Dr. Elias Hanna loved his adopted country of the U.S., but still yearned for the pace of farm life of his birthplace Syria. In the 1970's he realized his dream with the purchase of 12 acres in the Russian River Valley. It was here that this world-renowned cardiac surgeon introduced his children to winemaking, in particular homemade Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon.

This simple beginning, driven by personal aspiration, led to great achievements. Today, Hanna Winery encompasses more than 600 acres of land with approximately 250 acres planted to vines in the Russian River Valley, Alexander Valley, and its Bismark Ranch in the Mayacamas Mountains. Yet, great achievements require personal hands-on attention and Christine Hanna, the eldest daughter, runs the daily operations maintaining the familial touch. Under her guidance the winery has evolved into an estate philosophy that blends the viticultural diversity of fruit cultivated in its four vineyard estates in three unique appellations. With the help of winemaker Jeff Hinchliffe, they craft 13 award-winning wines, like those of its Russian River Valley Sauvignon Blanc and Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon.

Our Winery

Winery Facts: Year Founded - 1985
Current Case Production - 40,000 cases

Winery Locations:
Russian River Valley
Alexander Valley

Vineyard Locations:
Russian River Valley
Alexander Valley
Sonoma Valley's Mayacamas Mountains
Acres Owned - 600
Acres Planted - 250

Varietals Grown:
Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Zinfandel, Syrah, Malbec, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc

Broad Market Varietals:
Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Sauvignon Blanc, Zinfandel

Reserve Wines:
Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley), Reserve Merlot (Alexander Valley)

Bismark Ranch Wines:
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Zinfandel, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Petit Verdot

Jasmine Wines
Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Chardonnay, Rosé

Elias Wines
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay