The 2024 release picks up right where the stellar ’23 left off, shaped by a beautifully even, sun-kissed growing season. Zesty lemon and grapefruit lead the charge, joined by a whisper of wet stone and a touch of reduction that gives this wine both nerve and nuance. The palate is bright and driven—sleek citrus, lively acidity, and the satisfying texture that only long lees contact can bring. It’s the kind of Sauvignon Blanc that rewards patience, but tastes far too good to wait ten years for.
As it arrives just in time for spring, try it with the first asparagus of the season grilled over olive wood, or a simple bowl of linguine with green garlic and Meyer lemon. For something even cheekier—pour a glass while reorganizing your seed packets and dreaming of long, warm evenings to come.

We’ve admired this hillside of Syrah for years—watching, waiting, and quietly scheming for our chance to work with its volcanic soils and sweeping Carneros views. In 2023, everything aligned. The vines delivered fruit of rare intensity and detail, shaped by the compressed ash beneath their roots and the cool lift of afternoon breezes rolling in from the Bay. The wine shows classic Syrah swagger: blackberry and plum framed by black pepper, violets, and that savory, smoky edge that makes the grape so captivating.
On the palate, it walks a fine line between power and grace—silky yet firm, layered yet focused. Pour it alongside anything from slow-cooked short ribs to grilled portobellos brushed with thyme and olive oil. Or keep it simple: a good glass, a quiet evening, and the satisfaction of knowing this hillside finally found its way into your cellar.

If you needed proof that patience pays off, the 2023 Merlot is it. A gentle, measured summer and a cool, lingering harvest gave the fruit all the time it needed to find perfect balance—no rush, just quiet confidence. The result is Merlot in full voice: ripe plum and black cherry layered with a touch of dusty Rutherford earth and a dark, savory undertone that keeps things wonderfully grounded. The palate is deep and composed, framed by tannins that feel more architectural than angular—everything in its right place, with texture and lift to spare.
It’s a wine built to evolve but impossible to resist now. Pair it with early lamb from the grill (maybe with rosemary if you’re feeling traditional) or a mushroom risotto rich enough to make you forget winter ever happened. Better yet, pour a glass on a cool March evening and toast to what patience—and a little restraint—can do.

Begin your Vineyard House experience with a bit of conversation on the back porch, then meander through the vineyard, cellar, and winemaking facilities with your dedicated host.

Fellow families and friends of all ages can gather around a community table to enjoy both bottle and featured by-the-glass service, at special member prices, surrounded by the transitory beauty of the season.
Short on time? We’ll be happy to share a complimentary splash of a renegade wine, or two, with you in the Garden instead.