Knights Bridge Winery

Knights Bridge Winery Please drink responsibly.

We are guided by a commitment to excellence, a deep respect for nature, a love of wine and food, and a desire to share the remarkable beauty of Knights Bridge vineyard. In 2006, Jim Bailey purchased an 83-acre parcel of land with hillside vineyards in Knights Valley, the perfect spot to produce exceptional Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon. Along with his brother Essel Bailey, and

longtime friend Tom Costin, he began his journey into wine and founded Knights Bridge with the singular goal of producing world-class wines. Understanding that great wine starts in the vineyard, the team dedicated themselves to analyzing each vineyard block for perfect synergy between specific soils, varieties, and clones. They adopted new, sustainable vineyard management techniques, replanted portions of the estate, and hired a team of seasoned professionals who shared their ambition to produce the best wines possible. This year, Jim embarked on a long-awaited project to build a small winery on the estate, which will be completed in mid-2021.

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Harvest arrived a little earlier than expected.Last week, we welcomed our first Chardonnay to the winery, marking the st...
08/11/2026

Harvest arrived a little earlier than expected.

Last week, we welcomed our first Chardonnay to the winery, marking the start of vintage 2026. Across Knights Valley, warmer days and rapidly developing flavors continue to move the season forward.

While the first fruit is in and excitement is building, most of the harvest still lies ahead. Our team is walking every block, tasting berries, tracking the chemistry, and waiting for the vineyard to tell us when it’s ready.

🍇 We’ll be sharing the season as it unfolds, from the first pick to the last press. We hope you’ll follow along.

Harvest has begun. Before sunrise this morning, we welcomed the first fruit of the 2026 vintage to the winery: Chardonna...
08/07/2026

Harvest has begun.

Before sunrise this morning, we welcomed the first fruit of the 2026 vintage to the winery: Chardonnay from Block 7C, marking the earliest harvest in our history.

Every vintage tells its own story. The timing may be different, but our focus remains the same: a commitment to capturing the character of each block.

The press is running, the bins are full, and our team is ready for the weeks ahead. Here’s to the beginning of another unforgettable harvest.

Chardonnay

07/21/2026

How the former Eleven Madison Park beverage director put Knights Bridge Winery in the map in 2010

Sitting down with Cedric Nicaise, co-owner of The Noortwyck and NYC’s stunning new arrival, Oriana Restaurant

05/22/2026

Seared ribeye, deeply caramelized and finished with butter, garlic, and thyme. 🥩🍷 Estate Chef Justin Wangler pairs it with broccolini and peppery greens for a plate that feels composed, not complicated. The Haggerty Road Red Blend shows ripe black fruit, a hint of spice, and structured tannins that carry through each bite. Make it at https://bit.ly/3Oln3aQ

05/21/2026

On episode one of series 'The Pour', Beverage Director Aaron Sagendorf highlights the wines on offer at Smith & Wollensky's

05/12/2026

There’s something about spring that calls for simplicity done well and where every in-season ingredient has its moment.

Sweet strawberries, crisp peas, and fresh mint layered over tender greens, finished with a touch of feta for balance. 🍓🌿 Estate Chef Justin Wangler brings it all to life with a bright, tangy Dijon vinaigrette that is clean, vibrant, and effortlessly composed.

Best enjoyed with a chilled glass of Fairview Sauvignon Blanc.

More at https://bit.ly/4810qPF

As the Healdsburg Wine & Food Experience approaches, the reasons we return year after year come into focus.“We love supp...
05/07/2026

As the Healdsburg Wine & Food Experience approaches, the reasons we return year after year come into focus.

“We love supporting and being a part of Healdsburg Food & Wine—it’s where wine, food, and community all come together, and you’re reminded the full picture always lands bigger than any one piece.” — Derek Baljeu, Winemaker

Join us for a weekend that celebrates craftsmanship, connection, and the shared table:

• Thursday, May 14 — Welcome Celebration
• Friday, May 15 — Sommelier Showdown Dinner at Dry Creek Kitchen
• Saturday, May 16 — Vintners Plaza Grand Tasting

More at healdsburgwineandfood.com.

Spring at Knights Bridge Winery unfolds with quiet intensity. Brilliant stretches of sun give way to cooling rains, each...
05/06/2026

Spring at Knights Bridge Winery unfolds with quiet intensity. Brilliant stretches of sun give way to cooling rains, each shift shaping the season ahead. In the organically farmed West Block vineyard, tender new shoots reach skyward, as the vines move through budbreak into early growth. In late June, our vineyard team will form the canes into a distinctive tulip-shaped canopy to gently shelter the clusters that will become the 2026 vintage.

Fire-kissed ribeye, rich with marbling, finished simply with butter, thyme, and garlic. 🥩 🍷 Estate Chef Justin Wangler k...
05/04/2026

Fire-kissed ribeye, rich with marbling, finished simply with butter, thyme, and garlic. 🥩 🍷 Estate Chef Justin Wangler keeps it grounded with broccolini and peppery arugula for a dinner that’s fresh, vibrant, unfussy. The Haggerty Road Red Blend does the rest, its depth and structure easing right into the richness. Make this at https://bit.ly/3Oln3aQ

A spring salad that just feels right with strawberries, crisp peas, feta, and fresh mint over tender, slightly bitter gr...
04/30/2026

A spring salad that just feels right with strawberries, crisp peas, feta, and fresh mint over tender, slightly bitter greens. 🍓🌿 Estate Chef Justin Wangler makes it bright with a tangy Dijon vinaigrette that is clean, easy, and full of life. Pour a glass of Fairview Sauvignon Blanc and let it all come together for a starter that is fresh, playful, effortless. More at https://bit.ly/4810qPF.

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