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āāāFounded: Founded in 1987 by Hans Backoff and 4 of his friends
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Winery location: Winery is located in Valle de Guadalupe - northern end, abutting the steep slopes found at the end of the valley.
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Region and grape source: The estate has vineyards at the winery proper as well as vineyard sites in other sections of Valle de Guadalupe, and significant holdings in Valle de Santos Tomas and Valle die Ojos Negros.
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Annual production: 100,000 cases
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Number of wines made: 13
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Vineyard location, elevation and grape varieties: Vineyard sites in Valle de Guadalupe range from 950 to 1050 ft, Santo Tomas vineyards 900 ft and Valle de Ojos Negros 1,800 ft. Soils are all a mix of granite, clay and decomposed sandstone.
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Winemaker: Oscar Gaona - Mexican, lives in Valle de Guadalupe
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Other notes:
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First boutique winery in the region.
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Leader in innovation and technology in the valley.
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Their Sauvignon Blanc "ViƱa Kristel" appears on the prestigious wine list of the French Laundry.
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Click HERE to visit their website
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Wine Tech Sheets
- Limited Edition Cabernet Franc 2022
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