Virgil’s Vineyard
Now Launching Two New Wines for Spring 2026.
2022 Estate Pinot Noir
2024 The Smuggler’s Daughter Rose
Order Now for 30% DISCOUNT on all Virgil’s Vineyard Wines through May 1
A micro-production winery located in California’s Napa Valley.
The Smuggler’s Son, our award-winning California Red Blend, is a tribute to Virgil Kipper, family winemaker, and smuggler during Prohibition in Detroit, Michigan.
Virgil’s Vineyard also produces a variety of small-production, hand-crafted Smuggler’s Selection wines, with limited availability through our website or at the vineyard in Napa including:
Estate Grown Pinot Noir from Kipper Family Vineyard
Virgil’s Rosé Sparkling Wine
The Smuggler’s Daughter Rosé
Virgil’s Sparkling Wine
Napa Cabernet Sauvignon (future release)
Volume discounts available. Only $25 Shipping on all orders (Continental U.S.).
2022 ESTATE PINOT NOIR
Virgil’s Vineyard 2022 Estate Pinot Noir delivers a beautiful light garnet hue with aromas of cola berry and black cherry. Classic Carneros Pinot Noir with cool-climate freshness with red fruit and soft texture. Delicious flavors of black cherry and raspberry with a silky-smooth rounded texture and bright balanced acidity.
A 100% Pinot Noir grown exclusively at the Kipper Family Vineyard in the stunning Los Carneros region of Napa Valley. Ready to enjoy now and will continue to develop gracefully.
Aged 12 months in French Oak.
Smuggler’s Selection limited production of six barrels (150 cases).
$25 flat-rate shipping on all orders in the Continental U.S.
2024 THE SMUGGLER’S DAUGHTER
ROSÉ OF PINOT NOIR
Estate Grown Rosé of
Pinot Noir
Radiant in the glass with colors of fresh watermelon juice and sun-ripened strawberries. Enticing bouquet of juicy peach and alpine strawberry on the nose. Flavors of watermelon and ripe strawberry with subtle peach notes on the finish. Bright, crisp acidity balanced by a rich, silky mouthfeel that adds depth and elegance.
Serve chilled ready to enjoy now.
The Smuggler’s Daughter Rosé is named in honor of Patricia and Margaret, daughters of Virgil Kipper, family winemaker and smuggler during Prohibition in Detroit, Michigan.
Two barrel production with a limited availability of only 50 cases through this website or at the winery in Napa.
$25 flat-rate shipping on all orders in the Continental U.S.
2017 THE SMUGGLER’S SON
A sophisticated, well balanced red blend with bright flavors of dark chocolate covered black cherry, dark plum, wild blackberry, vanilla, and fine cocoa powder.
Aged 18 months in French Oak.
Bottle aged and ready to drink now. Will age gracefully for years to come.
A handcrafted wine best paired with cheese, charcuterie, chocolate, at a backyard barbecue, or simply on its own.
91 Points - California State Fair Commercial Wine Competition
VIRGIL’S VINEYARD ROSÉ SPARKLING WINE
A refined dry brut-style Rosé Sparkling Wine with aromas of fresh cherry and tangerine zest. Vibrant acidity and a smooth, refreshing texture. Fresh and bright flavors of Rainier Cherry, white peach, with a creamy vanilla finish.
Versatile enough for celebrations, aperitifs, or pairing with light dishes.
Rosé Sparkling blend of 59% Chardonnay and 41% Pinot Noir. Coastal California grapes from Mendocino County.
Limited production of two barrels (48 cases).
2021 ESTATE PINOT NOIR
The award-winning Virgil’s Vineyard 2021 Estate Pinot Noir delivers complex aromas of dried black cherry, toasted marshmallow, and orange peel.
A silky, well-balanced, medium to full-body Pinot Noir with concentrated mouthwatering flavors of raspberry, Alpine strawberry, and vanilla. Soft and appealing finish of bright red fruit.
A 100% Pinot Noir grown exclusively at the Kipper Family Vineyard in the stunning Los Carneros region of Napa Valley. Ready to enjoy now and will continue to age gracefully. Aged 12 months in French Oak.
Limited quantities still available.
91 Rating - California State Fair Commercial Wine Competition
VIRGIL’S VINEYARD SPARKLING WINE
The second vintage of Virgil’s Vineyard Sparkling Wine is a blend of 78% Chardonnay and 22% Pinot Noir from Mendocino County, California.
Limited production of 60 cases.
A dry Brut style with fresh and fragrant crisp fruit flavors of ripe Granny Smith apple, lemon, and almonds. Medium-bodied with bright acidity and a long citrusy finish. Ready to be enjoyed now.
