Bear River Winery

Bear River Winery & Distillery has officially closed as of June 01, 2025. The winery was known for producing small lots of handcrafted wines using traditional methods from grapes sourced in northern Sierra vineyards. Their signature varietals included Barbera, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, and Sangiovese, with a focus on organic farming practices. Awards include multiple Bronze Medals at the SF Chronicle Wine Competition and California State Fair Commercial Wine Competition for wines such as their 2013 Barbera, 2014 Primitivo, and 2016 Tempranillo. The winery's tasting experience was available by appointment only, with a selection of wines including their Bear River White, Chardonnay, Barbera, Primitivo, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Their wines were described as having rich fruit forward flavors, robust jammy notes, and classic varietal characteristics. The winery's atmosphere and vibe were described as family-operated and boutique, with a focus on handcrafted wines using traditional methods. Unfortunately, the winery is no longer in operation due to its closure in 2025.

Written by Ava from public sources. Not written or reviewed by the winery.