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71 vines in Woodside. 100% Pinot Noir Flanked by fig trees and facing fruit trees and vegetables, this patch of vines graces the slope between the house and driveway.
Arastradero Vineyard
612 vines in Los Altos Hills planted in 1997. 100% Cabernet Sauvignon Enjoyed by equestrians and pedestrians alike, this vineyard consistently yields an abundance of picture perfect fruit. Arastradero grapes are present in the 2003 FOV Old Root Red Cabernet Sauvignon and 2004 FOV Old Root Red Cabernet Sauvignon.
532 vines in Woodside planted in 2006. 100% Pinot Noir Encircled by flowers, trees, and lawns, the vines inhabit the front corner of this majestic property.
120 vines in
67% Chardonnay, 33% Cabernet Sauvignon This vineyard, located in a lovely community high atop the mountains overlooking San Jose, is enjoyed by passersby. The owner processes his grapes in his magnificently equipped cellar.
Bizoumis Family Vineyards
1471 vines in Rolling Hills planted in 2007 through 2010. 61% Chardonnay, 39% Pinot Noir These vines are planted adjacent to a magnificent organic farm. Wines from Bizoumis Family Vineyards are marketed commercially under the Villa Oneiro label.
88 vines in
80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, 5% Cabernet franc, and 5% Petite Verdot Intense all-day sunshine ripens the grapes to their fullest in this prolific vineyard. Bonham Ranch grapes can be found in Family of Vineyards wines as well as a private Bonham Ranch label. Bonham Ranch grapes are in the 2003 FOV Old Root Red Cabernet Sauvignon and 2004 FOV Old Root Red Cabernet Sauvignon as well as a private Bonham Ranch label.
25 vines in
70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot Here you can swing peacefully between the rose garden and the vineyard. Butera wine is produced and bottled by the vineyard owner.
200 vines in Los Altos Hills planted in 1988. 88% Chardonnay 12% Merlot Rising up the hillside, this backyard vineyard provides the perfect backdrop to accentuate the Campi’s lovely home. Campi Vineyard fruit is processed by Page Mill Winery.
334 vines in
64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Merlot, 5% Cabernet franc Upright rows of vines in both the front and back yards surround this majestic home with walls of green. The proprietor’s fastidious care is reflected in both his vineyard and his privately labeled wine.
148 vines in Los Altos Hills planted in 1994. 100% Merlot Perennially the best producer among our Family of Vineyards and never a sacrifice in quality. Chateau Côté fruit is processed by Page Mill Winery. Clos de Dow
177 vines in Atherton planted in 2000. 100% Syrah The vines on this lovely estate produce full bodied wines with lingering finishes. In addition to a Family of Vineyards offering, Clos de Dow fruit is available under the Syrahendipity label.
161 vines in Monte Sereno planted in 2009. 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Merlot, 1% Cabernet franc 65% Pinot noir The proprietor carefully tends the developing vines, roses, and beautiful ground cover gracing his front yard. He awaits the opportunity to produce his first vintage.
14 vines in Monte Sereno planted in 2006. 72% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Merlot, 7% Cabernet franc Although it’s the smallest of our Family of Vineyards, these vines yield a prodigious crop of quality fruit. Dhore Vineyard wine is bottled under the private Madira label.
75 vines in Monte Sereno planted in 2002. 100% Zinfandel This gorgeous front yard vineyard is perfectly maintained by the owner. Ferrari Vineyard fruit is produced and bottled by the proprietor.
Fawn Creek Vineyard
320 vines in Los Altos Hills planted in 1995. 53% Chardonnay 47% Merlot 16 exotic table grapes Rocky, well-drained soil and full sun concentrate fruity flavors and intensify color. Fawn Creek Vineyard fruit contributes to the 2002 FOV Old Root Red Cabernet Sauvignon, 2004 FOV Old Root Merlot and 2006 FOV Old Root Chardonnay. Foreball Estates
67 vines in Woodside planted in 1994 100% Pinot noir Carved out of the adjacent forest, fruit from this lofty vineyard is incorporated in a private estate wine, Foreball Reserve.
95 vines in
33% Chardonnay, 34% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Merlot These uniquely trained vines are planted amidst lovely rock and wood walls. Garsha wine is produced under a private label. Gillilan Vineyard
30 vines in Monte Sereno planted in 2003. 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, 10% Cabernet franc, 10% Petite Verdot These terraced rows are punctuated with fabulous rock walls and fragrant rosemary.
The owner
processes his grapes into an estate
Great Oak Vineyards
169 vines in Los Altos Hills planted in 1997. 74% Cabernet Sauvignon, 26% Merlot A beautiful vineyard against a backdrop of majestic oaks. Great Oak Vineyards grapes contribute to the 2002 FOV Old Root Red Cabernet Sauvignon.
1186 vines in Murietta planted in 2010. 68% unique blend consisting of 29% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Cabernet franc, 10% Malbec, 9% Petite Verdot, 9% Carmenere, 9% Tannat, 4% Nebiollo 32% Chardonnay These young Southern California vineyards are surrounded by rock walls, sculptures, ponds and palm trees.. Grapes from these vineyards are destined to be bottled under the Hall ‘n Oaks label. Hillslope Vineyard
204 vines in Los Altos Hills planted in 1999.
51%
43% Chardonnay 6% exotic table grapes Surrounding eucalyptus trees impart a unique minty quality. Hillslope Vineyard grapes are a component of the 2002 FOV Old Root Red Cabernet Sauvignon.
89 vines in Los Altos Hills planted in 2004. 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Merlot, 8% Cabernet franc Gracing the hill in the far corner of the property, the vines provide a lovely view from the house and the pool. Wine from Jarvis Vineyard carries the artistic Tre Sole label.
Jasper Ridge Vineyard
150 vines in
48% Chardonnay 52% Pinot noir Ideal slope and exposure produce grapes of the highest quality. Jasper Ridge Vineyard grapes are processed at Salamandre Wine Cellars.
179 vines in Woodside planted in 1976. 100% Cabernet Sauvignon Flanked by horses and fruit trees, these old vines bear dark, complex grapes. Keenan Vineyard fruit is processed by Woodside Winery.
71 vines in Los Altos Hills planted in 2002. 100% Merlot 5 exotic table grapes The energetic vines in this backyard vineyard produce an abundance of ruby red grapes. Wine from Lai Vineyard fruit is bottled under the private Lai Vineyard label.
La Paloma Vineyard
98 vines in Los Altos Hills planted in 1998. 81% Merlot, 13% Cabernet Franc, 6% Petite Verdot Perfect conditions come together to produce wonderfully fruity wines. La Paloma Vineyard grapes are blended in the 2002 FOV Old Root Red Cabernet Sauvignon and 2004 FOV Old Root Red Merlot. Lionshead Estates
578 vines in Los Altos Hills planted in 2001. 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc Although bordered by oaks and eucalyptus, this rolling hillside gets all the sun it needs to produce dark colors and rich flavors. Lionshead Estates grapes are part of the 2004 FOV Old Root Red Cabernet Sauvignon and are also bottled under a Lionshead Estates label.
113 vines in Los Altos Hills planted in 1994. 100% Chardonnay Flanked by pink roses and surrounded by green hedges, the abundant golden clusters at harvest add to an array of colors.
Los Trancos Vineyard
Oldest vineyard in
294 Cabernet Sauvignon transplanted in 1961 due to Highway 280 construction. An additional 218 Cabernet Sauvignon, 85 Merlot, 54 Cabernet Franc, and 22 Petite Verdot planted in 1990. A member of our Family of Vineyards since 1988. Fog licking at the heels of this sunny vineyard results in potent, complex flavors and aromas that last for many years. The original winemaker was laid to rest where his spirit oversees every vintage of this heavenly wine. Fruit from Los Trancos Vineyard is a component of the 2002 FOV Old Root Red Cabernet Sauvignon, 2003 FOV Old Root Red Cabernet Sauvignon, 2004 FOV Old Root Red Cabernet Sauvignon, and 2004 FOV Old Root Red Merlot.
71 vines in
58% Pinot noir 42% Sauvignon blanc
A lovely Greek style home
overlooks this verdant vineyard nestled in the hills above
The premiere vintage will be private estate wines. Mikada
61 vines in
40% Pinot noir 30% Sauvignon blanc 30% Merlot The diverse plantings in this compact vineyard produce small lots of high quality fruit. All three varietals are skillfully crafted by the proprietors and bottled under their elegant private label.
Molly's Vineyard
126 vines in Los Altos Hills planted in 1989. 83% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Franc The proprietor of Molly’s Vineyard produces his own private label wine in his beautiful wine cellar.
202 vines on the summit of
the
51% Cabernet Sauvignon 49% Chardonnay 12 exotic table grapes An especially long growing season due to cool ocean breezes makes for superb quality.
as well as the 2006 FOV Old Root Chardonnay.
182 vines in
100% Pinot Noir
This split-level vineyard,
carved out of the forest, is situated high atop the summit overlooking the
Parker Vineyard wine is processed by the owner. Peacock Court Vineyard
934 vines on the Montebello
Ridge above
659 Merlot planted in 1995. An additional 241 Cabernet Sauvignon, 12 Cabernet Franc, and 18 Petite Verdot planted in 2004. Peacocks strutting down the rows and nesting among the flowers add to the ambiance of this picturesque mountain vineyard. Peacock Court Vineyards fruit is aging in cellared Family of Vineyards wines.
138 vines in Portola Valley planted in 2001. 78% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Franc A stroll on the path circling the vineyard, surrounded by flowers, vines, fruit trees, and tall native evergreens, is the perfect way to end the day. Peak Lane wine is vinified on-site. Ragavan Vineyard
65 vines in
100% Cabernet Sauvignon A rainbow of colors and heady fragrances grace this lovely vineyard. Ragavan Vineyard fruit is bottled under a private label with the same name.
181 vines in Los Altos Hills planted in 1991. 46% Chardonnay 41% Merlot 13% Cabernet Franc Meticulous attention by the proprietors to both the vines and wines produce stellar results every year. Rene’s Vineyard grapes are in future releases of Family of Vineyards wines as well as in the private estate Belle Epoque label.
88 vines in Hillsborough planted in 2002. 100% Merlot Robin Road Vineyards affords diverse views of the surrounding forested mountain, the San Francisco Bay, and beautiful ornamental landscaping. Robin Road Vineyards grapes are in unreleased Family of Vineyards blends.
42 vines in Saratoga planted in 2003. 100% Merlot Tucked away at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, this small planting yields an abundance of tasty fruit thanks to the fertile valley soil. Saratoga Creek Vineyard grapes are in future Family of Vineyards releases and are also bottled under a private label. Seahorse Vineyards
42 vines in Los Gatos planted in 2006. 79% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Merlot, 9% Cabernet Franc Assorted table grapes The Monterey Bay is a backdrop for this vineyard situated high atop the summit of the Santa Cruz Mountains. The first vintage will be bottled under a private label.
188 vines in Portola Valley planted in 1994. 72% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot, 6% Petite Verdot, 5% Cabernet Franc, 2% Malbec This wonderful blend is produced and bottled by the proprietor under his colorful private Grapeful Red label.
38 vines in San Jose planted in 2008. 100% Zinfandel 6 table grapes This small but prolific vineyard provides a beautiful backdrop for passing golfers. The owner competently plays the roll of both viticulturist and enologist.
44 vines in
100% Cabernet Sauvignon Each majestic vine is lovingly tended by the owner. The wine is processed in-house and bottled under the humorous Whitlus Manor label.
135 vines in
65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Merlot, 14% Malbec Brick paths and rows of dark green vines traverse the hill adjacent to the house. Z & J Vineyard grapes are vinified in the private estate winery of the same name.
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