Established in 2014, Oceans Churning’s wines are born in truly special Sonoma vineyards, and brought to life in your glass with meticulous care using classic and gentle Burgundian methods.
Our name recalls an ancient epic from India. Together, the gods and demons churned the cosmic ocean for the potion of immortality. From its roiling depths, first came poisons; then arose the Goddess Uma bearing the nectar of true wisdom.
Here in Sonoma, I found echoes of this story in the spectacular Pacific coast, its rolling hills and vineyards — alternatingly shrouded in ethereal fog and drenched in gorgeous sunlight. Spellbound, I embarked on a voyage to capture this beauty in the wineglass. That journey is Oceans Churning.
Inspired by the great wines of Chablis and Burgundy, and after 15 years of experimentation, I realized that there are very few places for growing white wine grapes in California like Sonoma. Here, rock-strewn, marine soils and a magical trio of sun, fog and sea-winds produce concentrated Chardonnays with fragrant aromas, incredible vibrancy and structure on the palate.
Anchored by a philosophy of conscious winemaking and living, Oceans Churning Wines is my effort to unite historic clones and unique vineyards in this amazing region to produce small lots of elegant and memorable Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Please join me on this beautiful journey. I think you will find it rewarding! Simply send an email or Wechat message to learn more or schedule a visit. Xie xie khe yilu ping’an! Raj Iyer — Winemaker & Owner.
Oceans Churning Wines
19201 Sonoma Highway
Sonoma, CA 95476