We need to make sure you are, too. In 1985, Agustin Huneeus, a Chilean exile who had built Concha y Toro in his native country, took over the helm at Franciscan. Franciscans - Wikipedia For more information, or to make reservations, please call (908) 221-0040. Franciscan Winery Port | Visit A Winery Franciscan Lakeside Lodge Our wines are perfectly aged. We strive to create wines of the highest character and excellence in every vintage. We need to make sure you are, too. Franciscan - Empire Wine & Liquor I first heard about Franciscan from a coworker and friend who shares passion for wine, and told me about a great wine he enjoyed with his wife. Franciscan’s first Napa Valley blend offered to the public was Magnificat, a wine that continues to express their craftsmanship. Taste of Sonoma showcases Sonoma County’s most renowned vintners and the bounty that Sonoma County has to offer in one immersive day.