ABOUT OSWALD VINEYARD
Oswald Vineyard is a family owned and operated commercial vineyard which began in 2008 by John and Dina-Marie Oswald along with their family which includes 10 children although not all of them are involved in the family business.
Before beginning the vineyard, John was a chemist for 20 years with a Swiss owned chemical company. This job took us (at that time having only 5 children) to Switzerland for four years (aka a 4 year vacation). During that time, 2 more children were added to the family and upon return to the United States, we began to explore possible businesses that would allow the us to work together as a family.
During a vacation to west Texas, we were introduced to the farming lifestyle and were especially intrigued with growing grapes. Little did we know what a family lifestyle change had begun – God does work in mysterious ways!
LIFESTYLE CHANGE – CORPORATE TO GRAPE FARMING!
In 2008 we have made the jump and moved from Alabama to the high plains of Texas to start Oswald Vineyard. We planted 5 acres of grape vines in the Spring of 2008 and have continued expansion to 43 ⅓ acres. Our varieties include Roussanne (a French white variety), two Italian reds, Montepulciano and Aglianico, as well as, Petit Verdot, Muscato Giallo, Vermentino and Albarino.
Leaving the “secure” corporate world to begin a vineyard has been challenging to say the least! Funded by all our savings, cashing in our retirement fund, good hard work and even a paper route to make ends meet, the rewards have been endless. Working together as a family has built a good work ethic, as well as, great family relationships.
FAMILY WORKING TOGETHER
John and Dina-Marie have been married for 40 years – how time flies! They enjoy working with family and three of their ten children (now adults) are co-owners in the vineyard/winery business.
Julian and his wife, Mackenzie, have adorable little Hattie. They are finalizing plans to build their barndominium close to the vineyard.
Christoph and his wife, Holly, have precious little Natalie. They have built a container home and enjoy farm living.
Zane is the bachelor of the group and enjoys training and playing with his German Shepherds, Blitzy and Caliber.
What joy comes from good, honest hard work – doing what you love with those whom you love!
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