Cakebread Cellars

No, it's not bread, nor is it cake - it's Cakebread Cellars located in the heart of Napa Valley!

About Cakebread Cellars

Cakebread Cellars started when Jack Cakebread traveled to Napa Valley in 1972 to photograph material for a wine book. During the visit, he casually offered to buy a friend’s 22-acre ranch. Talk about chance! Jack had experience with farming and photography, while Dolores (his wife) developed the property’s garden and a strong tradition of food, hospitality, and seasonal cooking. 

The winery was founded in 1973, and their first-ever release was a Chardonnay. It's one of the best wines to get if food pairing is the goal! 

Notable Bottles From Cakebread Cellars

1. Cakebread Napa Valley Chardonnay

When we said pairing, we meant it. Orchard fruit, citrus, measured oak, and acidity allow it to work with roast chicken, richer fish, creamy sauces, and butter-based dishes. It's a great bottle if you want a classic California Chardonnay that feels polished but remains centered on a meal.

2. Cakebread Sauvignon Blanc

Sauvignon Blanc is the easiest first bottle for drinkers who want freshness. Citrus, herbs, light tropical fruit, and lively acidity make it suitable for seafood, salads, goat cheese, and vegetable dishes.

3. Cakebread Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon

Cabernet Sauvignon is the brand’s structured red-wine route. Dark fruit, tannin, cocoa-like depth, and oak give it enough weight for beef, lamb, grilled food, and aged cheese. Young bottles may benefit from decanting because air can help aromas open and tannins relax.

Awards & Recognition

Cakebread Cellars has earned numerous awards and recognition for its sustainability. Running through a list, we have a Napa Green Winery Certification from 2008 to present, a California Green Medal Award, and a Silver Level at the International Wineries for Climate Action from 2022.

Who Cakebread Cellars is For 

Cakebread Cellars is for food-minded beginners, Napa fans, gift buyers, and experienced drinkers. If you just love wine, Cakebread Cellars is a bottle - or many - you have to try.