David Girard

Sierra Foothills whites and Syrah with Mediterranean character.

David Girard produces wines in California's Sierra Foothills, a region known for bold reds and distinctive whites shaped by elevation and continental climate. The winery's Grenache Blanc offers the mineral precision and aromatic lift characteristic of the variety, while Coda Blanc—a blend of Grenache Blanc, Marsanne, Vermentino, Roussanne, and Viognier—demonstrates the complexity that emerges from combining Mediterranean white grapes. The Syrah rounds out the portfolio with the dark fruit and spice typical of Shiraz in warmer climates. Wine Enthusiast has rated these releases. The winery's focus on white varieties and Syrah reflects the Sierra Foothills' capacity for both elegant, food-friendly whites and structured reds.