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Van Ruiten Family Winery

Lodi, CA 95242

www.vrwinery.com

340 W Hwy 12
Lodi, CA 95242
(209) 334-5722
Fax : 209 334-5726
Email: info@vrwinery.com

Tasting room hours: --- (Map)
Daily 11am to 5pm
Monday:	11:00 AM.	5:00 PM.
Tuesday:	11:00 AM.	5:00 PM.
Wednesday:	11:00 AM.	5:00 PM.
Thursday:	11:00 AM.	5:00 PM.
Friday:	11:00 AM.	5:00 PM.
Saturday:	11:00 AM.	5:00 PM.
Sunday:	11:00 AM.	5:00 PM.

As a Family we will explore new opportunities,<br>Nurture those that can make a difference,<br>And pass along knowledge gained from one generation to the next.”-John Van Ruiten Sr.<br><br>It was the dream of a young Dutch immigrant to grow quality grapes and produce truly outstanding wines. After his arrival in the United States shortly after World War II, John Van Ruiten settled in the rich farmlands of the Lodi area. His desire to have his own land was quickly realized when in the early 1950’s, and with his personal ‘sweat equity’, John bought his first old vine Zinfandel vineyard and began growing wine grapes in the Lodi Appellation.<br> <br>Five decades later, our family farms over 800 acres of wine grapes, with only our very best fruit destined to carry out the family name. After more than fifty years, our ambition became a reality as the Van Ruiten Family Winery was built just prior to the 2000 harvest. Three generations of family now work together to tend to the vineyards and manage our winery. We as a family believe that hard work and an uncompromising commitment to top quality are the cornerstones of our business.<br>-The Van Ruiten Family<br>

Winemaker Ryan Leeman
In 2003 Ryan moved to California to join the Van Ruiten Family Winery. Van Ruiten has over five decades of producing top quality wine grapes. Now coupled with their state of the art facility and Ryan’s passion for excellence, the Van Ruiten Family is positioned to be a leader for super premium wines from Lodi, California. Ryan has crafted numerous gold medal wines for Van Ruiten including his 2002 Old Vine Zinfandel that was rated 98 points. Ryan’s most recent accomplishment was the 2006 Old Vine Zinfandel which was voted “Best in California” at the Lodi International Wine Competition in 2008. He assures us that more are to follow these award-winning Zinfandels.<br><br> In Ryan’s words, “The Van Ruiten Family possesses all the elements to make us one of California’s most recognized producers – top quality estate vineyards, a state of the art winery, and an experienced team to help us realize this goal.”<br>

Red ------------- ---	2007 Carignane Appellation: Lodi Winemaker: Ryan Leeman Carignane was the most widely planted red varietal in France. It also is grown in Italy, Spain, Algeria and Israel. It once was the most planted variety in the new world. Today, only a few of the ancient Carignane vineyards remain in California. Traditionally, Carignane, has been used as a blending grape because of its excellent yields, great acidity, and firm tannins. Van Ruiten Family is one of a few wineries to vinify this varietal. Our 2007 Ancient Vine Carignane hails from a 98 ye... ...read more 100 cases produced Question? Comment? info@vrwinery.com	$29.99 Regular as of 01/11	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (209) 334-5722 Fax: (209).334-5726 Tasting Room Open Today 11:00 AM-5:00 PM Info & Map Lodi, CA
Red ------------- ---	2007 Petite Sirah Appellation: Lodi Winemaker: Ryan Leeman Petite Sirah grapes have been grown in the Lodi area for over a century and have historically been used as a red blending wine. Today’s wine drinkers have discovered the distinct characteristics of this varietal; dark hues, exotic aromas of allspice, plums, and green tea, with flavors of black cherries and ripe plums. Exhibiting generous tannins and a lengthy finish, this Petite Sirah should benefit from several years of aging, yet make a terrific accompaniment to a hearty stew, lamb, or wild... ...read more 200 cases produced Question? Comment? info@vrwinery.com	$19.99 Regular as of 01/11	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (209) 334-5722 Fax: (209).334-5726 Tasting Room Open Today 11:00 AM-5:00 PM Info & Map Lodi, CA
Red ------------- ---	2007 Pinot Noir Appellation: California Winemaker: Ryan Leeman Dark ruby color moving to garnet, the wine displays red cherry, spice, vanilla and caramel reminding me of a beautiful cherry flamb�^©. Ripe red fruit, vanilla, cedar, and toasted butterscotch give the wine a long finish. Fine tannins carry the finish currently and should mellow with time. Eighteen months in French barrels has created a sense of integration and harmony in the wine, which, while drinking nicely now, will continue to evolve for five to ten y... ...read more 950 cases produced Question? Comment? info@vrwinery.com	$22.99 Regular as of 01/11	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (209) 334-5722 Fax: (209).334-5726 Tasting Room Open Today 11:00 AM-5:00 PM Info & Map Lodi, CA
Red ------------- ---	2007 Old Vine Zinfandel Appellation: Lodi Winemaker: Ryan Leeman These grapes are hand-selected from the first vineyard John Van Ruiten planted in 1952. The grapes are hand selected and sorted again before going into the fermentation tanks, this allows for only the best fruit to go into this wine. The wine is then aged 8 months in American oak barrels to mature before bottling. Our 2007 Old Vine Zinfandel is packed full of blackberry, cherry, and blueberry jam with barrel flavors contributing aromas of coffee, cedar, and finishing with licorice anise.... ...read more Acclaim: Awarded 'Best Zin' in America by Wall Street Journal 5000 cases produced Question? Comment? info@vrwinery.com	$22.99 Regular as of 01/11	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (209) 334-5722 Fax: (209).334-5726 Tasting Room Open Today 11:00 AM-5:00 PM Info & Map Lodi, CA
Red ------------- ---	2008 Old Vine Zinfandel Appellation: Lodi Winemaker: Ryan Leeman These grapes are hand-selected from the first vineyard John Van Ruiten planted in 1952. The grapes are hand selected and sorted again before going into the fermentation tanks, this allows for only the best fruit to go into this wine. The wine is then aged 8 months in American oak barrels to mature before bottling. Our 2008 Old Vine Zinfandel is packed full of blackberry, cherry, and blueberry jam with barrel flavors contributing aromas of coffee, cedar, and finishing with licorice anise.... ...read more 1500 cases produced Question? Comment? info@vrwinery.com	$22.99 Regular as of 01/11	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (209) 334-5722 Fax: (209).334-5726 Tasting Room Open Today 11:00 AM-5:00 PM Info & Map Lodi, CA
Red ------------- ---	2006 Van Ruiten Vineyards Cab-Shiraz Appellation: Lodi Blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Winemaker: Ryan Leeman The practice of blending more than one variety of wine has been practiced in Europe for centuries and is the basis for our Cab-Shiraz. This full-bodied, yet very approachable blend is loaded with flavors of blackberries, cherries, currants, and plums. A lengthy finish and just a hint of oak make this wine an ideal pairing with most grilled meat, pasta sauce, or tomato-based meals. 1000 cases produced Question? Comment? info@vrwinery.com	$18.99 Regular as of 01/11	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (209) 334-5722 Fax: (209).334-5726 Tasting Room Open Today 11:00 AM-5:00 PM Info & Map Lodi, CA
White ---	2007 Chardonnay Appellation: Lodi Winemaker: Ryan Leeman To ensure that the grapes are gently squeezed and allow the natural fruit character to shine through, a gravity fed, whole cluster pressing is used for 100% of our Chardonnay to eliminate the bitterness that typically results from crusher-destemmers. Half of the Chardonnay was stainless steel fermented, and temperature was monitored not to exceed 62° F to produce a slower, cooler fermentation. Then half of the Chardonnay was barrel fermented in small French oak barrels. These lots are then bl... ...read more 1800 cases produced Question? Comment? info@vrwinery.com	$13.99 Regular as of 01/11	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (209) 334-5722 Fax: (209).334-5726 Tasting Room Open Today 11:00 AM-5:00 PM Info & Map Lodi, CA
White ---	2007 Pinot Grigio Appellation: Lodi Pinot Gris Winemaker: Ryan Leeman The 2007 Pinot Grigio is brilliant in color and accentuated with powerful aromas of peach blossom, pear, and apple, subtly enriched with notes of apricot and melon. Flavors of tropical fruit are framed with bright acidity that allows the intense fruit flavors to shine. The Pinot Grigio was stainless steel fermented, and temperature was monitored not to exceed 62° F to produce a slower, cooler fermentation that enhanced complexities of body, flavor, and aroma. Its versatility makes it the... ...read more 1500 cases produced Question? Comment? info@vrwinery.com	$13.99 Regular as of 01/11	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (209) 334-5722 Fax: (209).334-5726 Tasting Room Open Today 11:00 AM-5:00 PM Info & Map Lodi, CA

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