Fax : 209 334-5726

Email: info@vrwinery.com

As a Family we will explore new opportunities,
Nurture those that can make a difference,
And pass along knowledge gained from one generation to the next.”-John Van Ruiten Sr.

It was the dream of a young Dutch immigrant to grow quality grapes and produce truly outstanding wines. After his arrival in the United States shortly after World War II, John Van Ruiten settled in the rich farmlands of the Lodi area. His desire to have his own land was quickly realized when in the early 1950’s, and with his personal ‘sweat equity’, John bought his first old vine Zinfandel vineyard and began growing wine grapes in the Lodi Appellation.

Five decades later, our family farms over 800 acres of wine grapes, with only our very best fruit destined to carry out the family name. After more than fifty years, our ambition became a reality as the Van Ruiten Family Winery was built just prior to the 2000 harvest. Three generations of family now work together to tend to the vineyards and manage our winery. We as a family believe that hard work and an uncompromising commitment to top quality are the cornerstones of our business.
-The Van Ruiten Family

In 2003 Ryan moved to California to join the Van Ruiten Family Winery. Van Ruiten has over five decades of producing top quality wine grapes. Now coupled with their state of the art facility and Ryan’s passion for excellence, the Van Ruiten Family is positioned to be a leader for super premium wines from Lodi, California. Ryan has crafted numerous gold medal wines for Van Ruiten including his 2002 Old Vine Zinfandel that was rated 98 points. Ryan’s most recent accomplishment was the 2006 Old Vine Zinfandel which was voted “Best in California” at the Lodi International Wine Competition in 2008. He assures us that more are to follow these award-winning Zinfandels.

In Ryan’s words, “The Van Ruiten Family possesses all the elements to make us one of California’s most recognized producers – top quality estate vineyards, a state of the art winery, and an experienced team to help us realize this goal.”

2007 Carignane

2007 Petite Sirah

2007 Pinot Noir

2008 Old Vine Zinfandel

2007 Old Vine Zinfandel

2006 Van Ruiten Vineyards Cab-Shiraz Blend

2007 Chardonnay

2007 Pinot Grigio

Fax : 707 965-9888

Email: hilary@lawerfamilywines.com

2006 Hooker Old Boys Cabernet Sauvignon

2006 Three Coins Cabernet Sauvignon

2006 Duck Shack Cabernet Sauvignon

2005 Three Coins Syrah

2005 Hooker Home Pitch Syrah

2006 Three Coins Syrah

2006 Hooker Home Pitch Syrah

2007 Duck Shack Chardonnay

2007 Hooker Breakaway Chardonnay

2007 Three Coins Chardonnay

2008 Three Coins Viognier

Fax : 408 867-7871

Email: dgrpgrwr@aol.com

A small family owned winery, we specialize in small lot, hand crafted wines that come from grapes that are hand farmed. We are open by appointments. Please try and stop by when you are in town!

2005 Estate Merlot

2006 Chardonnay

Fax : 209 334-5726

Email: info@vrwinery.com

As a Family we will explore new opportunities,<br>Nurture those that can make a difference,<br>And pass along knowledge gained from one generation to the next.”-John Van Ruiten Sr.<br><br>It was the dream of a young Dutch immigrant to grow quality grapes and produce truly outstanding wines. After his arrival in the United States shortly after World War II, John Van Ruiten settled in the rich farmlands of the Lodi area. His desire to have his own land was quickly realized when in the early 1950’s, and with his personal ‘sweat equity’, John bought his first old vine Zinfandel vineyard and began growing wine grapes in the Lodi Appellation.<br> <br>Five decades later, our family farms over 800 acres of wine grapes, with only our very best fruit destined to carry out the family name. After more than fifty years, our ambition became a reality as the Van Ruiten Family Winery was built just prior to the 2000 harvest. Three generations of family now work together to tend to the vineyards and manage our winery. We as a family believe that hard work and an uncompromising commitment to top quality are the cornerstones of our business.<br>-The Van Ruiten Family<br>

In 2003 Ryan moved to California to join the Van Ruiten Family Winery. Van Ruiten has over five decades of producing top quality wine grapes. Now coupled with their state of the art facility and Ryan’s passion for excellence, the Van Ruiten Family is positioned to be a leader for super premium wines from Lodi, California. Ryan has crafted numerous gold medal wines for Van Ruiten including his 2002 Old Vine Zinfandel that was rated 98 points. Ryan’s most recent accomplishment was the 2006 Old Vine Zinfandel which was voted “Best in California” at the Lodi International Wine Competition in 2008. He assures us that more are to follow these award-winning Zinfandels.<br><br> In Ryan’s words, “The Van Ruiten Family possesses all the elements to make us one of California’s most recognized producers – top quality estate vineyards, a state of the art winery, and an experienced team to help us realize this goal.”<br>

2007 Carignane

2007 Petite Sirah

2007 Pinot Noir

2008 Old Vine Zinfandel

2007 Old Vine Zinfandel

2006 Van Ruiten Vineyards Cab-Shiraz Blend

2007 Chardonnay

2007 Pinot Grigio