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Lava Cap Winery Pioneers in geologically driven wines, Lava Cap crafts wines from unique volcanic soils high in the Sierra Nevada foothills.
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Lava Cap Winery is a family owned and operated winery located in the Sierra Foothills of Northern California. We implement old world labor-intensive techniques and sustainable agricultural practices to hand-craft our wines.

Estate Barbera coming in today!One of our favorite varieties to grow; bright acidity, vibrant fruit, and plenty of chara...
09/28/2026

Estate Barbera coming in today!

One of our favorite varieties to grow; bright acidity, vibrant fruit, and plenty of character from our high-elevation volcanic estate.

Another piece of the 2026 harvest officially in the cellar.

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Harvest is officially turning red.We’ve begun picking our estate Merlot, marking the earnest start of red grape harvest ...
09/14/2026

Harvest is officially turning red.

We’ve begun picking our estate Merlot, marking the earnest start of red grape harvest at Lava Cap. After weeks of whites and rosé, the cellar is shifting gears.

Another misty day, another pick of Chardonnay and Viognier. As has been the case this year, extremely low yields but ext...
09/03/2026

Another misty day, another pick of Chardonnay and Viognier. As has been the case this year, extremely low yields but extremely concentrated!

First pick of 2026!Harvest is officially underway at Lava Cap with Dolcetto for Rosé coming off the vine this morning, a...
08/13/2026

First pick of 2026!

Harvest is officially underway at Lava Cap with Dolcetto for Rosé coming off the vine this morning, a full two weeks earlier than last year. Here we go!

Even the Stellar’s jays know the deck is the place to be.This is the bird featured on our Lava Cap labels, and we’re alw...
06/11/2026

Even the Stellar’s jays know the deck is the place to be.

This is the bird featured on our Lava Cap labels, and we’re always happy to see one stop by the w**ery.

Join us this Saturday, June 13, from 5 PM to 8 PM for our Summer Concert Series featuring Georgetown Boys. Enjoy great w**es, vineyard views, and food available from Taylor’s Casa de Carnitas food truck.

No cover. No RSVP required.

Bring a chair or blanket, grab a glass, and enjoy the evening.

Saturday plans?Join us at Lava Cap this Saturday, June 6 from 5pm-8pm for live music by Cash Prophets in the vineyard.Gr...
06/03/2026

Saturday plans?

Join us at Lava Cap this Saturday, June 6 from 5pm-8pm for live music by Cash Prophets in the vineyard.

Great w**e, live music, sunset views, and no cover.

Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy the evening with us. Please no outside alcohol or dogs at concerts.

See you Saturday!
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Our Summer Concert Series kicks off this Saturday, May 30! 🎶🍷Join us in the vineyard from 5 PM to 8 PM for live music by...
05/28/2026

Our Summer Concert Series kicks off this Saturday, May 30! 🎶🍷

Join us in the vineyard from 5 PM to 8 PM for live music by Colton Mountain, great w**e, delicious food from Taylor’s Casa de Carnitas food truck, and a perfect evening in the vines.

Saturday, May 30
5 PM to 8 PM
No cover. No RSVP required.

Bring a chair or blanket, grab a glass of w**e, and enjoy sunset views over the vineyard.

Please no outside alcohol or dogs at concerts.
See you Saturday!

May 30th, don’t miss it!
05/25/2026

May 30th, don’t miss it!

This Saturday, May 30, we kickoff the summer concert series at Lava Cap Winery! Come on out for a good time!

Lava Cap is turning 40 and we’re throwing a BIG party! 🎉 🍷Join us this weekend for Lava Cap’s 40th Anniversary as we cel...
04/13/2026

Lava Cap is turning 40 and we’re throwing a BIG party! 🎉 🍷

Join us this weekend for Lava Cap’s 40th Anniversary as we celebrate with the release of our 40th Anniversary blend in 1.5L magnums, live music, complimentary charcuterie and w**e pairings, barrel tastings, a retrospective of library w**es, and cake.

You only turn 40 once, and we’d love to celebrate with you.

Saturday | 10am–5pm | Complimentary, no RSVP

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03/06/2026

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From Mendocino to the Sierra Foothills, Northern California is overflowing with w**e. 🍷

Address

2221 Fruitridge Road
Placerville, CA
95667

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

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