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    Sullivan Rutherford Estate

    4.6 (94 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

    By appointment only

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    Frances C.

    Sullivan was the first stop of our winery retreat. First impression, love the art works and their personal touch to the wine labels as family members created the label that represents a significant story. Great family touch and contribution to its business. The wine tasting experience was enjoyable and pleasant, we enjoy the Cab. Each of the tastes were served slowly as stories were told about the creation of their taste. Sean managed two parties at a time with his personal touch, we did not felt we were left out.

    Greg B.

    At only 4,000 cases a year, this boutique winery hardly attracts the attention that its larger neighbors do, but thank goodness - what's left is a serene experience to enjoy some of the best wine in the area. Try the Coeur de Vigne or their Estate Cabernet Sauignon - spectacular. Join their wine club to attend intimate, private events, and the owners open up their library wines and their home to their guests. What a fabulous winery!

    Some grapes on the vine!
    Taylor D.

    My cousins are members here and they recently brought us along for a tasting. Although the wine was excellent, I'm no expert so I won't pretend to be. The tasting included a pretty strong pour of the 5 wines on the tasting menu, which consisted of 2 whites, 3 reds. 1) Sauvignon blanc 2) Chardonnay 3) red blend 4) Cabernet Sauvignon 5) second red blend The service was quite wonderful! We were seated by one of the owners, and the other owner came to our table and some to us about the history of the property, as her family has owned the land for many years. The property itself was absolutely beautiful. Lush, green grass, budding flowers, birds and butterflies fluttering about, cool breeze through the trees.... It was a lovely experience. They apparently host several events throughout the summer with food, music, games, and plenty of wine. We would love to come out for one of these events next summer! We will most definitely be back!

    Apollo!!
    Lynn C.

    Sullivan Vineyards was the first stop of the three recommendations we had that day (at least for wineries). We parked and then started to run--wait where are we running to? An employee was walking by and saw us (probably took pity on us since we were drenched) and led us to the warm and inviting tasting room. Morgan (I sure hope that's his name 'cause otherwise it'd be quite embarrassing) asked if we had an appointment....but we didn't. He shrugged it off and led us closer to the warmth and got us ready for our tasting. By then, my tummy had started doing jumping jacks so I asked to just share my flight with the Boy. I kind of wish I didn't. The chardonnay was ridiculously good. Boy doesn't usually like whites but he took an immediate liking to this one. I also liked the Red Ink (we purchased both). The other wines were delicious as well but nothing stood out like those two. I am blanking on the flight fee since we bought bottles but for THAT kind of wine; totally worth it. As the Boy was forking over the dough for the wine....APOLLO came out. This dog was cute and could sell me wine anyday. He greeted me the only way dogs do--by sniffing your butt. He was wet and soggy from the rain but oh so friendly. He looked like he was going to follow us to the next winery but Morgan just explained that he has the run of the place and goes wherever he pleases. Say hello to Apollo if you ever happen here (and you should) and drink the chardonnay! Morgan is awesome too!

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    Sullivan Vineyards is a welcome change from the hustle and bustle of the more corporate and tourist wineries.

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    I've been a member of BV for more than 10 years... I've never written a review, although I've been…read moretasting over the years and I love their wine as well as my BV collection! I called and asked in advance for a member tasting without the history story I had heard it one too many times!! The wine Club manager set us up in a nice room for our party of five at 3:30 PM. Chris was our host. He did a great job of telling new details of the historical story of BV... although I wanted to discuss the wine more than hear the history. Chris was informative, passionate, and knowledgeable. I would ask for him as a host again! However, he a attend your wine Club member. I really don't want to hear the story one more time! This is a beautiful winery and their new tasting room will open soon... I'm very excited to see how it is. I suggest if you make an appointment for tasting here that you make it earlier than 3:30 since the wine Club manager pretty much came in and told us it was time to go because they were closing at 5. We did not have any additional tastings other than what was on the menu and we did not try to take up any extra time, but we were picking up our wine shipment, which was being put together and not altered ... again, not taking up any more than the scheduled . After having been a member of multiple wineries in Napa, this was the first time I've ever experienced someone rushing us out... which did not leave a good taste in our mouth figuratively, not literally,because the wine was awesome as usual!!

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