Thomas DeBiase

Idlewild has a relatively concise aim within a broad context: to
produce wines of exceptional balance and beauty. It is a journey
to pursue Italy’s Piedmont in the elevated hills of Mendocino
County, and to find the sides of these varieties that are
intriguing, delicious, and haunting.


Each wine is unique and treated as such, though the common thread
is balancing depth and seriousness with vibrancy and
joy. Emphasis is on the vineyard followed by minimalist
winemaking techniques. While not dogmatic in practice, an honest
and sustainable approach is fundamental in making wines of
purity.


Idlewild has a few homes: a lonely rolling ridge line in
Yorkville Highlands, a strip of bench-land in Mendocino county, a
funky warehouse turned simple winery, and a Salumi & Wine Bar
just off the plaza in Healdsburg, CA.


Wild Ruth Ranch sits in the elevated hills of the Yorkville
Highlands in southwest Mendocino. The schist veined sandstone is
planted to 15 year old Arneis, Cortese, Dolcetto, Barbera, and
Nebbiolo.


Located in Central Mendocino County, Fox Hill Vineyard is managed
by Wild Ruth. The rocky elevated slopes are planted to 20-30
year old Arneis, Cortese, Dolcetto, Barbera, and Nebbiolo.


Between Geyserville and Healdsburg sits our cooperative
winery (Idlewild, Leo Steen, Ryme Cellars, & Ruth
Lewandowski). The focus is on traditional equipment and the joy
of sharing and working with friends.


Off the plaza in Healdsburg, you’ll find our Idlewild
outpost. Schedule a tasting to learn more about our wines, or
stop in for a glass and a plate of salumi: Make a
Reservation