About
Kalin Cellars is a boutique winery in Novato, California, known for its artisanal, old-world style wines. Founded in 1977 by Terry and Frances Leighton, it specializes in small-batch, long-aged wines made with minimal intervention, reflecting a deep commitment to traditional winemaking techniques.
Products
Chardonnay Cuvée LD
A full-bodied Chardonnay with balanced acidity, offering flavors of apple, pear, and subtle oak.
Cuvée DD Pinot Noir
A complex, elegant Pinot Noir with notes of cherry, earth, and spice, aged for extended periods to develop depth.
Sauvignon Blanc Reserve
A crisp, aromatic white with grassy and tropical fruit notes, aged sur lie for added complexity.
Semillon Livermore Valley
A rich, textured white wine with citrus and honeyed notes, showcasing the unique terroir of Livermore Valley.
Sparkling Brut
A traditional method sparkling wine with fine bubbles and notes of brioche and green apple.
Awards
Silver Medal, California State Fair 1998
2023
Gold Medal, San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition 2000
2000