Some places are simply buildings. Others become part of the story.
In 2022, Travis and Rebecca Conley became the stewards of Lot 1, Block 1 of the Original Comanche Townsite, beginning the next chapter in one of downtown Comanche’s most storied landmarks. Once home to the First National Bank of Comanche, the building stands just steps from the site where the legendary encounter between outlaw John Wesley Hardin and Sheriff Charles Webb forever etched its place in Texas history.
That history inspired the name J.W. Hardin Wine Co., but our story reaches far beyond a single outlaw. It’s a celebration of the people, places, and events that shaped Texas and continue to shape our community today.
As caretakers of this historic building, we’re committed to preserving its character while creating a gathering place where remarkable Texas wine, authentic hospitality, and meaningful stories can be shared for generations to come.
Nestled in the heart of Comanche County, our home is rooted in agriculture, rich with Native American heritage, frontier history, and a thriving Texas wine culture. Every bottle we pour is an invitation to experience a little of that history—and to become part of the story yourself.
1662
The first vineyard in the United States of America was planted near El Paso, Texas in 1662; paving the way for the North American Wine industry as we know it.
1858
Being on the Texas frontier and in the heart of Comanche territory it took a certain breed of people with pioneering spirit to be able to settle here in central Texas. The town of Comanche was established in 1856 and incorporated in 1858.
1874
Notorious outlaw, John Wesley Hardin shoots and kills the Brown County’s Sheriff in the lot outside of the Jack Wright Saloon, known as modern day Lot 1 Block 1 Original Comanche Block.
1891
At the site of Lot 1 Block 1, Original Comanche Block the Comanche First National Bank is built. It is a two story victorian building with a turret, stained glass, and beautiful Queen Anne woodwork.
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