Welcome to the Dry Creek Vineyard Discovery Experience — your guided journey through five decades of family winemaking in the heart of Sonoma County. Join President and Second-Generation Owner Kim Stare Wallace as she shares the story behind our wines, our pioneering spirit and the joy of savoring wine together. Whether you’re a longtime fan or discovering us for the first time, settle in for an experience that’s as genuine as the people who make our wines.
Meet Kim Stare Wallace, President and Second-Generation Owner of Dry Creek Vineyard. In this short welcome, Kim shares the story of her family’s vision to create a world-class winery in Dry Creek Valley and how that dream has continued for more than 50 years.
Wine tasting should be fun — not intimidating! Kim walks you through simple steps to engage your senses, from sight and smell to taste and texture, and shares why even seasoned tasters sometimes choose to spit (and why that’s perfectly OK).
Discover the wine that started it all. Inspired by the Loire Valley, our Dry Chenin Blanc has been part of our story since 1972 — aromatic, refreshing and endlessly versatile. Kim explains why this variety remains close to our hearts after more than five decades.
The varietal that defines Dry Creek Valley. Kim tells the story of how her father, David Stare, planted Sauvignon Blanc against all advice in the early 1970s — and how his pioneering vision shaped the legacy of our Fumé Blanc today.
An homage to California’s heritage grape. Kim shares how we helped preserve Zinfandel’s legacy in Dry Creek Valley by cultivating heritage vines from cuttings of a century-old vineyard — resulting in a wine that’s rich, brambly and full of history.
Our love affair with Bordeaux varieties runs deep. Kim discusses how Dry Creek Valley’s unique soils and microclimates make it an ideal place for Cabernet Sauvignon — and how our family’s “no compromises” philosophy guides every step of the winemaking process.
Thank you for joining Kim for this tasting experience! She wraps up with a toast to friendship, family and the simple pleasures that bring us together — and invites you to visit our home in Dry Creek Valley to continue your journey in person.
Thank you for exploring the Dry Creek Vineyard Discovery Experience! We hope you enjoyed learning more about our history, our wines and the passion that goes into every bottle.
We’d love to hear your thoughts — share your tasting notes, photos or favorite moments using #DryCreekVineyard and tag us on social media. Until we see you in Dry Creek Valley, cheers to discovery and great wine shared among friends.
