The Story & Inspiration

Kaptiv Moments Wine Collection was born out of a deep connection to the past, rooted in the rich history of Port Gibson, Mississippi—a place where resilience, culture, and legacy intertwine. At the heart of this story lies the iconic Windsor Ruins, a powerful symbol of grandeur, survival, and the timeless beauty of what once was.

Windsor Ruins, built in the mid-1800s, was once a sprawling plantation home that stood as the grandest in all of Mississippi. The towering columns, the only remnants of the once-magnificent mansion, tell the story of both triumph and tragedy. The home survived the Civil War, serving as a Union hospital and observation post. However, in 1890, it succumbed to a devastating fire, leaving behind its hauntingly beautiful skeleton—a reminder of both its impermanence and enduring spirit.

For the founder of Kaptiv Moments Wine Collection, a young African American man raised in Port Gibson, Windsor Ruins has always represented more than just a historic site. It embodies the notion of strength through adversity, the perseverance of the human spirit, and the fusion of past and present in a way that still resonates today. Much like the Windsor columns that continue to stand against time, Kaptiv Moments seeks to capture the essence of heritage, while crafting new moments that honor both where we’ve come from and where we’re going.

Drawing from the symbolism of the ruins, Kaptiv Moments Wine Collection is a celebration of life's milestones—moments worth savoring, like the elegance of the past that lives on through the present. Each bottle of wine reflects the founder’s journey from humble beginnings in Port Gibson to crafting something truly extraordinary. The juxtaposition of history and modernity comes alive in every sip, blending tradition and innovation, just as Windsor Ruins blends the echoes of its majestic past with the resilience of today.

With a nod to the past, Kaptiv Moments Wine Collection invites you to experience the triumph of heritage meeting the present, a testament to how far we’ve come and the beauty in creating moments that will stand the test of time.