Duckhorn

Duckhorn Vineyards Wine Tasting Event: Founded in 1976 by Dan and Margaret Duckhorn, Duckhorn Vineyards began with a vision to produce world-class wines in Napa Valley with a particular dedication to Merlot. At a time when Merlot was largely treated as a blending grape in California, the Duckhorns saw its potential as a remarkable standalone wine, helping establish the varietal as an important part of Napa Valley winemaking.

The winery’s first harvest came in 1978, producing just 800 cases of Cabernet Sauvignon and 800 cases of Merlot. From those beginnings, Duckhorn developed a reputation for crafting wines that balance the richness of Napa Valley fruit with structure, elegance, and a strong sense of place.

Over the decades, Duckhorn expanded its vineyard holdings throughout Napa Valley, working with distinctive sites from the valley floor to the surrounding mountain appellations. Its portfolio grew beyond the Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon that established its reputation…