The Vineyard

The ten-acre Carhartt Vineyard sits high on a mesa with maximum sun exposure and a soil structure that lends itself to the production of outstanding fruit. Planted in 1996, the vineyard is situated in the heart of the Santa Ynez Valley appellation (AVA), blessed with a climate that is particularly suited to Rhône and Bordeaux varietals. The cool mornings quickly move into hot, sunny days that remain warm until sundown. The growing season is long, often stretching into late November, which allows the grapes to fully ripen and achieve their optimal balance of sugars, acids and spicy flavors.

Main Carhartt Vineyard

Hover over the vineyard map to learn more about what grapes are grown in the main Carhartt Vineyard.

11 Oaks Vineyard

Hover over the vineyard map to learn more about what grapes are grown in the Carhartt 11 Oaks Vineyard. 11 Oaks Vineyard is a well known 2.5 acre vineyard just "a stones throw away" from Carhartt Vineyard. It was planted with the Fontodi and Isole E Olena Sangiovese clones brought in directly from Chianti in 1986. Because of the vineyard's unique design and its specific micro-climate, it has consistently produced excellent fruit and develops into outstanding wine. Salute!