Discover Elegant California Wines Crafted with Japanese Precision and Authenticity
We craft refined California wines with a deep appreciation for the quality, authenticity, and craftsmanship rooted in Japanese food culture. Inspired by Japan's meticulous attention to detail and dedication to pure flavors, we adopt a mindful approach to winemaking that emphasizes balance, harmony, and respect for nature.
ABOUT SIX CLOVES
Beginning of Six Cloves Wines
The name Six Cloves was derived from my ancestor's business name, with six cloves designed in their business logo. They once sold medicines in the coastal area of the Japan Sea. Later, they migrated to Northern Nagano and started making soy sauce and miso. I chose this name out of respect for my ancestors and to celebrate the heritage of fermentation businesses that have been continuing for centuries.
PATHWAY TO WINEMAKING
Who I am
I am Sonoe, the owner of Six Cloves and a Japanese woman winemaker. I grew up in Nagano Japan, surrounded by nature and a family sake-making, soy sauce/miso fermentation, and apple growing. After completing a winemaking program at UC Davis, I gained experience in Napa, Sonoma, Martinborough, Chile, and Sonoma Coast, where I was influenced by top international producers in various winemaking philosophies. My goal is to express elegance and add diverse dimensions to wines of different origins.
