Francis Ford Coppola Winery and Hester Creek announce new wine releases

Francis Ford Coppola Winery is expanding its holiday selection with the introduction of a California Brut Cuvée and a 2024 Sonoma County Pinot Noir. The Brut Cuvée, priced at $25, is produced using the Charmat method to maintain fruit and citrus notes. The Pinot Noir, priced at $20, utilizes Sonoma County’s cool, foggy growing conditions to produce cherry and spice profiles. A Sonoma County Sauvignon Blanc is expected to join the collection early next year.

Hester Creek has also released its 2025 vintage lineup, which includes Chardonnay, Character Red, Select Vineyards Cabernet Merlot, and Select Vineyards Merlot. These releases follow a period of recovery from winter damage to recent harvests. Additionally, the winery is featuring its 2022 Old Vine Brut, a traditional-method sparkling wine made from Pinot Blanc grown on the Golden Mile Bench estate. The Old Vine Brut underwent 24 months of aging before its February 2025 disgorgement.