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Anderson Vineyard Foreball Estates Mikada
Arastradero Vineyard Garsha Vineyard Molly's Vineyard
Baldwin Vineyard Gillilan Vineyard Mt. Bache Vineyard
Bentley Ridge Vineyard Great Oak Vineyard Parker Vineyard
Bizoumis Family Vineyards Hall 'n Oaks Ranch Peacock Court Vineyard
Bonham Ranch Hillslope Vineyard Peak Lane Vineyard
Butera Vineyard Jarvis Vineyard Ragavan Vineyard
Campi Vineyard Jasper Ridge Vineyard Rene's Vineyard
Cantina Giacomo Keenan Vineyard Robin Road Vineyards
Chateau Cô Lai Vineyard Seahorse Vineyards
Clos de Dow La Paloma Vineyard Saratoga Creek Vineyard
Conroy Vineyard Lionshead Estates Strul Vineyard
Dhore Vineyard Los Altos Vineyard Ward Vineyard
Fawn Creek Vineyard Los Trancos Vineyard Whitlus Manor Vineyards
Ferrari Vineyard Marks Vineyard Z & J Vineyard

Anderson Vineyard

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.

Anderson fruit is bottled under a private label.

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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.

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Baldwin Vineyard

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.

Baldwin fruit is vinified by the owner.

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Bentley Ridge Vineyard

120 vines in San Jose planted in 2000.

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.

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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.

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Bonham Ranch

 

88 vines in Los Gatos planted in 1999.

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.

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Butera Vineyard

 

25 vines in San Jose planted in 2004.

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.

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Campi Vineyard

 

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.

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Cantina Giacomo

 

334 vines in Saratoga planted in 2006.

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.

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Chateau Cô

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.

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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.

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Conroy Vineyard

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. 

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Dhore Vineyard

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.

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Ferrari Vineyard

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.

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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.

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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.

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Garsha Vineyard

95 vines in Los Gatos planted in 1996.

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.

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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 Bordeaux blend.  

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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.

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Hall 'n Oaks Ranch

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.

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Hillslope Vineyard

 

204 vines in Los Altos Hills planted in 1999.

51% Bordeaux blend consisting of 74% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Merlot, 7% Cabernet franc, 5% Petite Verdot

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.

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Jarvis Vineyard

 

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.

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Jasper Ridge Vineyard

 

150 vines in Portola Valley planted in 1997.

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.

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Keenan Vineyard

 

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.

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Lai Vineyard

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.

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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.

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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.

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Los Altos Vineyard

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 Altos Vineyards grapes are a component of cellared Family of Vineyards Chardonnays as well as bottled under a private label.

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Los Trancos Vineyard

 

Oldest vineyard in Portola Valley with a total of 673 vines.

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.

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Marks Vineyard

 

 

71 vines in Los Gatos planted in 2007.

58% Pinot noir

42% Sauvignon blanc

A lovely Greek style home overlooks this verdant vineyard nestled in the hills above Los Gatos.

The premiere vintage will be private estate wines.

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Mikada

 

61 vines in Portola Valley planted in 2004.

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.

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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.

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Mt. Bache Vineyards

 

202 vines on the summit of the Santa Cruz Mountains, overlooking the Monterey Bay, planted in 1989.

 51% Cabernet Sauvignon

49% Chardonnay

12 exotic table grapes

An especially long growing season due to cool ocean breezes makes for superb quality.

Mt. Bache grapes contribute to the 2003 FOV Old Root Red Cabernet Sauvignon and 2004 FOV Old Root Red Cabernet Sauvignon

as well as the 2006 FOV Old Root Chardonnay.

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Parker Vineyard

182 vines in Los Gatos planted in 2006.

100% Pinot Noir

This split-level vineyard, carved out of the forest, is situated high atop the summit overlooking the Monterey Bay.

Parker Vineyard wine is processed by the owner.

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Peacock Court Vineyard

 

934 vines on the Montebello Ridge above Cupertino.

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.

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Peak Lane Vineyard

 

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. 

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Ragavan Vineyard

 

65 vines in Portola Valley planted in 2001.

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.

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Rene's Vineyard

 

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.

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Robin Road Vineyards

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.

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Saratoga Creek Vineyard

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.

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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. 

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Strul Vineyard

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.

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Ward Vineyard

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. 

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Whitlus Manor Vineyards

44 vines in Cupertino planted in 1996.

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.

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Z & J Vineyard

135 vines in Redwood City planted in 2005.

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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