History of the Legendary Maries River Wagyu

In the summer of 1995, Terry had an epiphany. While on a business trip to the port city of Osaka, Japan, Terry was introduced to the legendary Kobe steak known for its exquisite marbling and taste presented by the chef Intimae, the “worthiest” of Japanese head chefs. As the meat melted in his mouth, Terry immediately applied his experience on the farm along with his biochemistry background and concluded that Missouri would be the ideal place to raise the world’s finest quality cattle.

Pursuing his passion to experiment, invent, and create, in 2005 Terry founded Westphalia Vineyards, a celebrated winery dedicated to fresh and sulfite free wines, using many of the indigenous varietals local to the area. He also helped to “resurrect” the Missouri Riesling, a beautiful and refreshing grape that was thought to be extinct. Please experience our affiliate business Westphalia Vineyards here www.westphaliavineyards.com.