Classical expressions of well-known and rare grape varieties
Napa, California
Our story in a few words...
Steve and Jill Klein Mathiason started Matthiasson wines in 2003 after working for many years in the sustainable agriculture and local food movement. For us, winemaking is a natural extension of farming. Our wines are classical expressions of different grape varieties, some well-known like Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon, and some rare like Ribolla Gialla and Refosco (originaly grown in the Friuli region of Italy). The wines are refreshing, complement food, and are moderate in alcohol. ***Note: For summer months, Matthiasson will provide overnight shipping for $30 for all orders on Vinebase.***
Since launching Matthiasson in 2003, our wines have been highly regarded by both customers and critics. Steve Matthiasson has been named Winemaker of the Year by both the San Francisco Chronicle and Food and Wine Magazine, and he is a six- time nominee for the prestigious James Beard Award. The New York Times wine reviewer, Eric Asimov, wrote that, “...their [Matthiasson] wines bear an agricultural stamp, as fresh, lively and alive as the best produce from a farmers market...”
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As committed environmentalists running a family business, the health of the land is critical, but our team is just as important. We believe in fair wages, flexibility with schedules, help with professional development and tuition assistance with nearly every employee engaged in expanding their education .
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We hope you'll enjoy some of our wines, and thanks for your support!
***Note: For summer months, Matthiasson will provide overnight shipping for $30 for all orders on Vinebase.***
"Matthiasson is a family-owned and sustainability-focused winery that got there the classic Californian way, they are farmers that became winemakers. They make some classic wines, but if you explore their catalog you can sometimes find some interesting grape varietals not normally seen in America. They have a huge passion for sustainable agriculture which translates quite well into their minimal interventionist methods and the wine itself. Their Cabernet is a bit more of an old-world style with only 13% alcohol, so grab it and see how different it is than a new world Napa Cab!"
"Steve and Jill Matthiasson walk the walk of true leaders in the sustainable agriculture movement. Not only are they wildly talented and smart, they are generous and kind with their time and knowledge- these are the kind of people I love to support.
Many of us *cough, me, cough* may think of Napa Valley wines as being heavy, jammy, often over-everything: extraction, alcohol, oak. Mattiasson wines have changed the way I think about the region. Food-friendly, balanced, elegant wines abound, Steve lives out the old adage that great wine is made in the vineyard. They work with a mix of classic and rare varieties, and consistently over-deliver on QPR (quality-to-price-ratio). You can feel really good about these wines, both because they are absolutely delicious, and because of the thoughtful farming and production behind them. "
"Hooray for natural winemaking practices, including organic farming and native fermentations! I am a big believer that meals should be enjoyed with wine, and the best wines to go with food are lower in alcohol and heavy oak influence, and inherently quaffable. Matthiasson nails this philosophy. They also produce some offbeat grape varieties, which is a breath of fresh air in a sea of Cabs & Chards. "
"Matthiasson Winery is a must see in Napa. Their wines are made to compliment foods so as an avid foodie and wine lover what more could you ask for? They have a great balance of well known and rare varietals that are all made delicately and balanced! If you get a chance to go for a tour, make sure you try the 2017 Matthiasson Sauvignon Blanc / Semillon! "
"Hello World (and Vinebase)!
This is my first post as a Tastemaker, and I’m so excited to get started and share my wine findings on Vinebase with you.
I soon will have another shipment from Matthiasson on the way, so I figured that I would kick off with a brief post about them.
Unlike the rest of my last Napa trip, I ended up with only a single picture from the Matthiasson vineyard in Oak Knoll, which seemingly does justice to how off the beaten path it was (and such a hidden gem it is).
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At Matthiasson, the tasting was super relaxed. We sat at a picnic table with Jill and tasted through all of their wines. Everything was fantastic, and I ended up shipping a plethora of bottles home. Those bottles didn’t last very long (maybe a month?) before getting consumed. For this reason, I definitely need to acquire more.
Once the next shipment is in, I will post some more content about their wines, along with some tasting notes.
In the meantime, cheers!🍷
-Alex"
"The best winemakers know that the best wines are made in the vineyard. Steve and Jill are first and foremost farmers, and that's why their wines turn out so beautifully year after year! "
"What I love about Matthiasson Wines is that they make refreshing, food-friendly, lower alcohol wines that focus more on finesse than power. That is my wine-drinking love language! Their Cabernet Sauvignon is a total dream for me and is one of my favorite ever Napa Cabs. With Matthiasson, come for the sustainable farming and winemaking practices, and stay for the absolutely delicious wines."
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