About Us
THE BEGINNING OF ALL...
Austin "Koa" Kekoa, a cultural storyteller, entrepreneur, and Kumu Aloha (minister of love and connection), co-founded Kekoa Reserve Wine Cellars with his wife, Brandie, to share their journey and message with the world. Born on the island of Kauaʻi and deeply rooted in his Hawaiian heritage, Koa blends the spirit of Aloha with the rich traditions of winemaking. For him, each bottle is a celebration of love, community, and the moments that bring people together.
Brandie Kekoa, also known as The Curl Healer®️, a world-renowned salon owner and entrepreneur, created KeKoa Reserve Wine Cellars alongside her husband, as a way to share their story and message together.
Bonded by their love, their roots in Temecula and Hawaiʻi, and a life lived in Aloha, wine became a natural way to share their message—bottled to be sipped and savored with those you love most.
Kekoa Reserve Cellars, where Temecula & Santa Ynez sun-drenched vineyards whisper tales of aloha. More than wine, it's an invitation to a love affair—with yourself, with passion, with the unbreakable bonds that weave our lives together. Born from the very soil where we fell in love, each bottle is a journey into the heart of aloha, a celebration of love's intoxicating embrace. Savor the moments, share the warmth, and let Kekoa Reserve ignite the fire of love within.
Our Purpose & Our Passion...
Forget fleeting moments. This isn't just wine; it's an experience. It's the taste of Aloha, the intoxicating essence of love in all its forms.
At Kekoa Reserve Cellars, we believe love isn't a feeling, it's a force. It's the fire in your soul, the connection that binds us, the very reason we savor life. We bottle that force, that Aloha, for you.
Our Purpose: A Love Story in Every Glass.
At Kekoa Reserve, our purpose is to bottle the very essence of Aloha.
We believe wine is a powerful medium for connection, a way to share stories, honor traditions, and deepen our bonds. By blending the spirit of Hawaiian heritage with the rich winemaking traditions of Temecula and Santa Ynez, we create more than a beverage—we create a legacy, a toast to the love that binds us all together.
Our Passion: The Pillars of Aloha
Kekoa Reserve is built on a philosophy of love in all its forms. We invite you to experience three expressions of Aloha that guide our craft and shape our journey:
- Love of Self (Hoʻomana): This is about inner confidence and empowerment. Our wines are a reminder to care for yourself fully, honor your unique spirit and the light you bring to the world, celebrating the profound journey of self-love.
- Love of Community (Pilina): This passion celebrates our connections. Like vineyard roots woven together, our lives flourish through the bonds of family, friends, and tribe—our Ohana. Our wines are made to be shared, fostering a sense of belonging and kinship.
- Love of Passion (Kaunu): This is the fire within, the spark of creation and desire. It’s the driving force behind our brand and a tribute to the passion that makes life vibrant and unforgettable.
