r story
Together, this Charlottesville couple is changing the face of wine production and distribution in Virginia and beyond.
riaan rossouw
Riaan Rossouw came to America with a vision: to make wine. Equipped with the knowledge of his French ancestors and a youth spent in the vineyards of his hometown in South Africa, he learned the intricacies of Virginia’s viticulture at one of the region’s oldest wineries.
With little more than the earth and his own hands, Riaan created r Wines. His handcrafted, artisanal vintages have captured the interest of locals while garnering praise from even the most curated palates.
Riaan Rossouw is passionate about his wine - and you can taste it in every glass.
rachel o’neill
Rachel is the owner of Carma Distributor, which exclusively sells r wine brand. While serving as the head gardener at the estate where Riaan began his Virginia wine journey, Rachel had a vision for their future.
Utilizing her research and savvy marketing skills, Rachel helped Riaan build r wine brand into what it is today. With an in-depth understanding of the wine industry, Rachel manages the business's day-to-day operations, bringing this unique brand to Virginia’s wine market.
Rachel O’Neill has a keen eye for design-visible in their labels.