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!

Rubino Estates Riserva Night Owl Barbera

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.

Rubino Estates Club Exclusive Tuscano

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!

Rubino Estates Landmark Proprietary Red

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.

Ruby Hill Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon

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.

Ruby Hill Club Exclusive Intesa

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.

Ruby Hill Jewel Petite Sirah

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.

Ruby Hill Jewel Pinot Noir

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!

One Weekend Only – March 22nd & 23rd

Our 2025 Case Sale Blitz is almost here! In this blog, you’ll find the juicy details on wines that we will feature in this year’s sale. Additional wines may make a surprise appearance, available in very limited supply, so don’t miss out! More information about the event can be found at the bottom of this post. 

2019 Cabernet Sauvignon – Riserva Collection, Rubino Estates Winery

This wine was awarded Best of Class in the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition and 92 points from Wine Enthusiast, and offers richly plush notes of marionberry, plum, cherry, violet, and vanilla. It’s the quintessential wine for a delicious steak dinner. We selected this vintage of Riserva Cabernet from the library and fell in love with the maturity and full-bodied nature of the tannin, with integrated roundness and just the right amount of ripeness. 
Case Blitz Price: $210 | Member’s Price: $185

2020 Sangiovese – Riserva Collection, Rubino Estates Winery

This bright and light red varietal is a traditional Italian wine. It is exceptionally prevalent in the old world and grows like a dream in California. This vintage offers a very characteristic nose for our Saugiovese, with notes of wild strawberry, vivacious red fruit, and a touch of lychee. A hint of black pepper peeks through on the palate, and rich cherry flavor accents the lingering finish. A very smooth body is accented with sassy floral notes and a mid-weight palate.
Case Blitz Price: $210 | Member’s Price: $185

2020 Ferrario – Famiglia Collection, Rubino Estates Winery

Velvety and elegant, each sip dances with jammy fruit and playful floral aromas, all on a rich backdrop of purple fruit accents. This wine is a club-exclusive blend, named in honor of Ernest Ferrario. Ferrario was an Italian immigrant and the proprietor of the Estate Vineyard from 1921-1975. By the mid-twentieth century, the Ferrario family was well-known for their quality wines, especially their Zinfandel. This blend honors the Ferrarios by combining Barbera—an Italian varietal, and Zinfandel—Ferrario’s specialty. The 2020 vintage components are 50% Zinfandel, 28% Petit Verdot, 21% Barbera, & 1% Petite Sirah. 
Case Blitz Price: $225 | Member’s Price: $200

2019 Petite Sirah – Reserve Collection, Ruby Hill Winery

This excellent Reserve Petite Sirah is deep and soulful. A velvet curtain envelops the senses, rich with classic Petite Sirah aromas and elevated by silky and graceful notes on the palate. Enjoy scents of violet, plum, clove, allspice, vanilla, and black pepper, all flowing into the palate where they join a supportive base of dark fruit framed by lingering spice. This vintage is smooth yet structured, with balance in each sip. You can expect tannin-endowed wines like these to only improve with age, so it’s the perfect time to open that 2019 and get lost in the luxury of each sip. 
Case Blitz Price: $210 | Member’s Price: $185

2021 Chardonnay – Reserve Collection, Ruby Hill Winery

This wine continues our reputation for phenomenal Chardonnay. Capturing the essence of California sunlight, this golden beauty opens with a classic aroma adorned with floral allure. Splendid notes of orange blossom swirl with essences of clover honey and hints of stone fruit. Toasted oak influence supports these notes with flavors reminiscent of an orange almond tart. Rich body and unctuous mouthfeel make each sip luxurious, relaxing into a smooth and flavorful finish. 
Case Blitz Price: $200 | Member’s Price: $175

2020 Riverbed Red – Gem Collection, Ruby Hill Winery

This club-exclusive blend is a delight to drink. A complex aroma opens with vibrant fresh fruit including juicy raspberry and blackberry. Cozy hints of dark chocolate, vanilla, and baking spices round out the profile. The luscious finish emphasizes toasty baking spice notes. The body is rich, with a medium-plus mouthfeel, very smooth tannins, and flavors that match the aroma. This vintage is a luscious blend of 58% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Syrah, and 13% Petite Sirah.
Case Blitz Price: $225 | Member’s Price: $200

Our Case Sale Blitz is our annual warehouse clear-out event, offering delicious wines at unbeatable prices so we can make room for the wines of the future! This event is hosted at Rubino Estates Winery in the covered production area around the back of the tasting room. All are welcome to attend this event at no cost, whether they are a first-time visitor or a long-time member of Ruby Hill or Rubino. No reservations are needed, just drop by, say hello, and try these featured wines! 

The Case Sale Blitz will run from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on March 22nd and 23rd only. Sales are valid only while supplies last, and all wines are in limited quantity!

This month, we are taking time to proudly celebrate our Riserva Petite Sirah. This varietal hails from France, but we have made it our own with a delicious California twist. Our soil and climate provide a unique flair that is uniquely suited for Petite Sirah, an endowment that this vintage displays exceptionally well. 

Here in the Livermore Valley, spring is well on its way, but that hasn’t stopped a few cold snaps from taking us by surprise! Some evenings, we think it’s better to get cozy at home and prepare a hearty, comforting meal. If you have some time on your hands to make something special, then we recommend this recipe for Osso Buco in Red Wine sauce. Each bite of this classic Italian dish is rich and comforting, and the added depth from the red wine is absolutely scrumptious. 

Of course, we’ll take just about any excuse to open up a bottle while we’re cooking, but this recipe has our mouths watering already! For this recipe, with its deep savory notes and rich, nourishing bone marrow, we recommend pairing with our newly-released 2022 vintage of Landmark Founder’s Blend. This wine is a bold yet graceful blend of Petit Verdot, Barbera, Syrah, and just a touch of Cab, all grown here on our Estate. Let’s get cooking!

OSSO BUCO IN A RED WINE SAUCE

Ingredients

• 4 cuts of veal shanks (beef shanks will also work)
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• ¾ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons dijon mustard
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons duck fat (or butter)
• 2 shallots, finely minced
• 1 carrots, finely minced
• 12 cloves garlic, finely minced
• 1 tablespoon red curry paste (tomato paste will also work)
• ⅛ teaspoon caraway seeds
• 1 cup red wine
• 2½ cups beef stock
• 3 sprigs fresh thyme (or any other fresh herbs, rosemary works well)
• Crusty bread, for serving

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 325 degrees F. Dry the meat with paper towels, then tie each shank with butcher’s twine once around, if you have it (note: if you don’t have twine, they will probably fall apart a bit, but will still be delicious). Rub the meat with salt and pepper, then a light coat of dijon mustard. Dredge each piece of meat in flour, and set aside.
2. Choose a large pan, preferably oven safe with a lid. Add your duck fat (or butter) over medium-high heat. Place your veal in the pan and sear on all sides for about 4 minutes, until well browned. Transfer the browned meat to a plate and set aside.
3. In the same pan, add another tablespoon of duck fat or butter. Add in the shallots and carrots and stir for 5 minutes over medium heat, until softened, then add in the garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant. Add in the curry or tomato paste, then the wine and stock and scrape up any browned bits. (Optional step: pour a glass of wine for yourself!)
4. Place the meat back in the pan, along with the sprigs of thyme. Place a lid on the pan and place in a 325 degree F oven for 2 to 2½ hours, until tender. Serve alongside some crusty bread and be sure to scrape out all of the bone marrow!

With Valentine’s Day arriving soon, love is in the air. When it comes to gifting tokens of affection to loved ones, there’s nothing wrong with a touch of tradition. Wine and flowers are two classic gifts that help make the holiday a little extra special. This week, we are sharing inspiration on the right combination of wine and flowers to show your loved ones how you feel! 

For the Classic Romance – Cabernet & Roses

Both Cabernet and red roses are timeless classics, brightening up a room and bringing a smile to your loved one’s face.

For the Hopeless Romantic – Barbera & Lilies

For a deep love with grand gestures, we recommend our elegant and expressive Night Owl Barbera with the refined yet conspicuous beauty of lilies. 

For the New Love – Sangiovese & Carnations

Nothing is fresh and bright the way that young love is. Take the ruby-red vibrance of our Landmark Sangiovese along with a lovely bouquet of carnations. 

For the Pure Heart – Fumé Blanc & Sunflowers

This combination is for someone that reminds you of sunshine. It is easy to enjoy the golden brightness of Sunflowers and deliciously tropical Fumé Blanc!

For the Budding Romance – Salute Rosé & Peony

When you can’t help but blush, this combination is for you. Lovely and delicate, our Salute Rosé and a fresh bouquet of peonies say everything you need to say. 

For the Sweetest Sweetheart – Infinitum & Red Butterfly Ranunculus 

This is for someone who likes things sweet and unique. Savor each sip of this port-style dessert wine while basking in the delicate beauty of a butterfly ranunculus. Or, alongside chocolate roses!

For the Milestone – Proprietary Red & Iris

Sometimes, there’s room to be dramatic. Celebrate a milestone of love with a sweeping gesture, with ostentatious irises and a luxurious red wine. 

Happy Valentine’s Day from all of us at Rubino Estates! Come visit us and share a wonderful moment with a loved one!

Here at Rubino Estates, we like to stand up for under-represented varietals. Today, we are shining the spotlight on the beauty of Sangiovese, a bright red varietal of Italian origin. Often called by the nickname “Sangio” around here, this grape grows prolifically in its home region of Tuscany, and is the most planted varietal in Italy. In the US, it’s a rare, precious find, with fewer than 1,500 acres planted here in California. 

Sangiovese in California

In the 1980s, a subtle but impactful Cal-Ital movement took hold of the wine scene, wherein California’s wine lovers began to reach beyond French classics like Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir and explore the delicious world of Italian reds, Sangiovese included. Our estate has proudly cultivated Sangiovese since 2007, bringing Italian flair from California soil. In addition to our Sangiovese-forward blends, we produce a Sangiovese Rosé (Salute Rosé), our Riserva Sangiovese, and Landmark Sangiovese. 

Individual Expression

The deep purple grapes of Sangiovese produce a gorgeous red color and characteristic cherry flavors. The growing environment and winemaking techniques then determine the lovely layers of notes that build on that rich cherry foundation, so you’ll find that every Sangiovese expresses itself with individuality. These gorgeous wines with phenomenal flavor are well-respected worldwide, especially in their starring roles in iconic old-world blends like Chianti Classico and Super Tuscans. 

2020 Riserva Sangiovese

Our Riserva Sangiovese, which we are celebrating as January’s Wine of the Month, boasts juicy flavors and aromas you can relish. With balanced elements of fruit, acid, and tannin, it’s a pairing superstar, especially with pizza and pasta, but also with rare steak, roasted chicken, mushroom dishes, and anything with tomato sauce. For our wine aficionados enjoying Rubino Riserva Sangiovese, expect vivacious red fruit notes of wild strawberry, rich dark cherry, and a touch of lychee on the nose and the palate. Through the end and the finish, look for a light accent of floral character, like fresh roses, and a sassy whisper of black pepper. This vintage was aged in 100% French oak and sports a luscious mid-weight, smooth profile. Don’t forget to take a moment to appreciate the color—a light and vibrant ruby hue that no other varietal can match.