05/08/2026
From Grape Expectations Wine & Spirits
For the 2026 vintage, weβre offering the opportunity to craft your own private barrel of California wine for $5,500. A fully immersive, hands-on experience from grape to bottle.
This is more than just making wine. Itβs stepping into the role of winemaker!
Youβll select your varietals, work alongside our team, and take part in each stage of the process, including crushing, pressing, racking, and bottling. Over the course of nine months, youβll shape a wine that is entirely your own.
Whatβs Included:
Β· One 53-gallon oak barrel
Β· 21 crates of California-grown grapes (your selection)
Β· Guided, hands-on winemaking experience
Β· Full production support from our team
At the end of the process, your barrel will yield approximately:
Β· 20 cases | 240 bottles of your own handcrafted wine
Β· Equivalent to $275 per case | $22.98 per bottle
ο»ΏReserve Your Barrel
You can begin with a deposit of $275, or take advantage of one of the following limited-time incentives:
Option 1
Pay $5,000 in full by May 31, 2026
Receive $500 savings
Option 2
Submit a $2,500 deposit by May 31, 2026
Receive $500 savings applied to your balance
Secure your barrel by August 1, 2026.
If youβd like guidance on selecting your varietal or style, weβre happy to help. Reach out to Mike Schoenbaechler at [email protected] to start the conversation!