Vineyard
Smith Vineyard
Est. 1974
This vineyard, first planted in 1974, boasts eastern exposure above the fog line for a long growing season. Originally planted to Cabernet Sauvignon, Smith was re-planted to Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. This warmer vineyard experiences less windy conditions than adjacent Doctor's Vineyard.
VINEYARD SPECIFICATIONS: Climate: Region I; cool and dry, with morning fog and windy afternoons during most of the growing season. Elevation: 590 to 1,280 feet above sea level Drainage: well-drained rocky sub-soils. Soil Types: formed from alluvial materials, predominately Chualar Loam, with pockets of Placentia Sandy Loam and Arroyo Seco Gravelly Sandy Loam.
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By the Numbers
- 01Planted1974
- 02Total Acres125.89
- 03Elevation590 to 1,280 feet
- 04Soil TypeAlluvial material, predominately Chualar Loam, with pockets of Placentia Sandy Loam and Arroyo Seco Gravelly Sandy Loam.
- 05ClonesCalera, 828, 113, 114, 115, 777, 667, 828, Mt. Eden, 2A, 459, 943, 96, 76, Mt. Eden, Pommard 5
Planted
Varietals
ChardonnayPinot Noir
Stewardship
Certifications
Sustainable
