welcome to Laraine Winery

in beautiful Calaveras County

Laraine Winery began as Gerber Vineyards, a small family-owned vineyard, in 1989. Working in the Los Angeles entertainment industry, the Gerbers first saw the vineyard as their retreat from a busy life. They began making Chardonnay in 1993. As these hand-crafted wines gained popularity, the Gerbers wished to share the vintages with others, and expanded the vineyard. Now, their Laraine wines can be found at premier restaurants and shops throughout California.

Nestled in its own tranquil valley among the Sierra Foothills at an elevation of 1800 feet are the Gerber Vineyards of Calaveras County. Originally planted in 1989 to 30 acres of Chardonnay, the vineyard thrived on the rocky slopes and it wasn't long before the Gerbers were selling their mountain fruit to the renowned Carneros Creek, Stag's Leap, and Rodney Strong wineries.

Under the watchful eye of new Vineyard Manager, Jose Aguilar, who comes to us after 20 years cultivating vines in Napa and Sonoma, the vineyard continues to grow and produce quality fruit. Jose's philosophy of feeding the soil and letting Mother Nature do the work mirrors that of Laraine.

The current vineyard, with 100 planted acres, is the largest in Calaveras County and consists of Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Syrah, Sangiovese, Malbec, and Petite Sirah.