The wines of BARRA of Mendocino reflect the 64 years of experience Charlie Barra has in growing grapes organically in the unique soils and climate of Redwood Valley. They are made rich by the natural nutrients fed into the soils by planting bell beans, vetch, red clover and peas, and then layers of complexity are added by aging the wines in fine French oak barrels. Taste the wines made by winemaker Dan Kopache to find the layers of fruit, generous mid-palate, and the long, lingering finish on each varietal. A second tier of wines is produced under the Girasole Vineyards label. And, the small production, hand-crafted pinot noir and cabernet, called “59th Harvest” to commemorate Charlie’s 59th Harvest in 2004 (250 cases produced) round out the collection of wines produced by BARRA of Mendocino. All wines are estate and certified organically grown. WE WANT YOUR CORKS.  Bring your used natural corks to us to be recycled into shoes. 

Cole Bailey focuses on making small lots of hand-crafted cabernet sauvignon and sauvignon blanc. The wines are christened with the multi-syllabic moniker “Sesquipedalian” to entertain the taster’s mind as well as the palate. In other words, don’t forget your brain when you come to visit! The sauvignon blanc, syrah and estate-grown cabernet sauvignon are each noble, with the understated yet pulchritudinous aroma typical of a blue-blooded Brahmin. Nevertheless, from the first sip, it is clear that the cabernet, syrah and sauvignon blanc “Sesquipedalian” are mouthfuls. Like a character from a Faulkner novel, they come right at you, powerfully forging ahead full-throttle, stunning reflections of their respective vineyard’s terroir. These wines speak to a worldly palate and have no patience with those anchored to the jejune in life (see website).

Frey Vineyards offers a window into the roots of organic and Biodynamic farming in Mendocino County. A laid-back family experience in the rustic handmade winery, set against the pristine backdrop of oak and redwood-covered mountains. You’ll have a chance to talk to four generations of this wine and farming family and sample purely delicious organic and Biodynamic wines made with no added sulfites. 

Frey award winning organic and Biodynamic wines include Petite Sirah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, Syrah, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. Tasting by appointment only.

This company produces Germain-Robin brandies that are made from world-class varietal grapes, and they have been deemed year after year as some of the richest, most elegant, yet complex brandies in the world. To see the full lineup of eau-de-vies, brandies, liquers, etc., visit www.craftdistillers.com. Artist-in-Residence from Ukiah Valley Artists Co-op on site.

Visit their tasting room, usually open by appointment only.

Judged Best Zinfanel in California in 2002 at the California State Fair. Our wines are made from grapes grown in Redwood Valley in Northern California. Our family has been growing grapes in this area for four generations. Owner Bill Neese has been growing grapes in Redwood Valley for 52 years. We are committed to growing quality grapes and making premium wines in keeping with our forefather’s tradition, while preserving our heritage.

Greg Graziano, winemaker/owner: The Graziano family has been making wines and growing grapes in Mendocino County for three generations. Continuing in the family tradition, Greg began his winemaking career in 1976 as the founding partner and winemaker of the Milano Winery in Hopland. In 1986, he became the winemaker for the esteemed La Crema Winery in Sonoma County. At La Crema, Greg quickly became known for his bold and complex styling that helped push La Crema to the forefront as one of the top chardonnay and pinot noir producers in the industry. In 1988, Greg started his own winery where he established two new brands: St Gregory (producing Burgundian-styled wines from the pinot family of grapes) and Monte Volpe (specializing in Italian grape varieties native to Central and Southern Italy. In 1997, he added another brand to his portfolio, Enotria, which features classic Piedmont region grape varieties. In 2003, he introduced the first wines produced under the new Graziano label which specializes in Zinfandel and Petite Sirah made from old vine, hillside vineyards.

Old World Heritage, New World Style. The best of both worlds. From the beginning of Lolonis Vineyards, in 1920, the Lolonis family has sought to marry the Old World with the New: Greek dry-farming traditions with pioneering California viticulture practice; hands-on, gentle nurturing of the vines with early adoption of pesticide-free farming methods. In 1982, Lolonis Winery was founded to showcase the family’s prized old vine grapes under the Lolonis imprint. Today, Lolonis wines are the embodiment of Redwood Valley style: ripe, juicy fruit flavors, supple tannins, long on the finish.

Oster Wine Cellars is a small family winery established in 2002 by Ken Oster, Teresa Fetzer Oster and their children. We specialize in estate-grown Cabernet Sauvignon, produced from our certified organic vineyards, located in Mendocino County’s Redwood Valley. Our small production allows us to remain hands-on in every aspect of vineyard management and winemaking practices. We are dedicated to creating wine that expresses the unique characteristics of our Redwood Valley appellation. We invite you to join our wine club where you may enjoy the convenience of receiving a shipment of our wines once a year upon release. Joining the Oster Wine Cellars’ Club is the best way to gain access to our handcrafted, limited production wines. For wine club details, please visit our website at www.osterwine.com.

Continuing the tradition of craftsmanship. We are a family winery nestled at the base of the Redwood Valley foothills in Mendocino County. Silversmith is named after our ancestor, Patrick Cunningham, who worked as a silversmith upon arrival in America in the 1840’s. In 1873, he bought a farm in Mendocino County and became the first of five generations to farm in this part of the world. Silversmith handcrafts fine wines in very limited production. Each and every bottle reflects our commitment to the tradition of craftsmanship and quality begun by The Old Silversmith generations ago.