"Etude was founded on the philosophy that winemaking begins in the vineyard long before the harvest and that superior grape growing diminishes the need for intervention by the winemaker, resulting in wine that is grown, not made. This remains our approach today as we continue to build the Etude legacy."
Crafted Excellence
THE ETUDE EXPERIENCE
Taste incredible Pinot Noirs from world famous vineyards and growing regions, all made by Etude Winemaker Jon Priest, in an enjoyable, private, seated experience.
The Study of Pinot
$95/Person + Tax • Monday to Sunday
90 minute seated private experience in which you will enjoy the best Etude has to offer. This is a seated experience.
Etude Tour & Tasting
$65/Person + Tax • Monday to Sunday
Take a leisurely stroll around our beautiful property, including the vineyard, Wellness garden, new outdoor plaza, tasting room, and winery mezzanine, while experiencing Etude Wines. You will have the opportunity to enjoy four wines staged in the different areas of our property. All guest must be 21 years of age or older.
The Terrior Experience
$60/Person + Tax • Monday to Sunday
Learn more about why wine smells + tastes different depending on It’s location. This is a seated experience.
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Etude Recipe Pairings
Etude has been dedicated to sustainably growing and handcrafting wine for over 40 years. Let us help you create your own sustainable celebrations with our environmentally friendly recipes, decorating tips, and more.
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2021 Heirloom Pinot Noir
750ml
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2022 Carneros Pinot Noir
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2022 Heirloom Pinot Noir
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2022 Hallberg Vineyard Pinot Noir
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2022 Forte Pinot Noir
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GRACE BENOIST RANCH
It’s all in the details
The Grace Benoist Ranch, home to the Etude Estate Vineyards, lies in the Coast Ranges of California – young mountains thrust up by forces of colliding crustal plates.
These forces are also the origin of the San Andreas Fault System and its parallel components, including the Rogers Creek Fault that runs a few hundred feet west of the Ranch. The property itself is cut by at least one fault – the Bennett Valley Fault – which our “Temblor” Vineyard pays tribute to.
Accolades & Reviews
“A powerful and structured pinot with hibiscus and sliced ripe raspberries, as well as dried flowers, rose petals and stems. Coffee. It’s full, yet hemmed in with tannins that frame the wine nicely before melting into the wine. Better in two or three years, but very impressive and refined.”
#19 Top 100 Wines of the USA 2025
“Bold and robust aromas of blackcurrants, mulberries, iodine and graphite. The palate is seamless, with fine tannins and bright acidity, giving notes of cassia bark, blackberry compote, tobacco leaves and cedar. Quite powerful, with underlying freshness and tension. Drink or hold.”
"Bright aromas of fresh raspberries, violets, graphite and rose petals. The palate is medium bodied with glossy tannins and balanced acidity, giving flavors of dried strawberries, cassia bark, citrus peel and dried herbs. Very well constructed, with underlying tension. Drink or hold.”
