Copain Wines

Meet us in San Diego and pair your favorite Copain wines with ocean views at the JRDN Summer Wine Series on July 31! Local San Diego club members, this is your chance to meet winemaker Ryan Zepaltas, experience some of Copain's newest releases, and enjoy the summer breeze from the Tower 23 balcony overlooking Pacific Beach and the Pacific Ocean. We can't wait to see you there!

Meet us in San Diego! | July 31 @ 6 PM | JRDN Summer Wine Series

SUMMER SUNSET BOTTLE SESSIONS

Kick back and unwind at Copain for our Summer Sunset Sessions! Join us on the second Friday of each month—June 14th, July 12th, August 9th, September 13th, and October 11th—from 4-7pm for a relaxed evening of bottle service on our terrace overlooking the Russian River Valley. Enjoy our delicious Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Rhône wines paired with tasty bites from local food trucks. Each week, we'll have live music or a DJ to set the perfect vibe for a chill summer night.

Sunset Bottle Sessions:
Friday, June 14th | 4:00-7:00 PM
Friday, July 12th | 4:00-7:00 PM
Friday, August 9th | 4:00-7:00 PM
Friday, September 13th | 4:00-7:00 PM
Friday, October 11th | 4:00-7:00 PM

Sunset Bottle Sessions | Second Friday of Every Month from 4-7PM

Our very own Ryan Zepaltas was featured in last month's episode of “The Good Stuff” podcast, presented by Sonoma County Winegrowers. Dive into the world of wine, vineyards, and the spirit of Sonoma County with hosts Virginie Boone and Karissa Kruse, who chat with top winemakers, grape growers, chefs, and more.

Tune in to hear Ryan share his journey from aspiring professional skateboarder to becoming the GM and Winemaker at Copain Wines. Discover how his passion for skateboarding and winemaking intertwine to craft unique vineyard designate wines that capture the essence of Sonoma County.

Ryan's episode aired on KSRO 103.5 FM/1350 AM and is now available for streaming. Missed the live broadcast? No worries! Listen to Ryan's full episode on the Sonoma County Winegrowers at the link below!

"The Good Stuff" Podcast Featuring Copain Winemaker Ryan Zepaltas

Join us on Sunday, July 21st, for an evening at Farmhouse Restaurant at the Farmhouse Inn, paired with our small-production wines. Winemaker Ryan Zepaltas will highlight what makes each of these wines unique and share interesting anecdotes about the various vineyards and vintages. A perfect way to spend a summer evening!

Date: Sunday, July 21st
Time: 5 PM-8 PM
Location: Farmhouse Restaurant
7871 River Road, Forestville, CA 95436

Farmhouse Restaurant Winemaker Dinner | Sunday, July 21st at 5 PM

The feeling you get when you find out P2 is officially HERE!

Secure Your Bottles of P2 Today

It’s BACK! The latest vintage of our cult-favorite P2 Red Wine is making its 2024 debut, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you.

Join us for the unveiling of the 2023 P2 Red Wine at our beautiful Copain Estate on Friday, June 14th from 4-7 p.m. Winemaker Ryan Zepaltas will be there to share a glass with you as you experience the stunning, vibrant blend of Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris. In Ryan’s own words, this is “our brightest, most energetic expression of P2 to date.”

We’ll be pairing this electric vintage with fried chicken prepared by Chef Justin Haley and enjoying live music on our patio overlooking the Russian River Valley.

This wine typically sells out quickly, so you won’t want to miss your chance to have first dibs on the must-have chillable red of summer!

P2 is making its 2024 debut, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you!

It’s BACK! The latest vintage of Copain’s cult-favorite P2 Red Wine is making its 2024 debut, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you.

Join us for the unveiling of the 2023 P2 Red Wine at our beautiful Copain Estate on Friday, June 14th from 4-7 p.m. Winemaker Ryan Zepaltas will be there to share a glass with you as you experience the stunning, vibrant blend of Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris. In Ryan’s own words, this is “our brightest, most energetic expression of P2 to date.”

We’ll be pairing this electric vintage with fried chicken prepared by Chef Justin Haley and enjoying live music on our patio overlooking the Russian River Valley.

This wine typically sells out quickly, so you won’t want to miss your chance to have first dibs on the must-have chillable red of summer! Comment “P2” below for the direct link to RSVP!

Escape to the Mendocino Coast for the Anderson Valley Pinot Noir Festival, featuring three days of wine celebration from Friday to Sunday. Join us on Saturday, May 18th from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, and immerse yourself in the exquisite offerings of over 50 local wineries. Discover the depth of Pinot Noir, rosé, and sparkling wines complemented by artisanal food pairings, explore rare library wines, and indulge in the luxury of the VIP Bubble Lounge.

Our Associate Winemaker, Quin Donahue, will be showcasing our wines at the Grand Tasting. Make sure to stop by and say hello!

Join Us at Anderson Valley Pinot Noir Festival! | Saturday, 5/18 11AM – 3 PM

Thank you to VinePair for including our 2019 SeaLift Syrah Sonoma Coast Syrah in the recent "7 of the Best U.S. Syrahs From the West Coast"

"This cool-climate Sonoma Coast wine shows concentrated blackcurrant and blueberry flavors with hints of to***co leaf and Mediterranean herbs. It’s relatively soft, with fine tannins that make it effortless to drink. Worth a splurge for a special evening."

"7 of the Best U.S. Syrahs From the West Coast" | VinePair

Step into the heart of Healdsburg with us on Saturday, May 18th, 2024, for the 3rd annual Healdsburg Wine & Food Experience Grand Tasting!

Discover a world of exceptional wines and spirits from over 150 acclaimed local and international artisans. Embark on a culinary journey with creations from Sonoma County's esteemed chefs and renowned culinary talents from around the globe, each dish a celebration of our region's rich seasonal harvest.

Healdsburg Wine & Food Experience Grand Tasting | Saturday, May 18th

Here at Copain Wines, we believe that transparency enhances everything we do. With sustainability as our guiding principle, we proudly stand at the forefront of modern transparent winemaking.

All of our estate vineyard properties are certified sustainable, and we take our commitment to the environment a step further through regenerative and organic farming practices, such as composting, grazing, and conservation tillage. These practices not only bolster biodiversity and improve soil health but also sequester carbon, casting a beneficial ripple across our community. With a focus on regenerative farming, including the use of cover crops and compost, we are dedicated to invigorating vine health and enriching the land's biodiversity.

Our commitment to minimal intervention wine requires fewer physical resources, such as new barrels. We use native yeast to provide continuity between holistically farmed fruit and hands-off winemaking.
Living up to our zero-waste philosophy, we take pride in the fact that 95% of our byproducts are recycled, or repurposed, helping to close the loop in our ecosystem.

Starting with the 2021 vintage, we've chosen to share each wine's journey through ingredient labels on every bottle, reinforcing our dedication to transparency, inviting you into a dialogue about our winemaking process, and advancing our mission of responsible winemaking.

Today we raise a glass to Earth Day! Here's to continuing our journey towards a sustainable future, one glass at a time.

Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 20th, and join us at Copain for our inaugural Transparent Winemaking Party!

With our 2021 Copain Estate Picpoul Blanc leading the charge, we're championing a new chapter of transparency by listing ingredients on our labels to deepen your understanding of our winemaking journey. Our goal? To spark real talk about the craft we're so passionate about and to showcase our pledge to absolute transparency in every bottle.

We're thrilled about this venture and are kicking it off with a party dedicated to learning, openness, and enjoyment. Your ticket offers a tasting flight of our transparently made wines, the ambiance of live music, and the finest bites from local culinary artisans.

Transparent Winemaking Party:
Date: Saturday, April 20th
Time: 11:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Comment RSVP below for the direct link to reserve now!

Transparent Winemaking Party | Saturday, April 20th

How well do you know Associate Winemaker Quin Donahue?

Growing up in Napa, Quin admired people in the wine industry for their hard work and the fun they seemed to have. Working with your hands and drinking wine? He wondered, what's not to love? During his high school summers, Quin worked on a mobile bottling line, admiring the variety of wineries. When it came time to decide on his future, he chose to pursue his dream of becoming a winemaker. Quin studied Wine and Viticulture at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, with a concentration in Enology.

Quin secured a cellar position at Cambria Winery and began "paying his dues." He spent a year at Cambria, mastering cellar and lab operations, before moving to Byron Winery to refine his Pinot Noir winemaking skills.

Though he cherished his time on the Central Coast, he felt the pull to return home. Back in Sonoma County, Quin moved into a large production facility in Geyserville. - “I think learning how to make wine at that scale is crucial; you learn things you wouldn’t learn at smaller facilities, and you learn things quickly. A position opened at Copain, and the chance to work with small lots of high-end Pinot Noir and learn a new style of winemaking seemed like a dream!” – Quin Donahue.

Now, Quin collaborates closely with Ryan Zepaltas, focusing on crafting premium lots of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Syrah. He manages the day-to-day operations at the winery and still gets his hands dirty in the cellar. Quin oversees a couple of vineyards throughout the Sonoma Coast and collaborates with vineyard managers to nail the perfect picks during harvest. He is also responsible for crafting the Mendocino Rosé, sourced from the Yorkville Highlands.

In his leisure time, Quin enjoys spending time with his wife in San Francisco, snowboarding in winter, and honing his sourdough bread-making skills.

Experience the spectacular views of the Russian River Valley while relishing our site-specific Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Syrah.

Experience Copain Wines

On this foggy February morning, we are excited to share the official inaugural release of our GSM blend with you! A GSM blend has been on our wish list for years, and we are thrilled to launch this one. It's a stunningly complex wine, with layers upon layers. This wine is sourced from Hawks Butte Vineyard in the Yorkville Highlands. On the nose, it presents wild and rustic aromas, followed by flavors of red vines, saltwater taffy, raspberry, blackberry, and strawberry. With fine-grained tannins and a dense palate, this wine is built to last for the next 10-15 years.

We're Excited to Share the Inaugural Release of Our GSM Blend With You!

We invite you to join us on Saturday, March 23rd, for an afternoon with Winemaker Ryan Zepaltas and our Copain Hospitality Team.

Immerse yourself in the charm of a French Countryside-Inspired Long Table Luncheon, nestled in the heart of the stunning Russian River Valley. This gathering is more than just a meal; it's a celebration of our latest Spring Release Wines, offering you the exclusive chance to taste them first.

Spring Release Luncheon
Saturday, March 23rd
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Spring Release Luncheon | Saturday, March 23rd | 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Join us for Ode to the Pacific Coast on Saturday, February 17th! Follow Chef Jamil Peden for an extravagant coastal journey from Monterey to Anderson Valley. Enjoy a selection of four Pacific-Ocean seafood inspired bites, paired with beautifully aged Chardonnays from our most extreme coastal vineyards.

Location: Copain Wines
Date: Saturday, February 17th
Seatings at 11:30 AM & 1:30 PM

MENU:
2010 Brosseau Vineyard Chardonnay
Dungeness Crab Toast, Buttered Brioche, Bonito Hollandaise

2014 Brosseau Vineyard Chardonnay
Wild King Salmon Croquette, Meyer Lemon, Mustard, Dill, Aioli

2015 DuPratt Vineyard Chardonnay
Billi Bi Soup, Mussels, Celeriac, Straus Cream, Wild Fennel Pollen

2017 Tidal Break Vineyard Chardonnay
Albacore Tuna Poisson Cru, Cucumber, Coconut, Lime, Coriander

Join us for Ode to the Pacific Coast | Saturday, 2/17 at 11:30 AM & 1:30 PM

Join us for Ode to the Pacific!

We invite you to savor a special Chardonnay food and wine pairing at the Copain Estate. This exclusive offering includes four select bottles from our library, each thoughtfully paired with delicacies from the Pacific Ocean. Reserve your seats now – perfect as a Valentine's Day surprise.

Chardonnay Library Brunch | Saturday, February 17th at 11am

Join us this weekend for Taste of a Decade! Come celebrate the art of pairing with our unique take on a timeless culinary duet. Experience the rich flavors of Boeuf Bourguignon perfectly complemented by our Burgundian style Pinot Noirs, both hailing from the same legendary region. Don't miss this opportunity to savor a match made in epicurean heaven.

TASTE OF A DECADE | Food & Wine Experience - January 19th-21st

Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes glimpse at Copain Wines with our Winery Promenade & Pairings. Begin your journey with a private tour of the winery and winemaking facility, where our dedicated team will share insights into our winemaking practices.

After the tour, enjoy a seated tasting featuring five of our finest wines, expertly paired with a delightful selection of artisanal cheese, charcuterie, and chef-crafted accompaniments.

We can't wait to welcome you in for this exclusive experience!

Join Us Behind the Scenes with our Winery Promenade & Pairings

How well do you know Copain Winemaker Ryan Zepaltas?

Ryan's journey began in the beer-loving culture of Wisconsin, where wine was a distant concept. After college, he made a life-changing move to Sebastopol, CA, fueled by his passion for skateboarding. With many hours skating around CA, Ryan realized he needed to find a career.

That's when he stumbled upon a harvest job at La Crema, where he spent two formative years. He later embarked on a winemaking adventure in New Zealand and worked at Siduri, confirming that winemaking was his true calling. In 2018, Ryan's dream came true when he was offered the position of Winemaker and General Manager at Copain.

Today, he's at the helm of all winery operations, preserving Copain's unwavering dedication to transparent winemaking and crafting elegant, balanced, food-friendly wines. 🛹🍷

With a stellar 94 points from both Audrey Frick and JebDunnuck.com, our 2021 Sealift Pinot Noir is an exceptional gem.

"A darker hue with a purple highlight, the 2021 Pinot Noir Sealift is noted with black raspberry preserve, violets, sweet cardamom, and delicate cedar. Harmonious on the palate, it has ultra-fine tannins, a silky texture, and medium to full body in its notes of ripe berries and wet stone. An attractive wine, it's drinking well now with a little air, and it will be wonderful to drink over the next 6-8 years" - Audrey Frick, JebDunnuck.com (July 2023)

By joining our mailing list, you will be the first to know about this exceptional release.

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Meet Sarah, our Skilled Cellar Worker! Sarah has been an invaluable part of the Copain team for 2 years. Originally from the Midwest, she adores the California outdoors and enjoys exploring with her partner and dog.

When we asked Sarah about her favorite varietal to make, she chose Pinot Noir (excellent choice!). She's especially thrilled about bringing home Sealift Pinot Noir or Brosseau Grenache for the holidays this year.

We're incredibly grateful for Sarah's exceptional contributions to our team. Cheers to Sarah!

We love a good before vs. after. 🤩

Brosseau Chardonnay vintage 2023 in the making!

Pinot Gris 🍇 + Pinot Noir 🍇 = P2 ⚡️

We’ve strategically selected two vineyards in the Sonoma Coast AVA to create this wine. This coastal region gives us grapes that have bright, energetic fruit character along with vibrant acidity which in turn gives us a wine that is fresh and exciting. The Pinot Noir comes from a vineyard along the far reaches of the Sonoma Coast, contributing bright, tart Pinot Noir flavors to the mix. The Pinot Gris hails from a grower on the outskirts of Santa Rosa, who meticulously farms the fruit that adds verve.

Have you tasted our accidental masterpiece, P2? Let us know below. 🍷👇

It's the season of festive gatherings and outstanding wines. Which ones will you uncork? Let us know below!

“For years, I’ve dreamed of making a white blend that is highly aromatic, flavorful, and exciting. A wine that builds upon different varieties from different origins to become everything a Copain Wine should be—nuanced, balanced, and, most of all, delicious. Welcome to the first vintage of Daybreak.” -Winemaker Ryan Zepaltas

Find Our Limited Production Daybreak White Blend at a Location Near You!

Hailing from the remote, western reaches of the Anderson Valley along Greenwood Ridge, the DuPratt Vineyard has some of the oldest vines and one of the coolest climates in the region.

Recently scoring 94 points from Audrey Frick and Jeb Dunnuck, "The 2021 Chardonnay DuPratt is more layered with ripe fruit and piney aromas, orange zest, chamomile, and yellow peach. The palate is medium to full-bodied, with pure, ripe fruit, a gorgeous mouthfeel, and a very long finish. Ripe and plentiful with saline and ripe golden fruits, it’s a showstopper, with great freshness and a mouthwatering finish. It's drinking well now and will drink well over the next 10 years" - Audrey Frick, Jeb Dunnuck (July 2023)

Add this show-stopping vintage to your cellar today. Shop now!

Recently rated 93 points from Wine Enthusiast, our 2020 Skycrest Vineyard Chardonnay is a vintage to remember.

“A vivid, deep-gold color-concurs with ripe, buttery aromas and sunny pineapple and mango flavors in this soft, smooth and deceptively light-bodied wine. While low-ish in alcohol, it is beautifully balanced by a rich, melted texture.” - Jim Gordon, Wine Enthusiast (August 2023)

Thank you to Jim Gordon and Wine Enthusiast!

Shop Our Highly Rated 2020 Skycrest Chardonnay today!

Sourced from the legendary Chalone AVA made famous by the Judgement of Paris in 1976, our Brosseau Grenache sells out every year. Winemaker Ryan Zepaltas produced a limited number of barrels of this vintage, and we cannot guarantee it will be in stock for long!

To secure your spot in our Grenache Priority Allocation Program, please contact us via email at [email protected].