launched Blacksmith Cellars in 2003 with the release of his Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. Matt threw himself into every aspect of the winemaking process, from tending the grapes to pressing, blending, and bottling.

The result is an elegant wine that elebrates the artistry, craftsmanship, and tradition of great independent inemaking. "I wanted my first wine to be a top-quality, uncompromising Cabernet," he says. "This wine is everything I hoped it would be!"

The newest vintage of this exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon is now ready for release, and a limited supply of last year's remarkable, age-worthy vintage is still available.

2005 Alexander Valley Syrah
2007 Alexander Valley Late Harvest Syrah

Current Releases
2004 Alexander Valley Cabernet
2006 North Coast Chardonnay
2007 Monterey Chenin Blanc

Future Releases
2006 Furlong Vineyard Grenache/Syrah
2006 Coyote Crest Vineyard Syrah
2006 Alexander Valley Adamantine
2008 Alta Mesa Torrontes
2008 Alta Mesa Verdelho
2008 North Coast Chenin Blanc
2007 North Coast Late Harvest Malvasia Bianca

Honors and Awards
The Bay Area's East Bay Express named Blacksmith Cellars "Best Winery" in its 2007 annual round-up of the East Bay's finest.

Blacksmith Cellars' 2004 Monterey Chenin Blanc won a 4 Star Gold Medal (the highest mark awarded) in the 2005 Orange County Fair Commercial Wine Competition.

Tasting Room
We participate in the Suisun Valley Wine Cooperative Tasting Room, which is open Thursday through Sunday. Visit the site for hours and location.