Founded in 1924 and now six generations strong, Serres Ranch Wines is a rare blend of California heritage, family grit, and a relentless commitment to sustainability. When you meet Taylor Serres Murnig, who helps lead the family’s farming and wine operations, you immediately sense both history and heart. She and her father, John, along with her brothers Buck and John Marshall, carry forward a legacy that began well before Napa and Sonoma became synonymous with fine wine.
“We feel a great sense of pride to be caretakers and stewards of this amazing piece of land in the heart of the Sonoma Valley at Serres Ranch Wine” Taylor shared. “Our family’s commitment to sustainability and a shared passion for crafting the very best estate‑grown wines is paramount to everything we do. We live on this property. This is our home.”
One of the Farm Animals, Photo Courtesy of the Winery
The story of Serres Ranch reads like a snapshot of Sonoma history. The land was once owned by “Fighting Joe” Hooker — yes, the Civil War general — before it passed through a series of hands that finally settled with the Serres family in 1924. Over the years, they’ve farmed everything from cattle to blueberries, building a diverse operation that thrives on respect for the land.
Their vineyards — 130 acres of vines on a breathtaking 200‑acre ranch — tell that story beautifully. The family’s 2019 Marshall Estate Cabernet Sauvignon delivers the classic structure and power of Sonoma Valley fruit, while the 2019 Watriss Bordeaux Blend leans toward elegance and balance and the Rosé is the perfect Summer in a glass. And if you’re up for something fun, their Bleusé Sparkling Rosé, crafted from Aleatico grapes and estate blueberries, provides an option other than the wines listed above.
What I love most about the Serres family is how grounded they are. There’s no glossy over‑marketing, no vineyard pretense — just real people doing what they love, honoring the land, and creating wines that feel as personal as their story. Taylor still leads ATV tours of the property herself, weaving through the vines before stopping for a charcuterie spread under the oaks. It’s the kind of experience that reminds you wine should be both educational and joyful.
This past June, the Serres family hosted an anniversary celebration at their ranch, sharing the past century’s milestones with friends, family, and guests who have supported their journey.
What makes Serres Ranch special isn’t just what’s in the bottle—it’s what’s behind it. This is a place where farming still dictates the rhythm of labor, where the winemaking crew laughs through the long days, and where authenticity doesn’t need a marketing plan.
