepersol experience epic. read more

The vineyard is beautiful! We did the tasting and I appreciate that you could select which wines you wanted to try verses a preselected tasting menu. Loved them all, and ended up purchasing a bottle of the dry rose to share on the patio. Great experience. read more

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I'll take this vineyard over most of the vineyards in Fredericksburg, TX. Adorable lighting during the holiday months on all the vines, over the top friendly service, all paired with some delectable wines and charcuterie boards. read more

Service was amazing! We had a reservation for 8 but didn't get seated till 8:30 and they closed at 9 but they were so nice about us staying after closing time and even gave us the banana foster! Food was a 10 out of 10! read more

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Extremely friendly and knowledgeable staff. Ambiance is amazing with a glass wall that allows one to look out over the vineyard during the indoor tasting. I like that they have some distilled liquor in addition to the wine. Your is currently closed due to covid still but the tasting is just fun and no pressure. There's standing at the tasting bars and tables to site at both inside and outside. The Restutant is in a separate walkable location and it's on my bucket list to try next time. read more

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The fact that this winery is about 15 minutes from our house on Lake Tyler and we had no clue is almost embarrassing. We spent the week between Christmas and New Year at the lake. Seeking an excuse to get out for a bit, I consulted Yelp, and Yelp led us to Kiepersol. The grounds are beautiful. The Grand Room, in which tastings are conducted, is magnificent. And the wine - well, say hello to their newest wine club member! This is a family owned and operated wine business. The fact that all of their grapes are estate-grown onsite, just outside of Tyler, TX, is most impressive. Dillon, our tasting host, was most knowledgeable about their wines and the family's story. After completing our tasting flight, we shared a charcuterie and enjoyed a glass on the patio overlooking the vineyard. If you have an appreciation for good wine and find yourself in East Texas, I highly recommend you stop in for a tasting. Ask for Dillon. You can thank me later. read more

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Awesome wine! Tasted all of the dry reds and went home with a case! Christy, the tasting room manager, was great! Charcuterie was fantastic! We will be back! read more

We loved it! People were super friendly! Kevin was awesome and knew so much about the wine. We met the winemaker and she did our tour! Charcuterie board was amazing! The tasting room was beautiful and huge! Would definitely go back when in the area! read more

Pretty area. Hard to believe it's located in this area. Need to widen their food selection. Very nice employees. Nice variety of wines. read more

This place stands the test of time for wine tastings - I've never been to another wine tasting that was as delightful, quiet, enjoyable, delicious, and in a more beautiful location. Our wine tasting expert provided knowledgeable help the entire time about the wine making process and each bottle. 10/10 everytime. read more

Drove 2hrs to reach this spot and the visuals of the wine yard made it worthwhile. One of the host received us and pointed us towards the wine tasting window. Our host was not friendly and literally has no interest serving.There was a pamphlet and we had to choose our options($2/each). He dint offer any suggestions nor explained about the wines. The worst part is he never bothered to change the glasses either while tasting till we ask. Pros: ---------- Visual with Lights was so cool. Patio Restaurant close by Cons: -------- Service was worst read more

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This place has some good food! My husband brought me here for my birthday. Its was the first time I tried duck meat. I like their wine. It's not my favorite but still good. There is a dress code. This place is a little bougie. There were lights strung throughout the vineyard. It was really pretty to see from the patio at night. They have wine, spirit, & bourbon tasting. It's was a little pricey but the food was delicious. My only complaint is the location. read more

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We had visitors from Florida and spent a lovely afternoon at this gem tasting wine and enjoying a lovely charcuterie board on their awesome patio. The staff was attentive and friendly. read more

I'll admit it. I'm a wine snob from California. We've been enjoying wines in California from before any ever heard of a testing fee. So when our middle son Patrick and his family made the move from Pasadena to Tyler TX we were thrilled for them. Better environment to raise kids, great community and a six acre property with a fishing pond. No brainer. We have now enjoyed many great and amazingly affordable meals in Tyler. But when our son announced he had booked us for a wine tasting this afternoon I said "Oh, that will be nice" thinking I should keep my expectations really low. Well boy was I wrong! We have been blessed to enjoy wine tastings all over California and around the world and we left thinking that this was one on the most delightful and well done we have ever enjoyed. Our host Emily was knowledgeable and friendly. The ambiance was great. The food was excellent and we enjoyed some really fine wines there and to take back home. Is few points of note. You can select your choice of wines or spirits to taste. Yes they have not only estate wines but an impressive offering of their own spirits distilled on premise too. Great wine at reasonable prices, outstanding service, a gorgeous property and a restaurant - yes all in Tyler TX. You will not be dis's appointed. read more

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The food is excellent, and the service is excellent. My favorite there is the Filet. Blessings, Sam Romans 3:9-28 read more

Wow!!! This winery deserves the Best of Texas award. Having toured and tasted many vineyards and wine in California and Europe this one blew me away. My son, too was just as amazed. read more

Such a dope little vineyard/winery in East Texas. Even on a muggy, rainy day. (Attached to Kiepersol Bed and Breakfast.) We were a day too early for the tour, plus we were on a time crunch for the day, so we didn't get to do as much as we'd like. Darn. But we were free to roam about the vineyard early in the morning without having a guide, so I thought that was awesome. Some places treat adults like kids these days...considering some adults truly do act like children. But nope...everyone was kind and let us roam outside of business hours. Thank you! I'll be back soon enough to go all out! :) read more

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Beautiful location. Beautiful decor. Great wine. Great food. Knowledgeable baristas. What else could you ask for? Don't go. Please stay away, so it can be a hidden gem. read more

My husband and I visited this beautiful winery and had a wonderful experience! The staff was wonderful and very welcoming, the tasting room was beautiful with breathtaking views and the wine was amazing! By far, one of my favorite vineyards! read more

I have always enjoyed staying here for business and encouraged our best friends to join us. We booked the 3 bedroom house and the reservation was messed up from the beginning with really poor service. We tried to rent out the entire house and we were told we wouldn't need to do that that no one else would rent the 3rd room knowing 2 couples were there and if someone did try to rent it they would call us and give us the option to rent the whole house. We weren't called and they rented the small room. We ended up arriving and cancelled the reservation. The house was dirty- the kitchen and refrigerator were really dirty with dried food crusted in the sink and in the fridge. Our food was terrible- nothing worked out. Will not ever do this again and would not recommend read more

Stayed 2 nights at the Vine chalet and we had a fabulous/relaxing time. All staff members were very kind and my husband and I really appreciated their Texas hospitality! The food at Kiepersol was outstanding (breakfast and dinner). We would highly recommend this place for a staycation or like us from out of town, for a relaxing get away. We were sad to leave! read more

Overall very surprising experience. I'm a big wine drinker and always look for a local spot when I'm traveling. Beautiful piece of property. Service is great. Did a tasting , got a bottle and my husband tried the whiskey tasting also. A bunch of seating options. Well priced and good wine. Can't wait to come back. Tried the red flight and overall all decent wines grown from grapes on the property. read more

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Can't say enough about this place! I spent the last 10 months planning a college 30th reunion at Kiepersol, remotely, from Colorado. They have been so accommodating. From the countless calls... Crystal was awesome, helping me plan the weekend. Robin was a saint, helping 24 ladies... who do not travel light... get settled into the cottages... and would not accept a tip. The breakfast staff in the restaurant could not have been nicer. We occupied the Stable House, theCottage, and a few rooms in the B&B. So much charm. Very homey and comfortable. We had a happy hour in the Distillery Friday evening. The ladies who work there were amazing. They even helped me decorate! Above and Beyond! Beautiful views of grapevines , westward facing, so you enjoy a gorgeous Texas sunset. Saturday evening, we ate in the private dining room. My only real complaint.. which is so minor-- seating 24?ladies... a u-shaped table does not work. It rarely works. Everyone ends up yelling across the room. That aside... the dining staff should get a gold star! What a challenge they had with our rowdy bunch., and they kept their sense of humor and didn't get flustered. Thank you all from the bottom of my heart. You truly know what it means to be in the hospitality industry... it's a dying art. read more

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Found this treasure on TripAdvisor and am so glad we visited. The lands are gorgeous and the two tasting rooms are welcoming and quaint. I love that wine tastings aren't packaged together with a take home glass like at most other vineyards. You can purchase them one-by-one. The traditional oak barreled merlot and cabernet were my favorites although several others were impressive as well. After the wine tasting, we made our way across the breezeway to the distillery. There, we tried the rum and bourbon. Both were excellent! They had seasonal drinks on the menu. We ordered the Fall Figger. Oh my word...that was one refreshing Symphony of flavors in my mouth. Fig preserves, house made ginger beer, bourbon and I forget what the 4th ingredient was. It was so delicious that we ended up ordering a second. The staff was really helpdul, knowledgeable and friendly. We enjoyed our visit so much; we will definitely be back. read more

A Texas wine lovers dream! My husband and I were doing an East Texas wine trail venture for our 21 year anniversary and came across this gem. We were impressed with all their available red wines. They also have an on-site distillery: vodka made from grapes, rum and whiskey. We had just planned the visit and do tastings but the wonderful staff convinced us to stay and dine at their great restaurant. We are so glad we did! Their duck cigars were amazing, as well as the rest of our dinner. Unfortunately, we had not planned to stay at their bed and breakfast but will use this as another opportunity to return. Friendly and knowledgeable staff - well of course - they have two Sommeliers, an awesome husband and wife team, on staff! They made us feel extra special with their congratulations and buying us a glass for our celebration. Much appreciated! Texas wine lovers, you will be glad to know that some of their wines are sold at Total Wines around the DFW area. A great Texas Hill country alternative for sure! read more

Serously, If it were possible, this would be a NO star review after what we experienced last night!!!!We had guest visiting us here in Bullard from Grapevine Texas (yeah....a little place kinda known for their wines)! We took them to the restaurant first and dined. Great food as always & a sweet heart lityle waitrss! Then we headed over to see the new tasting room. Jerry and I sat at the table while my husband and his wife went to order flights of wine. At the 1st counter, they were told, very rudely, 'no you cannot order flights here. You have to go to station 4 over there'. So, they go to stations four and order 4 flights of wine. When the flights were ready, they had to go back to spot #1 to get their flights. Well we were only give two flights. When Mary questioned it due her ordering 4, they said 'oh we doubled them, so it's like you got four....yall can just share". WTH!!!!??? After our tasting, we decided to order a bottle of wine. They told her she HAD TO ORDER FOOD IN ORDER TO PURCHASE A BOTTLE OF WINE!!! Again, WTF???!!! Tim explained we just dined at your restaurant so we're not hungry. (Ok, so obviously common sense should have come into play at this point & they should have said, 'oh, okay, no worries'. BUT NO COMMON SENSE TO BE FOUND HERE!!!!) So, we order to stupid cheese board saying we could just take it home. We sat there for an hour, drank our wine, was getting up to leave and realized THEY NEVER SERVED US OUR FORCED TO ORDER CHEESE BOARD!!!!!! So, Mary went to the counter and said I'm closing our tab, you never brought the cheese board, so remove it from out bill. She was told, 'nope, can't do it. We'll fix it and bring it to you....just wait 15 minutes!!!" WTF yet again.......LITERALLY NO ONE ELSE WAS THERE!!! Why is it going to be 15 minutes??????? So I LOUDLY SAID I NEED TO SEE A MANAGER. They sent over this poor kid as a sacrificial lamb who said he's only worked there 3 days. So then the 'manager' shows up and tells me to' lower my voice because my l was being offensive.' To which my husband replied, 'well your service was offensive, yet here we are buttercup!' Do yourself a favor and stay FAR AWAY FROM THIS SHIIT SHOW!! PELLA LUGANA in Tyler is a FAR SUPERIOR WINE....so head there instead!!!!! read more

The place is very nice to visit (once you climb all those stairs). You do have to drive all the way to the back-end of OstentatiousBerg, but the houses are gorgeous to look at (even if they make me feel domicile-inadequate by comparison. Is that patio-envy?). I did not dine there, I only went to the wine-tasting room.... The staff are very friendly, efficient and I really dig the way they set up the tasting - you pay five bucks, get a glass, then wander through the tasting room, picking out what wine(s) you want to try. They have snax and palate-cleansers for the painfully-hip, the sommeliers and the super-tasters (I'm not, but I do like to pig out on a good olive-oil drenched bread crust). The rule is supposed to be five tastes, but they gave me so many extras that I ended up throwing ten bucks in the tipsy jar to make up for the extras (maybe that's their business plan...). I'm normally a beer drinker, and I like micro-breweries, but Tyler is so devastatingly short on micro-breweries (there are some tap houses) I decided to try a winery. I am a red wine drinker, not white, so this is based on the reds... The barrel 33 - I would say it's very big and robust - but definitely a cough-syrup finish. Too much char. I did try some chocolate chips with it, and that cleared up a lot of the chemical/syrup finish and made it better. Still, there's better wines out there that offset a sharp cheese, chocolate or red meat. ******** Update: I did buy a bottle of barrel 33 and took it home. My wife and I opened it and drank it with steak and later some sharp cheddar cheese. the bottle we opened and drank was absolutely excellent - no excess char / no cough syrup finish. Maybe it was just the timing of my tasting, maybe the bottle they had open when I was at the tasting room was different - I don't know. But I am going to bump these guys up a star to 4 and I plan to try it again next time I'm there, and buy another bottle (or two...). ************ They have a lot of stainless takes on their wines...those are aged in stainless steel casks rather than oak barrels. They typically run several dollars more than their barreled counterparts. I didn't find any of them better than the barrel-aged wines. Maybe it's just me and I prefer an oak essence in my wine. The stainless varieties definitely had more cut on them for which I do not care. The Kiepersal Syrah, Merlot, Cabernet, and Mengsel are all very decent. They all start with a sweet-forward hit to the palate but finish nicely. They're not that off-putting-sweet like a zinfandel or icky, poopy wine. (that's a technical term, look it up and start using it, hipsters) And maybe I'll come back some time and try the restaurant. read more

Wonderful experience with my Mom! We had a special circumstance that they don't normally deal with and the manager there was accommodating and kind. The food was top notch, the wine was yummy too. I was intrigued to find out that they make all their own spirits too! This place is going to be a tradition for us. read more