Nottingham Cellars

What Nottingham Cellars does

Nottingham Cellars is a Napa Valley-based wine producer founded in 2007, operating as a label within the Syndicate Wines multi-brand portfolio alongside Grape Culture and Typicite. The company produces a flagship Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and a Russian River Sauvignon Blanc, complemented by small-lot experimental wines sourced from historic California vineyards including Glen Oaks (Sonoma Valley), Sceales Ranch (Alexander Valley), and Monte Rosso (Moon Mountain), with experimental production traditionally capped at 10 barrels or fewer. Distribution is exclusively direct-to-consumer through the Syndicate Wines e-commerce storefront (syndicate-wines.com), with no retail or third-party distributor relationships, and a tasting-room experience channel available by appointment.

Revenue is generated through two streams: one-time purchases of individual bottles and bundles (the $170 Syndicate Starter Set), and recurring Club NC / Nottingham Preferred memberships that provide scheduled shipments, preferential shipping rates ($25 on six bottles, complimentary on twelve), member-exclusive access to experimental lots, and the ability to swap wines at release. Pricing on standard releases ranges from $36 to $70 per bottle. The company targets two customer personas: discerning wine enthusiasts and collectors seeking limited-production California wines, and loyal club members seeking recurring access to exclusive releases. Marketing relies on Instagram (@syndicate_wines), email/newsletter, detailed product-page content marketing, and a recently launched affiliate program. The company is privately held with no disclosed funding, parent company, or executive team in the available data, and operates from a corporate office at 2654 Napa Valley Corporate Dr, Napa, CA.

Name

Nottingham Cellars

Legal name

Nottingham Cellars

Website

https://nottinghamcellars.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Nottingham Cellars is a Napa Valley-based DTC wine producer (founded 2007) selling flagship Cabernet Sauvignon and Sauvignon Blanc plus small-lot experimental wines from historic California vineyards exclusively direct-to-consumer through the Syndicate Wines e-commerce platform and Club NC membership.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Winery / Wine Production

NAICS

Wineries (312130), Wineries (31213), Beer, Wine, and Liquor Retailers (445320)

SIC

Beverages (2080)

akta.pro primary industry

Wine & Sparkling Wine Wineries & Brands (CRADAIAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Wineries & Vineyards (Tasting Rooms) (THAFALAE), Alcohol Subscription & Wine Clubs (Retail) (CRANABAF), Wine Tastings & Vineyard/Winery Tours (THAJAGAD)

Keywords

• Cabernet Sauvignon wine
• Sauvignon Blanc wine
• Small-lot wine production
• Wine club membership
• Direct-to-consumer wine

Headquarters

HQ city

Livermore

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Direct Wine Sales: One-time purchase model for individual bottles and cases of wine. Customers purchase wines directly through the e-commerce platform with shipping to their location. Production is limited to small lots (traditionally 10 barrels or fewer for experimental wines), creating scarcity-driven demand.
2. Wine Club Membership: Club NC membership provides regular shipments of wines with member-exclusive access to experimental lots. Members receive preferential pricing on 6-bottle orders (complimentary shipping on 12 bottles). The club model creates recurring revenue through scheduled releases.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Nottingham Cellars produces and sells small-lot California wines through its Syndicate Wines e-commerce platform, with flagship offerings of Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and Russian River Sauvignon Blanc. The portfolio is complemented by limited-production experimental wines (traditionally 10 barrels or fewer) sourced from historic California vineyards such as Glen Oaks, Sceales Ranch, Monte Rosso, and Riverside. Sales are direct-to-consumer, supported by a wine club membership (Nottingham Preferred / Club NC) and in-person tasting experiences.

Product overview

Nottingham Cellars is a wine producer founded in 2007 that operates as a portfolio of wines within the Syndicate Wines brand. The company produces two flagship wines—Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and Russian River Sauvignon Blanc—complemented by small-lot experimental wines sourced from historic California vineyards. The product lineup includes distinct wines like the 2024 Sauvignon Blanc, 2023 Nottingham Cabernet Sauvignon, and various single-vineyard small-lot wines such as Glen Oaks Cabernet Franc, Highlands Gamay, Sceales Ranch Grenache, and Monte Rosso Zinfandel. Many small-lot wines are produced in limited quantities (traditionally 10 barrels or fewer) and offered as member exclusives through Club NC. The wines are distributed through direct-to-consumer sales via the Syndicate Wines website, with membership programs providing access to experimental releases.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Nottingham Preferred: A membership program offering access to experimental wine lots and exclusive releases, allowing members to explore diverse varieties from throughout California.

Products and services

• 2024 Sauvignon Blanc, Napa/Sonoma County Flagship Sauvignon Blanc sourced from Napa/Sonoma County vineyards, priced at $36 per bottle, available for individual purchase through the Syndicate Wines e-commerce storefront.
• 2023 Nottingham Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley Flagship Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon priced at $65 per bottle, representing the original winemaking focus of Nottingham Cellars since its 2007 founding.
• 2022 Glen Oaks Cabernet Franc, Sonoma Valley Small-lot Cabernet Franc from the Glen Oaks vineyard in Sonoma Valley, priced at $40 per bottle. Part of the experimental wine portfolio sourced from historic California vineyards.
• 2023 Highlands Gamay, Santa Lucia Highlands Small-lot Gamay from Santa Lucia Highlands, priced at $36 per bottle, showcasing California's diverse viticultural regions beyond flagship varieties.
• 2023 Sceales Ranch Grenache, Alexander Valley Small-lot Grenache from Sceales Ranch in Alexander Valley, priced at $36 per bottle.
• 2022 Monte Rosso Zinfandel, Moon Mountain Small-lot Zinfandel from the Monte Rosso vineyard in Moon Mountain, priced at $45 per bottle.
• 2023 Monte Rosso Zinfandel, Moon Mountain Premium Zinfandel from the Monte Rosso vineyard in Moon Mountain, priced at $70 per bottle, representing a different vintage of the same single-vineyard wine.
• 2022 Riverside Cabernet Franc, Oak Knoll District Single-vineyard Cabernet Franc from Riverside in the Oak Knoll District, priced at $65 per bottle.
• Syndicate Starter Set Bundled set of multiple wines priced at $170, providing an introduction to the Nottingham Cellars portfolio for new customers.
• Nottingham Preferred Wine Club (Club NC) Subscription wine club providing members with regular shipments, preferential pricing ($25 shipping on 6 bottles, complimentary shipping on 12 bottles), and exclusive access to small-lot experimental wines traditionally limited to 10 barrels or fewer.
• In-Person Tasting Experiences By-appointment tasting experiences that allow customers to sample Nottingham Cellars wines in person before purchasing, functioning as both an experiential offering and a customer acquisition channel.

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Vineyard Partners (unnamed)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNottingham Cellars sources fruit from historic California vineyards with unique soils and microclimates. These vineyard partnerships allow the winery to showcase different varieties, regions, and winemaking styles. The company emphasizes letting 'the soils, growers, and California's history shine through each wine.' Specific vineyard partners include Glen Oaks, Sceales Ranch, and Monte Rosso (implied by product names), though formal partnership agreements are not detailed.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Matthiasson Wines: Small, family-run Napa Valley producer known for restrained, terroir-driven Cabernet and white blends with a small-lot DTC and restaurant allocation model. Highly comparable in size, philosophy, and DTC posture to Nottingham Cellars.
• Arnot-Roberts: Boutique Northern California producer focusing on single-vineyard Cabernet, Syrah, and Chardonnay from historic sites. Similar small-lot production ethos, premium pricing, and DTC + allocation model.
• Broc Cellars: Boutique Berkeley-based winery producing small-lot, low-intervention wines from California vineyards, sold primarily DTC and through select restaurants. Comparable in production size and DTC posture.
• Lioco Wine Company: Small California producer focused on Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Cabernet from coastal sites with a strong DTC and wine club model. Similar scale and direct-to-consumer focus as Nottingham Cellars.
• Preston Farm and Winery: Small family-run Sonoma winery producing estate wines, including Cabernet and Rhone varieties, with a robust DTC and wine club program. Similar size, family-operated structure, and DTC emphasis.
• Failla Wines: Small premium California winery producing single-vineyard Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Cabernet from Sonoma and Napa. Comparable in size, varietal diversification, and DTC/fine-dining distribution mix.

Broad incumbents

• Stags' Leap Winery: Historic Napa Valley estate focused on premium Cabernet Sauvignon and small-lot red blends. Larger incumbent with broader wholesale distribution that competes for the same high-end Napa Cabernet consumer Nottingham targets.
• Frog's Leap Winery: Established organic and dry-farmed Rutherford/Napa winery producing estate Cabernet, Sauvignon Blanc, and Zinfandel. Larger and broader in distribution but a useful incumbent benchmark for Nottingham's Napa Cabernet positioning.
• J Vineyards & Winery: Russian River Valley producer best known for sparkling wines and Pinot Noir, with a substantial wine club and DTC operation. Larger incumbent relevant to Nottingham's Sauvignon Blanc and DTC-club business.

Others

• Grape Culture Wines: Sister label under the same Syndicate Wines umbrella, sharing platform, membership, and tasting room with Nottingham. Closely adjacent brand operating under shared infrastructure rather than a true independent peer.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/nottinghamcellars
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/nottingham-cellars

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Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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