A contemporary Sonoma estate with old vine Zinfandel and refined entertaining spaces

A contemporary estate in Sonoma Valley merges the disciplines of modern architecture and wine cultivation into a single, cohesive vision. The property commands 1.5 acres of old vine Zinfandel, those gnarled rootstocks that represent decades of accumulated terroir, visible from the home’s principal rooms and terrace spaces.

The residence itself embodies a studied minimalism: clean lines, generous glazing and an uncluttered relationship between interior and landscape. The palette favours natural materials and an openness to light, with the vineyard rows forming a living frame to daily life. A swimming pool edged in stone sits at the threshold between cultivated garden and working vineyard, capturing the valley’s soft afternoon light.

Entertainment emerges as the home’s central narrative. The spaces within are warm and livable rather than merely impressive, designed for gathering without formality. From terraces to interiors, the architecture orchestrates views of the surrounding slopes and cultivated rows, allowing guests to understand the place not as a retreat from wine country but as a participant within it.

The vineyard itself carries both practical and aesthetic weight. Old vine Zinfandel demands knowledge and attention; the vines on the property represent a commitment to the land and its traditions, offering owners and visitors alike a tangible connection to Sonoma’s wine heritage.

Represented by Caroline Sebastiani and Charlie Luna of Sotheby’s International Realty’s Northern California office.

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