The Best Barrel: The Story of Barrel 32

Barrel 32 began with a single knock-your-socks-off barrel in 2008, and it has since inspired our barrel select program. Each year, the winemaking team goes through the wine caves, sampling each and every lot. By the time the wine has aged for 18 months, they will have tasted through over 300 barrels, multiple times.  Continue »

How it all began

Moving to wine country and purchasing a vineyard was a leap of faith and expression of love. From the beginning, Bella has been out big adventure! Read on to learn about our three original wines and their vineyards.  Continue »

Diving into 2022 ...

We have so much to share with you in 2022! From tasting library wines in the candlelit caves or under one of the ancient olive trees to vineyard hikes and even sailing, read on to hear about all the fun things we have planned for you!  Continue »

The Story of The Sailor + The Cow

With the release of our brand-new wine The Sailor + the Cow zinfandel, we want to share the incredible history behind the making of this tribute to Dry Creek Valley. Combining fruit from the land once owned by Captain Mervin and Maja Staehr with grapes farmed by the Rafanelli family, we celebrate the lives that came before us.  Continue »

Meet the Musician: Sebastian Saint James

If you're looking for an uplifting story in the midst of a global pandemic, look no further. Bella is a special place for many, but perhaps none more than for Sebastian Saint James. Amidst the highs and lows of the past 18 months, Sebastian has been a regular at Bella, sharing good vibes and good tunes, making us all feel a little more hopeful. We needed Sebastian just as much as he needed us, and we are so grateful to share his special story.  Continue »

Rocks Edge Zinfandel: A Winemaker's Dream

Winemaker Ryan Schmaltz set out to create an age-worthy zinfandel from the Rockpile AVA.  Continue »

Plan the Perfect Day at Bella Winery

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Nicolas Cornejo, Clendenen Vineyard Management

For many years, we have been farming Bella’s vineyards, including Lily Hill and Big River Ranch—two special, old-vine vineyards that I love very much.  Continue »