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Cellar 13 Winery

Cellar 13 Winery celebrates heritage and artistry through handcrafted, award-winning wines. Native American Winemaker Darin Winton crafts Cherokee-inspired Bordeaux blends, named in Cherokee and adorned with his uncle John Balloue’s artwork, honoring their cultural roots. Alongside partner Gail Henderson, they create intimate off-site experiences that make every guest feel uniquely valued. Passionate and heartfelt, Cellar 13 offers a distinctive journey into the harmony of tradition and craft.

Awards

Gold Medal | 93 Points - Orange County Fair Commercial Wine Competition and Sunset International Wine Competition
2023 Albariño

Double Gold | 97 Points - Sunset International Wine Competition
2019 Cabernet Sauvignon

Hand picked, small lot wines made with passion from only the best fruit.

Cellar 13 Winery Winemaker

(925) 980-5648