De Novo Wines
Sustainable winery with handcrafted, terroir-driven reds
Best known for: Food-friendly wines and red varietals
De Novo Wines, founded in 2006, is known for making food-friendly wines, especially reds like Cabernet Sauvignon, Bordeaux blends, and Pinot Noir.
The winery works with family-owned vineyards across Sonoma County and Texas, including Dry Creek Valley, Alexander Valley, and Mayacamas Ridge. Their goal is to produce wines that showcase the unique qualities of each terroir.
De Novo Wines is committed to sustainability. They participate in the Certified California Sustainable Winegrowing program and support global reforestation efforts.
The winery's approach focuses on minimal intervention and old-world techniques, helping their wines reflect both heritage and innovation. Under the leadership of Deepti Illa, they continue to craft award-winning wines that create lasting memories and connections among wine lovers.