Our Wines

At Noria, we believe exceptional wine begins with exceptional relationships. Rather than owning vineyards, we form deep, long-term partnerships with California's most distinctive growers, sourcing from the coolest spots in Russian River, the highest elevations in Santa Cruz Mountains, and the only limestone Pinot vineyard in Northern California. Each partnership spans years, sometimes decades, because we've learned that understanding terroir takes time. Like the harmony essential to Japanese cuisine, our wines require balance, never letting one element overpower another. We don't switch vineyards on a whim; we invest in relationships that allow both the grower and ourselves to create something greater together.

This patient approach extends to our winemaking philosophy. Where other producers might intervene heavily to force a predetermined style, we focus on setting up conditions that allow the wine to express itself naturally. Less manipulation means more authentic character, like unplugged music or Japanese dishes that celebrate the essence of each ingredient. After fifteen years of refining this process, we've learned that the best wines come from understanding when to step back and let the terroir speak. Our goal isn't to showcase power, but to create wines with the elegance and freshness that complement the full spectrum of Japanese flavors, from delicate sashimi to rich wagyu.