The Joel Benjamin Hauser House at
Westbend Vineyards.

History - From the Past

Westbend Vineyards is located in Lewisville, North Carolina. The 60 acres of prime vinifera vineyards are neatly tucked into the gently rolling countryside in the northwest corner of Forsyth County, where the Yadkin Valley begins. The name Westbend refers to the Yadkin River, which takes a bend to the west in this area and has given the name to the region.

Portrait of Jack Kroustalis

The first vineyard at Westbend was planted in 1972, against the advice of some rather heavy agricultural authorities. But the owner, Jack Kroustalis, was not discouraged by the naysayers. He began planting vinifera varieties that are used to produce fine California and French wines. Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Riesling, Merlot, and Sauvignon Blanc are now thriving along the banks of the Yadkin.

“One of the South's best kept wine secrets is Westbend Vineyards in Lewisville, North Carolina. Westbend produces two excellent Chardonnay cuvées; a tasty, rich Seyval, a good Sauvignon, and a surprisingly spicy, herbal, cassis and chocolate scented and flavored Cabernet Sauvignon. As fine as these wines are, I am surprised they are not better known outside of North Carolina.”

Robert Parker: The Wine Advocate

The entrance to the winery

Westbend Today

Today, Westbend looks to the future. Our wines are recognized nationally for their excellence - under the leadership of Winemaker/General Manager, Mark Terry we are moving ahead. Currently, wine production is over 6,000 cases annually. Wine Spectator has scored Westbend wines the highest of any other North Carolina wines. Westbend wines are distributed commercially throughout the state of North Carolina. Be sure to ask for Westbend wine. For your convienence, you may visit our online store or join the wine club.