Boaventura Vineyards

What Boaventura Vineyards does

BoaVentura de Caires Winery, doing business as Boaventura Vineyards, is a family-owned boutique winery founded on April 29, 1999 by Brett Caires and his wife Monique Caires on a five-acre property at 9309 Tesla Road in the southeast corner of Livermore Valley, California. The estate was previously part of a 360-acre ranch owned by the Concannon family and today includes a century-old farmhouse (now the owners' residence) and a rustic barn used for tastings and events. The winery produces roughly 12 distinct, small-batch wines from estate-grown, hand-picked grapes, with per-vintage production ranging from 70 to 175 cases per wine. Cabernet Sauvignon anchors the portfolio across five tiers (Black, Blue, Green, Maroon, Platinum), supplemented by Syrah, Petite Sirah, Malbec, an Alvarinho white wine, Pepper's Rosado rosé, a Tri-Pawd red blend, and the DePorted Port-style dessert wine; aging is conducted in French Oak barrels calibrated by tier (neutral, second-year, or new French oak). The business carries 20+ years of family winemaking heritage (great grandfather Antonio de Caires was reportedly deported during Prohibition for winemaking) and earned Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals at the 2024 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition across three Cabernet tiers.

The commercial model is direct-to-consumer only. Revenue is generated through four channels: (1) weekend wine tastings at the on-site tasting room at $25 per person (fully credited toward purchase) with reserved seating on separate adult-only and family-friendly lawns; (2) e-commerce wine sales on boaventuravineyard.com with bottle prices from $29 (Pepper's Rosado) to $84 (2021 Maroon Label Cabernet Sauvignon); (3) a Wine Club with quarterly shipments of 6 bottles ($180/quarter) or 12 bottles ($360/quarter) shipped in March, June, September, and December; and (4) private event and wedding venue rental at a flat $5,000 wedding fee or $30-$50 per person for birthdays, showers, and corporate events, with capacity up to 150 outdoor guests during the April-September rental season. Pricing includes tiered discounts (5% Wine Club, 10% on 6+ bottles, 20% on full cases, seasonal B2G1F).

The core operations team is the Caires family itself, supported by friends and seasonal labor for hand-picking; the company has no disclosed institutional investment, no third-party retail or wholesale distribution, no app, no API, no patents or trademarks, and no AI/ML capabilities. Marketing relies on the company's owned website, an email newsletter, Instagram and Facebook, podcast appearances (Life Between the Vines), community events such as the Downtown Pleasanton Wine Stroll and Toys for Tots, and a recurring calendar of weekend music events, Wine Wednesday evenings, and quarterly Wine Club parties. Geographic scope is limited to California with select U.S.-state DTC shipping subject to direct-shipment alcohol regulations.

Name

Boaventura Vineyards

Legal name

BoaVentura Vineyards

Website

https://boaventuravineyard.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

BoaVentura Vineyards is a family-owned boutique winery in California's Livermore Valley producing 12 small-batch, estate-grown wines sold exclusively direct to consumers via its weekend tasting room, e-commerce shop, quarterly wine club, and on-site wedding and event venue.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Boutique Winery

NAICS

Wineries (31213), Grape Vineyards (111332), Beer, Wine, and Liquor Retailers (445320)

SIC

Beverages (2080)

akta.pro primary industry

Wine Production & Winemaking (AFAFAAAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Wine & Sparkling Wine Wineries & Brands (CRADAIAB), Wineries & Vineyards (Tasting Rooms) (THAFALAE), Alcohol Subscription & Wine Clubs (Retail) (CRANABAF)

Keywords

• Estate wine production
• Boutique winery
• Wine club membership
• Wine tasting experiences
• Wedding venue rental

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

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

Revenue model

1. Direct Wine Sales: On-premise and off-premise direct wine sales to consumers at the tasting room and via the winery's e-commerce store. Bottle prices range from $29 to $84. Cases produced per wine range from 70 to 175 cases.
2. Wine Tastings: $25 per-person seating fee for wine tastings on weekends; fee is 100% credited toward any wine purchase. Tastings feature a flight of 5 wines selected by the guest. Additional experiences such as Wine Wednesday evenings generate incremental tasting revenue.
3. Wine Club Memberships: Quarterly recurring club shipments: $360 Club (12 bottles every 3 months) or $180 Club (6 bottles every 3 months). Members receive 5% discount on purchases, free tastings for member + 4 guests, access to wine cellar, and quarterly party invitations. Shipments sent in March, June, September, and December.
4. Event Venue Rental: Wedding venue flat fee of $5,000 ($2,500 deposit). Special events (birthdays, showers, corporate) priced at $30–$50 per person. Up to 150 outdoor guests; small indoor space up to 20. Tables and chairs included; rental season April–September.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

BoaVentura Vineyards is a family-owned boutique winery in Livermore Valley, California that produces and sells estate-grown, handcrafted wines from a five-acre property. The core portfolio includes 12 wines spanning Cabernet Sauvignon tiers (Black, Blue, Green, Maroon, Platinum), Syrah, Malbec, Petite Sirah, Alvarinho, Rosado, Tri-Pawd red blend, and DePorted Port-style dessert wine. The winery supplements bottle sales with a Wine Club subscription, weekend tasting experiences, and a wedding and special event venue.

Product overview

BoaVentura de Caires Winery is a family-owned boutique winery in Livermore Valley producing estate-grown, handmade wines. The portfolio includes 12 distinct wine products spanning Cabernet Sauvignon in multiple label tiers (Black, Blue, Green, Maroon, Platinum), Syrah, Petite Sirah, Malbec, Alvarinho white wine, Pepper's Rosado rosé, Tri-Pawd red blend, and DePorted port-style dessert wine. The winery complements its wine sales with a Wine Club membership offering quarterly shipments, on-site wine tasting experiences with reserved lawn seating, and event/wedding venue rental services at the five-acre property featuring a rustic barn and century-old farmhouse.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• BoaVentura de Caires 2016 DePorted (Port-style Dessert Wine) Port-style dessert wine, rich and creamy with hints of vanilla, plum, and caramel, aged 5 years in neutral French Oak barrels. Production: 70 cases. Sold direct-to-consumer at the tasting room and online.
• BoaVentura de Caires 2018 Syrah Estate-grown Syrah with notes of blueberry, mocha and earthiness, medium acid and heavy tannins, aged 22 months in French Oak. Sold direct-to-consumer.
• BoaVentura de Caires 2019 Blue Label Cabernet Sauvignon Estate-grown Cabernet Sauvignon from the Livermore Valley, hand-crafted in the Blue Label tier. Sold direct-to-consumer.
• BoaVentura de Caires 2019 Malbec Estate-grown Malbec from the Livermore Valley with rich fruit character. Sold direct-to-consumer.
• BoaVentura de Caires 2021 Green Label Cabernet Sauvignon Cabernet Sauvignon harvested from the back sunny flat vineyard with dense bright berry mouth and a hint of wood, aged 21 months in French Oak. 2024 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition Bronze Medal Winner. Production: small-batch.
• BoaVentura de Caires 2021 Maroon Label Cabernet Sauvignon Premium reserve Cabernet Sauvignon from the Front Vineyard, hand-selected fruit aged 34 months in New French Oak. Spicy, earthy bouquet with hints of dark cherry, earth, leather, and spice; smooth mature mouth feel. Bottle price $84.
• BoaVentura de Caires 2021 Petite Sirah Full-bodied Petite Sirah with blueberry, mocha, and earthy notes, medium acid and heavy tannins, aged 22 months in French Oak.
• BoaVentura de Caires 2022 Black Label Cabernet Sauvignon Medium-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon with ripe cherry and boysenberry notes, mineral earthy finish with tobacco touch, bright acid and medium tannins. 50% Flat Rear Vineyard, 50% Front Vineyard, aged 22 months in new French Oak. 2024 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition Silver Medal Winner. Production: 125 cases.
• BoaVentura de Caires 2022 Tri-Pawd Red Blend Red blend of 25% Petite Sirah, 25% Iberian varietals, and 50% Cabernet Sauvignon from the Livermore Valley, barrel aged 18 months in second-year French barrels. Production: 120 cases.
• BoaVentura de Caires Non-Vintage Platinum Label Cabernet Sauvignon Complex Cabernet blend with raspberry and black cherry, roasted coffee and dark chocolate flavors, elegant and balanced with relaxed tannins and smoky finish. 2014 vintage (80% front and back vineyards) and 2015 Cab (20% from both vineyards); barrel aged 30 months in new French Oak. 2024 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition Gold Medal Winner. Production: 175 cases.
• BoaVentura de Caires 2023 Alvarinho White table wine made from the Alvarinho grape, inspired by Portuguese Vinho Verde wines and described by the vintner as unlike anything else in the United States.
• BoaVentura de Caires 2023 Pepper's Rosado Rosé wine made from Cabernet Sauvignon grapes left on skins for 12 hours, stainless steel fermented, slightly effervescent with floral and strawberry notes. Light and refreshing. Bottle price $29.
• BoaVentura Wine Club Membership Quarterly wine subscription with two tiers: $360 Club (12 bottles every 3 months) or $180 Club (6 bottles every 3 months). No membership fee to join. Benefits include priority access to exclusive wines, 5% discount on purchases, free tastings for member plus 4 guests, access to the Wine Cellar, and quarterly club party invitations. Shipments in March, June, September, and December.
• Wine Tasting Experiences Guided wine tastings available Saturdays and Sundays at the estate. Reserved lawn seating ($25 per person, ages 3+, fee credited 100% toward any wine purchase) on North Lawn (adults-only) and South Lawn (family-friendly); walk-in wine bar also available. Reservations required for parties of 4 or more. Wine Wednesday evening series on certain weeks.
• Event and Wedding Venue Rental Venue hosting weddings (flat $5,000 fee, $2,500 deposit) and special events (birthdays, showers, corporate functions) at $30–$50 per person. Outdoor lawn capacity up to 150 guests; small indoor space up to 20 guests. Tables, chairs, and rehearsal-day access for weddings included. Rental season April–September.

Quantifiable outcome

• 2024 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition – Gold Medal for Platinum Label Cabernet Sauvignon
• +2 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

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App detail

Integration4 records

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Cuda Ridge Wines: Small Livermore Valley winery with a tasting room and wine club focused on Bordeaux-style reds. Similar boutique estate-grown positioning and DTC-heavy distribution.
• Page Mill Winery: Family-operated Livermore Valley winery offering estate wines and a tasting room experience. Comparable small-scale DTC model and family-owned heritage positioning.
• Fenestra Winery: Family-owned Livermore Valley boutique winery producing small-lot estate wines with a tasting room and event venue. Closest comparable in scale, business model, and DTC focus to Boaventura.
• Murrieta's Well: Livermore Valley estate winery producing small-lot wines with tasting room and limited events. Comparable estate-focused DTC model within the same AVA.
• Thomas Coyne Winery: Livermore Valley boutique winery offering estate wines with tasting room. Similar small-batch, family-run DTC structure within the same competitive set.
• Rodrigue Molyneaux Winery: Small Livermore Valley boutique winery specializing in estate-grown varietals with tasting room operations. Directly comparable in family-style DTC business model.
• Steven Kent Winery: Livermore Valley boutique winery known for premium Cabernet Sauvignon and small-lot production with a tasting room. Comparable varietal focus, premium price points, and estate-grown positioning.
• Big White House Winery: Livermore Valley boutique winery with estate-grown wines and tasting room, also hosting events. Comparable size, DTC model, and venue-additive revenue approach.

Broad incumbents

• Concannon Vineyard: Historic Livermore Valley winery whose former ranch includes the land Boaventura now occupies. Long-established regional player with broader portfolio and distribution; relevant as a foundational peer and namesake of the AVA.
• Wente Vineyards: Largest family-owned winery in Livermore Valley with broad distribution, restaurant, golf course, and event spaces. Represents the broader incumbent in the same AVA, against which Boaventura competes for tasting room traffic and DTC customers.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/BoaVenturaWin
• Facebookfacebook.com/BoaventuraDeCaires

Revenue estimate

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Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A

Investments

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