Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Russian River Valley Estate Wines
Founded in 1970 by Cecil De Loach and Christine De Loach, Hook & Ladder Winery represents a legacy of stewardship in Russian River Valley's Olivet Road district. Our family-owned estate vineyards produce limited-production wines that reflect the appellation's unique terroir. With generations of experience cultivating this land since 1905, we combine historical knowledge with modern winemaking techniques to craft distinctive white, red, and sparkling wines.Our commitment to quality extends to sustainable vineyard practices and direct engagement with wine enthusiasts through our tasting room and wine club. Visitors experience this heritage through curated tastings and exclusive access to new releases, embodying our dedication to preserving viticultural traditions while innovating for contemporary palates.
Services
White Wines
Red Wines
Sparkling Wines
Canned Wines
Wine Club
Private Events
Vineyard Tours
Details
- Year established: 1970
Highlights and features
- Family stewardship of Olivet Road vineyards since 1970
- Estate-grown wines showcasing Russian River Valley terroir
- Limited-production portfolio emphasizing quality over quantity
- Direct connection to winemaking heritage through onsite experiences
- Sustainable viticulture combining tradition with modern techniques
Services
Estate Wines
Our estate wines originate from meticulously maintained vineyards in Russian River Valley's Olivet Road district. Each bottle reflects generations of viticultural knowledge combined with modern winemaking techniques. Limited annual production ensures exceptional quality and distinct expression of terroir.
Wine Club
The wine club offers exclusive access to limited-release bottlings and special events. Members receive curated selections, early access to new vintages, and invitations to private tastings. This direct connection preserves our family's tradition of personal engagement with wine enthusiasts.
Sparkling Wines
Our sparkling wine program focuses on traditional method production from estate-grown grapes. The portfolio includes both classic Champagne varietals and innovative California interpretations. Each bottle undergoes extended aging to develop complex flavor profiles characteristic of Russian River Valley fruit.
Canned Wines
The Four Rows canned wine line delivers approachable expressions of our core varietals. These single-serving formats maintain quality through nitrogen sparging and vacuum sealing. Designed for outdoor enjoyment, they feature vibrant fruit profiles while preserving the essence of our estate-grown wines.
Private Events
The winery hosts private events in historic vineyard settings. Custom experiences include guided tastings, barrel room tours, and chef-paired dinners. Our event team coordinates occasions ranging from intimate gatherings to corporate retreats, all emphasizing our agricultural heritage and winemaking expertise.
Questions
What tasting experiences are available?
We offer curated tastings of our current releases Wednesday through Monday, 11am-5pm. Reservations recommended for groups of 6+.
Can I purchase wines online?
Yes, our online shop features current vintages available for direct shipment. Wine club members receive exclusive allocations and early access.
Are vineyard tours offered?
Guided vineyard tours explaining our sustainable practices and historic Olivet Road site are available by appointment during regular business hours.
How should I store Hook & Ladder Winery wines?
For optimal aging, store wines at 55-60°F with 70% humidity. Most current releases are ready for immediate enjoyment but will develop additional complexity over 3-7 years.
Do you host private events?
Yes, our estate accommodates private events from 10-100 guests. Options include seated tastings, barrel room experiences, and vineyard dinners with customized menus.
Reviews (6)
Ann F.
Jan 17, 2022
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Visited during Winter Wineland 2022. Our 6th year doing wine road winter wineland and just did the Sunday one day option and due to Covid had to make reservations for set times at 4 wineries: Foppiano, Orsi family, Landmark Hop Kiln, Hook and Ladder. This was our favorite of the 4 and hostess Bobbi made it for us. She was very enthusiastic and generous with her wine pouring. The setting is beautiful and we would love to return with a picnic. We bought a bottle of Chardonnay and Sangiovese. Highly recommend!
Erica S.
Aug 29, 2021
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Amazing winery: great location, venue, and wines. There are many different bubbles, whites, and reads so it's easy to find something for everyone. Also, part of their wine club proceeds go to charities (we opted for the 1st responders club), so not only do you get wine, but you're giving back! We always go at least twice when we are in town.
Samantha Pruett
Jul 15, 2021
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The best wine I tasted all day!!?
Mandel family thank you for a beautiful experience!!! The staff is totally on point!!!
Got to go back!!!
Mandel family thank you for a beautiful experience!!! The staff is totally on point!!!
Got to go back!!!
Isobel Carr
Jul 05, 2021
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Absolutely one of my favorite wineries. Fantastic Cabs and a wonderful staff. And that vintage Jeep fire engine is too adorable.
Anagha Joshi
Jul 05, 2021
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It was such a great time wine tasting at this location. The staff is awesome, the place is very scenic and the wines are great too! I highly recommend this spot if you are in the Sonoma area!!!
Valerie R.
Jun 26, 2021
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Another amazing experience at Hook and Ladder! So fun to be post Covid, seeing all the people and families enjoying this extraordinary outdoor setting amidst the vineyards! So gorgeous. Randy, our very fun and exceptional wine pourer, provided one of the best Sonoma experiences we have had. That's saying a lot since we have had MANY great experiences in Sonoma's amazing wine country. Watching Devin, Maureen, Lisa and the entire team serve with smiles on their unmasked faces was sheer joy! The wines were (and always are!) exquisite! We love this place!
