Historic Fort Worth House to Transform Into a New Wine Bar From Malibu — Saddlerock Brings All the California Cool

October 28,2023

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See full PaperCity article by Courtney Dabney here.

A well-known Victorian mansion located at 731 Samuels Avenue will soon welcome visitors to its gracious grounds along the Trinity River once more. Built between 1865 and 1870. this is one of the few remaining homes of its kind in downtown Fort Worth. Now, it is set to become the home of a new tasting room from a Malibu-based winery. Saddlerock Wine & Beer Co is choosing Fort Worth to make its Texas debut.

The family-owned vineyard, winery and tasting room can be found in the mountains above Malibu, California. And now, it seems to have found its perfect Fort Worth spot.

“Our wine bar is situated in a lovingly restored historic home, offering a blend of vintage charm and modern sophistication,” Saddlerock Wine family member Madison Semler tells PaperCity Fort Worth. “The home’s rich history, combined with our dedication to preserving its heritage, will create an ambiance like no other.

“Guests will step into a bygone era while indulging in our yummy estate-grown wines.”

Known as the David Chapman Bennett house, this Fort Worth house was originally built for Bennett who was vice president of Fort Worth National Bank. The three-bedrooms, two-and-one-half-bathrooms house is about 2,500 square feet and filled with original millwork and period details.

That includes a welcoming front porch with its original four Tuscan columns. It was lovingly restored and put up for sale in 2021.