 Dry Creek Vineyard
Founded in 1972, Dry Creek Vineyard is located in the heart of Sonoma County, just outside of the charming wine country town of Healdsburg. As the region’s first new winery in the Dry Creek Valley following Prohibition, founder David Stare paved the way for a viticultural reawakening in this vibrant winegrowing region. Among other industry firsts, Stare is recognized as being the first vintner to plant Sauvignon Blanc in the Dry Creek Valley. He was also responsible for the region’s AVA status in 1983 and was the first vintner to use the term Meritage on his wine labels with the 1985 vintage. For 40 years, Dry Creek Vineyard has remained a successful family owned winery, with the second generation – Dave’s daughter Kim Stare Wallace and son-in-law Don, now running the family business.
Today, the winery is known for producing some of California’s finest Fumé Blancs and Zinfandels. In addition to these “flagships,” Dry Creek Vineyard is also known for excellent Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot. In 1997, the family released a new vineyard designated Cabernet Sauvignon called, “Endeavour” from their estate vineyard in the Dry Creek Valley. Then, beginning with the 2004 vintage, the family introduced a new proprietary blend called “The Mariner." Each wine has further redefined the concept of terroir as the winery continues to shape their portfolio for future success. Dry Creek Vineyard owns approximately 180 acres of vineyard land, primarily in Dry Creek Valley and the Russian River Valley.
Key People
Kim Wallace, President
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3770 Lambert Bridge Rd.
Healdsburg, CA 95448
Phone: 707-433-1000
Fax: 707-433-5329
dcv@drycreekvineyard.com
www.drycreekvineyard.com
ZAP Member Since: 1994
Winery Founded: 1972
Winery Location Region: Northern Sonoma
Cases Produced: 100,000
Winery Open for Tasting: Yes
Retail Sales at Winery: Yes
Offers Online Sales: Yes
* Check our winery's website for details
Has a Wine Club: Yes
* Dry Creek Vineyard's Vintner's Select Club is one of the oldest wine clubs in the industry, and celebrated its 20th Anniversary in 2007. There are two branches of the club, the original Vintner's Select Club, and the new ClubRed. Members can also choose to belong to the VIP Club. We have some of the best events in the country, including exclusive winemaker dinners in our cellar. As a family owned winery, we pride ourselves on providing the very best in customer service and special offerings to our extended family, the wine club. We really roll out the proverbial red carpet for our members!
Offers Winery Tours: By Appt. Only
Offers Vineyard Tours: By Appt. Only
Food Available at Winery: No
Has a Picnic Area: Yes
* Perhaps one of the best known picnic grounds in the Dry Creek Valley, we offer a stunning setting for you to enjoy a wonderful family style picnic.
Offers a Meet the Winemaker Tour: No
Offers a Barrel Tasting: By Appt. Only
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