The Crane Assembly

04/22/2026

Join us this Friday at Acme Fine Wines for The Launch Pad—an in-store tasting series highlighting Napa Valley’s emerging producers.

From 5–7 PM, we’ll be pouring our newest releases, including:

• 2024 Disciples Sauvignon Blanc (94 pts)
• 2024 Disciples Pinot Noir — Bell Summe Vineyard (first public tasting)
• 2023 G.B. Crane Vineyard “George” Red Wine (97 pts)

Hosted by ACME with Vail Miller Jr. and Leslie Miller in attendance, this will be a relaxed, informal tasting—an ideal way to start the weekend in Napa Valley.

Complimentary for ACME members and our guests.
$15 tasting fee for general admission (waived with purchase).

DM or show up at the door if you’d like to join us!

04/14/2026

A new chapter for The Crane Assembly.

Our inaugural 2024 Disciples Pinot Noir from Bell Summe Vineyard is sourced from the rugged Sonoma Coast—where the influence of the Pacific shapes a wine of precision, energy, and structure.

Crafted in an Old World style using three distinct clones and partial whole cluster, this is a Pinot Noir defined by vibrant red fruit, layered aromatics, and a refined, elegant finish.

This is a limited inaugural release, now available via our mailing list.https://mailchi.mp/209704f01eeb/just-released-our-first-pinot-noir

03/24/2026

Rooted in history. Defined by place.

The 2022 G.B. Crane Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon comes from a site first planted in 1860—where generations of farming continue to shape the wines we produce today. From a small block planted in 1995, this vintage captures the structure and character that define the vineyard.

Described as “vivacious” and “full-bodied,” with a finish that is “long and minerally” by Master of Wine Lisa Perrotti-Brown.

Just 6 barrels produced.

Available now - https://mailchi.mp/08a187224bdc/now-available-2022-gb-crane-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon

03/19/2026

Can't wait for Napa Valley to hit your Netflix account!

Uncorked’s wine-making heroine is red and white — and blue all over.

02/24/2026

Follow along as we take some homegrown bottle shots getting ready for our next email blast. Be a Disciple. Sign up in our Bio.

01/24/2026

We’re honored to be featured on , the independent platform founded by We admire Lisa’s thoughtful, site-driven perspective and encourage you to explore her work there.

The January 2026 reviews were highlighted by double 97-point scores for our 2023 G.B. Crane Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon and George—the highest rating our G.B. Crane Vineyard George (formerly el Coco) has ever received. Lisa has reviewed this wine dating back to her years covering Napa Valley for Robert Parker Wine Advocate, making this moment especially meaningful.

A sincere thank you to our winemaking team at for their dedication and precision in crafting truly exceptional wines.

Swipe to read her tasting notes on each wine. 🍷

And if your travels bring you to Napa Valley, we’d love to welcome you for a private tasting at —just send us a message and we’ll get you dialed in.

12/17/2025

As the year comes to a close, we want to pause and say thank you.

2025 was a year of meaningful milestones for The Crane Assembly—from the debut of G.B. Crane Vineyard George Red Wine, to the release of our first Disciples Sauvignon Blanc and the tightly allocated Disciples Palisades Vineyard Petite Sirah. In the vineyard, the 2025 vintage delivered something truly special—balanced, expressive fruit that we believe will stand among Napa Valley’s great years.

Looking ahead, there’s much to be excited about. In the coming months, we’ll bottle our first Pinot Noir, release a highly limited single-vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, participate in Auction Napa Valley, and look forward to gathering with you—both at the G.B. Crane Vineyard and around tables across the country.

If you’re interested in visiting us in Napa or hosting an intimate in-home dinner with The Crane Assembly, we invite you to reach out, send us a message, or comment below. We truly enjoy connecting with our community and sharing these wines where their story begins.

Thank you for being part of our journey. We look forward to connecting in the year ahead.

11/18/2025

Today we’re releasing something truly special—and extremely limited. Only 50 cases produced, and available exclusively to our mailing list: the 2023 Palisades Vineyard Petite Sirah. - https://mailchi.mp/f56462eff847/mailing-list-exclusive-only-50-cases-produced

10/07/2025

From el Coco to George — a new era begins.

With the release of the 2023 vintage, our estate red wine has evolved into George, honoring Dr. Crane — Napa Valley pioneer who first planted our vineyard in 1860.

Crafted by Philippe Melka and Maayan Koschitzky from the historic vines of the G.B. Crane Vineyard, this inaugural release captures over 160 years of Napa Valley heritage in every bottle.

The next chapter from The Crane Assembly has arrived.

Join us and secure your bottles - https://mailchi.mp/7e84944dff7d/from-el-coco-to-george-a-new-era-begins

09/19/2025

G.B. Crane Vineyard George: The Evolution

We’re proud to reveal the new label for our 2023 G.B. Crane Vineyard Field Selection Red Wine — honoring Napa pioneer Dr. George Belden Crane, who first planted our vineyard in 1860.

Fewer than 400 cases will be released this fall. Members first. 🍷✨

- https://mailchi.mp/c2ee41686eb6/from-el-coco-to-george-the-evolution