Lopez Island Vineyards

What Lopez Island Vineyards does

Lopez Island Vineyards is a small, family-owned boutique winery founded in 1989 by Brent and Maggie Charnley on the northwest end of Lopez Island in Washington's San Juan archipelago. It is San Juan County's oldest vineyard and winery, employing approximately 7 people and operating from 724 Fisherman Bay Road. The business specializes in estate-grown organic white wines (Madeleine Angevine and Siegerrebe) on vineyards that are both organically certified and Salmon Safe, and sources additional varietals such as Sangiovese, Malbec, Chardonnay, Merlot, and Cabernet from partner vineyards in Eastern Washington's Yakima Valley, Rattlesnake Hills, and Elephant Mountain. The full portfolio includes eleven wines across white, red, rosé, port, and fruit-wine categories, plus a signature Raven's Caw red blend introduced in 2017.

The winery operates a direct-to-consumer go-to-market model with no third-party wholesale distribution or external investors. Distribution channels include an e-commerce site shipping via FedEx to select states, curbside pickup at the winery (which has operated with the tasting room closed), four mainland Washington farmers markets (Edmonds, Everett, Lake Forest Park, and Anacortes), and a small set of local island retailers and restaurants (e.g., Blossom Natural Food Market, Adrift restaurant). Pricing ranges from $21 to $40 per bottle, with case-quantity discounts of 10% on 6 bottles and 15% on 12 bottles. A subscription wine club offers 15% off for 12-35 bottles annually or 20% off for 36+ bottles, delivering 3-6 times per year. The winery has won multiple regional medals annually since 1990, including Double Gold, Gold, Silver, and Platinum awards at competitions such as Seattle Wine Awards, Wine Press NW, and Cascadia International Wine Awards.

Name

Lopez Island Vineyards

Legal name

Lopez Island Vineyards

Website

https://lopezislandvineyards.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1989

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Lopez Island Vineyards is a family-owned boutique winery founded in 1989 on Lopez Island, Washington, producing estate-grown organic Madeleine Angevine and Siegerrebe wines plus sourced Eastern Washington varietals, sold direct-to-consumer via e-commerce, farmers markets, and a subscription wine club.

Ownership category

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Product category

Boutique Winery

NAICS

Wineries (312130), Grape Vineyards (111332)

akta.pro primary industry

Wine Production & Winemaking (AFAFAAAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Wine Grape Vineyard Operations (Varietal/AVA Practices, Yield & Quality Targets) (AFAGAJAJ), Wine & Sparkling Wine Wineries & Brands (CRADAIAB), Wineries & Vineyards (Tasting Rooms) (THAFALAE)

Keywords

• Estate-grown wine
• Organic winemaking
• Wine club membership
• Pacific Northwest winery
• Artisanal vintner

Headquarters

HQ city

Lopez Island

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: Direct-to-consumer sales of wines through e-commerce website, winery tasting room, and farmers markets. Products shipped via FedEx or picked up locally. Tiered discounts: 10% off 6 bottles, 15% off 12 bottles.
2. Wine Club Membership: Subscription-based wine club delivering wines 3-6 times per year. Members receive 15% discount on 12-35 bottles/year or 20% discount on 36+ bottles/year. Early access to new releases.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

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Core offering

Lopez Island Vineyards produces and sells estate-grown organic wines from Lopez Island in the San Juan archipelago, specializing in signature Madeleine Angevine and Siegerrebe varietals, supplemented by wines sourced from select Eastern Washington vineyards (Yakima Valley, Rattlesnake Hills, Elephant Mountain). The winery offers a portfolio of approximately 11 wines including whites, reds, rosés, a port-style dessert wine, and a raspberry wine, sold direct-to-consumer via e-commerce, wine club, farmers markets, and local retail partners. All estate grapes are organically certified and Salmon Safe.

Product overview

Lopez Island Vineyards is a boutique winery specializing in estate-grown organic wines from Lopez Island in the San Juan archipelago. The portfolio centers on two signature estate white varietals (Madeleine Angevine and Siegerrebe), complemented by a range of wines sourced from select Eastern Washington vineyards (Yakima Valley, Rattlesnake Hills, Elephant Mountain). The core offering includes eleven distinct wines: four estate wines (Madeleine Angevine, Siegerrebe, Wave Crest White blend, and Raven's Caw Red blend), six sourced varietals (Chardonnay, Rosé, Merlot, Sangiovese, Malbec, Fireside Port), and one fruit wine (Raspberry Wine). The winery operates a Wine Club membership program for recurring shipments with tiered discounts. All estate grapes are organically certified and Salmon Safe, while sourced wines feature fruit from partner Yakima Valley and Rattlesnake Hills vineyards.

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Products and services

• Madeleine Angevine Estate-grown organic white wine from Lopez Island featuring delicate tropical and citrus fruit flavors with crisp acidity; pairs exceptionally well with seafood (oysters, crab, cod, halibut, shrimp). Barrel fermented in neutral oak barrels to add complexity.
• Siegerrebe Estate-grown organic white wine bred in Alsace, Germany by crossing Madeleine Angevine with Gewurztraminer. Known for grapefruit, lychee nuts, flowers, and spice notes of clove and anise. Finishes off-dry (about 1% residual sugar), great with appetizers, Asian foods, or light curries.
• Wave Crest White A blend of estate-grown organic Madeleine Angevine and Siegerrebe grapes, producing a delightfully crisp, medium-dry wine ideally suited for Dungeness crab, shellfish, and Puget Sound seafood. Features lemony-citrus and subtle grassy herbal flavors from Madeleine Angevine with hints of melon and spice from Siegerrebe.
• Chardonnay Yakima Valley Chardonnay from Crawford Vineyard, barrel-fermented with apple, pineapple, and pear qualities. Aged 8-12 months in small oak barrels with 20% new oak, followed by malo-lactic fermentation to soften acidity and add buttery notes. A French-style Chardonnay that relies on both terroir and winemaking process.
• Rosé Dry rosé crafted from Cabernet and Merlot grapes from Yakima Valley. Features brilliant light red color with intense red raspberry, watermelon, cherry, and strawberry notes, followed by a smooth finish. Made with brief skin contact to preserve fruit flavor without tannin or oak dominance.
• Merlot Rich red wine from 100% Yakima Valley Merlot (Crawford Vineyard), aged 18 months in small oak barrels. Features flavors of Bing cherry, blackberry, mint, smoke, oak, and chocolate. Known for big tannins and soft structure, with ability to be aged further for fuller potential.
• Sangiovese Red wine from Rattlesnake Hills, Elephant Mountain Vineyards (Hattrup Vineyard). Features fruit character ranging from fresh cherries to blackberries with spiciness of cinnamon bark and clove. Washington produces vibrant fruit with a hint of earthiness. Pairs with creamy pasta sauces, pizza, pesto, and roasted vegetables.
• Malbec Yakima Valley Malbec from Crawford Family Vineyards, rich in flavors of berry, cedar, black pepper, and spice. Aged 12 months with 50% new oak, featuring full skin maceration and gentle hand stirring. Pairs beautifully with grilled foods from steak to Portobello mushrooms.
• Raven's Caw Red Signature red blend featuring Cabernet (40%), Merlot (30%), Malbec (18%), and Sangiovese (12%). 45% aged in new French Oak. Combines rich fruit finish from Sangiovese, tannic structure from Malbec, and richness of Cabernet. A Bordeaux-style wine.
• Fireside Port Port-style dessert wine crafted from Sangiovese and Cabernet (Elephant Mountain) with Malbec from Yakima Valley, finished with artisanal brandy from San Juan Distillery. Features aromas of raspberry, butterscotch, smoke, and candied cherries with smooth ripe fruit and smoky oak finish.
• Raspberry Wine Sweet dessert wine made from organically grown raspberries sourced from Broer Family Farm near Monroe, Washington. Tastes like fresh raspberries with crisp acidity. Finished with premium brandy from San Juan Distillery for stability. Perfect with chocolate or cheesecake.
• Wine Club Membership Subscription wine club offering 15% discount for 12-35 bottles/year or 20% discount for 36+ bottles/year. Members receive early access to new releases with delivery of 3 bottles 4 times per year or 6 bottles 2 times per year. Purchasing 36+ bottles includes complimentary old vintage Merlots.

Quantifiable outcome

• 35+ years of consecutive award-winning vintages since 1989
• +1 more outcomes

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Ideal customer profiles3 records

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Direct peers

• Betz Family Winery: Small family-owned Washington winery producing limited-volume, terroir-driven red wines with a wine club — directly comparable in scale, family operation, and premium red blend focus (akin to Raven's Caw).
• Sparkman Cellars: Woodinville-based boutique Washington winery with diverse varietal portfolio and wine club — comparable boutique scale, sourced-fruit portfolio breadth, and DTC emphasis.
• Walla Walla Vintners: Boutique Walla Walla winery producing estate and sourced wines with a wine club — comparable small-scale family operation with similar DTC and tasting-channel model.
• Maryhill Winery: Family-owned Washington winery with broad varietal portfolio, multiple tasting rooms, and gold-medal wines — comparable family ownership, multi-SKU strategy, and Pacific Northwest DTC execution.
• DeLille Cellars: Woodinville-based boutique Washington winery known for Bordeaux-style reds, restaurant placement, and consistent award performance — comparable boutique positioning, premium varietal sourcing, and DTC emphasis.
• Gramercy Cellars: Boutique Walla Walla winery specializing in Rhône- and Iberian-style reds from Washington fruit — comparable small-volume, sommelier-distributed, award-winning Washington winery.
• Cayuse Vineyards: Highly allocated boutique Walla Walla winery with estate-grown fruit and cult following — comparable small-scale, terroir-focused, DTC and wine-club-driven business model.
• L'Ecole No 41: Family-owned boutique Walla Walla Valley winery producing premium estate and sourced varietals, with award-winning wines and a wine club — directly comparable in scale, family ownership, and Pacific Northwest DTC focus to Lopez Island Vineyards.
• Woodward Canyon Winery: Family-owned Walla Walla winery producing estate-grown and sourced premium varietals with a long award history — comparable boutique scale, family operation, and award-driven reputation.

Broad incumbents

• Chateau Ste. Michelle: Washington state's largest and most established winery with broad varietal portfolio, national distribution, and tasting room operations — broad incumbent benchmark for the Washington wine category.

Market position

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Customer concentration

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Funding overview

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Investors

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M&A

Investments

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