Filipino-Owned Wineries 

Discover the vibrant contributions of Filipino and Filipino-American vintners across Napa and Sonoma. From boutique, appointment-only labels to acclaimed estate properties, these producers pair Old World craft with California innovation, think expressive Cabernet, elegant Pinot Noir, and food-friendly Chardonnay. Curated Winery Tours can design a day that highlights these stories and flavors, securing hard-to-get tastings and effortless transfers so you can sip, learn, and connect with the people behind the wines.

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Napa / Sonoma Filipino-owned (or Filipino-led)

1. Napa de Oro — Napa Valley (St. Helena / Coombsville)

   • Visit/tastings: By appointment. The brand took over the former Tudal Winery site near Calistoga; visits are offered on the property by appointment. Napa Wine Project

   • Visitor address (tasting location): 1015 Big Tree Rd, St. Helena, CA 94574; main line (707) 255-7431. Visit Napa Valley

   • Background: Co-owned by Filipino businessman Noe “Butch” Taojo and Filipino-American attorney Abe Marapao; vineyard holdings in Coombsville (Hagen Ave.). 

   • Site/wines: Small-lot Napa Cab, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Rosé, Grenache, Merlot, blends (incl. AU79 Reserve Cab). Napa de Oro

2. Corté Riva (Corte Riva Vineyards) — Santa Rosa (Sonoma County)

   • Tasting room: Historically listed at 3336 Industrial Dr, Santa Rosa, CA 95403. Some directories show “closed” while others show hours call ahead to confirm current availability. Napa Wine 

   • Owners/team: Filipino founders Lawrence & Nieves Cortez with winemaker Romel Rivera (family). Napa Wine Project

3. Kabayan Wines — Sonoma County–based label

   • Visit/tastings: No fixed tasting room; DTC (ships within California), occasional pop-ups. Kabayan Wines

   • Founder: Filipina winemaker Justine Osilla. Forbes+1

   • Shop/info: Online store and newsletter; first vintage 2022 (produced/bottled by Sunset Cellars). Kabayan Wines

4. Yan Cellars - Napa Valley (Spring Mountain / Rutherford sourcing)

   • Visit/tastings: Micro-boutique; DTC via mailing list; reach out for availability. 

 Booking

• Best bet for a hosted tasting today: Napa de Oro (call the St. Helena number and request an appointment). Sonoma option with Filipino ownership: Corté Riva, but verify current hours first.

• Labels without fixed rooms: Kabayan and Yan order online or email to ask about pop-ups / private tastings.  C

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