We have been involved with this vineyard since 2006 and began leasing the whole vineyard in 2013. This vineyard is 3 miles east of our estate ranch which puts it about 6 miles from the Pacific. The soils are ancient ocean floor origin with high iron, quartzite, and shale. After 20 years, the vine roots have penetrated into the subsoils rich in minerals with varying amounts of clay and sand. The lower vineyard blocks create a wine which is refreshing and complex with sound structure and elegance for the long haul. Another unique aspect of this vineyard is that it straddles both the Mendocino Ridge and Anderson Valley AVA’s and can be used as a vineyard designate in either appellation. In March 2018, the Wine Enthusiast rated this vineyard in their Top 5 vineyards in this northern coastal area. We of course, already knew it was a very special site.