We are a family-run operation of both wine grape farming and wine production, located at the northern end of the Alexander Valley in Sonoma County. Owned and operated by Jim and Eliza Rickards, the Vineyards have been planted over the past four decades, augmenting the original 1908 Zinfandel vines.
Our Darn Fine Brown Barn, built back in 1997 by our good friend Ron Marley, has since evolved from housing tractors to become our rustic tasting room overlooking the valley. Come on up for a visit and a walk through the Old Vine Zinfandel block or our innovative Wine Cave.
Our Darn Fine Brown Barn, built back in 1997 by our good friend Ron Marley, has since evolved from housing tractors to become our rustic tasting room overlooking the valley. Come on up for a visit and a walk through the Old Vine Zinfandel block or our innovative Wine Cave.
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We are a family-run operation of both wine grape farming and wine production, located at the northern end of the Alexander Valley in Sonoma County. Owned and operated by Jim and Eliza Rickards, the Vineyards have been planted over the past 30 years, augmenting the original 1908 Zinfandel vines. The Winery started in 2005, born out of the encouragement of friends who have enjoyed the small lots of hand-crafted wine we have been making since 1991.
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He's pictured front right, looking a bit concerned. Perhaps he was figuring out how the save the poor fool who climbed a barrel stack to take the shot. He was the best bottle polisher ever, and we will miss him terribly. Here's to you, Mike! When Eliza and I started making wine in 1991, the first vintage was in celebration of our marriage.
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In this video, Jim explains our relationship with the Barn Owls "hoo" occupy the eight boxes he has put up throughout the vineyards. When we decided it was time to expand our operations, a neighbor suggested that we look inward, not in introspection, but physically into the hillside. Jim decided to use an old technology in a new way.
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A special preview for our wine club members! Join us between 4 and 6 PM to sample the award winning wines and try our delicious Mushroom & Leek Quiche (GF, with cauliflower crust). We're limiting this to only 50 guests, so give Maggie a call at 707-758-3441 or email her to make your reservations. Club members may bring two additional guests.
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The greatest gratification for all of us at J. Rickards Winery is sharing our wines with friends. When you become a club member, you also become part of our extended family with all of the privileges that membership offers. Wine club shipments are processed four times a year - February, May, September and December.
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