Family-Owned Winery Moves to Restructure Under Chapter 11

Robledo Family Winery, Inc., a boutique winery based in Sonoma, California, enters bankruptcy as a small business debtor.​

Written By Twinkle Jha
Robledo Family Winery, Inc. filed a bankruptcy petition on April 8 (Image credit: Furkanfdemir | Pexels | Created on Canva)

A Sonoma, California-based winery has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Court filings currently describe it as a “small business debtor.” Hoping to readjust its finances through the process, Robledo Family Winery, Inc. has made a Chapter 11 filing.

The boutique winery produces a range of wines. It also features a tasting room for guests.

Operations are expected to continue as the company moves through the restructuring process.

Robledo Family Winery, Inc. Files for Chapter 11

The debtor voluntarily submitted its petition on April 8, 2026, as per case filings. Its complete case details are available on PACER. CEO Everardo Robledo signed the petition as the company’s authorized representative.

The case is being handled in the Santa Rosa Division of the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of California.

Attorney Douglas B. Provencher of Embolden Law PC is offering legal representation to the debtor.

Case Related Details

RK Consultants classifies the company as a small business debtor under federal bankruptcy law. The company is proceeding under Subchapter V of Chapter 11.

Filing details add that the aggregate noncontingent liquidated debts of the debtor are below $3,424,000. This amount excludes debts owed to the winery’s insiders and affiliates. In addition, the value is expected to change on April 1, 2028, and every three years after that.

Further information listed in the Chapter 11 petition is here:

  • Filing Date: April 8, 2026
  • Court and Jurisdiction: U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of California (Santa Rosa Division)
  • Type of Filing: Active, Voluntary Petition, Subchapter V
  • Chapter: 11
  • Case Number: 26-10229
  • Estimated Assets: $1,000,001-$10 million
  • Estimated Liabilities: $1,000,001-$10 million
  • Reason for Filing: Restructure business under court supervision

The company reports between one and 49 creditors. Filings include a list of the 20 largest unsecured creditors, excluding insiders. Some of these are American Express Blue Business Line of Credit, Kapitus, Winecare Logistics, and Crown Lift Trucks.

Filings indicate there may be funds available for unsecured creditors. The company also submitted a corporate ownership statement.

About the Company

Robledo Family Winery, Inc. produces a wide variety of wines from Sonoma, Lake, and Napa counties. It also operates a tasting room, which is the first in the country to be set up by a migrant Mexican family, the official website states.

The boutique winery started commercial production with Reynaldo and Maria Robledo at the helm in 1997, although it originally became involved in vineyard work in the 1940s.

The filing allows the winery to restructure its finances under court supervision. The case will proceed through the bankruptcy process in the coming weeks.

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Twinkle Jha is a content writer passionate about crafting engaging and informative pieces for diverse audiences. She holds a degree in Journalism & Mass Communication that helps her create news-based articles related to restaurants, retail, and real estate in the US. With five years of writing experience, Twinkle has a strong base for her research, allowing her to create compelling content. Her keen eye for detail and creative approach make her writing stand out. When not working, she loves to watch movies.
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