About Us
Wines by Idle Cellars
Our Story
Our belief is that the essence of winemaking is getting dirty in the vineyard, ensuring the best of Sonoma makes it from the vine to the bottle through hands-on craftsmanship. Our knowledge and deep understanding of our agricultural surroundings allows us to choose what we believe are the best processes for each varietal of wine.
Our Sonoma Vineyards
At Idle Cellars, we seek out family-owned vineyards where we cultivate personal connections with owners and managers. Our preference for hands-on farming means we eschew machines and chemicals, opting instead to meticulously tend to every aspect, from pruning to harvesting.
How we work
Idle Cellars is a boutique micro-winery committed to producing exceptional small-batch wines that capture the essence of Sonoma County. From pruning and harvesting to fermentation and bottling, every step is handled with meticulous care, blending traditional techniques with innovative methods to create balanced, expressive wines.
Our Team
We are Ben Larks, a teacher and explorer from a far off land and Ari Heavner, an entrepreneur from Berkeley. Our shared affinity for world travel and adventure led us to connect in 2006 while working crush in Sonoma.
