Borra Vineyards

Borra Vineyards traces its roots in Lodi back three generations, and the roots go even further back to a small town in Italy.  Stephen J. Borra is owner and winemaker for Borra Vineyards, but the foundation of the winery goes back a hundred years ago to his maternal grandfather. Over a century ago, Steve’s grandfather Giuseppe Manassero embarked on a journey from Carrú, Italy, to begin a new life.  He made his way to Lodi, California, where he set out to create something that reminded him of la dolce vita in Italy.  And with Italy as his muse, he planted the grapevine cuttings for what was to become a beloved family tradition that has grown into the family business.