We are proud to announce a new limited release of our Winemaker’s R&D Collection! These rare and distinct wines will be available at a ticketed release party on Saturday, June 21st, hosted at our sister winery, Ruby Hill Winery.
This exclusive release party offers a peek into the mind and process of your favorite winemaker as we unveil two single-lot wines created for this collection. This year, we are releasing “twin” blends: two wines with identical compositions, crafted with two different techniques to emphasize the impact of each decision in the winemaking process.
Learn more about the Winemaker’s R&D Collection and this release below!
Every wine you enjoy is part of a story. Each wine is a step in the process of creating the next wine, and it’s time to invite our members into the excitement. On June 21st, we will debut the second installment of wines in our Winemaker’s R&D collection, which will feature different single-lot wines each year. These rare and distinct wines showcase our ongoing commitment to uncover the marvelous potential of our estate vineyard and create wines that continuously improve.
Our Winemaker, Jesse Plautz, will be present at the release party to offer barrel sampling of next year’s R&D release, answer questions about his winemaking vision, and provide insight into the process of making your favorite Ruby Hill wines.
This delicious red wine was blended using the standard method, where each varietal was fermented and aged separately then blended together prior to bottling. This classic style of blending allows our winemaker more flexibility in fine-tuning the end product and allows for each varietal to be picked at an ideal time and fermented using different yeasts.
This wine was produced using an uncommon method known as co-fermentation, where multiple varietals are combined in one tank and fermented together. This allows unique flavors, tannins and color extraction when compared to fermenting these grapes separately. The individuality of this blend is impressive alongside its complement, the “Post-Ferment” blend.
Futures Night is coming soon on Saturday, April 26th! This ticketed member-exclusive event will feature barrel tastings of 7 phenomenal Rubino Estates and Ruby Hill Wines. We are delighted to share the barrels that have been hand-selected for Futures Night by our talented team. Guests of the event will have the opportunity to taste and pre-order these gorgeous wines!
Estimated bottling date: March 2026
Futures Night 6-Pack Price – $130
This iconic wine celebrates the symbiosis between our vineyard and the natural ecosystem around us. The sumptuous Barbera offers classic Italian flair with refined red fruit and subtle floral and herbaceous accents. The finished product presents well-balanced acidity that meets a rich, unctuous mouthfeel that invites you to take another sip.
Estimated bottling date: June / July 2025
Futures Night 6-Pack Price – $155
A vibrant and welcoming blend, Tuscano is Cabernet-forward and accented with beloved Italian varietals. Mouthwatering and complex layering of red and black fruit notes lead into a long finish. The Cabernet provides a structured foundation, with a full mouthfeel and smooth tannin. Tuscano is named in honor of all things Tuscan, a region famous for magnificent wines, unbeatable food, and breathtaking views. We like to enjoy all these things right here in the Livermore Valley!
Estimated bottling date: June / July 2025 or March 2026
Futures Night 6-Pack Price – $225
The rich and lush Proprietary Red is a favorite of many guests and members of Rubino Estates Winery, with saturated and bright flavor. This top-secret blend is comprised of our most exceptional varietals from each vintage. The exact components are known only to our winemaker, who has crafted this unique wine especially for you! After barrel aging, the finished wine is bold and gorgeous with promise to age gracefully.
Estimated bottling date: June / July 2025
Futures Night 6-Pack Price – $130
An undeniable classic, the Ruby Hill Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon is a stunner, vintage after vintage. Richly flavorful with a heavy and satisfying mouthfeel, you can expect a voluptuous profile on the palate and long, lingering finish. Flavors like marionberry, French plum, dark chocolate, black pepper, and vanilla bean are all at home in our estate vineyard’s Cabernet Sauvignon. This Bordeaux beauty is known for its excellent ageability, so it can be enjoyed for years to come.
Estimated bottling date: June / July 2025
Futures Night 6-Pack Price – $155
Intesa is an Italian word meaning something like a friendly agreement. In the creation of blends, our winemaker is tasked with creating agreement among many elements in the wine, from flavor and weight to tannin and acidity. Intesa is a beloved blend that marries Cabernet Sauvignon and Barbera. One sip and you know this pairing was meant to be! Flavors interlace in an approachable harmony unlike any other.
Estimated bottling date: March 2026
Futures Night 6-Pack Price – $210
For lovers of all things bold, the Jewel Petite Sirah is a highlight. Audacious flavor, laden with black pepper, espresso, and dark chocolate, enchants the palate and nose. Crafted with attention to every detail and meticulous care for the farming, gentle vinification, and extended aging in carefully selected cooperage, this elegant wine is one to remember.
Estimated bottling date: June / July 2025
Futures Night 6-Pack Price – $225
This varietal is a brand-new addition to our portfolio of wines, and we are proud to see it debut at Futures Night. With fruit sourced from a carefully farmed block in the Santa Lucia Highlands, this Pinot Noir is sure to impress. With very limited production, it is likely to sell out fast. Secure your access to this new beauty by tasting and pre-ordering at Futures Night!
