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We Bring the Party.

There is nothing that we love more than being with interesting people in a beautiful place. That is why Weingut Peter Velten is open for special events at our historic Hof, by private appointment, or around town during local Hochheimer events. 

We can’t wait to see you again!

Owned by Americans.
Enjoyed by All.

Great wine, tasty food, and fun for the whole family is what you will find on a visit to Weingut Peter Velten. 

Our wines are crafted by hand in our historic cellar from the best fruit we can grow in Hochheim and Kostheim. We are so proud to share them with you here in Hochheim or across the ocean in Florida and Georgia. 

Bernard Johnston, CEO

Just so you know, I’m definitely going to tell you a joke at the bar. I’m always ready for a new one.

Bring your best. 

-Bernard

Weingut Peter Velten in the USA

We are proud to announce that customers in Georgia and Florida will taste our delicious wines at our partner Georgia Farm Winery location in Woodbine, Georgia, and smart retail locations. 

Visit The Tree at Mile 7

Learn more about our sister farm winery in Southeast Georgia.

Find Us On Menus & Shelves

Starting in September 2024!

Our Story

After spending a little time with us, people always ask, “We love it here, but why do you own it?

The answer is simple: Love. 

Sigrid Velten. Forever in our hearts.

Bernard Johnston, a white man in a black suit and Sigrid Velten, a beautiful woman with long hair sit together by a window at Weingut peter velten in Hochheim am Main Germany

Our owner, Bernard Johnston, was the long-time partner of our beloved Sigrid Velten. She was kind, direct, beautiful, and an excellent winemaker. We miss her.

After we tragically lost her in 2020, Bernard, Sally, and Piret set out to complete a project that had long been on Bernard’s “Honey-Do List” for a long time: re-painting the winery.  

During that time, when we were a little fuzzy, one thing felt pretty clear: we were going to make sure that people could enjoy Weingut Peter Velten wines for generations to come.  

So, we got to work. We began opening The Hof for special events, meeting curious customers who quickly became friends, and securing a route to market in America.

Now, we are thrilled to know that Weingut Peter Velten has become a favorite destination and go-to wine for friends and family on two continents. 

We hope that we are making her proud. 

Meet The People behind the Wine

We are a family-run operation and our “Family” is always growing. We are so lucky to be surrounded by great people who pop in for an event or join us daily. 

Come visit us and introduce yourself!

We’ve been waiting for you.

Crafting high-quality Hochheimer wine with American flair. 

We can’t wait to meet you. 

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