Open: Year Round

Briar Creek Vineyards came into being because of a true delight in the romance of wine and the love of all things Texas.  After medical school, Don and Donna Freeman moved from their roots in Texas to California for training.  We fell in love with the whole production of wine - from growing seasons to harvest, to processing, and of course, tasting the nuances of all the flavors in grapes.  After training and building our family (4 beautiful children) we returned to Texas in 1983, established a home and practice, and have been the benefactors of God's grace and blessings in the Lone Star State!  Still enamored with the romance of wine and the land in Texas, in 2006 we moved from "the city" to "country life".  We built our home on 56 acres located SE of Tyler on Briar Branch of Mud Creek and planted 2-1/2 acres of classic vinifera.  We have experienced the challenges of a farmer, especially in Texas, as well as the many blessings of God and nature.  We invite you to experience the Texas version of wine-making.