Welcome back to another installment of Real Weddings Magazine’s Partner Profiles!

This week we highlight sweetheart Kathleen Mahan Ahlers from Helwig Vineyards & Winery. Kathleen is a newlywed herself and got married on Helwig’s breathtaking grounds last fall. Take it away, Kathleen…

Helwig Vineyards & Winery

When did you establish your business?  May 2011

What sets you apart from your competition?  Our panoramic views and 5,000 square foot wine cave.

Where do you find inspiration?  In the amazing brides I meet.

Do you have any hidden talents?  I am quite crafty. I also used to show Quarter Horses.

What trend do you see coming for weddings in the next year?  Retro and vintage inspired themes.

Do you Facebook?  Yes, facebook.com/HelwigWinery

What’s your favorite local restaurant?  Taste.

What is your favorite fun thing to do locally?  Wine tasting!

Do you have secret vice or indulgence? What is it?  Dessert.

What are you most grateful for in life?  My family.

If you were to plan your own wedding, or re-do your wedding, what elements would be most important to you?  The details, I am a very detail-oriented person and those little touches are most memorable.

What advice would you can give to brides and grooms getting married today?  Relax! It is so much planning for such a short time…Enjoy it!!

Anything else you’d like to share with Real Weddings Magazine’s brides?  Have fun with your wedding! It is a celebration, about you and your soon-to-be husband!

Find out more about Kathleen Mahan Ahlers and the team at Helwig Vineyards & Winery by visiting their Web site and Facebook Page!

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