Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Premium Wines Crafted with Tradition in Alta Loma
At Rancho de Philo, we take pride in crafting exceptional wines rooted in tradition and family heritage. Established in 1974 by Philo Biane, our winery continues a legacy that dates back to 1832, when our family first began cultivating Mission grapes in California. Our flagship product, Triple Cream Sherry, is meticulously produced using the traditional Spanish solera method, resulting in a rich, complex dessert wine that has earned numerous accolades, including Double Gold and Best of Show honors. Over the decades, we have expanded our portfolio to include varietals like Viognier and Petite Sirah, sourced from renowned Lodi vineyards, while maintaining our commitment to quality and craftsmanship.As a family-operated business, we prioritize hands-on care in every bottle, ensuring our wines reflect both our history and evolving innovation. Our annual wine sales event, held each November, has become a cherished tradition for our loyal customers, offering a unique opportunity to experience our limited-release offerings. With generations of expertise and a dedication to preserving time-honored techniques, we invite you to savor the legacy we pour into every glass.
Services
Triple Cream Sherry
Viognier Production
Petite Sirah Winemaking
Annual Wine Sales
Wine Tasting Events
Details
- Year established: 1974
Highlights and features
- We offer over 50 years of family winemaking expertise rooted in tradition.
- Our Triple Cream Sherry uses the traditional Spanish solera method for unmatched complexity.
- Award-winning wines, including Double Gold and Best of Show honors.
- New varietals sourced from celebrated Lodi vineyards expand our offerings.
- Annual limited-release sales event creates a unique, community-driven experience.
Services
Triple Cream Sherry
Our Triple Cream Sherry is a fortified dessert wine crafted from Mission grapes using the traditional Spanish solera method. Aged continuously since 1963, it offers rich flavors of raisins, caramel, and almonds. This award-winning wine reflects decades of family expertise and dedication to preserving heritage techniques.
Viognier Winemaking
Our Viognier is a carefully crafted white wine sourced from celebrated Lodi vineyards. Known for its aromatic complexity and vibrant fruit notes, it represents our commitment to quality and innovation while honoring our family's winemaking legacy.
Petite Sirah Production
Petite Sirah is a bold red wine produced from premium Lodi grapes. This varietal showcases our ability to blend traditional methods with modern tastes, offering deep color, robust tannins, and a full-bodied flavor profile that appeals to discerning palates.
Annual Wine Sales
Each November, we host our annual wine sales event, offering limited releases and exclusive access to our award-winning wines. This week-long tradition allows customers to purchase directly from the winery, either in-person or via shipping to over 20 states.
Wine Tasting Events
While we primarily host tastings during our annual sales event, these experiences provide an opportunity to sample our signature Triple Cream Sherry and new varietals. Our events emphasize personal interaction and education about our unique winemaking processes and family history.
People
Philo Biane
Founder
Philo Biane founded Rancho de Philo in 1974 after retiring as President and CEO of Brookside Vineyard Company. His family's winemaking tradition dates back to 1832, and he established the winery to continue this legacy through handcrafted wines like Triple Cream Sherry.
Janine Biane Tibbetts
Co-Owner
Janine Biane Tibbetts joined her father Philo in 1974 and has been instrumental in crafting Triple Cream Sherry. Alongside her husband Alan, she has upheld the winery's reputation for excellence, blending tradition with innovation across decades of operation.
Alan
Co-Owner
Alan has worked alongside Janine since joining the business, contributing to the production of award-winning wines and maintaining the family's commitment to quality. His expertise ensures the continuity of Rancho de Philo's heritage and standards.
Tony
Operations Manager
Tony, a member of the third generation, plays a key role in the winery's operations. His involvement brings fresh perspectives while honoring the family's time-tested methods and dedication to crafting exceptional wines.
Matthew
Assistant Winemaker
Matthew, representing the fourth generation, actively contributes to the winery's operations. His work ensures the preservation of traditional techniques while embracing modern advancements to enhance quality and sustainability.
Questions
What is Rancho de Philo known for?
Rancho de Philo is renowned for its award-winning Triple Cream Sherry, crafted using the traditional Spanish solera method since 1974. We also produce Viognier and Petite Sirah varietals.
When is the annual wine sale?
Our annual wine sales event runs from November 8 to 16 each year, offering limited releases and exclusive access to our wines for pickup or shipping.
Do you offer wine tastings?
We host tastings during our annual sales event but do not offer regular tastings or private events outside this period.
Can I order wine online?
Yes, our online store is open year-round for reservations, with shipping available to over 20 states during the annual sales window.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards for online purchases. Specific payment options are detailed during checkout on our website.
Are there discounts for bulk purchases?
Yes, we offer a 10% discount for orders of 12 or more bottles, applied automatically with the code CASE10 at checkout.
Reviews (5)
Rich Deiner
Nov 19, 2021
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The best cream sherry I have ever had, family owned and operated I always try to support family owned businesses..
Eric Kueckels
Jan 02, 2021
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This is definitely our favorite locally made Cream Sherry!!this makes a great gift but it seems to have an awfully high evaporation factor around our house :-)
Scott Lawrence Lawson
Aug 21, 2020
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Super friendly family making super local wine using the old world "solera" method of sherry making. They only open for a couple of weeks in fall to sell the current vintage and some older. When you go, it is easier to park on the street if there is a crowd, but they have handicap parking up the driveway.
Joanne Wilborn
Dec 31, 2019
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Great for holiday gift giving - and save a bottle or two for yourself. Even people who say they don't like Sherry love this one. Bring a cart to haul out your purchases!
Mark Pogan
Jun 27, 2019
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I'm not a wine drinker, but I visited recently and the group I was with raved about the sherry that was sampled. This place has an interesting back story and is run by very nice people, Allen and Janine. If you're a wine lover, put this on your list of places to go.
