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McIntyre Vineyards

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McIntyre Estate Vineyard

Est. 1973

The McIntyre Estate Vineyard lies in the “sweet spot” of Monterey County’s Santa Lucia Highlands AVA, a 12-mile stretch of benchland renowned for producing wines of character and complexity. Originally planted in 1973, the 80-acre site (60 acres planted) boasts some of the Highlands’ oldest Pinot Noir and Chardonnay vines. Proprietor Steve McIntyre is one of the most knowledgeable viticulturists in California. As owner/operator of Monterey Pacific, he farms 12,000 acres in Monterey County. The McIntyre Estate Vineyard was among the first properties in the Santa Lucia Highlands to be SIP (Sustainability In Practice) Certified.

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Vineyard Profile

By the Numbers

  • 01Planted1973
  • 02Total Acres60
  • 03Soil TypeChualar sandy loam

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Varietals

ChardonnayPinot NoirOther

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SIP CertifiedSustainableEstate
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