Extraordinary Wines from
Award-Winning Vintners
Our winemaker collaborations create wines that make you stop mid-conversation and say 'this is incredible.' Bob Cabral, Jesse Katz, David Ramey, Tom Rochioli, and Michael Browne each bring decades of mastery to create our wines with extraordinary depth and complexity. These wines don't just complement dinner. They elevate your weeknight meals, making them memorable.
A Chef's Approach to Wine
At Valette Wines, the same obsession to attention to detail that has earned Michelin recognition in our kitchens, guides every wine we create. Each wine is crafted with balance, complexity, and ability to elevate the dining experience, whether enhancing the delicate flavors of seafood, complementing the richness of roasted meats, or transforming a simple meal into something extraordinary.
We invite you to explore our curated wine and food pairing experiences, where our team will demonstrate how each wine harmonizes with its culinary counterpart. Or, join us at Valette, The Matheson, or Roof 106, and allow our chefs to craft a memorable meal while our wines complete the story.
Deep Healdsburg Roots
Some stories start with a dream, but ours started with flour and a French accent. In the 1820s, Dustin's great-grandfather opened French bakeries around Healdsburg's town square. Today, those same historic buildings house Valette and The Matheson. When you visit, you'll likely spot Bob 'Pops' Valette, Dustin's dad, wandering the dining rooms with a glass of Pinot Noir in hand, sharing the stories that built this legacy.
The Wine Collective Experience
Where every bottle has a story, and every story has a dish. Our wine club members get exclusive access to these collaborative wines, plus recipes from Dustin's kitchen and VIP treatment at our restaurants. This is where legendary winemakers craft bottles for you to enjoy, and where every shipment feels like a gift from friends.
Our Story
“Growing up, I’d sneak into my great-grandfather’s cellar, surrounded by hanging salumi and fermenting wine. That’s where I learned that great hospitality isn’t just about the food or just about the wine, it’s about creating moments that bring people together. Everything we do today, from our restaurants to our wine collection, comes back to that same idea. We’re in the business of making memories.”
Early 1900s
THE JOURNEY BEGINS
The Valette story starts with a dream and determination. When Dustin's great-grandfather left France to settle in Healdsburg, California in the early 1900s, he planted roots that would grow deeper with each generation. This connection to the land isn't just history. It's the foundation of everything we serve today.
1920s
HONORÉ’S LEGACY
Honoré Valette brought his French craftsmanship to downtown Healdsburg, where his "Snowflake Bakery" stood within the footprint of what's now The Matheson and his "Home Bakery" was located on the site now occupied by Valette restaurant. His commitment to quality, and hospitality, established the enduring family values that continue to guide both restaurant and wine endeavors today.
2015
A DREAM REALIZED
Two brothers, one shared vision. When Dustin Valette and Aaron Garzini opened Valette restaurant in 2015, they created more than a dining room. They built a community of growers and producers who care as much about their craft as they do. This obsession with exceptional ingredients revealed how great wine makes great food taste even better. Ten years later, that magic still happens every night.
2016 - 2025
LEGENDARY COLLABORATIONS
Friendships became partnerships around dinner tables. Bob Cabral, Jesse Katz, David Ramey, Tom Rochioli, and Michael Browne share Dustin's obsession with getting every detail right. Each brings decades of expertise to craft wines that elevate simple meals into celebrations and transform ordinary evenings into memories. This is what happens when perfectionists become friends.
2021
COMING FULL CIRCLE
In 2021, Dustin restored the 110-year-old building where his great-grandfather once baked bread, transforming it into The Matheson. Now Michelin-recognized cuisine and Valette Wines come together in the same space where Honoré once fed the community. Expertly crafted pairings honor the family tradition. Great hospitality brings people together, one shared meal at a time.
Today
THE COMPLETE EXPERIENCE
The Valette Wines Club provides access to multiple 100-point winemakers, custom recipes from Chef Dustin Valette, exclusive restaurant privileges, and personal concierge service, connecting members to the authentic Wine Country lifestyle. This comprehensive experience spans exceptional wines, world-class dining, and unparalleled hospitality across the brand's multiple restaurant locations, creating the ultimate insider's access to Sonoma County's finest offerings.
2026
THE FUTURE UNFOLDS
Opening in 2026, the Valette Wine Lounge in downtown Healdsburg shares a wall with the original Valette restaurant, disrupting traditional wine tasting rooms by seamlessly integrating food and wine experiences. This exclusive venue reimagines wine tasting through curated pairings and innovative presentations, creating an exciting new chapter in the Valette story where every sip is enhanced by culinary artistry.
Our Wines
Champagne, France
$125 / 750ml
Kick Ranch Vineyard
WINEMAKER: JESSE KATZ
$37 / 750ml
Sonoma Coast
WINEMAKER: BOB CABRAL
$28 / 750ml
Rochioli Estate
WINEMAKER: TOM ROCHIOLI
$70 / 750ml
Russian River Valley
WINEMAKER: DAVID RAMEY
$70 / 750ml
Sonoma Coast
WINEMAKER: BOB CABRAL
$70 / 750ml
Bush Crispo Vineyard
WINEMAKER: BOB CABRAL
$75 / 750ml
Russian River Valley
WINEMAKER: MICHAEL BROWNE
$85 / 750ml
Skellenger Vineyard
WINEMAKER: JESSE KATZ
$150 / 750ml
Our Past Vintages
Ready to explore beyond our current releases? Our wine library showcases the evolution of Valette Wines with scores, detailed tech sheets, tasting notes, and vintage insights for every serious wine enthusiast.
Our wines live where conversation flows and glasses clink. From beloved neighborhood spots to destination restaurants, these are the places pouring Valette Wines. Stop by to taste what happens when restaurant roots meet winemaking craft.
Visit These Locations to Taste Valette Wines
Raising A Glass to Those That Answer the Call
Bob "Pops" Valette dedicated 45 years flying for California's fire service. Watching his father serve gave Chef Dustin deep appreciation for the hidden dangers firefighters face long after the flames are out.
When you become a new customer, use code V10 at checkout. 10% of your purchase supports The V Foundation for Cancer Research, founded by coach Jim Valvano to fund breakthrough cancer research and help firefighters live longer, healthier lives. Every toast honors Pops' service.
Our Winemakers
David Ramey
David Ramey helped pioneer the artisan winemaking techniques that define modern California whites, earning the nickname "Professor Chardonnay" from Wine Spectator for his transformative influence since the 1970s through groundbreaking methods like whole-cluster pressing, sur lie aging, and native yeast fermentations that are now industry standard. David has crafted two 100-point Chardonnays and served 26 years on the Board of Communicating for Agriculture, providing visas for foreign students to work harvest in the US while establishing his reputation as one of California's most influential winemakers who fundamentally changed how the world views American wine.
For Valette Wines: David brings traditional French techniques and modern precision to create Chardonnays that represent the absolute pinnacle of California winemaking.
Michael Browne
Michael Browne left everything behind in Seattle in 1997 with his wife, Sarah, to pursue his winemaking dream in Sonoma County, co-founding the acclaimed Kosta Browne winery, which earned Wine Spectator's Wine of the Year in 2011 and several other Top 100 placements, before launching their own celebrated labels, CIRQ and CHEV.
His meticulous approach combines technical excellence with bold innovation, making Michael one of Pinot Noir's most respected craftsmen in his field, who has crafted award-winning wines, including a coveted 100-point wine that consistently receives critical acclaim, while using their platform to mentor the next generation of winemakers and support their community.
For Valette Wines: Michael channels his visionary spirit into creating stunning Pinot Noirs that represent the perfect marriage of ambition and artistry.
Bob Cabral
A fourth-generation California farmer with 45 years of winemaking experience, Bob made wine history in 2010 when his 2007 Litton Estate Pinot Noir became the first North American Pinot Noir to achieve a perfect 100-point score from Wine Enthusiast Magazine. Named Wine Enthusiast's 2011 Winemaker of the Year and North Bay Business Journal's
2016 Winemaker of the Year, he has crafted over 100 wines scoring 95-100 points and been ranked more than 20 times as Artisan Winery of the Year. His legendary career includes 17 years at Williams Selyem, and beyond winemaking, he and his wife Heather have donated over $5 million to children's charities while mentoring winemakers.
For Valette Wines: Bob crafts our Pinot Noir and Rosé of Pinot Noir with four decades of expertise, bringing his legendary touch to wines that represent the pinnacle of craftsmanship.
Tom Rochioli
Tom Rochioli is a third-generation farmer and first-generation winemaker whose family has worked the same Russian River Valley vineyard since 1938. His 1985 Rochioli Pinot Noir made wine history when it was named "Best Pinot Noir in America" by Wine Spectator in 1987, establishing Rochioli as a Russian River Valley pioneer and proving California Pinot Noir could rival the world's finest. His family planted Sauvignon Blanc in 1959 and were Pinot Noir pioneers in 1968, with some of California's oldest producing Sauvignon Blanc vines still in production today. As one of California's finest wine producers, his terroir-driven wines showcase the unique characteristics of individual vineyard blocks.
For Valette Wines: Tom crafts our Chardonnay with decades of family knowledge and an uncompromising commitment to excellence, showcasing the legendary Rochioli touch.
Jesse Katz
Jesse Katz is the first winemaker named to Forbes 30 Under 30, Wine Enthusiast's "40 Under 40 Tastemaker," and Wine Spectator "Rising Star," having crafted 39 perfect 100-point wines from five different critics. His 2020 Aperture Del Rio Cabernet is the only wine from that vintage to receive 100 points in both Napa and Sonoma, and the first Cabernet in Alexander Valley history to achieve a perfect score. His wine collaboration set world records, with a 6L bottle selling for $1 million. Jesse has raised over $5.8 million for charities through wine auctions and serves on SommFoundation's Board of Directors.
For Valette Wines: Jesse crafts our Cabernet Sauvignon and Sauvignon Blanc with master precision and disruptive innovation, bringing world-class expertise to wines worthy of the Valette name.
Our Wine Club
“For years, we’ve been building relationships with winemakers who share our obsession with quality. These aren’t just wines we sell, they’re bottles I actually want to open at my own table. When you join our wine club, you’re getting access to the same wines we pour for our friends and family. That’s the kind of collection I’m proud to put our name on.”
The First Pour
Monthly cost: $75, 6 month minimum
$75 monthly subscription to be spent at Valette Wine Lounge, ultimate choice on your favorite selections
Two complimentary Flight & Board tastings, for two people
One complimentary 3-course experience, for two people
Early ticket access to exclusive events before public release
Valette Wine Club member discount on Valette Wines events
VIP reservations at Valette, The Matheson, Roof 106 & The Valette Wine Lounge
Complimentary corkage at Valette, The Matheson, Roof 106 & The Valette Wine Lounge
Valette Wine Club discount at The Valette Wine Lounge
Access to reservations at the Valette Guest Cottage in Healdsburg, CA
The Chefs Reserve
Average yearly cost: $650 - $850
12 bottles per year (6 bottles each in Spring & Fall shipment)
Two complimentary Flight & Board tastings, for two people
One complimentary 3-course experience, for two people
$30 flat-rate ground shipping on all club releases
Early ticket access to exclusive events before public release
Valette Wine Club member discount on Valette Wines events
VIP reservations at Valette, The Matheson, Roof 106 & The Valette Wine Lounge
Complimentary corkage at Valette, The Matheson, Roof 106 & The Valette Wine Lounge
Valette Wine Club discount at The Valette Wine Lounge
Access to reservations at the Valette Guest Cottage in Healdsburg, CA
The Cellar Collection
Average yearly cost: $1,400 - $1,700
24 bottles per year (12 bottles in each Spring & Fall shipment)
Two complimentary Flight & Board tastings, for two people
Two complimentary 3-course experience, for two people
Complimentary ground shipping on all orders
Early ticket access to exclusive events before public release
Valette Wine Club member discount on Valette Wines events
VIP reservations at Valette, The Matheson, Roof 106 & The Valette Wine Lounge
Complimentary corkage at Valette, The Matheson, Roof 106 & The Valette Wine Lounge
Valette Wine Club discount at The Valette Wine Lounge
Access to reservations at the Valette Guest Cottage in Healdsburg, CA
The Allocation List
For wine lovers who want to explore without joining a club, we invite you to join our Allocation List for early access to special releases and exclusive events.
Experience limited wines crafted with our award-winning partners that make ordinary evenings extraordinary.
All club benefits reset annually with no carryover. Reservations require advance booking and are subject to availability. Complimentary shipping (Cellar Collection only) applies to primary residence. $75 monthly subscriptions roll automatically (The First Pour) Members must be 21+ with valid ID.
Our Experiences
Flights & Boards
Look up from your tasting and watch Chef-Owner Dustin Valette's charcuterie curing in the boxes suspended above our kitchen. What you're tasting was crafted right here - house-cured meats paired with artisanal cheeses that complement our carefully selected wines. This intimate tasting connects you directly to our culinary process
3 Course Pairing
Every dish tells a story when paired with the right wine. Experience three thoughtfully crafted courses from Chef-Owner Dustin Valette's kitchen, each paired with wines selected to enhance the flavors and textures on your plate. This curated journey connects our culinary philosophy to our wine portfolio.
5 Course Paring
Our signature tasting menu showcases the artistry behind every pairing. Five thoughtfully crafted courses from Chef-Owner Dustin Valette's kitchen, each designed to reveal new dimensions in our carefully selected wines. This is where our culinary creativity meets the expertise of our winemaking partners.
Award-winning Valette offers intimate fine dining where Chef-Owner Dustin Valette and Executive Chef Derek Mattern craft contemporary American cuisine with French influences using estate garden ingredients. Every dish creates the perfect foundation for our wines in the historic building where Dustin's great-grandfather once operated his Home Bakery.
Healdsburg's premier farm-to-table destination, The Matheson earned Wine Spectator's Best of Award of Excellence. Chef-Owner Dustin Valette and Executive Chef Nate Davis create modern Wine Country cuisine crafted to complement our wines, featuring our celebrated 88-wine wall in the historic Plaza building.
Roof 106 serves wood-fired small plates paired with our wines on Healdsburg's most coveted rooftop. Chef-Owner Dustin Valette and Executive Chef Brian Best combine culinary artistry with panoramic Plaza views in an elevated garden setting designed around the complete wine and food experience above the historic town square.
The Valette Wine Lounge
Your new gathering place where great conversations flow as smoothly as the wine in your glass. Whether you're settling in for date night or catching up with friends over exceptional wines, we're creating a space perfect for pre-dinner anticipation or post-meal lingering. We're crafting moments that linger long after the last sip, where exceptional wines meet chef-designed bites in an atmosphere designed for connection. Soon, we'll welcome you to raise a glass with us.
Recipes From our Kitchens
Chef Dustin is opening his personal recipe vault for you. These aren't just any dishes - they're creations born from decades of culinary expertise and a genuine love for how wine and food work together. Dustin knows the right dish can make a good wine unforgettable, turning every meal into something special. His recipes capture flavors that complement our wines perfectly, creating those moments where you pause mid-bite and reach for your glass.
Private Events & Experiences
Whether you're planning an intimate dinner or complete restaurant buyout, our chefs create custom menus that transform your celebration into something extraordinary. Choose from Valette's French-influenced cuisine, The Matheson's farm-to-table artistry, or Roof 106's wood-fired specialties. Our dedicated events team handles every detail while our chefs design seasonal menus around peak ingredients.
Our Upcoming Events & Experiences
Wondering where we'll be next? Some nights you'll find us hosting intimate tastings in our own space, others collaborating alongside acclaimed chefs at culinary events across Wine Country. Each gathering tells a different story, but they all celebrate the same philosophy - that exceptional experiences deserve exceptional company and memorable moments. We hope you will join us in person to experience what happens when culinary passion meets the flavors and creativity that inspire our approach.
Our Team
CHEF - OWNER
Dustin Valette is Chef and Owner of Valette, The Matheson, Roof 106, and Valette Wines in Healdsburg, California. Growing up in great-grandfather Honoré's wine country, the Culinary Institute of America graduate honed his craft at Michelin-starred Aqua and Thomas Keller's Bouchon before spending six years as Executive Chef at Dry Creek Kitchen. In 2015, he and brother Aaron opened restaurant Valette in Honoré's bakery location, followed by The Matheson, both earning Michelin Guide recognition. Living with his wife and two children in Honoré's farmhouse, he creates inventive California cuisine with French technique and locally-sourced ingredients, collaborating with renowned winemakers to produce award-winning wines, including back-to-back 100-point Cabernet Sauvignons.
Dustin Valette
PARTNER
Aaron Garzini honed his hospitality expertise over a decade at John Ash & Co., the pioneer of Sonoma County wine country cuisine, before expanding his leadership skills in San Francisco at Betelnut on Union Street. He returned to his roots as restaurant manager at Francis Coppola's acclaimed Rustic Restaurant in Geyserville, leading teams in delivering impeccable service. In 2015, Aaron co-founded Valette restaurant with his brother Dustin, earning Wine Spectator Award of Excellence and Michelin Guide recognition. After successfully establishing Valette as a cornerstone of Healdsburg's dining scene, Aaron now joins Valette Wines as a partner, bringing proven expertise in creating exceptional guest experiences and deep wine country knowledge.
Aaron Garzini
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
Michael Riel
Michael Riel brings decades of ultra-luxury wine operations experience as our COO, with leadership roles at Paul Hobbs Wines, M.A. Silva Corks USA, and Browne Family Wines. He holds degrees in economics and English, a Corporate Business Degree from Germany, plus UC Davis winemaking credentials and international certifications. Named to North Bay Business Journal's 40 Under 40 in 2012, his expertise attracts industry legends and ensures flawless execution across every aspect of our wine operations. Beyond wine, he's committed to philanthropy, conducting charity work in Nicaragua for over a decade with his wife. When Chef Valette shared his vision for creating exceptional wines, Michael's deep connections throughout Sonoma County and his operational excellence became the backbone that transforms culinary dreams into world-class bottles.
GENERAL MANAGER
Mark Malpiede
Mark Malpiede brings 16 years of transformative experience at Williams Selyem Winery as General Manager to Valette Wines, guiding their growth in strategy, marketing, hospitality, and global sales. Moving from Boston to California in 1991, he fell in love with wine country and built his career from Constellation Brands to becoming a Williams Selyem leader. He served 8 years on Sonoma County Vintners Board and 6 years as President of their Foundation. Currently Co-Chair of Ceres Community Foundation and founding committee member of V Foundation's Sonoma Epicurean fundraiser, he transitioned to Ernest Vineyards as President in 2022, helping open their Healdsburg Square tasting room. Living in Santa Rosa with wife Christie, daughter Paloma, and dogs Lucca and Ivy, his strategic planning expertise and industry connections help open doors for Valette Wines.
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
Kimberly Matson
Kimberly Matson, a Healdsburg native with deep wine industry roots through Brogan Cellars and Littorai, brings passionate advocacy for sustainability, mentorship, and diversity to her Director of Operations role. Her local connections and industry expertise help shape Valette Wines' fusion of wine and culinary excellence while supporting meaningful causes including animal rescue. She champions initiatives supporting environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and community engagement, values aligned with Chef Valette's philosophy of giving back while building success. Her commitment to mentorship creates growth opportunities within the team while contributing to Sonoma County's wine community development. Kimberly's mission centers on maintaining authentic, community-focused operations that reflect quality and integrity.
DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL SALES
Tome Escobar brings an experienced perspective to his role as Wholesale Director for Valette Wines. Driven for exploration and an unrelenting pursuit of knowledge, his goal is to make wine more approachable and the learning process exciting. At Valette, he oversees on-premise sales and distribution, connecting exceptional wines with the people and places that bring them to life.His world travels and extensive tenure in the restaurant and wine industry ensure these highly coveted wines reach the right hands and tables. Beyond wine, Tome challenges himself through the outdoors. starting a small business and educational volunteer work. As a Certified Sommelier through the Court of Master Sommeliers, he builds lasting connections between buyers and wines, sharing the complete story behind each bottle.
Tome Escobar
DIRECTOR OF STRATEGY
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Jillian Benvenuti
Jillian Benvenuti, a fourth-generation Sonoma County resident and Director of Strategy and Business Operations at Valette Hospitality, brings hands-on experience scaling companies from startup to nine-figure valuations. She integrates data-driven guest experience strategies, unifies operational systems across all brands, and develops cross-platform marketing initiatives connecting guests to Chef-Vintner Dustin Valette's full portfolio. As a founding team member at Hello Alice for eight years, she served as Chief of Staff, leading capital raises, managing investor relationships, and driving strategic initiatives through AI-powered workflow automation. She mentors emerging female leaders and leverages her tech background to enable innovative hospitality solutions while preserving authentic guest experiences.