Andrew Lane Winery
Rooted in Napa. Raised on innovation. Made for explorers.
A Story Rooted in Tradition and Resilience
Named for Dave’s sons, Andrew and Lane, the winery officially launched in 2002. But its roots run deeper—back to a “Best of Show” win at the 1983 Napa Town & County Fair for Sauvignon Blanc and Chenin Blanc.
After a devastating fire on Mare Island destroyed their first Cabernet vintage, Drew moved operations to a submarine factory in Emeryville. There, he helped found the East Bay Vintners Alliance and championed a new generation of urban winemakers. From 2005 to 2009, the winery rose from the ashes, making waves in Food & Wine’s “Hidden, Affordable Napa Valley,” Gourmet Magazine, and The Wall Street Journal with its breakout Boxing Girl Beaujolais.
Then came 2020. The Glass Fire tore through the original family winery in the foothills of Howell Mountain—a one-two punch as flames swept down from the ridgeline and surged up from tributaries below, reducing it all to ash once again.
Today, Drew blends wine from a riverfront cottage at the tailwater of the Napa River, where floodwaters have deposited rich topsoil for millennia, giving rise to extraordinary wetlands. Up valley, vines cling to steep, nutrient-stripped slopes, forced to struggle—producing wines of rare intensity and concentration, especially where floodwaters once carved deep and ran wild.
Here in the estuary, we celebrate Napa’s diverse soils, shifting microclimates, and a family legacy built on resilience. And when the big one comes? We’ll ride it straight to the promised land, baby. Because Nature is Boss—a reminder to seize the finer moments in life. We hope to share a few with you.
Explore Our Wines
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Gamay Beaujolais
Bright, fresh, and approachable with lively red fruit notes. -
Boxing Girl Chardonnay
A picnic wine that really packs a punch — vibrant, bold, and playful. -
Rutherford Field Blend
Complex and layered, showcasing Napa’s roots and terroir-driven character. -
Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Bold, structured, and elegant—true to Napa’s iconic style.
OTHER WINE PARTNERS
CLOS DU VAL
Clos du Val Winery is a family-owned Napa Valley estate located in the renowned Stags Leap District, founded in 1972 and celebrated for its elegant, Bordeaux-inspired wines. Known for its role in the historic Judgment of Paris, the winery has built a legacy of crafting balanced, age-worthy wines that highlight the character of its estate vineyards. Today, across three generations of ownership, Clos du Val continues to focus on finesse, tradition, and a “fruit-first” winemaking philosophy.
MCKENZIE-MUELLER
McKenzie-Mueller Vineyards & Winery is a small, family-owned Napa Valley winery founded in 1989 by Karen McKenzie and Robert Mueller, a third-generation farmer and longtime winemaker. Nestled in the cool-climate Los Carneros region, the winery is known for producing old-world–inspired, small-lot wines that emphasize balance, aging potential, and a true expression of each vintage. With a hands-on, family-run approach, McKenzie-Mueller focuses on unfiltered wines crafted to be enjoyed with food, reflecting both tradition and a deep passion for the land.
SAINTSBURY
Saintsbury Winery is a family-owned Napa Valley producer founded in 1981, recognized as an early pioneer of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay in the Carneros region. Established by UC Davis–trained winemakers Richard Ward and David Graves, the winery focuses on crafting elegant, vineyard-driven wines that highlight balance, terroir, and a thoughtful, minimalist approach to winemaking. Today, Saintsbury continues its legacy with a commitment to small-lot production, strong vineyard partnerships, and a spirit of curiosity and craftsmanship.
BUTTUELO RANCH
Battuello Ranch (Battuello Vineyards) is a historic, family-owned Napa Valley estate in St. Helena with roots dating back to 1909, when Italian immigrant Matteo Battuello first settled and began farming the land. Now spanning five generations, the vineyard has long been known for supplying premium grapes to top Napa producers before launching its own small-lot wines in recent years. Focused on sustainable farming and estate-grown fruit, Battuello produces limited-production wines that reflect its deep agricultural heritage, including Cabernet Sauvignon and the rare Valdiguié, emphasizing tradition, craftsmanship, and a strong connection to the land.
Drew Dickson
Founder | Winemaker | Napa Valley Paddle Founder
A second-generation winemaker, Drew Dickson is known for his bold, handcrafted wines and deep connection to the Napa River Valley. A UC Davis Wine Executive Program alumnus, Drew sources grapes from trusted growers across Napa and Sonoma, focusing on quality and sustainable practice.
Outside the cellar, Drew leads Napa Valley Paddle on the Carneros estuary—bringing people together with the same passion and community spirit that fuels his wines.
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