About
Vino Noceto Winery is the House of Sangiovese in Amador County's Shenandoah Valley, specializing in Old-World style Italian varietals like Sangiovese, Sagrantino, Barbera, Aglianico, and Zinfandel from America's oldest vines. Established in 1987 with estate vineyards, they produce bright, balanced, food-friendly wines that have earned hundreds of gold medals and 90+ point reviews, hailed by critics as California's best Sangiovese. Their vineyard-side tasting room in Plymouth welcomes dogs and children, offering a friendly experience with tours and private tastings.
Amador County Sangiovese
Italian varietals like Sagrantino and Aglianico
Estate vineyards in Shenandoah Valley
Oldest Zinfandel vines in America
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What They Make
Sangiovese
Signature varietal, bright, balanced, food-friendly, multiple versions from estate vineyards
Sagrantino
Rarer Italian varietal, smoky, earthy, intense
Frivolo
Slightly sparkling Moscato
Port
Including library vintages like 2009
Barbera
Italian varietal
Aglianico
Italian varietal
Zinfandel
From the oldest vines in America
Awards
Gold Medal, Amador County Wine Competition 2021
2021
Silver Medal, California State Fair 2020
2020
Upcoming Events
Go Nuts with Noceto
upcoming
Event tied to 'Noceto' meaning 'Little Nut' in Italian
Sip & Celebrate
recurring
Barbecues, concerts, seminars, or plan your own event
Latest News
In the News: An Interview with Winemaker Rusty Folena (February 27, 2017); Frivolo in a Can: The Birth of An Idea (March 23, 2017)