Republic Wine Castle to Open in Johnson City This Spring

The new winery from the minds behind Republic Boot Company will blend Texas craftsmanship with a refined tasting experience.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 5:36pm

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A high-contrast silkscreen print of a single cowboy boot repeated in a grid pattern, rendered in vibrant neon colors and heavy black outlines in the style of Andy Warhol's pop art, conceptually representing the fusion of Western heritage and refined wine tasting at Republic Wine Castle.Republic Wine Castle's new winery will blend the brand's iconic Western boots with a refined tasting experience in Johnson City.Johnson City Today

Republic Wine Castle, a new winery from the founders of the Republic Boot Company, is set to open this spring in Johnson City, Texas. The 12-acre estate will feature a castle-like building that will house the winery and a new location to purchase the brand's iconic boots.

Why it matters

The opening of Republic Wine Castle represents the expansion of a successful Texas-based brand into the growing wine industry, blending the company's Western heritage with a refined tasting experience. It also highlights the continued development of Johnson City as a destination for food, wine, and tourism.

The details

Republic Wine Castle will open at 101 Durango in Johnson City this spring. The winery will offer a curated selection of robust red wines, balanced white wines, and distinctive small-batch offerings, all designed to pair with the relaxed, boot-and-leather atmosphere. Customers can expect the same ranch-chic feel as Republic Boot Company stores, with knowledgeable staff guiding tastings and recommendations.

  • Republic Boot Company was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Houston.
  • The 12-acre estate where Republic Wine Castle will open was built in 2019.
  • Republic Wine Castle is slated to open in Johnson City this spring.

The players

Chris Conrad

The CEO and founder of Republic Boot Company, who is leading the opening of Republic Wine Castle.

Republic Boot Company

The Texas-based boot company that is expanding into the wine industry with the opening of Republic Wine Castle.

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What’s next

Republic Wine Castle is anticipated to open in Johnson City at 101 Durango this spring.

The takeaway

The opening of Republic Wine Castle represents the continued growth and diversification of a successful Texas-based brand, blending its Western heritage with a refined wine tasting experience. It also highlights Johnson City's emergence as a destination for food, wine, and tourism in the Greater Houston region.