Your Perfect Kiepersol Wine is Waiting For You

You walk into a tasting room and see rows of bottles, each with its own story.
It’s exciting, and also a little overwhelming.

Dry or sweet?
Light or bold?
Rosé or red?
You start to wonder if there’s a secret handshake for people who already know what they like.

At Kiepersol, we’ve all been there. That’s why we created this Kiepersol Wine Map, your guide through our world of wine. It’s here to help you find where your taste belongs…and to give you permission to wander a little beyond it.

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Your Map to the Wine Styles

Think of this as your compass for discovering flavor. Click to make this map larger or download a pdf at the end of the blog. Here’s how it works:

  • The horizontal line moves from Sweetest → Driest, showing how fruit-forward or structured each wine feels.

  • The vertical line runs from Lightest → Fullest (body), showing how gentle or weighty the wine feels on your palate.

Given your previous wine tastes or even how you drink your coffee, this will help you get a starting place on the map, and let you see what you might want to try just outside your comfort zone.

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The Light & Fresh White Wines

If you like crisp, clean wines that lift you up, start here.

  • Vit and Steen sparkle with brightness. Dry, refreshing, and honest.

  • Edelvit brings a touch more richness while staying beautifully balanced.

  • Dulce bridges into the sweeter side with notes of honey and ripe fruit reminiscent of a Moscato.

The Playful & Pink Wines

This is the bridge between worlds; lively, colorful, and full of expression.

  • Rosé (no oak) and Rosé Reserve (cherry wood oaked) are dry and graceful.

  • Flight and Pink (low alcohol) show off the fruit-forward, playful and sweeter side.

These are the wines that invite curiosity. They remind you that tasting should be joyful, not serious. It’s okay to love something you didn’t expect to.

The Dry Reds

Here’s where Kiepersol’s roots run deep. We’re known for our reds that highlight the soul of our vineyard in every glass.

  • Merlot and Syrah are approachable, delicate, flavorful, and easy to love.

  • Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Reserve bring structure, spice, and gravitas.

  • Mengsel, Power, Barrel No. 33, and Bourbon Barrel Cabernet push the limits with unique flavor profiles, full-bodied mouthfeel, layers, and unforgettable richness.

If you’ve never ventured into the bold side, here’s your moment.

The Rich & Sweet Finishes

For those who love a touch of luxury this is your afterglow.

  • Ruby Port and Rum Barrel Port are warming and indulgent.

  • Tjaila (“Chyla”) is our golden finale; rich, sweet, and meant to be savored slowly.

These wines are a gentle reminder that exploration doesn’t stop when dinner does.

Finding Your Perfect Wine

Whether you know exactly what you like or just hoping to discover it, this map is your guide to find what tastes right for you.

Start with what you know, then taste something just a little outside your usual lane.
Maybe you’ll fall in love with a new texture, a deeper flavor, or a hint of sweetness you didn’t expect.

That’s the beauty of wine. It evolves, and so do we. Visit the Grand Room tasting bar and let our stewards help you navigate your quadrant. Be bold, be curious, and trust that wherever you start, you’ll end up exactly where your palate feels at home.

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Kelly Doherty is the Branding and Marketing Director of Kiepersol. A photographer, graphic designer, and writer at heart, the winery and vineyard are the inspired backdrop for Kelly’s creative endeavors. 

She holds a WSET Level 3 Award in Wines from the Wine and Spirits Education Trust, is a Certified Specialist of Wine, and loves sharing wine stories.

By Kelly Doherty

Kelly Doherty is the Branding and Marketing Director of Kiepersol in Tyler Texas. She has been with the estate since its inception in 1998 creating the brand from the ground up, literally helping plant the first Cabernet and Sangiovese vines. 

A photographer, graphic designer, and writer at heart, the winery and vineyard are the inspired backdrop for Kelly’s creative endeavors. She designs the website, runs the social media team, and hosts a vineyard blog. She is a wine and spirits packaging expert with over 25 years of designing eye-catching classic and timeless designs.

She holds a WSET Level 2 Award in Wines from the Wine and Spirits Education Trust and is in the midst of the exciting journey of Level 3. Teaching and giving behind-the-scenes tours on the estate are her passion. You can also find her creating wine pairing dinners with chefs across the state.

Her other adventures include life coaching and podcasting. Kelly is the creator of the ‘Drink a Little’ podcast that explores the possibilities intertwined in the world of wine and wellness. Each week a different wine from around the world is tasted and paired with a conversation about creating a balanced and abundant life without overdrinking.

*Kiepersol is a Texas wine and culinary destination with a vineyard, winery, distillery, steak house, fifteen B&B rooms, and even an RV Park located in the countryside ten miles south of Tyler, Texas. Kiepersol has recently won the Top Texas Winery Award from the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo International Wine Competition of 2024.

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