Russian River Valley · Sonoma County · Healdsburg
Williams Selyem
Cult Pinot Noir producer with legendary waitlist.
Last verified: February 2026
About
One of California's most revered Pinot Noir producers, founded in 1981 by Burt Williams and Ed Selyem. Known for single-vineyard designations from legendary sites like Rochioli, Allen, and Hirsch. The mailing list has years-long waitlists. Tastings are available exclusively for active list members by appointment.
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Reservation Required
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Family-friendly by appointment
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Tasting Experiences
Estate Tasting
$75Seated tasting at the estate winery on Westside Road, featuring single-vineyard Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays. Available exclusively for active list members.
60 min1–6 guestsReservation Required
Includes: 5-6 wines, seated estate experience
Vineyard Walk & Tasting
$125Guided walk through the estate vineyard followed by a seated tasting of reserve wines. Active list members only.
90 min2–6 guestsReservation Required
Includes: Vineyard tour, 6 wines including single-vineyard designations
Wines
| Wine | Type | Vintage | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Allen Vineyard Pinot Noir 2023 Rich and concentrated from one of Russian River's finest vineyards. Dark cherry, cola, and savory spice. | 🍷Pinot Noir | 2023 | $110 | |
Rochioli Riverblock Vineyard Pinot Noir 2023 From a legendary vineyard block. Ethereal red cherry, rose petal, and forest floor with extraordinary finesse. | 🍷Pinot Noir | 2023 | $110 | |
Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2024 Cool-climate Pinot with red plum, wild strawberry, and coastal minerality. | 🍷Pinot Noir | 2024 | $70 | |
Westside Road Neighbors Pinot Noir 2024 A multi-vineyard blend showcasing Russian River character. Bright cherry, cranberry, and earthy notes. | 🍷Pinot Noir | 2024 | $90 | |
Papera Vineyard Zinfandel 2024 Old-vine Russian River Zinfandel with boysenberry, pepper, and rustic charm. | 🍷Zinfandel | 2024 | $72 | |
Drake Estate Vineyard Chardonnay 2024 Single-vineyard Chardonnay from a historic Russian River site. Meyer lemon, hazelnut, and beautiful acidity. | 🥂Chardonnay | 2024 | $68 | |
Estate Vineyard Chardonnay 2023 Estate-grown Chardonnay with Burgundian elegance. Citrus, wet stone, and restrained oak. | 🥂Chardonnay | 2023 | $70 |
Allen Vineyard Pinot Noir 2023
Rich and concentrated from one of Russian River's finest vineyards. Dark cherry, cola, and savory spice.
🍷Pinot Noir2023
Rochioli Riverblock Vineyard Pinot Noir 2023
From a legendary vineyard block. Ethereal red cherry, rose petal, and forest floor with extraordinary finesse.
🍷Pinot Noir2023
Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2024
Cool-climate Pinot with red plum, wild strawberry, and coastal minerality.
🍷Pinot Noir2024
Westside Road Neighbors Pinot Noir 2024
A multi-vineyard blend showcasing Russian River character. Bright cherry, cranberry, and earthy notes.
🍷Pinot Noir2024
Papera Vineyard Zinfandel 2024
Old-vine Russian River Zinfandel with boysenberry, pepper, and rustic charm.
🍷Zinfandel2024
Drake Estate Vineyard Chardonnay 2024
Single-vineyard Chardonnay from a historic Russian River site. Meyer lemon, hazelnut, and beautiful acidity.
🥂Chardonnay2024
Estate Vineyard Chardonnay 2023
Estate-grown Chardonnay with Burgundian elegance. Citrus, wet stone, and restrained oak.
🥂Chardonnay2023
Hours
MondayBy Appointment
TuesdayBy Appointment
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ThursdayBy Appointment
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