About

Drava Wines in Lodi, California, combines the winegrowing capabilities of the Lodi appellation with the spirit of Slovenia's Štajerska region, home to the world's oldest noble grape vine. They produce small-batch whites, rosé, and reds from local vineyards, featuring unique varietals like Grüner Veltliner, Peloursin, and old vine Zinfandel. Inspired by Maribor, Slovenia, their wines emphasize Slovenian sensibilities in California terroir.

Štajerska/Slovenian inspiration Small production (50-75 cases per wine) Old vine Zinfandel and Carignane Obscure varietals like Peloursin and Grüner Veltliner Maribor reserve blend
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What They Make
2022 Torrontes Riojano
Northern Spanish white grape from Galt, Lodi. Between Muscat and Sauvignon Blanc aromatically. 13.1% alc, 55 cases.
$23
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2023 Grüner Veltliner
Partially fermented in neutral French oak and stainless. Stone fruit notes. 14.1% alc, 57 cases.
$23
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2024 Albariño
Partially fermented in neutral French oak and stainless. Meyer lemon, citrus, melons, elevated acidity. 13.2% alc, 61 cases.
$23
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2022 Grenache Rose
Fermented on skins, barrel aged 10 months. Kiwi, watermelon, soft finish. 13.7% alc, 64 cases.
$23
wine
2021 Tempranillo
Fennel, marinara, fleshy palate. 14.6% alc, 75 cases.
$29
wine
2022 Old Vine Carignane / Nicolini Vineyard
1930 planted vineyard south of Lodi. Medium-bodied, herbes de Provence. 13.9% alc, 50 cases.
$29
wine
2022 Petite Sirah
Chewy, tannic, West Woodbridge Road, new French oak. 14.5% alc, 62 cases.
$29
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2022 Old Vine Zinfandel / Wegat Vineyard
Viscous, intense dark flavors. 16.0% alc, 50 cases.
$29
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2023 Montepulciano
Rose, geranium, juicy yet firm. 14.6% alc, 50 cases.
$29
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2023 Mourvedre
Tablas Creek clone, eucalyptus, garrigue, black cherry. 15.5% alc, 50 cases.
$29
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2023 Peloursin
Obscure Rhone varietal, vanilla-creamed coffee, cherry. 12.8% alc, 50 cases.
$29
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2023 Petite Sirah
Mohr-Fry Vineyard, blue/black berry, tannic. 14.8% alc, 50 cases.
$29
wine
2023 Sangiovese
Marmellata clone, spices, herbs, flowers. 13.2% alc, 64 cases.
$29
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2023 Maribor Red Wine
Blend of Petite Sirah, Peloursin, Mourvedre. Smoky oak, dark fruits. 14.3% alc, 50 cases.
$36
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Awards
Silver Medal, San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition 2022 2022
Bronze Medal, Lodi Wine Awards 2021 2021
Latest News

News from 2016-2019 includes media visits by Modesto Bee (2019), Stockton Record (2017), Good Day Sacramento (2016), and wine blogger Randy Caparoso (2016). No recent updates.