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In California, but with Štajerska inspiration
Drava Wines in Lodi, California brings together the diverse winegrowing capabilities of the Lodi appellation with the spirit and sensibilities of the Slovene wine region of Štajerska, home to the world's oldest noble grape vine.
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Thursday - Monday
11 am - 5 pm
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209-400-5009
William Carson
Recent News
Russ Winston of the Modesto Bee stops by
April 10, 2019
Two weekends ago, Russ Winston from the Modesto Bee dropped by for a tasting. Here are his impressions.
Stockton Record reviews Drava's new 2015 Reds
August 16, 2017
Stockton Record's wine writer Bob Highfill stops by to speak with Steve and William and give his thoughts about our wine philosophy and what he thinks about our recently released 2015 Reds.
Good Day Sacramento back for William's Slovenian adventure
November 02, 2016
Good Day Sacramento was back to talk to William about Maribor bringing him over to be the guest of honor for the cutting of the old vine and receiving a special bottle of wine.
Guest of Honor at Maribor Wine Festival
October 07, 2016
William Carson was recently invited as the Guest of Honor to the Maribor Wine Festival, in Maribor, Slovenia.
Featured on Good Day Sacramento
October 01, 2016
We were recently honored by a visit from Good Day Sacramento. During the segment, we focused on the unique heritage that we cherish and put into each bottle of wine. Check out the segment in the link below!
Stockton Record publishes story
November 02, 2016
Bob Highfill with the Stockton Record visited us to find out about our roots in Maribor. This story ran October 11 2016.
Drava Wines in Lodi News Sentinel
September 01, 2016
The Lodi News Sentinel followed up with William about his recent trip to Slovenia in an article published October 13 2016.
Wine blogger Randy Caparoso visits Drava Wines
November 03, 2016
Wine blogger Randy Caparoso visited us. Check out his thoughts and tasting notes! Published September 22 2016.
Our Wines
2014 Pinot Gris - 14.7% alc, 166 cases produced
Made in the Oregon style with barrel fermentation, 100% malolactic, and sur lies aging. Features toasted bread and stone fruit flesh on the nose and expansive mouthfeel and finish from the fermentation techniques.
$19 / bottle
2015 Viognier - 15.3% alc, 121 cases produced
Also barrel fermented and 100% malolactic with a lesser time in contact with lees. Rich tropical fruit and very ripe with viscosity.
$19 / bottle
2014 Petit Verdot – 14.4% alc, 106 cases produced
This lesser-known Bordeaux varietal is well-structured with mineral and tannic components and will age well. Spices and freshly crushed grapes are revealed with decanting or aeration.
$26 / bottle
2015 Grenache - 15.0% alc, 100 cases produced
Medium-bodied and easy drinking. Fresh crushed grapes, cranberries, and violets greet the nose while up-front light dusty tannins and low acidity finish this wine.
Silver Medal - 2019 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition
$26 / bottle
2015 Mourvedre - 14.7% alc, 100 cases produced
This Tablas Creek clone originated in Chateauneuf-du-Pape. A funky nose reminiscent of wines from this French region includes aromatics of sandalwood, pie crust, and incense. On the palate is low acidity, sweet fruit, and evenly distributed tannins.
Bronze Medal - 2019 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition
$26 / bottle
2017 Peloursin – 13.5% alc, 36 cases produced
This obscure medium-bodied Rhone varietal displays a medium garnet color. This features floral aromatics of rose and geranium and a spicy cinnamon component. Finishes with medium acidity, creamy mouthfeel, and fine tannins on the back end.
$26 / bottle
2017 Tempranillo – 13.6% alc, 50 cases produced
Medium violet in color. This Spanish red features a spicy nose with graham cracker, raw meat, and copper penny. Low acidity with moderate, tensile tannins.
$26 / bottle
2017 Sangiovese – 14.8% alc, 50 cases produced
This Tuscan varietal has a nose of rhubarb and sandalwood incense followed with an acidic backbone supporting sweet fruit mid-palate and Tuscan-like moderate tannins.
$26 / bottle
2017 Montepulciano – 13.9% alc, 75 cases produced
A varietal from the southern Italian region of Abruzzo. Dark pigmentation, a chocolate mousse, cinnamon, and French oak nose, finishing on dusty tannins and a full body.
$26 / bottle
2017 Teroldego – 13.1% alc, 25 cases produced
Although the lowest in alcohol of the 2017s, this is the biggest wine. Very dark ruby color, this wine is reminiscent of a Rutherford Cabernet, with mint/eucalyptus and brownie notes. On the palate, massive tannins, raspberry compote flavor, very long aftertaste. Intense but balanced.
$26 / bottle
2015 Maribor Reserve Red Wine - 15.3% alc, 125 cases produced
A blend of 42% Syrah, 42% Mourvedre, and 16% Grenache. Dark in color and character, layered aromatics of anise, chocolate, truffles, ink, and crushed raspberries are reminiscent of a Barossa Valley GSM. An aggressive palate features full tannins and a chewy, remarkably long aftertaste.
Bronze Medal - 2019 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition
$34 / bottle
All wines from the Lodi appellation & made from Certified Sustainable winegrapes
A 10% discount will be applied to case (12 bottle) purchases.