vin 7000.
We're all about the little guys. The small family wineries.
The stories behind the wine, the vineyards, the people, and how we met.
After all, isn't that what makes good wines great?
We find the best artisanal producers, varietals, styles, and regions, from across the U.S.
and around the world, to share with you.
We understand the frustration with limited wine selection and availability in Utah.
That's why we started Vin 7000 - to create a convenient and efficient way to bring unique (nothing mass produced)
fine wines to the avid wine consumers in this state
Maggie Heile, CSW
Maggie is our head wine explorer. After taking "early retirement" from the corporate world, she became addicted to formal wine education, earning her Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW), WSET 2 and Intro Sommelier certifications - with more on the way...
Since 2018, Maggie has had the privilege of working harvest at Natalie's Estate Winery. This experience first sparked the idea for a new wine brokerage in Utah; representing small, family wineries and sharing their wines and stories.
Craig Heile
Growing up in an Italian family, Craig gained an appreciation for good food and wine at an early age. He continued learning about, and experiencing, the magic of food and wine pairings through extensive global travel and living in Northern California for a number of years.
With a high level of culinary talent, and strong taste acuity, Craig is our master of food and wine pairings. He considers a bottle of wine "the art of the impossible", each time opening up a new experience and learning opportunity for himself and others.
the vintners.
We are honored to work closely with some of the finest small-production farmers and winemakers in the world.
BUONCRISTIANI FAMILY WINERY
A Passion of Brothers
The Buoncristiani brothers are bonded not only by blood, but also by a shared passion, vision, and dedication for handcrafting ultra-premium wines that accentuate the enjoyment of life. Born and raised in Napa Valley from a long lineage of Italian winemakers and wine lovers, they take pride in performing all aspects of enology, viticulture, wine production, and art design.
"One of my favorite under-the-radar wineries is Buoncristiani" - Robert Parker, Jr.
FERRARI BROTHERS WINES
Santa Barbara County, California
It's always been about good food and great wine
Brothers Tony and Austin Ferrari started their hospitality, food, coffee, and wine careers at young ages, studying and working at some of the most esteemed schools and restaurants. Their talents have brought high acclaim for their various endeavors - Mom "N Em Coffee, Fausto, and now their own wine business.
LATTA WINES
Small lot Washington wines
Latta Wines puts uncommon varietals from the most unique vineyards in Washington State on center stage. Years of scouring the geologically diverse soils of Eastern Washington led to an initial release of two very special wines, then four, and so on.
"This is a new project by [...] winemaker Andrew Latta, and the wines are awesome across the board. This is one bandwagon to get on." - Jeb Dunnuck, The Wine Advocate
LEO STEEN WINES
Sonoma County, California
Sommelier + Winemaker
Owner/winemaker Leo Hansen has been immersed in food and wine his whole life, starting in his father's restaurant in Denmark at age 12. Since then, he has honed his craft as both a Sommelier and professional winemaker. Leo has developed a gentle approach that focuses more on natural yeasts, lower alcohols and less new oak. His specialty is Chenin Blanc, also known as Steen in South Africa...and, ironically, a family name!
MILA FAMILY VINEYARDS
Sonoma County, California
Biodynamic Rhone Varietals
Driven by an obsession with Grenache, Michael Oravecz and Loretta DiChiro purchased a ranch in the Alexander Valley, traveled the world learning their craft, and partnered with the best consultants and mentors in biodynamic farming and winemaking. After 12 years of preparing and tending their vineyard, they bottled their first vintage in 2015.
NATALIE'S ESTATE WINERY
Willamette Valley, Oregon
Old World Winemaking
Owners Boyd and Cassandra Teegarden are dedicated to handcrafting small batches of premium wines using traditional European winemaking techniques. This dedication produces unforgettable wines that are unique, and reflect the artisan care they put into making their single vineyard wines and robust blends.
"A hidden gem in the Oregon wine country" - Natalie MacLean
NELLCÔTE WINES
Opulent, uniquely expressive and collectible wines
Inspired by a decade of living in St. Jean-Cap Ferrat in the South of France, and its namesake Villa where the Rolling Stones recorded Exile on Mainstreet, the winery's distinctive Cabernet Sauvignon program is meticulously crafted by master winemaker Phillip Corallo-Titus from ultra-premium fruit sourced from legendary vineyards. The rosé is kick-ass, too.
PAULA KORNELL SPARKLING WINE
Reviving a Tradition begun by her Father
Paula has revived a family tradition begun by her father, Hanns Kornell, pioneering winemaker of Kornell Champagne Cellars and the founding father of Méthode Champenoise wines in California. "Carrying on the family tradition is something I've thought about and worked towards for some time and I believe that my parents would be proud to see the legacy finally come to fruition.
PIER 71 IMPORTS
Champagne, Bordeaux, Provence
Focus on the multi-generational history of the Gonet family
The family's main emphasis is on quality rather than volume; and, as a result, their wines have earned many awards over the years. Daughter Sophie is at the helm of the Gonet Champagne House, and sons Charles-Henri and Frédéric Gonet run the Bordeaux Chateaux.
RUSSIAN RIVER VINEYARDS
Sonoma County, California
The Original Russian River Estate
This iconic estate from the 1890's was built on the foundations of small-scale family farming, becoming home to one of the region's first vineyards. Abandoned during the 1990's, the property has been thoughtfully and sustainably restored to a thriving winery under winemaker Gio Balistreri, a fourth-generation Sonoma County farmer.
STACKED STONE CELLARS
Craftsmanship
Stacked Stone Cellars began in 1998 when owner Donald Thiessen united his love of fine craftsmanship with a love of wine. Stacked Stone Cellars produces small quantities of handcrafted wine. Donald named his "liquid assets" after the elaborate stacked stone landscaping adorning the winery grounds and estate vineyard.
VINTAGE '59 IMPORTS
France, Italy, Spain, Portugal
Artisanal domains making excellent regional wine
Vintage '59 focuses on the rich relationships that spring from their community of growers. They look for people who share sensibilities, making them as important as the wine they produce. Their rule is simple: work with people who make you proud and whose wine you drink at home. Wine made by growers who care deeply about land, tradition, and kinship.
