From Vine to Vision
With over 145 years of global leadership in grape and wine education, the UC Davis Department of Viticulture and Enology (V&E) enters a new era with the launch of Hilgard631. This 501(c)(3) nonprofit makes it possible for us to share our wine with the public for the benefit of student scholarship.
Origins of Hilgard631
The name Hilgard631 pays tribute to Dr. Eugene Hilgard, a pioneering soil scientist, viticulturist, and the first director of the University Agricultural Experiment Station (AES), which has, and continues to, lay the groundwork for successful agriculture in California. The number 631 is the address of the UC Davis LEED Platinum Teaching and Research Winery on Hilgard Lane—the world’s first winery to receive this distinction in sustainability.
The Grapes and Wines
Wines are made in the UC Davis LEED Platinum Teaching and Research Winery from grapes grown by us. They come from Oakville Station, our premier Napa Valley vineyard used for generations to produce both world-class research and wines, and our vineyards that surround the UC Davis campus. Each year students with the support of V&E staff and faculty make wine as part of the classes taught to undergraduate and graduate students.
Hands sort freshly harvested grapes. (Gregory Urquiaga / UC Davis)
Positioning Aggies as Leaders in the Wine Industry
At UC Davis, students can pursue a Bachelor of Science, Master of Science, or a minor in Viticulture and Enology. These programs combine a strong scientific foundation in grape growing and winemaking with hands-on, experiential learning in vineyards and wineries. Ph.D. students and postdoctoral scholars also have opportunities to conduct research alongside our world-class multidisciplinary V&E faculty.
The career opportunities for V&E graduates are limitless, with many going on to be winemakers, vineyard managers, professors, consultants, researchers, industry leaders, and more. The V&E Department’s cutting-edge facilities, research-driven curriculum, and deep industry ties shape students into thinkers, problem-solvers, and leaders whose careers will help transform the wine industry locally and globally.
Rows of grapevines in a vineyard stretching into the distance, with autumn-colored leaves and a mountainous landscape in the background under a clear sky. (Gregory Urquiaga / UC Davis)
The Wines
Every bottle is handcrafted by Aggies—a tribute to the passion and excellence that defines the University of California.
Oakville AVA, Napa Valley
2022
Cabernet Sauvignon
$125.00
Oakville AVA, Napa Valley
2020
Cabernet Sauvignon
$125.00
Oakville AVA, Napa Valley
2025
Sauvignon Blanc
$50.00
Yolo County, California
2025
Albariño
$40.00
Wines Crafted, Designed, and Bottled by V&E Students
Oakville AVA, Napa Valley
2025
9 Lives
Sauvignon Blanc
$30.00
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Yolo County
2025
9 Lives
Petite Sirah
$40.00
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Yolo County
non vintage
Dilly Dally
White Blend
$30.00
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Oakville AVA, Napa Valley
non vintage
Dilly Dally
Cabernet Sauvignon
$40.00
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Yolo County
2025
Flight Home
Albariño
$30.00
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Oakville AVA, Napa Valley
2024
Flight Home
Red Wine
$40.00
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Purchasing Info - Local Pickup Only
All our wines are available exclusively for local pickup at the UC Davis Teaching and Research Winery (631 Hilgard Ln, Davis CA). No shipping, no deliveries. We are unable to offer tastings of the wines.
If purchasing 6 or more bottles, pickup outside of sales hours can be arranged. Please complete the contact form to make arrangements.
Wines can only be purchased using a valid credit or debit card with a Visa, Mastercard, AMEX or Discover symbol (physical or tap to pay). We do not accept other forms of payment.
June
- Tuesday, June 16, 12-4 PM
- Friday, June 26, 12-2 PM
July
- Friday, July 10, 12-2 PM
- Friday, July 24, 2-4 PM
August
- Monday, August 3, 12-2 PM
- Friday, August 21, 12-2 PM
September
- Friday, September 4, 12-2 PM
- Tuesday, September 15, 2-4 PM
- Wednesday, September 16, 11 AM-1 PM
To purchase wines, please enter the Teaching and Research Winery by way of the red arrow and star on the map below. If arriving by car, please park in the indicated Visitor Parking area.
