Stonehaus Winery

What Stonehaus Winery does

Stonehaus Winery, Inc. is a family-owned Tennessee winery headquartered in Smithville/Crossville that produces and distributes a portfolio of approximately 20 wines under the Stonehaus brand, the Aaron Tippin collaboration line, and specialty offerings such as the Coal Creek Heritage Series and Tickled Pink Sparkling. Its production is anchored by 79 Criterion polyethylene tanks plus over 15,000 gallons of stainless steel capacity, a sub-50°F slow fermentation process using Pasco Poly cooling panels, Koch WF-6 crossflow filtration (among the first two continental U.S. wineries to adopt the technology), and a GAI Italian bottling line rated at up to 3,000 bottles per hour installed in 2006. The portfolio spans reds (Zinfandel, Blackberry Summer, Davenport Red, Fairfield Red, Muscadine, Raspberry Mist), whites and fruit wines (Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, TGA Blanc, Homestead White, Lantana, Muscadine, Helena Blush, Cumberland Gold peach, Orange Squeeze), specialty wines (Tickled Pink Sparkling, Coal Creek Heritage), and an Aaron Tippin co-produced sub-brand.

Revenue is generated exclusively through wholesale distribution following the December 31, 2025 closure of the Crossville tasting room and retail storefront. The company sells to three regional distributors — Tennessee Crown (West Tennessee), Lipman Brothers (Middle Tennessee), and Knoxville Beverage (East Tennessee) — who in turn supply liquor stores, grocery stores, restaurants, bars, and event venues across Tennessee. Pricing is set by individual retailers, with no direct-to-consumer channel remaining. The company is bootstrapped with no institutional investment, privately held by the Ramsey and Wheeler families, and leadership consists of owners Bob Ramsey (President), Belle Ramsey (General Manager), Rob Ramsey (Distribution Sales Manager), Kim Wheeler (Assistant General Manager), Wine Master Jan Nix (since 2006), and Cellar Master Robert Seitz.

Name

Stonehaus Winery

Legal name

Stonehaus Winery, Inc.

Website

https://stonehauswinery.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1990

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Stonehaus Winery is a family-owned Tennessee winery founded in 1990 that produces approximately 20 wines and distributes them exclusively through three regional wholesalers to liquor stores, grocery stores, and restaurants across the entire state of Tennessee.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Winery

NAICS

Wineries (312130), Wine and Distilled Alcoholic Beverage Merchant Wholesalers (424820)

SIC

Wholesale-Beer, Wine & Distilled Alcoholic Beverages (5180)

akta.pro primary industry

Wine & Sparkling Wine Wineries & Brands (CRADAIAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Beer, Wine & Spirits Wholesale Distribution (CRAOAIAA), Wineries & Vineyards (Tasting Rooms) (THAFALAE)

Keywords

• Tennessee wine production
• Wholesale wine distribution
• Fruit and muscadine wines
• Craft winery operations
• Sweet and dessert wines

Headquarters

HQ city

Crossville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Wholesale Wine Sales: Stonehaus Winery generates revenue through wholesale distribution of its wines to liquor stores, grocery stores, and restaurants across Tennessee. The company does not sell directly to consumers. Revenue flows through distributors who purchase from Stonehaus and resell to retail and hospitality partners.
2. Restaurant/Hospitality On-Premise Sales: Stonehaus wines are sold by-the-glass and by-the-bottle at restaurants, bars, and venues. The company partners directly with hospitality venues and event caterers to supply wines for events such as weddings.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Stonehaus Winery produces and wholesale-distributes a portfolio of Tennessee wines (reds, whites, fruit wines, sparkling, and specialty whiskey-barrel-aged blends) plus a sub-brand of collaborative wines with country artist Aaron Tippin. Following the end of 2025, all sales are routed through wholesale distributors to liquor stores, grocery stores, and restaurants across Tennessee, with no direct-to-consumer retail.

Product overview

Stonehaus Winery offers a diverse portfolio of Tennessee wines distributed through retail and restaurant partners. The core product lineup includes red wines (American Red Zinfandel, Blackberry Summer, Fairfield Red, Davenport Red, American Red Muscadine, Raspberry Mist), white and fruit wines (American Chardonnay, TGA Blanc, American Muscadine, Homestead White, Lantana White, American Pinot Gris, Helena Blush, Cumberland Gold, Orange Squeeze), and specialty wines (Tickled Pink Sparkling Wine, Coal Creek Heritage Series Red Wine Blend). The winery also produces the Aaron Tippin sub-brand of collaborative wines (Blue Angel Blueberry Wine, Kiss This Sweet Cherry Wine, Ready to Rock American Riesling). The company operates as a Tennessee-based winery focused on winemaking and distribution, with no direct retail sales to consumers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Aaron Tippin Wines: A co-produced wine line developed in partnership with country music artist Aaron Tippin.

Products and services

• American Red Zinfandel A full-bodied red wine with balanced residual sugar, featuring jamminess, black fruit, and spice notes characteristic of Zinfandel grapes, sold to retail and on-premise partners in Tennessee.
• Blackberry Summer A sweet red wine made from blackberry enhanced with all-natural blackberry flavor, positioned as a dessert wine or refreshing chilled treat.
• Fairfield Red A limited red wine blend using Vitis Labrusca, Vitis Vinifera, and Vitis Rotundifolia grape species, originally created to mark the winery's 15th anniversary.
• Davenport Red A semi-sweet red wine made from Concord grapes, designed to pair with Italian cuisine such as spaghetti, ravioli, or lasagna.
• American Red Muscadine A sweeter red muscadine wine with fruit flavor and distinctive 'foxy' character from native American Muscadine grapes.
• Raspberry Mist A light, sweet red wine with raspberry and grape flavors featuring fresh berry aroma, suitable as an afternoon, evening, or dessert beverage.
• American Chardonnay A very dry white wine made from classic Chardonnay grapes, full-bodied with characteristic citrus-buttery flavors, suitable for fish, chicken, turkey, veal, pork, and herb-seasoned dishes.
• TGA Blanc A bright white wine blend primarily consisting of Vidal Blanc, a European hybrid, with palette-pleasing acidity and subtle hints of lemon grass.
• American Muscadine A sweet white wine with distinctive 'foxy' flavor made from native American Muscadine grapes, referred to as 'God's gift to the sunny South.'
• Homestead White A semi-dry white wine named after the historic Homestead community near Crossville, Tennessee, made from Seyval Blanc, Vidal Blanc, and Cayuga grapes.
• Lantana White A light, fruity, semi-sweet white wine made from a blend of French-American hybrid and native American grapes, suitable for poultry, seafood, cheeses, and fruit.
• American Pinot Gris A very dry white wine made from Pinot Gris grapes, crisp with good citric overtones and ripe fruit flavors, similar to Italian Pinot Grigio.
• Helena Blush A sweet fruit wine with distinct Labrusca flavor and aroma, resulting from extensive blending of various grape varieties for perfect balance.
• Cumberland Gold (Peach Wine) A sweet, rich, golden-colored peach wine with fresh tree-ripened peach aroma and flavor, suitable as an after-dinner wine or paired with mild cream cheeses.
• Orange Squeeze A light, lively sweet orange-flavored juicy wine inspired by University of Tennessee sports fans, originally created in collaboration with the university.
• Tickled Pink Sparkling Wine A fruity sparkling wine with sweet, non-foxy flavor and aroma, primarily composed of the American Steuben grape, winner of Best of Show at the Wines of the South competition.
• Coal Creek Heritage Series Red Wine Blend An exclusive blend of Old Vine Zinfandel and Marion Blackberry aged in whiskey barrels, featuring blackberry jam, spiced Zin notes, and smoky aromatics as a tribute to Tennessee winemaking tradition.
• Aaron Tippin Wines Sub-Brand (Blue Angel Blueberry Wine, Kiss This Sweet Cherry Wine, Ready to Rock American Riesling) A co-produced sub-brand of wines developed in partnership with country music artist Aaron Tippin including Blue Angel Blueberry Wine (rich, sweet blueberry wine with berry aroma and tart finish), Kiss This Sweet Cherry Wine (sweet cherry dessert wine as aperitif or with pastries), and Ready to Rock American Riesling (semi-sweet Riesling described by Tippin as 'liquid gold').
• Muscadine Juice An unfermented muscadine grape juice product made from native American Muscadine grapes.

Quantifiable outcome

• Tickled Pink Sparkling Wine won Best of Show at Wines of the South competition (470 entries, 14 states)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• University of Tennessee (Plateau Research & Education Center, formerly Plateau Experiment Station at Crossville)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1977Fay Wheeler collaborated with UT's Plateau Experiment Station starting in 1977 for the Tennessee Viticultural & Oenological Society (TVOS) vineyard project, which tested 15 grape varieties across 11 sites statewide. UT provided invaluable research assistance and grape analysis. The partnership helped identify which grape varieties thrived in Tennessee's climate, laying the foundation for the Tennessee wine industry.
• Tennessee CrowncoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional wholesale distributor covering West Tennessee, including Memphis and surrounding areas. Tennessee Crown distributes Stonehaus wines to liquor stores, grocery stores, and restaurants in the western part of the state.
• Lipman BrotherscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional wholesale distributor covering Middle Tennessee, including Nashville and surrounding areas. Lipman Brothers distributes Stonehaus wines to retail and hospitality partners in the central region of Tennessee.
• Knoxville BeveragecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional wholesale distributor covering East Tennessee, including Knoxville and the Tri-Cities region. Knoxville Beverage distributes Stonehaus wines to retail and restaurant partners in eastern Tennessee.
• WineAmericaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRob Ramsey has served as the Tennessee delegate and on the Board of Directors of WineAmerica, a national wine industry advocacy organization, representing Stonehaus Winery and the Tennessee wine industry at the state and national level.
• TN Craft ButcherminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTN Craft Butcher, a premium butcher shop in Murfreesboro, TN, supplies ingredients for Stonehaus Winery's recipe content (Blueberry Sausage & Sage Cream Pasta). This cross-promotional content highlights Stonehaus Chardonnay paired with TN Craft Butcher's blueberry sausage, promoting both brands.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• St. James Winery: Family-owned Missouri winery founded in 1970 producing a broad portfolio of fruit and traditional wines with multi-state distribution. Comparable as a multi-decade, family-operated regional winery with similar sweet-fruit-leaning portfolio and wholesale-driven retail model.
• Highland Manor Winery: Sister/predecessor winery to Stonehaus, originally founded by Fay Wheeler in 1980 and later sold. Highly comparable as the founding winery of Stonehaus's lineage, with overlapping grape varieties, Tennessee retail focus, and shared pioneering regulatory history.
• Natchez Hills Winery: Tennessee winery offering tastings and a wide wine portfolio including muscadine and fruit wines. Directly comparable regional competitor with overlapping grape varieties (muscadine, native American hybrids) and similar sweet-leaning portfolio targeting casual Tennessee drinkers.
• Century Farm Winery: Tennessee winery with estate-grown grape production and a portfolio of sweet and dry wines. Comparable as a Tennessee-based, family-operated winery competing for the same retail shelf space and casual wine drinker audience.
• Arrington Vineyards: Middle Tennessee winery co-founded by country musician Kix Brooks, with broad retail distribution across Tennessee. Comparable as a Tennessee wine brand leveraging a celebrity partnership, statewide retail presence, and a portfolio spanning dry to sweet wines.
• Beachaven Vineyards & Winery: Clarksville, TN winery operating since 1986, producing a broad portfolio of fruit, sweet, and traditional wines sold through Tennessee retail and on-premise channels. Highly comparable as a long-standing Tennessee winery with overlapping distribution model and similar sweet-to-dry portfolio breadth.

Broad incumbents

• Biltmore Estate Winery: Large North Carolina estate winery with national distribution, broad varietal portfolio, and on-site tasting room/hospitality. Comparable as an established Southeast U.S. regional winery competing in similar retail channels and customer segments, though at significantly larger scale.
• E. & J. Gallo Winery: Largest U.S. wine producer with massive national distribution across all price tiers, including sweet and fruit-wine segments. Comparable as the dominant incumbent competing for the same shelf space in Tennessee liquor and grocery stores, particularly in the sweet/fruit wine category where Stonehaus competes.
• Williamsburg Winery: Virginia-based regional winery with broad varietal portfolio, on-site tasting room, and East Coast distribution. Comparable as an established mid-Atlantic regional winery with overlapping portfolio breadth and retail/wholesale channel mix, though larger and more diversified geographically.

Others

• Lipman Brothers: Middle Tennessee wholesale beverage distributor. Comparable not as a wine producer peer but as a key channel partner that distributes Stonehaus wines; relevant for understanding Stonehaus's go-to-market motion and distributor economics.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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