63
Customer Count
33
Vineyards
38
Varieties
152
Medal Count
12
Competitions
Who We Are
Vision Statement:
To be known as the leader in quality wine production in the Texas wine industry, thus cementing the state’s position on the global wine scene.
We believe in business integrity and treat each of our clients professionally by providing a high quality product they can be proud to stand behind.
Mission Statement:
The mission of Sage’s Vintage is to provide wine production solutions to wine brands, tasting rooms, and wineries.
Our experience and expertise brings proven industry talent within reach of our clients. We are focused on serving clients, both large and small, tailoring the custom crush experience to their needs.
Sage’s Vintage Connections
Our
Core Values
Purpose and Growth
Purpose and Growth
Our team has the experience to add value to newcomers and seasoned veterans alike in the wine industry due to our challenging vintages, new terriory, and longevity in the industry.
Client Focus
Client Focus
We boast razor-sharp focus on our customers' growth as it is essential for success.
Integrity
Integrity
We strive daily to have honesty and respect for all individuals.
Professionalism
Professionalism
Our team's ultimate goal is to be professional in our actions with our clients, partners and toward each other.
Excellence
Excellence
We consistantly strive to continually pursue knowledge and learn.
Community Service
Community Service
Our team works hard to effectively help organizations make an impact.
Fun
Fun
It is important we have enjoyment and fulfillment in our work.
Our
Team
Wes Jensen
Co-Owner/ Business Development & Operations
936-652-8947
wes@sagesvintage.com
Graduating from Stephen F. Austin State University with a degree in Agri-Business in 1994, Wes managed his family ranch. He then moved on to Agtoprof where he grew grapes in California, Washington, and Texas as well as traveling to Chile.
Wes’ experience as a viticulturist for 20+ years has provided a knowledge base not only of vineyards but the wine industry itself. This experience allowed him to recognize an opportunity to meet growing demand for custom wine production solutions in Texas. To meet this demand Wes partnered with a former colleague and winemaker to start Sage’s Vintage in 2017.
Michael McClendon
Co-Owner/Enologist & Winemaker
903-262-8928
michael@sagesvintage.com
Michael McClendon is the co-founder of Sage’s Vintage, a custom crush winery and consultancy in Nacogdoches. In addition to producing world class wines at Sage’s Vintage he has been named as a “Young Turk of Texas Wine ” by Dr. Russ Kane; featured in the Dallas Morning News; and on the cover of Wine and Spirits Magazine as part of their national collective of “Rising Black Voices” in the wine industry.
At Sage’s Vintage, Michael has produced over 300 labels for nearly 47 winery and brand owners. He is the 2024 Texas Wine and Grape Growers Association Louis F. Qualia Award Recipient recognizing a pioneering spirit in a Texas winemaker or grape grower and currently serves as a member of the Texas Wine and Grape Growers Association Board of Directors.
McClendon has served for several years as a judge for international wine competitions including the Ft. Worth Stock Show and Rodeo Vine 2 Wine Competition and the prestigious TEXSOM International Wine Awards. Michael graduated from The University of Texas at Tyler with a B.S. in Biology. His career has taken him all over the world, from Chile to New Zealand, but East Texas still has a special place in his heart.
