Failla Wines is a winery in St. Helena, CA. The winery specializes in producing varietals that capture the essence of cool climates, including Syrah, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir.
The history of the winery began in 1998 with the first vintage release under the name Failla-Jordan. Owner and winemaker Ehren Jordan utilizes his viticultural training in France to influence farming and winemaking choices, often experimenting with different soil types, rootstocks, and climates. The estate vineyards in Cazadero consist of eleven acres that produce Syrah, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir. The winery's programs have expanded to include fruit from various notable sources, such as Hirsch Vineyard, Occidental Ridge, and Seven Springs Vineyard in Oregon. The Chardonnay stable includes bottlings from Napa locations like Hudson Vineyard in Carneros and Haynes Vineyard in Coombsville, while Syrah production utilizes fruit from the estate as well as Kick Ranch in Sonoma.
Failla Wines is recognized for having well-documented business information available online, ensuring that essential details are easily accessible to those interested in their vintages and estate offerings.
The winery provides a dedicated approach to viticulture and winemaking that highlights the unique characteristics of California's coolest regions.