Wyldewood Cellars
951 E 119th
Mulvane, Kansas 67120
Phone: (316) 554-9463

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From a Family Farm to the World Stage of Wine
Founded in 1995, Wyldewood Cellars began as a heartfelt mission to make the family farm profitable — and evolved into an internationally recognized winery with over 600 international awards and titles to our name by 2022.

This family-owned venture was started by Dr. John Brewer, his wife Beth, and his sister Merry Bauman. What began as a passion project rooted in science, agriculture, and nostalgia has grown into one of the Midwest’s most awarded wineries.

Leading the Elderberry Movement
Our journey began with the wild elderberries that grew abundantly on our mother’s ranch in Eastern Kansas. In 1988, even before the winery opened its doors, we began cultivating elderberries commercially. What some called a “noxious weed,” we saw as a goldmine of potential.

In collaboration with Kansas State University, University of Missouri, and local farmers, we pioneered elderberry farming as a sustainable, alternative cash crop. Our efforts culminated in hosting the first International Symposium on Elderberries in 2013, and the development of four new elderberry varieties — including Marge, the first successful cross between European and American plants.

Hardy, productive, and suitable for machine harvesting, Marge is paving the way for large-scale elderberry production in the U.S.

Science Meets Craft
With two professional wine judges and winemakers on staff — Dr. John Brewer and his nephew Shawn Ramos — we blend scientific precision with creative flair. John’s background in science and winemaking laid the foundation for quality, consistency, and innovation in every bottle.

A Taste of Wyldewood
The best part of visiting our winery? Free wine tastings — every day during regular business hours. No appointment needed, just come in and sip! You’re guaranteed to find something that suits your palate, whether you love sweet, dry, fruity, or bold.

Wyldewood Cellars — From the Farm to You
From our family roots to your glass, every bottle tells a story of passion, perseverance, and purpose. Whether you’re here for the nostalgia, the novelty, or just a really great glass of wine — welcome to Wyldewood.