The Prisoner Wine Company, a California producer based in Rutherford, was established in 2010 by Huneeus Vintners as its marketing arm for The Prisoner (a Napa Valley red blend) and Saldo (a Zinfandel from some of California's most revered vineyards). Those wines were acquired from Dave Phinney, the original winemaker and founder of The Prisoner under Orin Swift Cellars.

In April 2016, Constellation Brands, Inc. acquired The Prisoner Wine Company's portfolio of brands from Huneeus Vintners. The portfolio now includes five fine wine brands led by The Prisoner. The others are Saldo, Cuttings, Blindfold and Thorn.

The Prisoner was created and inspired by the drinkable “mixed blacks” first made by the Italian immigrants who originally settled in the Napa Valley. Launched in 2003, The Prisoner soon became recognized as the most innovative and unique Napa Valley Red Wine blend. It led the resurgence of blends by incorporating Zinfandel with the unlikely “mix” of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Petite Sirah and Charbono.

The Prisoner features enticing aromas of bing cherry, espresso, and roasted fig. Persistent flavors of ripe raspberry, pomegranate and wild berry linger harmoniously for a smooth and luscious finish.