At Flanagan Wines, we produce exceptional wines from Sonoma County’s top vineyard sites. Our flagship wines—Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Syrah, and Cabernet Sauvignon—are crafted from vineyards like Ritchie, Bacigalupi, Gap’s View, and our Dry Creek Valley Estate. We also offer limited-production wines that showcase special vineyard lots and unique varietals.
How TO Purchase Our Wines
Our limited-production wines are first offered to wine club members, then made available for purchase through our online store or by visiting our Dry Creek Valley estate.
Chardonnay
Russian River Valley Chardonnay
A typical day in Russian River begins with cool morning fog, followed by warm sun and buzzing bees. By late afternoon, ocean air sweeps in from the west, cooling the vines. Clay and volcanic soils, shaped by the Russian River and carved into rolling hills, provide the bass line to the melody played by sun, wind, and fog.
Bacigalupi Vineyard Chardonnay
Just south of our Dry Creek Estate the Bacigalupi family farms over 100 acres of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. We source fruit for our Flanagan Bacigalupi Chardonnay from one of their top blocks. This historic vineyard was the source of the Chateau Montelena Chardonnay that won the 1976 “Judgment of Paris.”
Ritchie Vineyard Chardonnay
Ritchie Vineyard is one of Sonoma County’s most iconic Chardonnay sites. Planted in the early 1970s to Old Wente clone on AXR-1 rootstock this unique vineyard continues to produce world-class fruit. AXR-1 is not phylloxera resistant, but the fine volcanic ash soils at Ritchie don’t provide a good habitat for the pest and the vineyard continues to thrive!
Platt Vineyard Chardonnay
Just 3 miles from the coast, Platt Vineyard cascades down a south-facing ridge with prized Goldridge sandy loam soils and steady west winds that keep grapes clean. Chardonnay blocks sit between 625–850 ft, often above the morning fog. This is an allocated wine with very limited production. Our last vintage at Platt was 2022.
Pinot noir
Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir
The Sonoma Coast AVA is emerging as a premier source for cool-climate Pinot Noir. Our approach centers on allowing each site and each vintage to express itself—free from dogma or formula. More than any other grape, Pinot Noir is made in the vineyard.
Gap’s View Vineyard Pinot Noir
We acquired the Gap’s View Vineyard in 2015 and have made major farming improvements since—replanting dead vines, strengthening weak ones, composting, pruning for fewer shoots and more moderate yields, and using worm tea as a soil probiotic. Now certified sustainable, this labor of love is part of our Sonoma Coast blend and one of our most popular vineyard-designated wines. site and each vintage to express itself—free from dogma or formula. More than any other grape, Pinot Noir is made in the vineyard.
Platt Vineyard Pinot Noir
Just 3 miles from the coast, Platt Vineyard cascades down a south-facing ridge with prized Goldridge sandy loam soils. Consistent westward winds provide airflow that keeps grapes clean. Elevations range from 425 to 850 feet, often rising above the morning fog. This is an allocated wine with extremely limited production.
Ritchie Vineyard Pinot Noir
The 2022 Flanagan Pinot Noir from Ritchie Vineyard opens with aromas of pomegranate, raspberry, and rose hips. On the palate, it offers vibrant red fruit and a ripe, supple mouthfeel. Located in the heart of Russian River Valley, Ritchie is our warmest Pinot site, producing a generous, fruit-driven wine that’s approachable in its youth but will also age for many years.
Syrah
Bennett Valley Syrah
Prominent critics have compared our Syrah to the great wines of Hermitage. It showcases true varietal character, blending a classic Rhône profile with the richness and depth of California. This wine continues to serve as a benchmark for New World Syrah.
Cabernet Sauvignon
Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon
Balance is the hallmark of our Cabernet. Mountain-grown fruit provides structure and concentration, forming the foundation of a wine with vivid aromatics and clarity. It’s a harmonious expression of site-driven character, fine French oak, and meticulous winemaking.
Special Editions
Bennett Valley Merlot
Bennett Valley gained early acclaim for Merlot when David Ramey was winemaker at Matanzas Creek. We’re proud to help bring great Merlot back to the region. The steep hillside vineyards that source our fruit yield intense character, with remarkable structure and concentration.
Bennett Valley Viognier
We make this wine for one reason: it’s simply awesome. This vineyard has long been the source of my favorite Viognier in California. Viognier ripens quickly, with a narrow window where rich flavors develop while bright acidity remains. Capturing that balance is key to making a vibrant, expressive wine.
Serenity Way Bordeaux Blend
We craft this “Tête de Cuvée” Cabernet-Merlot blend from the finest barrels in our cellar. The blend changes each year, guided by our pursuit of a wine that can stand alongside the best of Bordeaux or Napa. Production is always extremely limited.