Grower Andy Mitchell shows us around Lone Oak Vineyard in the Santa Lucia Highlands
Lone Oak Vineyard is in the northern portion of the Santa Lucia Highlands AVA. Wine grapes were first planted in this region in 1790 by Spanish missionaries. However, it wasn't until 1991 that the Santa Lucia Highlands was granted AVA status. The Lone Oak Vineyard is relatively close
to Monterey Bay, and the strong afternoon maritime breezes, along with morning fog, influence the wines toward a classically structured Pinot. Vineyards farther south in the region tend to produce wines that are ...
Vineyard Profile - Amber Ridge Welcome to the Russian River. Over 10,000 planted acres make up this appellation noted for coaxing something special out of cool climate varietals.
