CLEARLAKE, Calif. – When Derek Holstein, winemaker since 2005 for Cache Creek Vineyards, was notified that his 2011 Reserve Chardonnay and 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon had again won gold medals, he was still enjoying the news of the gold medal he won just last week from the Press Democrat North Coast Wine Challenge, also for the 2011 Reserve Chardonnay.

“It is such a privilege to be in a position to support the beautiful vineyards of Cache Creek Vineyards and the Van Pelt family in their desire to produce world class wines from a fairly new growing area with tremendous potential,” said Holstein.

The 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon received a Double Gold earlier this year from the American Fine Wines Competition which was held in Florida.

Cache Creek Vineyards is a small, family-owned, sustainably farmed vineyard in Lake County. Production is small with a total of 1,400 cases of four varietals being produced this year.  

“Our limited production allows Derek to give more hands-on attention to each varietal. That attention starts in the vineyard and continues through the wine making process. We are committed to growing exceptional grapes and proud to present wines exhibiting creativity and longevity,” said Linda Glover, spokesperson for Cache Creek Vineyards.

Wines can be purchased online at www.cachecreekvineyards.com , call 707-272-8466 for phone orders or visit Lake County Wine Studio, 9505 Main St., Upper Lake.