Martin Ray Vineyards & Winery

Martin Ray Vineyards & Winery Crafting terroir driven wines of distinction from iconic appellations. A great wine suspends time and place within a bottle. That’s where I like to play.”

Each vintage is unique, and each vineyard’s grapes express the soil, climate and surroundings in which they’re grown. At Martin Ray, we’ve handpicked growers from diverse California wine regions and cultivated relationships with them alongside their grapes. Our winemaker begins shaping each wine while it’s still in the vineyard and vinifies each in small lots at our winery in the heart of Sonoma’s

Russian River Valley. The result is a collection of award-winning wines with an impressive breadth of terroir. Courtney Benham, Proprietor
There’s the typical gentleman farmer stereotype so common today in wine country. And then there’s Courtney Benham, who is of a different mold entirely. Growing up in the San Joaquin Valley and experiencing the rigors of farming firsthand inured Courtney to the romance of the grape. What called him—and calls him still—was the business side of the equation. When he stumbled upon 1,500 cases of library wine from the legendary Martin Ray label in 1990, Courtney saw an opportunity. He bought the brand and has spent the past 20-plus years shaping it into a vision of his own. Courtney recognizes that great wine is the sum of more than just good grapes and a talented winemaker; it’s the result of an efficient, nimble whole. A lean core team broadened by a stable of expert consultants and top-tier growers means Courtney has access to the best fruit and the best minds. His business model unleashes the full potential of both, by fostering creativity and spontaneity while making the most of traditional technique and state-of-the-art equipment at the Martin Ray winery in Russian River Valley. It’s this “whole” that allows Courtney to consistently create top-quality wine that surpasses any of its peers.

“I love the challenge of creating incredible wines that over deliver.

SHOP CASES: bit.ly/4tadI3S
05/03/2026

SHOP CASES: bit.ly/4tadI3S

🍷WINEBAR ON THE TERRACEbit.ly/4exU4Lr
04/19/2026

🍷WINEBAR ON THE TERRACE
bit.ly/4exU4Lr

04/16/2026
The Estate Brunch Weekend was absolutely magical. We are grateful for our local community and chosen family -- meet you ...
04/03/2026

The Estate Brunch Weekend was absolutely magical. We are grateful for our local community and chosen family -- meet you on the Estate soon.

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The sweet smell of Spring is right around the corner on the Martin Ray Estate.We look forward to seeing you at the Wineb...
03/19/2026

The sweet smell of Spring is right around the corner on the Martin Ray Estate.
We look forward to seeing you at the Winebar on the Terrace this weekend!

Soaking up the sunshine.
03/15/2026

Soaking up the sunshine.

✨️BEST CHARDONNAY✨️Honored to be voted Best Chardonnay in Sonoma County in the North Bay Bohemian 2026 Best of Voters P...
03/12/2026

✨️BEST CHARDONNAY✨️
Honored to be voted Best Chardonnay in Sonoma County in the North Bay Bohemian 2026 Best of Voters Poll!
The Martin Ray Estate is open Thursday - Sunday, visit and taste our portfolio for yourself.

✨️We celebrate the strength, resilience, compassion, and brilliance of women everywhere.At Martin Ray, our all-women win...
03/09/2026

✨️We celebrate the strength, resilience, compassion, and brilliance of women everywhere.

At Martin Ray, our all-women winemaking team brings passion, precision, and creativity to every step of the process—from vineyard to cellar. Their dedication and craftsmanship shape the wines we’re proud to share with you.

This International Women’s Day, we celebrate their talent, leadership, and the incredible impact women continue to have. We raise a glass to them, today and every day.

Join us Thursday April 2nd for an intimate Winemaker Dinner at Timber Cove Resort’s Coast Kitchen.Set against the rugged...
03/07/2026

Join us Thursday April 2nd for an intimate Winemaker Dinner at Timber Cove Resort’s Coast Kitchen.

Set against the rugged beauty of the Sonoma Coast, this unforgettable evening blends coastal cuisine, distinctive wines, and warm hospitality in a truly special setting.

Dinner Reservations: bit.ly/4d6TcwE

WELCOME POUR
2020 Martin Ray Brut Rosé, Russian River Valley

FIRST
Brown Butter Profiterole
Whipped Goat Cheese, Pickled Apricot, Spiced Hazelnut Butter, Timber Cove Sea Salt
2024 Martin Ray Eleanor Ray Chardonnay

SECOND
Beef Tartar
Duck Egg, Chive Oil, Caper Berries, Shallot, Brioche Toast Points
2023 Martin Ray Estate Clone 37 Pinot Noir

ENTREE
Smoked Duck Breast
Mushroom Agnolitti, Crispy Prosciutto, Huckleberry Gastrique, Coriander
2022 Martin Ray Diamond Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon

DESSERT
Point Reyes Toma, Cowgirl Creamery’s Wagon Wheel, Cypress Goves Farms’ Bermuda Triangle
Pickled Cherry, Elderflower Honey, Kumquat Marmalade
2023 Martin Ray Estate Viognier

MARTIN RAY ON THE ROADJoin us while we attend James Suckling Great Wines World in New York City, Miami & San Francisco.
03/01/2026

MARTIN RAY ON THE ROAD
Join us while we attend James Suckling Great Wines World in New York City, Miami & San Francisco.

Join us as we celebrate the release of our 2025 Estate Rosé of Pinot Noir and 2024 Estate Viognier over a family-style b...
02/25/2026

Join us as we celebrate the release of our 2025 Estate Rosé of Pinot Noir and 2024 Estate Viognier over a family-style brunch.
A memorable meal sourced from local pastures, farms + waters curated by the Estate Culinary Team.
TICKETS bit.ly/4aB9cFF

Address

2191 Laguna Road
Santa Rosa, CA
95401

Opening Hours

Wednesday 11am - 4pm
Thursday 11am - 4pm
Friday 11am - 4pm
Saturday 11am - 4pm
Sunday 11am - 4pm

Telephone

(707)8232404

Website

https://linktr.ee/Martinraywinery

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