Senses Wines

Primarily sourced from a region sitting along the western edge of the Russian River Valley. This wine is robust, rich and more tannic than it’s coastal cousin and shows great ability to age.

A bright expression of our favorite Sonoma Coast Chardonnay sites. Consistently refreshing and lighter in body than it’s single vineyard counterparts.

Charles and Diana Karren are incredibly passionate about growing grapes. Known as "The Land of Promise," Terra de Promissio has an ideal terroir for Pinot Noir. The soil, southwest sun exposure, hill elevation, vine density and the wind and fog of the Petaluma Gap allow the grapes to have a slow maturation and extended hang time.

Cameron & Bridgit Thieriot, Max's parents, purchased the property in 1988. In 1989 the first part of the vineyard was planted by the late Warren Dutton of Dutton Ranch. This vineyard has a long history of producing critically acclaimed wines and reputation as being the pioneer of Chardonnay and Pinot noir on the extreme West Sonoma Coast.

Myles' parents, Carl Briggs and Lisa Lawrence, purchased Hillcrest in 1988. This site neighbors Charles Heintz to the West and was originally planted in ‘74 to Grey Riesling making it likely the first planted still-wine site along the Sonoma Coast. The vineyard was later replanted to Pinot Noir in 2005 to four clones: Calera, 828, Swan & 115.

The Heintz family has owned the ranch for over 100 years. Charlie planted Clone 4 Chardonnay in 1982. This vineyard is highly regarded by many wine critics, including Robert Parker who was quoted describing this as “one of the great Grand Cru Chardonnay sites of California.”

A quintessential example of Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir: elegant yet lively. This wine is a beautiful marriage of our Estate and grower Pinot Noir vineyards.

Owned by one of the oldest grape farming families in Nothern California, Dutton Palms Vineyard is nestled among the hills of a small valley between the towns of Occidental and Graton. Named as an homage to the founders’ hometown, Occidental served as the tenth stop on the North Pacific Coast Railroad, bringing travelers and lumber to and from San Francisco during the late 19th century.

The quest to deliver quality wine from the finest fruit source does not stop with Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Senses believes the best California Cabernet Sauvignon comes from Napa Valley. Specifically, the soil and flavor profile of Cabernet from the prestigious Oakville AVA has long been a favorite of the team.