True Crime and Wine: The Eyeball Killer hosted by Duchman Family Winery

True Crime and Wine: The Eyeball Killer hosted by Duchman Family Winery

Join John Matthews, owner of Cassaro Winery, and highly decorated 40-year law enforcement veteran, for a behind-the-scenes look and firsthand account of his capture of Dallas’ most notorious serial killer- the Eyeball Killer. Learn about Oak Cliff in the 1980s and 90s, the investigation, the arrest and the unusual evidence that brought down a serial killer and ended his reign of terror.

John Matthews has been a law enforcement analyst for both CNN and FOX News for over 25 years and a reoccuring guest on Good Morning America. He is a Texas Press Association award-winning writer who has published six books and co-author of The Eyeball Killer, a true crime Book of the Month published by Pinnacle Books and Doubleday. John has been featured in D Magazine and Texas Monthly and on numerous podcasts including: My Favorite M**der, True Crime Broads, Texas Crime and Wine. Some of his television credits include: Forensic Files, People Magazine Investigates, HBO Autopsy, Evil I, Very Bad Men, Born to K*ll, M**der by the Numbers, Mark of a Killer and World’s Most Evil Killers. His story is currently being developed into a feature film called the Eyes of Jefferson and John is serving as Executive Producer.

John is a Past President of the Texas Wine and Grape Growers Association, current President of the Texas Wine Foundation, and was recently honored with a Lifetime Achievement award by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement and the Office of the Governor in recognition of his career in law enforcement .

Price includes one glass of wine. Additional food, and wine by the glass or bottle are available during the event.

REFUND POLICY: This is a limited event and there are no refunds or exchanges.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Duchman Family Winery, 13308 Ranch to Market Road 150, Driftwood, United States