A visit to Hewitt Vineyard offers a focused way to experience Rutherford Cabernet through a single vineyard lens. Tastings highlight vineyard character, vintage evolution, and the craftsmanship that defines each bottling.
Hewitt tastings are hosted at Beaulieu Vineyard in Rutherford, providing an intimate, unhurried setting to explore one historic site through time. Whether discovering Rutherford Cabernet for the first time or returning to deepen your understanding, the experience is rooted in place and thoughtfully guided.
The Tasting Experience
Hewitt tastings are conducted with a dedicated wine educator who focuses on conversation, texture, and vineyard expression rather than formality. The experience is designed to offer clarity around structure, balance, and the evolution of a single Rutherford site.
What to Expect
- A curated tasting of four Hewitt Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignons
- Insight into Rutherford terroir and our single vineyard philosophy
- Discussion of vintage variation, structure, and ageability
- Time to explore aroma, balance, and finish at a comfortable pace
Featured Vintages
Current tastings include the 2018, 2019, 2021, and 2022 vintages, offering a multi year perspective on how the vineyard expresses itself across seasons.
On occasion, a library selection may be included to provide additional context around aging and evolution. During select days, guests may also have the opportunity to taste Double Plus, depending on availability.
This approach offers both collectors and first-time visitors a thoughtful way to experience continuity and variation from one site over time.
Planning Your Visit
Location & Setting
Tastings take place at:
Beaulieu Vineyard
1960 St. Helena Highway
Rutherford, CA 94573
This historic location enhances the narrative of place while keeping the focus on Hewitt Vineyard’s expression.
Reservations & Booking
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Tastings are available by reservation only, daily by appointment
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$75 per person, complimentary for Hewitt Members
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Book online (mobile-friendly) or by phone at (707) 968 3633
Advance booking is recommended to ensure availability. Duration and tasting options vary; check current hours on the booking page.
Visiting as a Member
Hewitt Members enjoy complimentary tastings and may access additional experiences, including priority booking or invitations tied to special releases or events. For prospective members, a tasting visit provides a meaningful way to explore the wines and vineyard philosophy.
Extend the Experience
A Deeper Way to Taste
Experiencing the wines alongside vineyard stories, soils, and seasons brings clarity to concepts like Rutherford Dust and single vineyard expression.
What Rutherford Dust Really Means
Continuing the Journey
Guests often purchase current releases or join the membership to receive future allocations and access to library wines.
Buy Hewitt Rutherford Cabernet Online
Reserve Your Visit
Book a tasting in Rutherford to experience Hewitt Vineyard from vineyard to glass.
Book a Tasting in Rutherford
Join the Hewitt Membership
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation?
Yes, tastings are available by reservation only.
How long is the tasting?
Length varies depending on the experience. Full details are provided during booking.
Can I purchase wine during my visit?
Yes, guests may purchase current releases following their tasting.
Rutherford Cabernet, Single Vineyard, and the Hewitt Story
