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Local Mendocino Wine Guide
Wine Country
MENDOCINO WINERIES
BARRA of MENDOCINO
(Redwood Valley)
From Piedmont, Italy to Mendocino County, California the legacy of fine organic grape-growing techniques continues on in each bottle of BARRA of Mendocino wine. Join Charlie Barra as he shares with you the story of BARRA of Mendocino--then and now.
Visit our website at barraofmendocino.com
BONTERRA VINEYARD
(Hopland)
Mendocino County can be described in many ways – pure, natural, rugged and unspoiled. The certified organic Bonterra Ranch, in the Russian River benchlands of Mendocino, is perhaps the finest expression of the philosophy that respect for the land will result in exceptional wines.
Visit our website at bonterra.com
BRAREN PAULI VINEYARDS
(Redwood Valley)
Join Larry Braren and Bill Pauli at Redwood Valley Cellars to taste a large selection of fine wines. Redwood Valley Cellars offers unique hand-crafted items for sale. Enjoy the beautiful gardens and picnic in a grove of Valley Oaks, Elms and Magnolias. Redwood Valley Cellars is 10 miles north of Ukiah on Highway 101.
Visit us at atasteofredwoodvalley.com/braren.htm
BRUTOCAO CELLARS
( Hopland)
Tasting, sales and gifts are all there for you at Brutocao Schoolhouse Plaza from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekends.
Visit our website at brutocaocellars.com
BURFORD & BROWN WINES
Peter Burford, a graduate of Roseworthy Agricultural College in Australia, has held top winemaking jobs for more than twenty years around the world. In 2001 he and Adam Brown of Alexander Valley Vineyards established Burford and Brown Wines.
Visit our website at burfordandbrown.com
CHAIRITO VINEYARD
This vineyard evolved as an extension of John's farming, gardening, and making prosciutto, bread and wine. He was encouraged by his family and other influential figures he met along the way, including Larry Pacini, Irece Anzilotti and his dad, Americo.
Visit our website at chiaritovineyard.com
CLAUDIA SPRINGS WINERY
(Philo)
Claudia Springs winery, in Mendocino County's beautiful Anderson Valley, is a family owned micro-winery. They produce small runs of premium Zinfandel, Pinot Noir, Petite Sirah, Pinot Gris and Viognier.
Visit our website at claudiasprings.com
COLE BAILEY WINERY and VINEYARDS
(Redwood Valley)
Cole Bailey produces Sauvignon Blanc and estate-grown Cabernet Sauvignon. With the first sip it’s obvious that the Cabernet, Syrah and Sauvignon Blanc “Sesquipedalian” are big mouthfuls.
Visit us at colebailey.com
DUNCAN PEAK VINEYARDS
(Hopland)
For more than twenty-five years Duncan Peak Vineyards has specialized in growing Cabernet Sauvignon and Petite Sirah grapes while producing excellent wines with those grapes.
Visit us at duncanpeak.com
EAGLEPOINT RANCH WINERY
Eaglepoint Ranch combines the efforts of sparkling-wine expert and chocolate-maker John Scharffenberger and viticulturist Casey Hartlip. They have produced some of California's finest red wines using grapes grown exclusively on the Scharffenberger family's Eaglepoint Ranch.
Visit our website at http://eaglepointranch.com
ELIZABETH VINEYARDS
(Redwood Valley)
Vineyards, grapes, and wines are all intertwined with the generations of Elizabeth's family. They have lived and farmed on their beautiful vineyards are in northern California's Mendocino County. Grapes have been growing there since 1925.
Visit our website at atasteofredwoodvalley.com/elizabeth.htm
ELKE VINEYARDS
(Anderson Valley & Napa)
Most of Mary Elke's wines originate at Anderson Valley's Donnelly Creek vineyard, a beautiful 80-acre area along the confluence of Donnelly and Anderson creeks, east of Boonville.
Visit us at elkevineyards.com
ESTERLINA VINEYARDS & WINERY
(Philo)
This family-owned, California boutique winery is nestled in the highlands above Philo, near the Mendocino County Coast. It produces a variety of fine wines in small quantities from grapes grown primarily in the family's own vineyards.
Visit our website at esterlinavineyards.com
FETZER VINEYARDS
(Mendocino & Hopland)
Valley Oaks is the home of Fetzer, where the vineyards are farmed organically. You'll find a sense of renewal with a visit to Valley Oaks and with a taste of these wines.
Visit us at fetzer.com
FIFE VINEYARDS
(Redwood Valley). The Fife Vineyards winery and vineyards sit on the southern slope of the Redwood Valley appellation. Italian immigrants planted red grapes there that have flourished to this day. Our tasting room receives visitors every day of the week from 10am to 5pm.
Visit us at fifevineyards.com
FREY VINEYARDS
(Redwood Valley)
This organic winery hopes its recent introduction of Biodynamic® grape growing methods will be a part of a growing movement in agriculture. This benefits our taste buds, our planet, and the children of our children's children.
Visit our website at freywine.com
GERMAIN-ROBIN
(Ukiah)
Robb Report's expert panel named the Select Barrel XO brandy the world's "Best Liquor". It's made with 19th-century hand methods and an antique cognac still, based on much better grapes than anyone in Cognac ever dreamed of.
Visit us at germain-robin.com
GIUSEPPE WINES
(Redwood Valley)
Giuseppe Rovera arrived in Mendocino County from Italy in 1906. He soon planted some of the first grapes in the area, and his family has continuously raised quality grapes in Calpella and Redwood Valley ever since, keeping his tradition and heritage alive.
Visit our site at http://giuseppewines.com/
GOLDENEYE WINERY
(Philo)
Goldeneye began making premium quality, cool climate Pinot Noir from its estate winery in the Anderson Valley in 1997. Blending grapes from four estate vineyards planted to 23 clones of Pinot Noir on 11 different rootstocks, Goldeneye is dedicated to crafting wines of refinement and elegance from a rich palette of terroir-inspired fruit.
Visit our website at goldeneyewinery.com
GRAZIANO FAMILY OF WINES
(Hopland) A wide variety of award winning wines pair perfectly with favorite recipes.
Visit them online at www.grazianofamilyofwines.com
GREENWOOD RIDGE VINEYARDS
(Philo)
These grapes are grown 1400 feet above sea level on the coastal Mendocino County ridge top. This elevation avoids the fog and frost so they can grow to full maturity. Visit the tasting room to enjoy unique architecture and wines.
Visit us at greenwoodridge.com
HANDLEY CELLARS
(Philo)
This tasting room as a unique collection of international folk art and delicious wines. Open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. May through October, and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. November through April.
Visit our website at handleycellars.com
HARMONIQUE FLOODGATE
(Philo)
This vineyard includes fruit from 29-year old vines along with fruit from the 8-year old Klindt Vineyard They handle the grapes gently and get an elegant, complex, exciting result. Tasting from 11 - 5 Friday - Sunday.
www.harmoniquewine.com
HUSCH VINEYARDS
(Philo)
This is the oldest winery in the Anderson Valley appellation of Mendocino County. 18 different wines to are available with tasting daily 10 a.m. to 5 p,m. in the winter, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the summer.
Visit our website at huschvineyards.com
JEPSON VINEYARDS
(Ukiah)
This is the only producer of estate still wines, champagnes and brandies in North America, each perfectly crafted to represent its estate heritage and origin.
Visit us at jepsonwine.com
JERIKO ESTATE
(Hopland)
Open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with hand-crafted, distinguished estate wines and tours of the organic vineyards. One mile north of Hopland along Highway 101 in Mendocino County, California.
Visit our website at jerikoestate.com
LAZY CREEK VINEYARDS
(Philo)
Tasting is by appointment or if gate is open, come on in.
Visit online at www.lazycreekvineyards.com
LE VIN WINERY
(Mendocino)
The Le Vin Estate Winery & Vineyards Gold-medal, prize-winning Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, and Merlot, plus Extra Virgin Late Harvest Estate Olive Oil. Producing about 2,000 cases of excellent wines per year. Tasting daily: 10-8.
Visit online: www.levinvineyards.com
LOLONIS WINERY
(Redwood Valley)
More than 80 years ago, the first Lolonis vineyards were planted benchlands of Redwood Valley. They continue to nurture heritage vines using gentle organic methods adopted in the 1950s. No pesticides are needed or used in this viticultural practice.
Visit our website at atasteofredwoodvalley.com/lolonis.htm
LONDER VINEYARDS
(Philo)
About 15 acres of Pinot Noir is planted here using five different clones. Also an acre of Gewurztraminer. The Navarro River forms our southern boundary and brings the fog right up to our door. Grapes are joined here by strawberries, olives, plums, figs, tomatoes, a variety of leafy vegetables, lavender and raspberries.
visit online: www.londervineyards.com
MASUT VINEYARDS & RANCH
(Covelo & Redwood Valley)
Organic farms of over 8200 acres in Mendocino County. Award-winning wines, the highest quality organic beef and a legendary game reserve.
Visit us at masut.com
MCDOWELL VALLEY VINEYARDS
(Hopland)
In the Mayacamas Mountains of southeastern Mendocino County, established in 1970. This vineyard has one of the longest records of continuous wine grape production in California. Open weekdays 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and weekends 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Visit our website at mcdowellsyrah.com
MCFADDEN FARM AND VINEYARDS
(Potter Valley)
McFadden Farm grows and sells a wide variety of speciality foods. Potter Valley lies on the edge of the Mendocino National Forest and the headwaters of the Russian River. Tasing, sales, gifts: 10-5 daily.
Visit online: www.mcfaddenfarm.com
MCNAB RIDGE WINERY
(Hopland)
The tasting room is open year-round, seven days a week from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Founded by John Parducci, now operated by grandson Rich Parducci, in the style made famous by John: complex, approachable, and enjoyable to drink. "...wine that gets people to ask for a second glass,"
Visit our website at mcnabridge.com
MENDOCINO HILL ESTATE WINERY
(Ukiah)
The charm and peacefulness of Mendocino County is here. Visit the Event Center and vineyards, overlooking the picturesque Russian River on a private 265-acre ranch.
Visit us at mendocinohill.com
MENDOCINO WINE COMPANY and PARDUCCI WINERY
(Ukiah)
Paul Dolan,with Tom, Tim, and Tommy Thornhill Jr. created Mendocino Wine Company, which acquired Parducci Wine Cellars and is developing several new brands and wines. Tasting room is open seven days a week 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Visit us at parducci.com
MILANO WINERY
(Hopland)
Located in an original, old Hop Kiln. on Hwy. 101 near the Russian River just south of Hopland in Southern Mendocino County. Selecting the finest grapes from local vineyards, producing hand crafted, limited bottlings of Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Zinfandel, Carignane, Charbono, Valdiguie, and Port.
Tasting: 10-5 daily
Visit our website at milanowinery.com
NAUGHTY BOY VINEYARDS
(Potter Valley)
A small vineyard dedicated to the production of a world-class Pinot with farming practices that are sustainable and organic.
Visit online at: www.naughtyboyvineyards.com
NAVARRO VINEYARDS
(Philo)
This family has been growing grapes, making wine and producing non-alcoholic grape juices in the Anderson Valley, coastal Mendocino county since 1974. You probably will not find the wine in your local store. The majority of the production is sold directly.
Visit us at navarrowine.com
NELSON FAMILY VINEYARDS
(Ukiah)
We offer a variety of fine wines that have been produced in ultra small batches with the tender love and care that can only be found at a family owned micro winery. Tasting: 11:30-4:30 winter,10-5 summer.
Visit online: www.nelsonfamilyvineyards.com
ORACLE OAKS WINERY
(Redwod Valley)
Zin, Syrah, Merlot, Valdiguie, Port, Cabernet, Petite Sirah, Wristler Red, Wrestler White and Classic Crimson.
Visit online: www.oracleoakswinery.com
OSTER WINE CELLARS
(Redwood Valley)
A small family winery established in 2002 by Teresa and Ken Oster. Specializing in Cabernet Sauvignon, producing approximately 500 cases annually, from our estate grown, certified organic vineyards in Redwood Valley, CA.
Visit online: www.osterwine.com
PACIFIC STAR WINERY
(Fort Bragg)
Come to our incredible tasting room by the sea and sample our award winning selection of wines while the ocean waves crash nearby!
Visit our website at pacificstarwinery.com
PATIANNA ORGANIC VINEYARDS
(Hopland)
Patti Fetzer produces this wine from her Patianna Organic Vineyard, 126-acres, alongside the Russian River in Mendocino County. Patianna’s inspiration combines the tenets of biodynamic farming and the traditions of the Fetzer family.
Visit online: www.patianna.com
PHILO RIDGE VINEYARDS
(Philo)
Offering Anderson Valley Pinot Noir, Syrah from Sonoma and Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel and Chardonnay. Call us for a private tour of the winery on weekends.
Visit online: www.philoridge.com
RAYE'S HILL VINEYARD & WINERY
(Philo)
Founded on the vision of a small Burgundian family winery, they have formed bonds with growers dedicated to producing fruit of the highest quality. Currently producing 1000 cases of Anderson Valley Pinot Noir a year.
Visit our website at rayeshill.com
REDWOOD VALLEY CELLARS
(Redwood Valley)
Featuring Barra of Mendocino and Braren Pauli Winery. Spectacular setting, fine wines, friendly and knowledgeable staff. Bring a picnic lunch and relax in the beautiful gardens. Tasting room open daily 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Visit our website at redwoodvalleycellars.com
ROEDERER ESTATE
(Philo)
The first California sparkling wine produced by Champagne Louis Roederer, building on a 200-year tradition of winemaking from this family owned company. Roederer's unique style is based on two elements: complete ownership of its vineyards and the addition of oak-aged reserve wines to each year's blend or cuvée.
Visit us at roedererestate.com
SARACINA
(Hopland)
A 600-acre bio-diverse property encompassing three ranches. With 300 acres in vineyards, this is a small-production, state-of-the-art winery open to wine club members and guests by appointment.
Visit online: www.saracina.com
SCHARFFENBERGER CELLARS
(Philo)
Originally founded by John Scharffenberger, the company has gone through many changes. Now the name and quality of the wine have been restored under the new management of Maisons Marques & Domaines. Tasting: 11-5 daily
visit online: www.scharffenbergercellars.com
SILVERSMITH VINEYARDS
(Redwood Valley)
At the base of the Redwood Valley foothills, producing Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Chardonnay. This wine reflects the commitment to craftsmanship and quality begun by the Old Silversmith generations ago. Tasting room open every Saturday and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Visit us at silversmithvineyards.com
STANDISH WINE COMPANY
(Philo)
Tasting; 10:30-4:30 daily
TIERRA
(Ukiah)
Hours vary per season.
www.artgardenwine.com
TOPEL WINERY
(Hopland)
Located in the Sanel Valley, in southernmost Mendocino County. Rustic and secluded, the mountain is a haven for hawks and harriers. Artists are inspired by its sweeping vistas.
Visit online www.topelwines.com
TOULOUSE VINEYARDS & WINERY
(Philo)
Growing the highest quality grapes using sustainable farming practices to produce the finest Pinot Noir combining the fun and passion of winemaking. Fruit growers Vern and Maxine Boltz have evolved into award-winning wine producers. Tasting: 11-5 daily.
Visit online: www.toulousevineyards.com
TRUST WINERY
(Hopland)
A small family owned winery, crafting wines to showcase the grapes and their vineyard provenance, allowing for the subtle nuances of the appellation to shine through.
Visit online: www.trustwine.com
WEIBEL WINERY
(Hopland)
For four generations, the Weibel Family has been producing premium wine, Green Hungarian, for over 75 years, first in their native Switzerland, and then since 1939 in California. Classic, old-world winemaking techniques and traditions combine with a personal commitment to quality.
Visit online: www.weibel.com
ZINA HYDE CUNNINGHAM
(Boonville)
In Mendocino County in 1865, Zina Hyde Cunningham began producing the best wines from his vineyards. This legacy lives on in one of the most beautifully designed old buildings in all of Mendocino County. Our wine tasting room is located in downtown Boonville, Tasting daily: 10-5.
Visit online: www.zinawinery.com
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