Classically-trained and celebrated winemaker Bob Blue broke boundaries in 2013 when he began aging Zinfandel in bourbon barrels. The resulting wine’s depth of flavor and complexity would become the first chapter of 1000 Stories, California’s first bourbon barrel-aged wine.

The tradition of boldly roaming runs deep in our veins. 1000 Stories was the first to release wine aged in bourbon barrels, which created the bourbon barrel aged category.

Since our founding, our company has been driven by excellence, innovation and longstanding commitments to the environment and responsible business practices. We became a Certified B Corporation by meeting rigorous standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency.

Since 2016, 1000 Stories has received 3 HOT PROSPECT Awards from Shanken's Impact Awards.

1000 Stories proudly supports the Wildlife Conservation Society to develop programs that reintroduce bison into healthy environments where they may thrive and contribute to the ecosystems once again.

1000 Stories is the official wine partner of the Academy of Country Music®. Bringing together music and wine fans, this partnership reflects the spirit of Americana that runs deep in 1000 Stories wines and country music.

1000 Stories appointed celebrated winemaker Sebastian Donoso to lead its winemaking operations, ushering in a new era for the brand. This marks the passing of the torch from 1000 Stories founding winemaker Bob Blue who retired in June 2022.