1 Barrel of Wine

So here is how it works. 

Let me start by saying this: this isn’t about wine—it’s about you.

Every year, someone calls me and says, “Keith, we’re out of wine!” And I smile, because I remember when they first came to me saying, “300 bottles? That’s way too much. We’ll never drink that much wine!”

But here’s what happens, every time:

One bottle for a quiet family dinner. Another for a well-deserved celebration. A few shared with close friends who drop by unexpectedly. A handful given as gifts to clients who became lifelong partners. A case donated to a charity auction, where their wine raised thousands of dollars for a cause they truly believe in.

And before they know it, the wine is gone. But what’s left? Stories. Memories. Connections.

This isn’t about the wine in the bottle—it’s about what the wine does. It’s about the lives it touches and the moments it creates.

What Are You Getting?

When you buy a barrel from us, you’re not just buying wine. You’re creating something personal. Something meaningful.

Here’s how it breaks down:

• $13,000 gets you one barrel of estate-grown wine.

• That barrel holds 25 cases, each with 12 bottles.

• In total, you’re getting 300 bottles of handcrafted wine, made just for you.

Let’s talk numbers:

• $43.33 per bottle. That’s the cost of wine grown, picked, pressed, and bottled by us, with you in mind.

• Once aged for an extra year, the market value of each bottle jumps to $100+.

If you were to buy these 300 bottles at market value, it would cost $30,000. But because this is your wine, you’re getting all of it for $13,000.

That’s the math. But this isn’t about numbers—it’s about meaning.

This Isn’t Just Wine

Here’s what makes this special:

• This is Not Off-the-Shelf Wine.
  Let me be clear: this isn’t some private-label operation where we slap your name on a bottle and call it “custom.” This is the same wine we pour for our family, the same wine I’ve put the faces of the people I love most on. It’s wine we grew, farmed, picked, and crafted with care.

But this time, it’s not our faces on the bottles—it’s yours.

• Your Wine, Your Story.
  When you buy a barrel, we’ll work together to design a label that tells your story. A family photo, your company logo, a piece of art that speaks to you—whatever it is, we’ll make sure it’s perfect.

And here’s the best part:

• These bottles aren’t just labeled—they’re screen-printed with precious metals like gold, silver, or copper. These aren’t just bottles of wine. They’re works of art.

• Made Just for You.
  Every bottle is a reflection of you, your family, your story. From the vines in the ground to the glass in your hand, this wine was made for you.

Why This Matters

Wine isn’t just something you drink. It’s a story in a bottle. It’s a memory you can hold.

• It’s the wine you open when your family is finally all around the same table, telling stories that make you laugh until you cry.

• It’s the bottle you gift to someone who stood by you when you needed it most.

• It’s the case you donate to a cause you believe in, knowing your wine will raise $1,200 or more for something bigger than yourself.

When you own a barrel, you’re not just getting wine—you’re creating opportunities to connect. To celebrate. To share.

Who’s Done This Before?

We’ve created barrels for some of the most remarkable people and organizations, each with their own story to tell:

• Former Presidents

• Universities, celebrating historic milestones, achievements, and alumni legacies.

• Construction Companies, marking the completion of monumental projects and laying foundations for the future.

• Money Managers, showing appreciation to their clients in a way that’s both meaningful and enduring.

• Sports Teams, commemorating championships, victories, and seasons of triumph.

• Movie Studios, wrapping up blockbuster productions with a bottle that becomes a part of the story.

• Nonprofits, raising awareness and funds for causes that change lives.

• Small Businesses, building deeper connections with their customers and communities.

• Law Firms, celebrating partnerships and victories in the courtroom.

• Wedding Parties, creating custom wine for the biggest day of their lives and sharing it with loved ones.

• Charities, auctioning custom bottles that raise thousands for causes they believe in.

• Family Reunions, toasting generations past and present with wine that reflects their shared legacy.

• Tech Companies, gifting bottles to celebrate innovations, launches, and team achievements.

• Restaurants and Hospitality Groups, creating unique wines to serve as part of their identity.

• Winery Collectors, adding something rare and personal to their cellars.

• Churches and Religious Organizations, marking anniversaries and community milestones.

• Healthcare Organizations, commemorating breakthroughs, anniversaries, and care milestones.

• Artists and Designers, who see wine as an extension of their creativity and expression.

• Luxury Brands, enhancing their story with bottles that reflect their values and style.

• Wine Enthusiasts, who want to celebrate life with something truly unique and personal.

• Families, telling their story with every bottle shared at their table.

Each one of these people and organizations started with an idea: to create something meaningful, personal, and enduring. And every time, the result has been something unforgettable.

Who’s next? You. Let’s tell your story.

Why Us?

At Saarloos and Sons, this isn’t just what we do—it’s who we are.

For generations, we’ve farmed this land, nurtured these vines, and poured our hearts into every bottle we make. Every step, from planting the seeds to bottling the wine, is done by us. This isn’t mass production—it’s personal production.

This is the same wine I pour for my family. The same wine I’ve put the faces of the people I love most on. And now, it’s your turn.

Let’s Make Something Special

Here’s what you get:

• 300 bottles of handcrafted, estate-grown wine.

• $43.33 per bottle for wine worth $200+.

• Custom labels, screen-printed with precious metals for a timeless, artistic touch.

• A wine that’s not just good—it’s yours.

This isn’t about buying wine. It’s about creating something meaningful. Something unforgettable.

The Call to You

Let’s do this together. Let’s create something you’ll love, something your family will cherish, and something the people around you will never forget.

Stop hesitating. Let’s make it happen. Call me. Email me. Come to the tasting room and let’s sit down with a glass of wine and talk about how we can tell your story.

Because at the end of the day, this isn’t about us—it’s about you.

From our plow to your porch,
—Keith Saarloos