Our grapes come from 32 acres of grapes in four different locations in the Temecula Valley.

MOTHER'S  VINEYARD

The first acre of Mother’s Vineyard was planted by our family on Mother’s Day in 1982. Expanded in 1983, it now comprises six and one-half acres, all planted to the Riesling variety. The soil is decomposed granite, and the southeast facing hillside site creates an early ripening environment which produces grapes of high natural acidity. The grapes have the classic apricot flavor prized in Riesling.

Berenda Vineyard

Planted primarily to Bordeaux varieties, Cabernet Sauvignon (six acres), Cabernet Franc (two and one-half acres), Merlot (two acres), Sauvignon Blanc (two and on-half acres) and Semillon (one acre), this vineyard was planted in the mid 70’s and purchased by us in 1994. In 2005, one and one-half acres of Malbec and two and one-half acres of Sangiovese were planted.  While still classed as relatively poor soil, it tends to be somewhat richer than Mother’s Vineyard, and especially suitable for these varieties.

La Serena Vineyard

Comprised of one and one-half acres of Cabernet Sauvignon and two acres of Sauvignon Blanc, these grapevines are the ones you see at the visitor center. Grown on sandy/clay soil, they produce wines with exceptionally fruity varietal aromas.

Los Amantes Vineyard

Planted by our son and daughter-in-law, Chris and Kim, this vineyard has two acres of Chardonnay and two acres of Muscat Blanc. The soil is decomposed granite and well-drained, producing grapes with intense varietal aroma.