Our w**ery, created by Derek Benham in 2014, is located in the scenic Russian River Valley. The w**e is a special tribute to a lady near and dear to his heart, his mother Phyllis. Phyllis was a birdwatcher and naturalist in the Sierras, and instilled in her son a passion and respect for the California wilderness. Raeburn is the product of her and Derek’s lifetime indoctrination into nature. Our name traces its origins to Olde English, and translates to “the stream where one drinks.” As stewards of the land, our goal is to protect the thriving and wildly diverse watersheds of Sonoma County and beyond, which provide habitat for both grapes and creatures alike. We honor the egret on our label, as a nod to this beautiful place and this graceful bird that we see everyday along local waterways. Raeburn w**es are crafted in a Certified California Sustainable Winery. Our system and set of beliefs reflect the best practices of sustainable production. We are proud to call Sonoma County our home, where mindful w**emaking and low impact farming is paramount, and an entire industry has come together to push for 100% sustainable vineyards countywide by 2018. With Sonoma County as our inspiration, we run one of the most eco-friendly, water-efficient, solar-enabled facilities in the industry. Ripe, luscious and downright delicious, let Raeburn take you to the river to share a laugh with friends, enhance your favorite meal or just let the day fall away.