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Historic Dover Hall Wine Event – Virginia

Save the date for an evening to remember at the iconic Dover Hall, a luxury European estate set on lush rolling fields in Manakin-Sabot Virginia. Originally build in 2000 as a 38,000 private residence for the Pryor family, today the opulent country estate provides a luxury retreat for discerning clientele and the back drop for… Continue reading Historic Dover Hall Wine Event – Virginia
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Breckenridge Wine Classic 2026 – August 20-22

Searching for a summer time wine high? The Breckenridge Wine Classic and Aratas Wine invite you to escape to the Rocky Mountains for a weekend of fine wine and mind blowing views. Take in a wine hike or a curated dining events featuring Colorados best Chefs served alongside fine wines from top Vintners. Surrounded by… Continue reading Breckenridge Wine Classic 2026 – August 20-22
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Press: ‘Napa Wine Project’ Review of Aratas Wine

Read Dave Thompson's recent review of Aratas Wine. Dave has personally visited and tasted with the best, least and most well known producers in Napa Valley in order to create an educational resource for both consumers and trade. His extensive research makes the Napa Valley Wine Project an outstanding resource for your next visit to… Continue reading Press: ‘Napa Wine Project’ Review of Aratas Wine
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Aratas Wine strikes “DOUBLE GOLD” at the 2024 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition

The largest competition of American Wines in the world is a wrap and Aratas Wines strikes gold... TWICE.
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Best Petite Sirah from California- The ROBB REPORT

Aratas Wine 2017 'Shake Ridge Ranch' Petite Sirah is considered among the best Petite Sirahs produced in California according to the luxury goods experts at The ROBB REPORT. Robb Report is the leading voice in global luxury, synonymous around the world with the best of the best. Its unrivaled coverage of the latest superlative products and… Continue reading Best Petite Sirah from California- The ROBB REPORT
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2024 UPCOMING WINE EVENTS

We invite you to join us at one these fabulous wine events featuring Aratas Wine of Napa Valley. Guests must be 21+ years of age to attend these events. NEXT EVENT UNWINED at Bellview - Saturday, November 16, 2024 Time: 2-5PM 1600 Bellview Blvd, Alexandria, VA 22307 Stock the cellar with holiday spirit and All-American… Continue reading 2024 UPCOMING WINE EVENTS
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Robb Report’s best wines from the Rutherford AVA Napa Valley

Founded in 1976, the iconic American luxury lifestyle magazine The Robb Report shines a light on the best wines grown and produced in the 16 nested American viticulture areas (AVA) of the Napa Valley. For this in-depth tasting series highlighting America's most respected wine region, the editors tasted hundreds of wines before landing on the… Continue reading Robb Report’s best wines from the Rutherford AVA Napa Valley
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California Wine and Travel, Daniel Mangin

California Petite Sirah, I really do love you. Wine writer and wine country travel guru Danny Mangin shines a light on some of the best Petite Sirah in California and the winemaking Masters of their craft including Aratas Wine and the PS I Love You Advocacy Organization. Read the full article here: https://dannymangin.com/wine/california-petite-sirah-i-really-do-love-you/
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Visit Virginia- travel guide for wine lovers

For far too long, Virginia wine has been synonymous only with central Virginia. (Thanks, Thomas Jefferson.) Due east, however, lies the Hampton Roads region of Virginia, a worthy destination comprised of the seven core cities of Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Portsmouth, Newport News, Hampton and Suffolk. This area has been quietly building a notable wine… Continue reading Visit Virginia- travel guide for wine lovers

Testimonials

"One of the 9 best wines from the Rutherford AVA"

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Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen

ROBB REPORT

Testimonials

"This well-made wine showcases the variety well... concentrated and structured" "Editor's Pick"

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Virginie Boone

Wine Enthusiast

Testimonials

"The top ranked Petite Sirah, first place winner Aratas Wine... a beautiful example of 100% Petite Sirah"

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Napa Vintners

St Helena Star

Testimonials

"The Aratas Chardonnay leaps from the glass with scents of ripe apricot, lemon meringue and honeycomb..."

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Lisa Perrotti-Brown

Wine Advocate