Duckhorn Vineyards

Duckhorn Vineyards produces a collection of wines, spanning red, white, and rosé styles. The core bottlings are rooted in Napa Valley and include Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Sauvignon Blanc, with select grapes also sourced from Sonoma County. Limited Chardonnay and small-lot releases round out the range.

Beyond the flagship winery, The Duckhorn Portfolio includes sister labels that explore different regions and styles: Decoy offers approachable California selections, including sparkling; Goldeneye centers on Anderson Valley Pinot Noir; Paraduxx emphasizes Napa Valley blended reds; Migration highlights Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from cool-climate sites; and Canvasback showcases Washington State terroir.

Together, these wines link Duckhorn Vineyards’ Napa roots with diverse expressions across the West Coast.

Duckhorn Vineyards earns broad appeal through focus on site, craftsmanship, and consistency across price tiers.

• Proven pedigree — Three Palms Vineyard Merlot has earned top accolades, underscoring leadership in Merlot.
• Estate and grower relationships — access to prime Napa Valley and North Coast vineyards supports quality and vintage-to-vintage reliability.
• Distinctive style — ripe California fruit balanced by structure, freshness, and measured oak influence.
• Range and availability — from flagship Duckhorn bottlings to Decoy’s everyday wines, the portfolio meets many occasions without sacrificing quality.

Key wines and vineyards:

• Three Palms Vineyard Merlot, Napa Valley
• Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
• Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc

• Who founded Duckhorn Vineyards and when?
  Dan and Margaret Duckhorn founded the winery in 1976.
• Where is Duckhorn Vineyards located?
  St. Helena, Napa Valley, California, with tastings available at the Estate House.
• What is Duckhorn Vineyards best known for?
  Merlot, especially from the Napa Valley Three Palms Vineyard, which has earned international acclaim, including Wine Spectator’s Wine of the Year.
• Does Duckhorn produce other types of wine?
  Yes. In addition to Merlot, the lineup includes Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc, limited-production Chardonnay, and select rosé and sparkling offerings via sister labels.
• What is The Duckhorn Portfolio?
  The corporate collection of sister wineries led by Duckhorn Vineyards; see the overview above for the current lineup.