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A Sonoma County Family Tradition Since 1876

The Rued family’s connection to Sonoma County winegrowing spans nearly 150 years. In 1876, Henry Rued left his vineyards in Switzerland and immigrated to Northern California to pursue his passion for grape growing. He began working with Beringer Brothers in Napa Valley before purchasing his own land in 1882 and planting his first vineyard.

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What started as one vineyard soon became a multi-generation family tradition rooted in Sonoma County agriculture.

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Today, the Rued family farms 160 acres of vineyards across three of Sonoma County’s most respected wine regions: Dry Creek Valley, Russian River Valley, and Alexander Valley.

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Over the years, the Rued family expanded their vineyards while remaining deeply connected to the land and the craft of grape growing. Today, the family farms 160 acres across some of Sonoma County’s most renowned regions, including Dry Creek Valley, Alexander Valley, and the Russian River Valley, cultivating six varietals of grapes.

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Richard and Dee Rued continued the family’s legacy alongside their sons, Steve and Tom. In 1993, Steve met his wife Sonia while both were working at Dry Creek Vineyard. Their shared passion for winemaking became an important part of the family story. Steve later worked as a winemaker at Kenwood Vineyards, Valley of the Moon, and Rutherford Wine Company, while Sonia held enologist and winemaking roles at Carment and Seghesio Vineyards.

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In 2000, Steve and Sonia produced the first vintage of Rued wines, combining generations of vineyard heritage with their own winemaking expertise to create wines that reflect the character of Sonoma County.

To share their wines with visitors, the family completed their winery and tasting room in 2006, nestled among the vineyards of Dry Creek Valley. Here, guests can experience the full circle of winemaking—from vine to glass—while enjoying the relaxed hospitality that Sonoma County is known for.

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From barrel tastings to freshly made pizza, Rued winery is a place where wine, tradition, and family come together.