Oak Glen Reserve is the culmination of a dream the McKinleys have had since Tom and Janet moved to California in 1977. Nestled in the valley of the Sonoma Mountain, the property is named for its rugged rolling hills that are dotted with live oak groves. This region is blessed with cool winds and oceanic fog that are ideal conditions to cultivate exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon.
Our winery aims to make artisanal and sustainable wines to be shared with friends and family.
Our Team
The McKinleys
PROPRIETORS
Tom got his wine education splitting time between California and France. After 40 years in the healthcare venture capital space, he has brought his expertise in growing and scaling companies to wine. He and his wife, Janet, found a property they loved and starting planting 10 years ago where they have enjoyed developing their own wine as a couple. They are focused on sustainable practices, and wines full of flavor and authenticity. You can often find Tom and Janet in the fields, teaching their three grandkids about nature and grapes (the wine lessons will come when the kids are 21).
Chris Bowland
VINEYARD MANAGER
Chris is the founder of Bowland Vineyard Management, where he manages all acres of our vineyards, as well as vineyards for William Selyem and other notable wineries throughout the Russian River and Bennett Valley. Chris has degrees in viticulture and agribusiness management. He is passionate about grape growing in Sonoma County and farming in a sustainable manner. If you can’t find him tending to the needs of the vineyards, he will likely be in his garden or fishing on a friend’s pond or the Russian River.
Kathryn McKinley
CLIENT & EVENT DIRECTOR
Kathryn is the youngest of Tom and Janet's 3 kids and the most in love with wine. She believes wine is meant to be shared and enjoys bringing friends and family together over a bottle (or bottles). Having received masters degrees in engineering and business, her focus at Oak Glen Reserve is making the technical practices of wine creation accessible to all audiences.
For inquiries, please contact Kathryn directly at: kathryn@oakglenreserve.com
Patrick Sullivan
WINEMAKER
Pat is a native of Sonoma County. After graduating from UC Berkeley with a degree in Molecular Cell Biology, he received a master’s degree in Enology at CSU Fresno. His passion and commitment for winemaking led him through acclaimed wineries such as Peter Michael Winery, Paul Hobbs Winery, Lewis Cellars and Rudd Winery. Through years of dedication and hard work, Pat makes exceptional wines that reveal a true sense of character and authenticity.
Our Wines
2019 Oak Glen Reserve Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
The 2019 vintage has a deep purple color with blue plum notes on the nose mixed with anise and dried herbs. On the palate is sumptuously soft, with terrific structure and ultra-fine tannins that have grip and weight. The finish is long and lingering with a nutmeg and cedar oak finish. This wine is aging so gracefully we recommend re-ordering at your convenience enough to drink year after year for the next 5-7 years.
VINTAGE: 2019
VINEYARD: Blackhole Vineyard
APPELLATION: Sonoma Mountain
COMPOSITION: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
CLONE: 337, 338 & 169
AGING: 21 months in new French oak barrels
ALCOHOL: 14.7 %
HARVEST DATE: October 15, 2019
BOTTLING DATE: June 08, 2021
PRODUCTION: 430 cases
2020 Oak Glen Reserve Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
The wine aged for 22 months on French oak barrels. With dark brick red coloring, and a nose with complex grilling spices and black fruits, this Cab Sauv is a showstopper. Current, plum and blackberry burst from the glass. The elegant mouth feel has first class balance of acid, fruit, and tannins. The long finish exudes cedar and nutmeg and with ultra fine tannins. This wine is great right now and will continue to develop more savory complexity in the months and years ahead.
VINTAGE: 2020
VINEYARD: Blackhole Vineyard
APPELLATION: Sonoma Mountain
COMPOSITION: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
CLONE: 337, 338 & 169
AGING: 22 months in new French oak barrels
ALCOHOL: 14.5 %
HARVEST DATE: September 12, 2020
BOTTLING DATE: June 08, 2021
PRODUCTION: 195 cases
2021 Bar X Bar Chardonnay
The wine serves up rich and heady aromas of ripe pear, honeysuckle, beeswax, toasty spices and ripe stone fruits. The palate has a piquant dash of acidity and freshness. This gives way to a more sweet and savory roundness that has layers that go on and on. The wine finishes clean and uplifting, with a pleasant aftertaste that leaves you craving more.
VINTAGE: 2021
VINEYARD: Blackhole Vineyard
APPELLATION: Sonoma Mountain
COMPOSITION: 100% Chardonnay
CLONE: Wente
AGING: 16 months in French oak barrels
ALCOHOL: 14.1 %
HARVEST DATE: August 30, 2021
BOTTLING DATE: March 07, 2023
PRODUCTION: 73 cases
Join Our Wine Club
Our wines are made in very small quantities and are available to purchase through our wine club. 2023 marks a milestone for Oak Glen Reserve. We are excited to officially include our inaugural release of our 2021 Chardonnay “Bar X Bar” — a wine perfect to enjoy year-round with friends and family. For the current 2023 Fall release, we are also including two vintages of our estate Cabernet Sauvignon. As our wine club member you will have the opportunity to purchase our wine and hear about upcoming events.