According to a recently filed license application, Martin Ray Vineyards & Winery — the Russian River Valley vineyard behind labels Martin Ray, Synthethis Wines, and Angeline Wines — is eyeing a retail spot in downtown Napa.
What Now San Francisco reached out to Owner Courtney Benham, but he was unable to provide additional information before the time of publication.
How the business intends to utilize the storefront and when it’s slated to open are still unclear, but its downtown location is sure to make it a popular destination. The new establishment will land at 1500 1st Street #120 near Cadet Wine & Beer Bar, Eiko’s Sushi, and Oenotri Italian Restaurant.
For readers who are unfamiliar with Martin Ray Vineyards and its labels, according to its website, the Santa Rosa business was established in 2003 — “on the edge of Green Valley at one of the oldest continually working wineries in California.”
They provide insight into their craft, sharing “While impeccable fruit is key, we take great care in every step of the wine-making process. Depending on the lot and vintage, we impart 15%-25% whole cluster fermentation and partial indigenous yeast fermentation. Separated by clone, we use small lot open-top fermenters, implementing consistent gentle punch downs for cap management. The must is then gently basket pressed. We use a distinct selection of coopers based on each individual lot and program.”
The article will be updated should additional information become available. In the meantime, follow Martin Ray Vineyards & Winery on Facebook and Instagram for updates.
