What is Frogs Leap winery known for?

Frog’s Leap Winery is a California wine producer that operates from Rutherford. It was founded in 1981 on a spot along Mills Creek known as Frog Farm. Frog’s Leap Winery was established by John Williams and Larry Turley….Frog’s Leap Winery.

Is Frog’s Leap wine organic?

We are not an organic winery but we are a winery that makes wine from certified organically grown grapes (CCOF.org) and have since 1989. We have long believed that the greatest impact that organic principles can have on the process of winemaking is in the vineyard.

What phrase is on the back of a Frog’s Leap wine Bottle caution?

While quaffing almost the entire batch of fizzy Chardonnay John made from grapes he borrowed from Warren, the two coin the name Frog’s Leap as well as the inexplicable clever phrase “Time’s fun when you’re having flies!” that becomes the winery’s official motto.

How did Frog’s Leap Winery get its name?

Started on a shoestring budget even the name itself was ‘borrowed’ by combining Stag’s Leap, where John started his Napa Valley winemaking career, and the Frog Farm, where the early vintages were made. The winery was relocated in 1994 when John and his family moved Frog’s Leap to the historic Red Barn in the heart of the Rutherford appellation.

How long is a tour of Frog’s Leap Winery?

Join us for a 20-year exploration of Frog’s Leap Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. In this 90-minute tour and seated tasting experience we’ll dig deep into the cellar for library vintages of our flagship wines, and share our history of grape growing and winemaking in our special corner of Rutherford. Limited to a single group of up to 8 guests.

When is Frog’s Leap Winery open in Rutherford?

Frog’s Leap Winery is open Sun – Sat (10:00 AM – 4:00 PM). Buy tickets in advance on TripAdvisor. If you book with TripAdvisor, you can cancel at least 24 hours before the start date of your tour for a full refund.

When is Harvest Moon at Frog’s Leap Winery?

On September 1st, John’s long-time dream of producing an entirely estate-grown Cabernet is realized as the 2012 Estate Grown Rutherford, Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is released into the marketplace. Shortly thereafter, Frog Fellows gather at the Red Barn for the first annual Harvest Moon Dinner, and a good time is had by all.