Akiko Freeman

Coming Up

Stanford University is the school on Akiko Freeman’s record before the work turns to wine, and Freeman Vineyard & Winery has been her co-founded base since 2001. In that setting, the job is framed without ornament: "My job is not to mess it up."

Where They Are Now

Cellar practice at Freeman Vineyard & Winery is kept intentionally plain. Akiko Freeman describes the approach as very traditional, with natural yeast, and wines that are left unfiltered and unfined.

Career - Co-founder — Freeman Vineyard & Winery, Sebastopol, Sonoma County, California, USA (2001–present) - Winemaker — Freeman Vineyard & Winery, Sebastopol, Sonoma County, California, USA (2001–present) Education: Stanford University

Signature

Akiko's signature wines include Akiko’s Cuvee, 2022 Akiko’s Cuvée Pinot Noir, 2021 Akiko's Cuvee West Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir, 2022 Ryo-Fu West Sonoma Coast Chardonnay, and Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir.

In Their Words “Our wines are a great representation of the fruit from this unique area and represent the utmost quality in viniculture and winemaking.” “We use very traditional production techniques, natural yeast, and all of our wines are unfiltered and unfined.”

FAQ What is Akiko Freeman's current role? As of 2026, Akiko Freeman is Co-founder. Where did Akiko Freeman train or study? Akiko Freeman trained at Stanford University. What recognition has Akiko Freeman received? Green-White Achievement Award for agricultural excellence.