Welcome
Bravium translates from Latin as “reward, prize, or gift” and sums up Proprietor and Winemaker Derek Rohlffs’ feelings about wine – namely that it is a reward for our labors, a prized part of mealtime, and a gift to be shared. Derek’s winemaking philosophy is an extension of his Environmental Studies background and belief that great wine begins in the vineyard. Bravium utilizes minimalist winemaking practices and its wines are balanced and food-friendly. One of Derek’s music heroes, Jack White, has said: “Technology is the disease you have to fight in any creative field…ease of use [is the enemy].” And while winemaking is part art and part science, Bravium emphasizes traditional methods whenever possible. Bravium was created with the intention to give back to charitable organizations by way of its Sip&Give donation platform.
Sip & Give
A portion of the proceeds from the sale of all Bravium and Artisan brand wines support Sip&Give, Bravium's patent pending social media charitable giving tool. Sip&Give features a roster of worthy charities that are funded based upon your votes. Put simply, we make wine, you drink wine, and together, we sip and give. Click the Sip&Give logo to vote for your favorite charity. Thank you.
