The Beckers began searching for a log cabin to renovate in order to create a Texas Hill Country getaway from their home in San Antonio. The couple had traveled extensively abroad and had always been passionate about experiencing culinary and wine delights. The Beckers enjoyed frequenting the few central Texas wineries as well.

The cabin was discovered in 1990, and along with it, raw land and fallow fields of deep sand and Precambrian granitic soils 1500 feet above sea level. The 308-acre estate was prevalent with native Mustang grapes, a time-honored and essential component of the local German heritage. Both Richard and Bunny were successful gardeners back in San Antonio and the dream of a commercial vineyard and maybe a 1,500-case winery began to take shape.

In 1992, the first plantings were lovingly placed in the ground by friends and family, including the Beckers' daughter Clementine and two sons Will and Joe. The first harvest in 1995 laid the foundation for what is now arguably the most widely distributed Texas winery around.

The Becker Family aspires to maintain the "Old World" feel at the winery. As you make your way down Becker Farms Road, alongside our estate Petite Sirah and Sauvignon Blanc, you cross the stone bridge and see our main tasting room entrance and winery. Adjacent to the winery is the Lavender Haus and the original homestead cabin. The 1890s log cabin was renovated in 1997 and for several years served as a charming bed and breakfast. Today, the cabin is being re-renovated as part of a possible "Heritage Tour" venue under consideration by the Beckers.

The welcoming hearth just inside the front door of the main tasting room crackles and pops with warmth on chilly days at the vineyard. In the Texas spring and summer months, the covered verandah and pavilion provide cover from the elements and host outside wine tasting experiences. Have a glass and take a moment to rest in full view of the lavender fields, wildflower fields, and antique windmill.