A Fresh Partnership

Beginning with last year’s (2024) harvest, Oliver’s Market began their partnership with Saini Vineyards in conjunction with winemaker Bill Guadagni and Guadagni Family Vineyards. This team will now be producing our line of 10 Oliver’s Own wines, including a couple new varieties. The Oliver’s Own label will now include Rosé, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Zinfandel, Sangiovese, Red Blend, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Sparkling Wine.

“I speak for our management and the Wine & Spirits team when I say that Oliver’s could not be more excited about this new partnership,” said Josh Kirchhoff, Oliver’s Corporate Wine & Liquor Coordinator. “Saini Vineyards are fourth generation grape growers in the Dry Creek Valley, and are considered one of the premier grape growers in all of Sonoma County. The quality of grapes used to produce Oliver’s Own wines in our new partnership is exceptional. Sourcing for the entire line has taken a giant leap forward in terms of quality while still maintaining current shelf retails.”

Oliver’s Own wines will be produced with Saini Vineyards grapes, except for Chardonnay and Pinot Noir being provided by Guadagni Family vineyards. Bill Guadagni is the sole winemaker for all Oliver’s Own wines produced. “We are thrilled to have Bill leading our Oliver’s Own winemaking,” said Kirchhoff. “He is a young talent who is quickly becoming renowned in the Dry Creek Valley for producing some of the best wine the region has to offer.”

“We are thrilled about this partnership with Oliver’s Market”, said winegrower Laura Saini. “As growers and vintners, combining forces with the Guadagni family for this program allows us to be more AVA centric, which is great for quality and keeping sourcing local. Using small local family growers like us benefits everyone, including our employees and the local economy. The benefits of the partnership for Oliver’s Market and their customers in addition to amazing quality are consistent sourcing and more control of pricing.”

New and Upcoming Releases

Oliver’s Own Rosé, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, and Zinfandel have just been released to all Oliver’s store locations, with Oliver’s Own Sangiovese, Red Blend, and Chardonnay  releasing in July. Oliver’s Own Sparkling Wine will be released in November. Oliver’s Own Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot will be released in February 2026.

The Oliver’s Own Wine Collection

Since the inception of Oliver’s Own Wines, the goal has been to offer our customers high-quality wines, carefully tasted and selected by our buying team, offering exceptional quality at prices that make them easy to enjoy with any occasion. Now with our new Saini/Guadagni partnership, sourcing will be from the best vineyards in Sonoma County, with most of the offerings sourced from Russian River and Dry Creek Valleys. As our Corporate Wine & Liquor Coordinator Josh Kirchhoff notes, “These are some of our best-selling wines and for good reason! The price/quality ratio is unmatched.”

The Line-Up

• Oliver’s Own Sparkling Brut, NV, $19.99+CRV

“Fresh brioche, lemon and herbs mark this distinct, focused wine. It is full-bodied with a lush mousse. Touches of vanilla, lime, and nutmeg are persistent throughout the palate. The finish is long, carried by mouthwatering acidity.”

• Oliver’s Own 2024 Dry Creek Valley Grenache Rosé, $12.99+CRV

“Oliver’s very first private label Rosé! Fresh picked strawberries and ripe red cherry aromas. Raspberry, crushed watermelon and citrus zest dominate the palate, finishing with driving minerality and bracing acidity. Love!”

• Oliver’s Own Sauvignon Blanc, 2024 Dry Creek Valley, $10.99+CRV

“Bright crisp acid, beautiful citrus notes, with a delightful crispness that lingers on the finish. This wine is the perfect companion to fresh oysters or light cheese for your spring and summer patio gatherings.”

• Oliver’s Own Chardonnay, 2024 Sonoma County, $13.99+CRV

“Complexity and focus come together in an easy sipping white wine. This Chardonnay is refreshing and crisp with a beautiful dose of acid. Whole-cluster pressing and cold-settling of the juice was followed by barrel fermentation, creating a lightly oaked, versatile wine.”

• Oliver’s Own Cabernet Sauvignon, 2023 Sonoma County, $16.99+CRV

“Jammy, with black cherry, warm spice and a hint of green bell pepper, this is top quality wine at an amazing price!”

• Oliver’s Own Merlot, 2023 Sonoma County, $16.99+CRV

“Rich, oaky aromas of tobacco and caramel develop into jammy notes of blackberries, cherry and spicy plum. Smooth on the palate, this plush, concentrated wine finishes with nice chewy tannins accented by hints of chocolate. Excellent with Beef Bourguignon, Rack of Lamb, Portobello Mushrooms, and Beef Stew.”

• Oliver’s Own Red Blend, 2023 Sonoma County, $16.99+CRV

“A blend of Merlot, with Cabernet Sauvignon. This beautiful red blend offers aromas of ripe raspberry bright cherry accented by vanilla. Full and lush on the palate, with ne grained, well-integrated tannins, this Meritage weaves together a rich and complex array of cherry, chocolate and toasty oak, with just a touch of black pepper. Even, fruit-infused finish.”

• Oliver’s Own Zinfandel, 2023 Dry Creek Valley, $14.99+CRV

“This is a classic example of Sonoma County Zin, dense and chewy, with unbridled rich, ripe fruit: red plum, bramble, cassis and black cherry with caramel, spice and chocolate undertones. Lush and smooth. An ideal match for barbecued ribs or spicy wings, this wine is the perfect addition to your backyard barbecue or game-time party.”

• Oliver’s Own Pinot Noir, 2023 Russian River Valley, $16.99+CRV

“Multi-layered with enticing aromas of cherry cola, ripe raspberry and vanilla bean anticipate lush, concentrated red-fruit flavors infused with earthy notes, a bit of subtle smoke and spice. Silky and smooth with a long, satisfying finish.”

Make Oliver’s Own Your Own! 

Throughout our stores, all Oliver’s Own products must achieve a level of quality and value worthy of the Oliver’s Own name, and our wines are no exception. Perfect for a backyard barbecue or a weeknight at home, if you are not already a fan, we hope you will pick up a couple this week and give them a try!