Canihan Family Cellars

Historic family-run estate with sustainable farming practices

Best known for: Award-winning Pinot Noir, Syrah, and Cabernet Franc

Canihan Family Cellars, located in the heart of Sonoma Valley, is known for producing award-winning wines from certified organic estate vineyards.

The winery specializes in Pinot Noir, Syrah, and Cabernet Franc, benefiting from the cool evening breezes and fog that come in from the San Francisco Bay.

It was established by William Canihan Sr. in 1975. The vineyards were planted in 1998 after decades of nurturing the land.

Canihan Family Cellars employs sustainable practices such as dry-farming and hand-harvesting. Their winemaking approach follows European traditions.

Thanks to their focus on quality, the winery has received several accolades, including 'Best in Show Red Wine' at the San Francisco International Wine Competition.

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