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At 2,000 feet of elevation on the western slope of the rugged Santa Cruz Mountains lies the spectacular 95-acre estate of the Byington family, home of their Italian-style chateau winery and vineyard operation.
The gray stone Italianate villa is surrounded by redwood forests, lush gardens, manicured lawns, and offers extensive mountain and ocean views. The ivy-covered walls, along with the red-tiled roof and multiple dormers, give the appearance of a luxurious inn. There is a second-floor terrace and event rooms that host corporate functions, weddings, dinners and banquets.
The handsome tasting room has heavy beamed ceilings, a rock-walled fireplace, tile floors, and a long comfortable tasting bar. In the back are windows that look in on the winery operation. With an appointment you can take the VIP tour and tasting ($10 per person, 10 person minimum) and visit their underground wine caves. Outside there are picnic and BBQ areas, grassy lawns and the opportunity for a game of bocce ball.
The estate vineyard is planted to Pinot Noir, which, along with their
Bordeaux-style blend, “Alliage,” is their signature wine. Their French-trained winemaker strives for wines that truly represent the grapes’ appellation. He believes a proper texture – or mouth feel – is critical to a wine’s enjoyment. He sources grapes from Santa Cruz Mountain vineyards but also selects fruit from warmer vineyards in Paso Robles and Sonoma. The winery produces Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, a dry Rose, Chardonnay and a Sauvignon Blanc- Viognier blend.
Winery Information
Hours: Open daily 11 to 5pmFees: $12 Per tasting | Fee is refunded with a purchase of two bottles.
Price Range: $18 to $50 per bottle
Established: 1990
Vineyards: 8 acres
Production: 10,000 cases
Discounts: 10% case discount
Tour Info: $25 Winery tour | $12 refunded with purchase of two bottles.
Unique Amenities: Wine Caves
Amenities
- Barrel Sampling
- Catering
- Event Space
- Food Available
- Gift Shop
- Guest House/B&B
- Picnic Sites
- Private Tasting
- Tours Available
- Wine Caves
- Wine Education Seminars
Ambiances
- Country Charm
- Dog Friendly
- Family Run
- Hip & Stylish
- Kid Friendly
- Off the Beaten Path
- Resort Like
Wine Types
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Pinot Noir
- Syrah
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