History

Stony Mountain Vineyards was started with a simple thought: Make the best wine possible.

The Owners

Ken Furr - Ken Furr graduated from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and received a Master's degree from North Carolina State University in Public Administration. Ken served 3 tours of duty in Vietnam as a Marine Corps Infantry Platoon Leader and Company Commander, and Advisor with the Vietnamese Marine Corps. Ken retired from the Corps in 1995 after serving 30 years with rank of Colonel. Ken is the winemaker and general manager of the vineyard and winery.

Marie Furr - Marie graduated from Gardner Web University and retired from federal civil service in 1998 after 30 years. Marie manages the wine tasting room and events at the winery.

Devron Furr - Devron graduated in 2001 from Appalachian State University with a degree in Elementary Education and currently teaches in Stanly County. He married Ashley Efird in 2002 and in 2004 he was called to serve in Operation Iraqi Freedom. He served with the NC National Guard's 30th Brigade as an Infantry Platoon Leader and returned home in 2005. Devron is the assistant winemaker.

Special Thanks To:

• Timmy, Laura, and Makayla McIntyre- who help us so much in the vineyard and winery.
• Alex Furr- for winery sitting and being the best salesman we've seen!

We also thank all the many other volunteers who have helped to get us up and running and continue to help us when needed at shows and festivals.