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Swanson Vineyards & Winery

Swanson Vineyards & Winery

Swanson Vineyards & Winery

Swanson Vineyards & Winery
1271 Manley Lane
Rutherford, California
USA 94573
Phone: 707.754.4018
http://www.swansonvineyards.com

Contact: Katie Sieu
Email: [email protected]

Vineyards: 100 acres Oakville appellation

Hours of Operation: SWANSON SALON, Formal tastings are $60 pp; 11:00am, 1:30pm, or 4pm: Approximately 1 hour duration. , , SIP SHOPPE, Informal tastings range from $15-$25. Open Thursday – Sunday 11:00am – 4:00pm. Best to call ahead as seating is limited or ring the gate for an instant reservation.


The Swanson products and philosophy celebrate decadence with a wink -- the sublime mixing of the high with the low. We glorify day-to-day living by introducing luxury products that were once considered stuffy and intimidating in a delightful and accessible manner. We encourage you to plop ice cubes in your glass of rosato during the summertime; savor the naughty combination of chocolate bonbons with estate grown Cabernet Sauvignon; or serve American caviar and potato chips with Pinot Grigio -- just because you want to.

In 2003, Swanson Vineyards was fortunate to obtain the talent of Chris Phelps as its new winemaker. Chris has had an illustrious career in the wine industry, first as winemaker at Dominus for twelve years and at Caymus Vineyards for six years. His wines are more refined and sophisticated than ever, yet they remain delightfully accessible and approachable — the perfect embodiment of our trademark decadence with a wink.

In retrospect, the decision to produce Merlot in 1985, in Oakville (Cabernet Sauvignon country!), was the first pivotal move that enabled us to establish a distinct identity as an innovator. It was this distinction that allowed us to continue on an unconventional path, producing lesser-known varietals such as petite sirah, sangiovese, and a rosato of syrah. Today, with 100 vineyard acres in the Oakville appellation, Swanson is committed to outstanding and sustainable vineyard practices that nurture merlot, cabernet sauvignon, pinot grigio and other small lots of distinctive varietals.

Winemaker

Winemaker: Chris Phelps

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Swanson Vineyards & Winery Oakville Merlot 2006
Swanson Vineyards & Winery Oakville Merlot 2006

Napa Valley, California, United States

Alcohol: 14.8%  Sweetness: Extra Dry  375 ml

 

LCBO: 262444  Check Stock

$21.95

Swanson Vineyards & Winery 06 Cab Sauv Alexis Oakville (Swanson) 2006
Swanson Vineyards & Winery 06 Cab Sauv Alexis Oakville (Swanson) 2006

California, United States

Alcohol: 14.8%  Sweetness: Extra Dry  750 ml

 

LCBO: 674655  Check Stock

$87.95

Swanson Vineyards & Winery 06 Merlot Oakville Napa Vly (Swanson Vineyards) 2006
Swanson Vineyards & Winery 06 Merlot Oakville Napa Vly (Swanson Vineyards) 2006

California, United States

Alcohol: 14.8%  Sweetness: Extra Dry  375 ml

 

LCBO: 262444  Check Stock

$17.90

Swanson Vineyards & Winery 04 Merlot Napa Valley (Swanson Vineyards) 2002
Swanson Vineyards & Winery 04 Merlot Napa Valley (Swanson Vineyards) 2002

California, United States

Alcohol: 14.8%  Sweetness: Extra Dry  750 ml

 

LCBO: 674846  Check Stock

$47.95

Swanson Vineyards & Winery 07 Merlot Oakville Napa (Swanson Vineyards) 2010
Swanson Vineyards & Winery 07 Merlot Oakville Napa (Swanson Vineyards) 2010

California, United States

Alcohol: 14.8%  Sweetness: Extra Dry  750 ml

 

LCBO: 280230  Check Stock

$55.00

Swanson Vineyards & Winery 10 Cabernet Sauvignon Instant Napa (Swanson Viney 2010
Swanson Vineyards & Winery 10 Cabernet Sauvignon Instant Napa (Swanson Viney 2010

California, United States

Alcohol: 14.8%  Sweetness: Extra Dry  750 ml

 

LCBO: 360925  Check Stock

$49.00

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