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St. Francis Red Blends

Sonoma red blends poured in Commack since the first vintage.

6 bottles Same-day or next-day LI delivery Wine shipping where legal
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The story

The story behind St. Francis

Joe Martin planted St. Francis in Sonoma County in 1971 and opened the winery with Lloyd Canton in 1979. The fruit comes largely from North Coast estate properties, Wild Oak and Behler Ranch among them, farmed sustainably for decades. The flagship red blend pulls from both Bordeaux and Rhone traditions: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Mourvedre and Malbec in one bottle.

Each varietal is handled on its own terms. Syrah and Mourvedre ferment in open top tanks for earthy depth, Cabernet and Merlot in closed top tanks for structure, and the Malbec co-ferments with a portion of the Cabernet. A cold soak locks in color before French oak aging, then the master blend comes together. That patience shows in the glass.

The lineup

Explore the St. Francis range

Six St. Francis bottlings sit on our shelves, from the everyday red blend to Old Vines Zinfandel. Here is how they line up.

ExpressionTypeProof / ABVTasting notes
St. Francis Red 750mLRed Blend14.7% ABVCabernet, Merlot, Syrah, Mourvedre, Malbec; French oak
St. Francis Claret 750mLClaret14.5% ABVBordeaux style blend, firm tannin, dark cherry
St. Francis Merlot 750mLMerlot14.5% ABVPlum and cocoa, soft finish, weeknight pour
St. Francis Cabernet Sauvignon 750mLCabernet Sauvignon14.5% ABVCassis, cedar, French oak, structured tannins
St. Francis Old Vines Zinfandel 750mLZinfandel15.5% ABVBrambly berry, black pepper, old vine concentration
St. Francis Chardonnay 750mLChardonnay14.2% ABVApple, vanilla oak, rounded Sonoma texture
Out of stockWineSt. Francis - Chardonnay 750mL$13.99Out of stockCabernetSt. Francis - Cabernet Sauvignon 750mL$17.99Out of stockMerlotSt. Francis - Merlot 750mL$14.99Out of stockWineSt. Francis - Old Vines Zinfandel 750mL$16.99Out of stockWineSt. Francis - Red 750mL$7.99Out of stockRed BlendsSt. Francis - Claret 750mL$16.99
Buying guidance

Which St. Francis is right for you?

You can buy St. Francis online here and pick it up curbside in Commack at no charge. The Red blend runs $7.99, the Chardonnay $13.99, the Merlot $14.99. Claret and Old Vines Zinfandel each come in at $16.99, and the Cabernet Sauvignon is $17.99. Wine ships to the states where it is legal, confirmed at checkout. Local delivery runs same-day or next-day across Nassau and Suffolk, and it is free over $250.

The Weeknight Red DrinkerSt. Francis Red 750mL

Five varietals, French oak, under eight dollars. Tuesday dinner solved.

The Cabernet TraditionalistSt. Francis Cabernet Sauvignon 750mL

Structured, cedar and cassis, built for steak and a long evening.

The Zinfandel HunterSt. Francis Old Vines Zinfandel 750mL

Old vine concentration and pepper, the bottle to open for barbecue.

Make the most of it

St. Francis cocktails and pairings

St. Francis red blends want fat and char. Think grilled lamb, braised short ribs, aged cheddar. Keep a decanter handy for the Cabernet.
Good to know

St. Francis questions, answered

Who owns St. Francis Winery?
St. Francis Winery and Vineyards was founded by Joe Martin, who planted the vineyard in 1971 and opened the winery with business partner Lloyd Canton in 1979. It remains a Sonoma County producer known for estate fruit and sustainable farming.
What grapes are in St. Francis Red Blend?
The flagship red blend typically combines five varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Mourvedre and Malbec. Each is fermented and aged separately in French oak before the final blend is assembled, bridging Bordeaux and Rhone styles.
Is St. Francis wine sweet or dry?
St. Francis reds are dry. The Red Blend, Claret, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon finish dry with oak aging, while the Old Vines Zinfandel shows ripe fruit but stays dry. None of these are sweet wines.
Where can I buy St. Francis wine on Long Island?
Long Island Wine and Spirit Merchant stocks St. Francis at 1171 Jericho Turnpike in Commack. Order online for free curbside pickup, or get same-day or next-day delivery across Nassau and Suffolk, free over $250.
How should I serve St. Francis Red Blend?
Serve it slightly below room temperature, around 60 to 65 degrees, in a standard red wine glass. Give it fifteen minutes of air. It pairs with grilled lamb, braised beef and aged cheddar.
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