Aperture Cellars is a Sonoma County gem founded in 2009 by winemaker Jesse Katz, blending art, architecture, and terroir into the wine experience. With vineyards spanning some of Sonoma’s coolest microclimates—Russian River, Alexander Valley, Bennett Valley, and more—the estate crafts expressive, small-batch Bordeaux‑style wines that balance New World fruit and Old World elegance.Devil Proof Vineyards, the ultra‑premium Malbec project born from Jesse Katz’s journey, centers on the legendary Farrow Ranch in Alexander Valley.This flagship label embodies precision viticulture, artisanal winemaking, and a true sense of place—making Devil Proof the benchmark for California Malbec.