Berghold Vineyards

What Berghold Vineyards does

Berghold Vineyards is a family-owned boutique estate winery located at 17343 Cherry Road in Lodi, California, founded in 1986 when the Berghold family began growing winegrapes in the region. The estate comprises three contiguous vineyards totaling 85 acres planted across a portfolio of varietals including Syrah, Viognier, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petite Syrah, Sangiovese, Cabernet Franc, Mourvedre, Grenache, and Zinfandel. The family historically sold winegrapes to fine wineries in Napa and Sonoma counties before vertically integrating into estate winemaking. All vintages are produced on-site using artisan techniques combined with state-of-the-art technology, with winemaking intentionally described as terroir-driven.

The product portfolio spans more than 20 distinct wines across red varietals, white wines, dessert wines (Late Harvest Viognier, Ruby Port, Tawny Port), and proprietary named labels such as The Capitalist, Crankcase, Foot Stomp Zinfandel, and Hypocrite. The 2017 Capitalist earned a Double Gold Medal at the American Fine Wine Competition. Distribution is fully direct-to-consumer across three channels: a physical tasting room open Thursday-Monday (with a $15 fee waived on bottle purchase), an e-commerce store powered by Corksy, and a three-tier wine club subscription (Winemaker's Select, Premium Select, and Custom Select) shipping 3, 6, or 12 bottles quarterly with 15-25% member discounts. Retail bottle pricing ranges from $23.99 to $68.00. The winery carries Lodi Certified Green sustainability certification and maintains one of the largest collections of American Victorian antiques in the country, including a 26-foot carved mahogany Eastlake bar and a 1918 Charles Stieff concert grand piano, which anchor the on-premise tasting experience.

Revenue is generated from one-time DTC wine sales through the website and tasting room, recurring quarterly wine club subscriptions, ticketed events (Annual Lobster Boil, Stogie Club, Paint & Sip, Sip & Shop markets), merchandise, gift packs, and historically from winegrape sales. Customer segments are wine enthusiasts and consumers, wine club members, and tasting room visitors seeking boutique, terroir-driven estate wines with curated pairings. The company is privately held, family-operated, bootstrapped, with no external investors or institutional ownership disclosed, and operates with a headcount of 1-10 employees.

Name

Berghold Vineyards

Legal name

Berghold Vineyards

Website

https://bergholdvineyards.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1986

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Berghold Vineyards is a family-owned estate winery in Lodi, California, founded in 1986, producing terroir-driven boutique wines from 85 contiguous vineyard acres and selling directly to wine consumers through a tasting room, three-tier wine club subscription, and Corksy-powered e-commerce store.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Estate Winery

NAICS

Wineries (312130), Grape Vineyards (111332), Beer, Wine, and Liquor Retailers (44532)

akta.pro primary industry

Wine Production & Winemaking (AFAFAAAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Wineries & Vineyards (Tasting Rooms) (THAFALAE), Wine & Sparkling Wine Wineries & Brands (CRADAIAB), Wine Retail (Bottle Shops & Wine Merchants) (CRANABAB)

Keywords

• Estate winery
• Wine production
• Wine club
• Wine tasting
• Viticulture

Headquarters

HQ city

Lodi

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, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Direct Wine Sales: One-time purchases of estate wines through the online store and tasting room. Customers can buy individual bottles or cases with quantity-based discounts (10% off 6 bottles, 15% off 12 bottles, 20% off 2+ cases).
2. Wine Club Membership: Quarterly wine shipments with tiered pricing (3 bottles, 6 bottles, or case). Members receive escalating discounts (15%, 20%, 25%), complimentary tastings, discounted event tickets, and flat rate shipping at higher tiers.
3. Event Tickets: Ticketed events including the Annual Lobster Boil, Stogie Club, and Paint & Sip sessions. Provides additional revenue stream and customer engagement.
4. Winegrape Sales: Historically, the Berghold family sold winegrapes to other wineries including those in Napa and Sonoma counties, diversifying revenue beyond estate wine production.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Berghold Vineyards is a family-owned estate winery that grows winegrapes on 85 acres in Lodi, California, produces terroir-driven estate wines using artisan techniques combined with state-of-the-art technology, and sells them directly to consumers through an online store, an on-site tasting room, and a tiered wine club membership program with quarterly shipments.

Product overview

Berghold Vineyards is a boutique winery in Lodi, California producing terroir-driven estate wines using artisan techniques combined with state-of-the-art technology. The core product portfolio includes varietal wines (Cabernet Sauvignon, Viognier, Grenache, Zinfandel, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Sangiovese, Cabernet Franc, Petite Syrah, Merlot, and Zinfandel), dessert wines (Late Harvest Viognier, Ruby Port, Tawny Port), and Ports under the Stogie Club brand. The winery offers three wine club membership tiers (Winemaker's Select, Premium Select, Custom Select) providing quarterly shipments at discount pricing. Additional offerings include a tasting room experience with Victorian antique décor, hosted events (Lobster Boil, Stogie Club, Sip & Shop), gift packs, and wine-related merchandise. All wines are estate-grown from their 85-acre vineyard assembly.

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Products and services

• The Capitalist (2021) A 100% pure Cabernet Sauvignon wine aged 18 months in French Oak, featuring aromas of spice and berries. Award-winning estate wine targeting wine enthusiasts and collectors.
• Berghold Cabernet (2020) A Cabernet Sauvignon with robust, dark aromas hinting of dark woodsy cedar, eucalyptus, and dark cherries. Estate wine for individual consumers seeking a structured red.
• 2023 French Oak Viognier White wine aged nine months in French oak barrels with nicely balanced aromas of creamy pineapple and citrus, subtle guava and pear notes with a rich and elegant finish. Targeted at white wine enthusiasts.
• 2020 Grenache A light and crisp red varietal with strawberry and raspberry aromas, positioned for spring luncheons and especially lovely when slightly chilled. Aimed at consumers seeking lighter red wines.
• 2021 Foot Stomp Zinfandel A medium to full-bodied Zinfandel brimming with fresh berries and notes of vanilla and spice, aged fourteen months in American oak barrels. Targeted at Zinfandel enthusiasts.
• 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon A well-structured Cabernet Sauvignon with medium tannins, aged eighteen months in American oak barrels, featuring hints of eucalyptus, cassis, anise, currant and vanilla. Targeted at red wine collectors.
• 2021 Syrah/Viognier A sophisticated blend of 92% Syrah and 8% Viognier with aromas of lively currant and savory spice and a soft and smooth finish, aged eighteen months in American oak. Targeted at red blend enthusiasts.
• 2022 Crankcase A luscious red wine with aromas of dark fruit and black cherries with hints of mocha and chocolate, balanced with soft tannins. Aimed at premium red wine enthusiasts.
• 2017 Capitalist Double Gold Medal Winner at American Fine Wine Competition, a premium Cabernet Sauvignon. Aimed at collectors and wine enthusiasts seeking award-winning wines.
• 2019 Hypocrite A red wine offering from the estate portfolio. Targeted at wine enthusiasts seeking distinctive small-lot red wines.
• 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon/Syrah A red blend combining Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. Targeted at red wine blend enthusiasts.
• 2022 White Lace A white wine from the estate vineyard. Targeted at white wine enthusiasts.
• Late Harvest Viognier Dessert wine produced in the classical style of French Sauternes, aged three years in French oak barrels with notes of butterscotch, honeysuckle and apricot. Available in 375mL and 750mL bottles. Targeted at dessert wine enthusiasts.
• Ruby Port 100% Cabernet Sauvignon port with deep mauve color, notes of butterscotch and dark plums and cedar. Available in 375mL and 750mL bottles. Targeted at Port enthusiasts.
• Tawny Port Ten-year-old 100% Cabernet Sauvignon port with notes of toasted pecans, dark prunes and caramel, beautiful deep amber color with a long and lingering finish. Available in 500mL bottles. Targeted at premium Port enthusiasts.
• Winemaker's Select Wine Club A quarterly wine club featuring different wines curated by the winemaker, including small lots and fun blends. Available in 3-bottle, 6-bottle, and case options with preferences for red or red/white. Aimed at wine enthusiasts seeking curated variety.
• Premium Select Wine Club A wine club featuring premium wines including Crankcase, Capitalist, Hypocrite, Stogie Club, Foot Stomp Zin, and French Oak Viognier. Available in 3-bottle, 6-bottle, and case options. Targeted at wine enthusiasts seeking premium estate offerings.
• Custom Select Wine Club A customizable wine club allowing members to choose their favorite wines each quarter. Available in 3-bottle, 6-bottle, and case options. Targeted at wine enthusiasts who want flexibility in their selections.
• Tasting Room Experience In-person wine tasting at the estate winery featuring Victorian antique decor, including a 26-foot carved mahogany Eastlake bar and a 1918 Charles Stieff concert grand piano. Tasting fee $15 per person, waived with bottle purchase. Aimed at wine country visitors and tasting room guests.
• Hosted Events Hosted events including the Annual Lobster Boil, Stogie Club cigar and wine evenings, Sip & Shop markets, and Paint & Sip experiences. Targeted at wine enthusiasts and event attendees seeking unique wine-centered experiences.
• Wine Gift Packs Curated wine gift packs available for purchase for gifting occasions. Targeted at gift buyers and individuals seeking wine presents.
• Winery Merchandise Wine-related merchandise including items displayed in the antique-filled tasting room available for sale. Targeted at wine enthusiasts and brand loyalists.

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Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Integration2 records

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

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Direct peers

• Ironstone Vineyards: Family estate winery in Sierra Foothills offering estate wines, tasting room, events, and a wine club. Comparable DTC model and event-driven tasting room experience.
• Ravenswood Winery: Sonoma-based Zinfandel specialist with estate production, tasting room, and wine club. Comparable boutique Zinfandel-focused estate producer with similar DTC channels.
• St. Francis Winery & Vineyards: Estate winery in Sonoma County producing terroir-driven varietal wines with a strong tasting room and wine club program. Closely comparable to Berghold's DTC estate model, premium pricing, and wine club focus.
• Bogle Vineyards: Family-owned estate winery in Clarksburg with a wide varietal portfolio, tasting room, and DTC distribution. Comparable as a multi-generational family estate producer with similar premium positioning.
• Michael David Winery: Family-owned Lodi winery with estate vineyards, multiple wine brands (including 7 Deadly Zins), DTC sales, and a tasting room. Directly comparable as a same-region Lodi estate winery with broad DTC distribution.
• LangeTwins Family Winery: Multi-generational family winery in Lodi with estate vineyards, tasting room, and wine club. Operates a similar DTC estate model and family heritage narrative in the same Lodi AVA.
• Seghesio Family Vineyards: Family-owned Sonoma winery specializing in Italian varietals including Zinfandel with a tasting room and wine club. Comparable estate DTC winery with family heritage and varietal focus similar to Berghold.

Broad incumbents

• E. & J. Gallo Winery: Largest family-owned wine producer in the world with a vast portfolio across price points. Relevant as a broad incumbent that owns Woodbridge (Lodi) and competes across the same varietals as Berghold.
• Trinchero Family Estates: Family-owned multi-brand wine company operating in Napa and other California regions (including Sutter Home from Lodi). Broad incumbent with overlapping varietals and a family-ownership narrative similar to Berghold.

Emerging players

• Winc: DTC wine subscription service that curates and ships wines to members nationally. Comparable as a wine-club-driven DTC operator, though virtual rather than estate-based, representing a different go-to-market model.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Investors

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M&A

Investments

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