Silver Oak Opens a New Chapter With Its First New Varietal in More Than 50 Years

The inaugural Sauvignon Blanc debuts June 2, expanding the winery’s legacy beyond its signature Cabernet Sauvignon

Oakville, CA — June 2, 2026 — After more than five decades as one of Napa Valley’s most revered producers of Cabernet Sauvignon, Silver Oak Cellars announces the release of its first-ever new varietal: Silver Oak Sauvignon Blanc. This milestone marks a significant evolution for the historic Cabernet house, expanding its portfolio while honoring the same commitment to quality, site expression, and craftsmanship that has defined the brand since 1972.

Long synonymous with American Cabernet Sauvignon, Silver Oak now brings its winemaking expertise to a new varietal: a Sauvignon Blanc sourced from four estate vineyards across Napa Valley and Sonoma County. Each vineyard contributes a distinct element to the final blend, reflecting the care, precision, and depth of Silver Oak’s estate viticulture. The introduction of Sauvignon Blanc opens a new chapter for the winery while remaining distinctly Silver Oak in style and approach.

“This is a meaningful moment for Silver Oak,” said Silver Oak Proprietor and Executive Chairman David R. Duncan. “For over 50 years, we have focused on doing one thing exceptionally well. With Sauvignon Blanc, we saw an opportunity to apply that same level of precision and intention to a varietal that feels incredibly relevant today, while staying true to who we are.”

Crafted as a natural extension of Silver Oak’s winemaking philosophy, this Sauvignon Blanc introduces a bright, expressive counterpoint to the winery’s Cabernet program. Aromatic and complex, the wine opens with notes of pineapple, lychee, and citrus blossom, layered with hints of lemongrass, pea shoots, and honeydew melon. On the palate, it is fresh and precise, with flavors of lemon zest and white peach lifted by bright acidity and a refined, lingering finish. Shaped by a cooler vintage, this inaugural wine is an elegant, finely balanced expression of California Sauvignon Blanc.

“We set out to make a Sauvignon Blanc that reflects the care and precision people expect from Silver Oak,” said Silver Oak Sauvignon Blanc winemaker Ryan Hodgins. “It’s about restraint, detail, and allowing the vineyards to speak. The result is a wine that feels distinctly Silver Oak while offering something entirely new.”

This marks a pivotal evolution for Silver Oak, as the winery expands beyond its historic focus on Cabernet Sauvignon to engage with a new generation of consumers and occasions. It reflects a broader strategy to thoughtfully expand the Silver Oak experience, offering new expressions that align with how people are drinking today, while preserving the integrity and precision that define the house.

The inaugural release will be available beginning June 2 at Silver Oak tasting rooms in Oakville (Napa Valley) and Healdsburg (Alexander Valley). It will be available online at silveroak.com beginning June 9, with broader on-premise distribution to follow later this summer.

About Silver Oak

Silver Oak Cellars was founded in 1972 and is renowned for crafting Cabernet Sauvignon. Fueled by passion and driven by a relentless pursuit of perfection, its meticulously crafted Cabernet Sauvignons are exclusively aged in American Oak, creating wines of elegance, complexity, and consistency. Silver Oak's wineries in Napa Valley and Alexander Valley are the first production wineries to achieve LEED Platinum certification, underscoring Silver Oak's leadership in sustainable winemaking.