Yountville, CA – April 2025: Vinifera Wine Marketing, a California wine broker representing terroir-driven, family-owned wineries, is the new California representative for Larkmead Vineyards, one of the oldest family-owned wineries in Napa Valley.
Originally founded in 1895, the Larkmead estate has been under the stewardship of the Solari-Baker family since 1948. Since that time, the family has steadfastly farmed, replanted, and nurtured the 115-acre vineyard to produce some of the most recognized wines from Napa Valley. Situated on the floor of northern Napa Valley, the site extends from the facing Mayacamas and Vaca mountain ranges and encompasses multiple soil types; each is specifically planted to clonal-rootstock selections that are reflected in Larkmead’s 100% estate grown and produced wines. Larkmead wines have garnered over 150 scores of 95 points and above – two of which earned a perfect 100-point rating – a testament to the brilliance and quality of the vineyard and winemaking, and the dedication of the Solari-Baker family’s pursuit of excellence.
“Vinifera proudly represents family-owned, artisanal wineries of a historical nature in California, and Larkmead Vineyards is a natural fit for our portfolio. My team is anxious to bring the Larkmead wines to more wine programs in California,” said Gina Schober, Owner of Vinifera Wine Marketing. “I am personally excited to introduce Larkmead to a new, young generation of wine drinkers.”
Vinifera Wine Marketing is launching their representation of Larkmead Vineyards with Larkmead’s newest releases: 2023 Lillie Estate Sauvignon Blanc, 2022 Firebelle Estate Red Blend, 2022 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon and the flagship 2022 Solari Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, which will release this Fall.
We’re excited to be partnering with Vinifera’s team to tell the Larkmead story and bring smiles to the faces of those wine lovers who taste and experience the quality, flavors and aromas of the wines from this special vineyard site,” remarked Bill Vyenielo, President of Larkmead Vineyards.
The Solari Baker family has had steadfast and unwavering commitment to land stewardship since they purchased Larkmead Vineyards in 1948. In 2023, after nearly seven years of farming organically and several years of undergoing the rigorous certification process, Larkmead Vineyards received its official California Certified Organic Farmers (CCOF) status. The CCOF status further adds to the family’s commitment to land stewardship at Larkmead Vineyards. Their passion and philosophy for organic and balanced, regenerative farming have allowed the estate to perform at its highest potential. This philosophy, shared by Vinifera Wine Marketing, cemented Larkmead Vineyards as a perfect fit for Vinifera’s portfolio. Since its founding in 1985, Vinifera Wine Marketing has partnered with terroir-driven, family-owned, premium wineries, who are meticulous stewards of the land. Vinifera’s carefully curated portfolio offers wine buyers a diverse selection of varietals, winemaking styles, appellations, and price points – and all with great stories behind them.
About Vinifera Wine Marketing
Since 1985,Vinifera Wine Marketing has partnered with terroir-driven, family-owned, premium wineries. Our producers are meticulous stewards of the land with deep expertise in winemaking and farming. Vintage after vintage, these winemakers produce exceptional wines that capture the essence of time, place, and varietal. Vinifera’s carefully curated portfolio offers wine buyers a diverse selection of varietals, winemaking styles, appellations, and price points – and all with great stories behind them.
About Larkmead Vineyards
Larkmead Vineyards is one of the oldest family-owned wineries in Napa Valley. Originally founded in 1895, Larkmead has been under the stewardship of four generations of the Solari family starting in 1948. In that time, the family has planted, farmed, and nurtured the 115-acre vineyard to create some of the most recognized 100% estate grown and produced wines from Napa Valley. www.larkmead.com
