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ABOUT

THE OWNERS

Greetings and welcome!  We are Cindy and James Reynolds, the owners of Eagle Zen Winery and Faded Glory Vineyards. 

 

James, a retired Army Colonel with multiple global deployments, found his passion for grapevines while conducting Stability Operations in Afghanistan after visiting several vineyards there. In 2008, James and Cindy purchased the property as a weekend retreat from their demanding traveling schedules. Cindy retired after 32 years of federal service, as a Military Wargame Planner, and cautiously joined in the dream. 

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We painstakingly built our trellis system and planted our first vines in 2015, starting with Chambourcin and Traminette. The following year, we expanded to include Mencia, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Riesling. Over time, our vineyard grew to encompass Vidal Blanc, Norton, Petit Manseng, Petit Verdot, Rkatsiteli, Saperavi, and Cabernet Franc. For many years, we sold our grapes to nearby wineries, as Faded Glory Vineyards. Our vineyard and winery span approximately 54 acres, with 6.5 acres dedicated to vines.

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​In 2022, we decided to venture into winemaking with guidance from Matt and Mary Beth Barbagallo, owners of Above Ground Winery. James is learning the intricacies of winemaking under Matt’s excellent mentorship, aiming to master the craft himself. Cindy is learning the many business aspects of the wine industry under the guidance of Mary Beth.

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THE PUPS

We share our home with our furry family of three standard poodles—Vinny, Margo, and Gidget. 

THE HELP

Our daughter Amber helps with everything from painting, landscaping, vineyard management, serving our guests, and anything that needs to be done. Other families have helped tremendously over the years including cousins Debra Akers, Drew Akers, and daughter Jodi Reynolds, not to mention many other local friends who showed up every year for harvest! We are so blessed to have so many friends and family rooting for our success!

THE FUTURE

First things first . . .  To become comfortable with the daily operational activities of running a winery!!  It’s a lot to learn. After that, we have many ideas that require more research before implementation:

  • Offering the winery/vineyard as a photography venue with a nice private dressing area for clients to change outfits for those who like multiple looks; offering the winery for small bridal/baby showers/other celebrations; and later, perhaps a micro-wedding venue!!     

  • First and foremost, build our wine production facility and make our wine onsite. James can’t wait to become a winemaker!

  • Open a walking trail around the property with two to three different distance options to choose.

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