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2024 Gapstone Vineyard Viognier

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 11:34:40 GMT

2024 Gapstone Vineyard Viognier
Buy Now: $49.00

VINEYARD

Blue Rock's Gapstone Vineyard, Petaluma Gap, Sonoma County

WINEMAKER'S TASTING NOTES

A pale golden hue announces that 2024 is fresh from a cool climate vineyard, immediately confirmed by enticing aromas of nectarine, white peach, kiwi, dried candied Meyer lemon and orange blossom. This wine has Viognier's signature viscosity yet remains delicate and supple due to it's cool climate origins. Once used French oak barrel aging adds texture to the palate while refraining from masking or stealing the spotlight from the expressive vibrant fruit.

FOOD AFFINITIES

This vintage in particular begs for rich cream sauces over poultry, or even a mildly spicy Thai curry. And then there are all the seafood possibilities: Mahi-Mahi, swordfish, crab, lobster, shrimp, and oysters to offer a textural harmony that will absolutely delight. The key is to pair it with something luxurious while not being so heavy as to steal the show.

AGEABILITY

Ready to celebrate now, the 2024 Viognier should continue to develop nicely for another 3-5 years.

TECHNICAL DATA

100% Viognier

100% Barrel Fermented

Once Used French Oak

16 Months in Barrel

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2025 Baby Blue Rose of Pinot Noir

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 09:48:39 GMT

2025 Baby Blue Rose of Pinot Noir
Buy Now: $36.00

VINEYARD AND VINTAGE

Our 2025 Baby Blue Rosé of Pinot Noir, crafted by Wells Guthrie, is 100% sourced from our Gapstone vineyard in the Petaluma Gap. A long, cool, and spectacular season allowed for consistent, slow ripening. The mild conditions required a shade more hang time to reach optimal ripeness, giving the grapes enough space to develop exceptional flavors while maintaining bright acidity.

WINEMAKER'STASTING NOTES

Aromas of Vibrant cherry blossoms and white flowers are accompanied by citrus peel and red berry. The palate shows fresh strawberry, ruby red grapefruit, stone fruit and crushed rock. The finish is fresh, pure, focused acidity and has a sweet-tart liveliness. Elegant and enjoyable chilled on its own, yet supple and complex enough to pair well with an array of dishes. Truly a rosé for all seasons.

FOOD AFFINITIES

Rosé is a tremendously versatile wine when it comes to pairing with foods. Its light and bright qualities make it a natural to accompany anything with a bit of spice such as Chinese, Thai, Indian or Mexican fare. Our rosé in particular is also a great match for fish, scallops, oysters, mussels, shrimp, anything that might be pulled from the Mediterranean! You will also find it right at home with your favorite selection of cheese, crackers and olives.

AGEABILITY

Our rosé is crafted for early enjoyment. That said, underproper cellar conditions, it should develop nicely foranother 1-2 years.

TECHNICAL DATA

Blend: 100% Pinot Noir

Alcohol: 13.7%

Cases Produced: 150 cases

Bottled: February 2026

Released: May 2026

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Duo Set - Olive Oil & Balsamic Vinegar

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 11:57:56 GMT

Duo Set - Olive Oil & Balsamic Vinegar
Buy Now: $67.00

Duo Set Includes:

1 - Blue Rock Estate Olive Oil

1 - Aged Balsamic Vinegar

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2024 Blue Rock Olive Oil

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 17:32:56 GMT

2024 Blue Rock Olive Oil
Buy Now: $36.00

The clay terrain and temperate climate of northernTuscany favor the cultivation of olive trees that produce some of thebest oils in the world. That is why Blue Rock sourced cuttings directlyfrom Fattoria Bernadrdini, one of the world's greatest producers inLucca, Italy: to bring you oils unlike any other produced in California.

Our Blue Rock olive oil is produced from a field blend of 4 Tuscan varieties; Leccino, Frantoio, Muarino and Pendolino.

The olives are harvested by hand in the fall. They are pressed the day they are picked with a traditional Italian mill to emphasize the richnessinherent in the fruit. We bottle in small batches throughout the year,with the unbottled oil stored under argon gas to keep it fresh. Unlikewine, olive oil is best the minute is it pressed. Our oil is rich andcreamy with a garden-fresh aroma and a blast of pepper in the finish. Asediment is both welcomed and expected as it is bottled unfiltered inorder to retain its pundgent personality.

Use as a substitute for butter with bread. It is also a great condiment for fish, poultry, and vegetables.

Blue Rock Olive Oil from Kenneth Kahn on Vimeo.

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2024 Best Barrels Pinot Noir

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 14:44:39 GMT

2024 Best Barrels Pinot Noir
Buy Now: $80.00

Review(s)

- 92 Points: Wine Enthusiast (November 2024 issue)

Winemaker's Tasting Notes

A four barrel selection (75% Swan Clone & 25% Calera Clone) of Pinot Noir rose to the top of our favorite barrels in terms of purity, weight and elegance.

Low yields, small berries, red fruit and velvety texture are the highlights of the Swan Clone while the Calera Clone is known for its age worthy tannins and dark fruit profile.

Our 2022 Best Barrels Pinot Noir has wonderful floral notes of violet and hibiscus as well as perfumed raspberry and cherry. The Palate is expansive with entry flavors of black cherry, plum and pomegranate. Elements of earth and oak sweetness envelope the lengthy, focused finish. Mineral, gravel, balsam, graham and dark chocolate balance the juicy red and black fruit core. A supple, yet tightly wound Pinot Noir that will mature with grace for a decade. Two medium toasted Gathier Freres barrels provide the new French oak which perfectly complements our Pinot Noir. Located in nearly the exact "Centre" of France, in the small village of Menetou-Salon, Tonnellerie Gauthier Freres has been hand splitting oak for barrel staves for several generations and crafting their own wine barrels since 2001.

Food Affinities

Our preferred pairings would include seared salmon, roasted guineafowl, hoisin crispy duck, grilled lamb with herbs and fennel, anything with wild mushrooms, plus dishes accented with cherrires, figs or dried cranberries. Coq au vin made with Pinot Noir would also be a fantastic comb.

Ageability

2022 is an inviting vintage right out of the gate. If you are in a hurry, be sure to give it a couple weeks after it arrives at your door, then enjoy any time you like! Prime drinking should be from now through 2028.

Technical Data

100% Pinot Noir (75% Swan Clone & 25% Calera Clone)

13.7% Alc.

10 months in French oak, 50% new oak

Cases Produced: 88

Bottled: January 2024

Released: May 2024

Blue Rock Best Barrels from Kenneth Kahn on Vimeo.

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2024 Gapstone Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 13:12:21 GMT

2024 Gapstone Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc
Buy Now: $45.00

From Blue Rock’s Gapstone Vineyard in the heart of the Petaluma Gap, this wine is an expression of dedication, precision and hard-earned experience.

Vibrant aromatics of passion fruit, lychee, ruby red grapefruit, and lime zest unfold with energy and clarity. The region’s cool, foggy and windy climate lends a bright, driving acidity, creating a wine that is both graceful and lithe, yet layered with depth, texture and a persistent, refined richness.

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2022 Baby Blue

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 13:37:25 GMT

2022 Baby Blue
Buy Now: $34.00

Winemaker’s Tasting Notes

Situated at the gorgeous, natural transition of rugged, steep, oak studded hillside to the fertile, lower slopes of Western Alexander Valley, the quarter century old Blue Rock Vineyard yields mature, balanced Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Merlot, Petite Verdot, and Syrah. All six of these varieties are featured in our Baby Blue Cabernet Blend. The vintage of 2022 was memorable for its brevity. All grapes were harvested before the end of September. Terms like "Heat Dome" and "Rolling Blackouts" reemerged in our vernacular. This Cabernet Sauvignon based blend truly embodied an early and intense harvest. Vibrant red and black fruit aromas, lively acidity, structured and mouth coating tannins and a jammy, luscious viscosity. The blend was assembled one month prior to bottling to let all the unique components meld and harmonize.

The aromatic profile is rich with bing cherry, raspberry, cinnamon and dried sage. The palate has excellent weight supporting flavors of dried cranberry, Cherries Jubilee, and vanilla cream.

Food Affinities
Grilled beef, lamb or porkare easy suggestions, but duck or chicken will do just as well. Hardcheeses, nuts and dried fruits will also go nicely if you are justsnacking and sipping.

Ageability
Baby Blue Cabernet Blend's energy and texture is captivating when young, yet will gain elegance and refinement with up to 10 years of ageing.

Technical Data
76% Cabernet Sauvignon
13% Merlot
04% Petit Verdot
04% Syrah

02% Malbec

01% Cabernet Franc

14.4% Alc.
Cases Produced: 10,184
Bottled: March 2024

Released: April 2025

Baby Blue from Kenneth Kahn on Vimeo.

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2022 Best Barrels Petit Verdot

Thu, 1 Aug 2024 13:46:48 GMT

2022 Best Barrels Petit Verdot
Buy Now: $70.00

Vineyard

100% Blue Rock Estate Vineyard

Winemaker's Tasting Notes

Petit Verdot is renowned in France for its dark color, powerful tannins and delicate floral aromas, making it a wonderful blending component in the prized blends of Bordeaux. Here in Alexander Valley, we get all of those attributes with a California twist, allowing us to bottle the very best barrels as an exceptional stand-alone wine. While impressively dark in color, it's more of a deep purple than inky black. Rich scents of plum, vanilla, violets, molasses and black licorice foretell the concentrated, compelling wine that follows. Flavors of dark plum, black cherries and a wonderful sage and dried herb mix round out the palate, all cradled in surprisingly supple tannins, great structure and depth. An altogether fascinating and seductive wine when you are looking for an alternative to Cabernet.

Food Affinities

Petit Verdot simply begs for foods with both weight and a bit of fat. Red meats, heavy cheeses, Barbecue, wild game, and rich stews all come to mind. Winter comfort food and Petit Verdot is the perfect combo!

Ageability

By late 2026, this Petit Verdot should be ready to venture out and join you at your table. If you like to set wines aside and watch them evolve, this is an outstanding candidate and should be all the more impressive with another 5-15 years in the cellar.

Technical Data

100% Petit Verdot

77% New French Oak

23 Months in Barrel

14.5% Alc.

Cases Produced: 180

Bottled: July 2024

Released: September 2026

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2022 Best Barrels Merlot

Thu, 1 Aug 2024 13:43:47 GMT

2022 Best Barrels Merlot
Buy Now: $75.00

Vineyard

Our 2022 Best Barrels Merlot is 100% Merlot, 5% the best blocks at our Blue Rock Estate Vineyard in Alexander Valley.

Winemaker's Tasting Notes

A pristine and deep ruby color, this Merlot is serious and noble, demanding a seat at the table alongside the more famous Cabernet. 2022 produced wines of wonderful complexity and charm and this Merlot is no exception.

Brooding aromas of graphite, cassis, boysenberry and plum, fennel, cocoa, vanilla, cedar and tobacco leaf all work together to grab your attention. As the wine opens it reveals all its layers. Loaded with ripe, structured bright berry and cherry flavors, the impressive fruit is enhanced by suggestions of black licorice, coffee bean, mocha and black tea, leading to firm yet rounded tannins that will support a long and glorious evolution in the cellar for years to come. While delicious and enjoyable now if decanted for a few hours, we suggest giving this full-bodied Merlot until Thanksgiving to begin working through your prized stash.

Food Affinities

A wine or depth and structure, this Merlot is best paired with beef or rack of lamb, cassoulet, and game meats like venison and bison. Duck and Wild mushrooms, short ribs and chimichurri sauce, roast veal, or fillet mignon with peppercorn and red wine sauce would all be ideal companions as well.

Ageability

All the 2022 wines will age wonderfully for years to come. Unlike many earlier drinking Merlot, this beauty begs for another 2 years in your cellar before its official debut at the holiday table. Prime drinking from now through 2030. Graceful evolution through 2038 or longer.

Technical Data

100% Merlot

25% new French oak, 22 months in oak

14.9% Alc.

Cases Produced: 240

Bottled: July 2024

Released: September 2026

Blue Rock Best Barrels from Kenneth Kahn on Vimeo.

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2022 Best Barrels Cabernet Franc

Thu, 1 Aug 2024 13:38:29 GMT

2022 Best Barrels Cabernet Franc
Buy Now: $72.00

Winemaker's Tasting Notes

Cabernet Franc is the genetic parent of Cabernet Sauvignon, so it's no surprise that it shows characteristics of it. That said, it's also unmistakably itself, telling a tale only it can tell. Deep ruby in color, the aromas of dark cherry, bramble, pencil shavings and crushed gravel proudly announce that Cabernet Franc is in your glass. On the palate, red fruit flavors broaden to include bright currant, fresh strawberry and more cherry, seductively enhanced by signature dried herbs, cracked pepper and a rustic savory blend, all belied by a smooth body and beautifully integrated tannins. A stellar example of the grape and a standout in any lineup. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do!

Food Affinities

Cabernet Franc's savory side invites gamey meats such as lamb, rabbit, duck and venison. Good acidity also makes it an appealing choice to pair with something like a baked tomato and goat cheese tarte. Incorporate fresh herbs and spices in your dishes and you can't go wrong. Olives, peppers, mushrooms, meatballs, beef stew, feta, lentils, even quiche.

Ageability

Decant for a couple of hours to enjoy now or cellar this beauty for up to 20 years. Prime drinking will likely begin in late 2026.

Technical Data

25% New French Oak

22 Months in Barrel

14.4% Alc

Blue Rock Best Barrels from Kenneth Kahn on Vimeo.

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