Winery

  

WINERY

Built in 1998 in the Spanish Mission style, the Santa Pietra Winery features oversized wood doors, a dramatic belltower, and an authentic bell custom forged for the winery. The magnificent building is surrounded by rolling hills and picturesque vineyards that offer a spectactular view, especially from the second-floor tasting room. In spite of the traditional exterior, the winery contains state-of-the-art technology and was designed by our winemaker, Alessio Carli, to facilitate production of exceptional quality wines. In addition, the winery contains an olive oil pressing room with an Italian Pieralisi press.
 

Proprietors: Cortlandt (Cort), Phyllis and John Blackburn
Winemaker: Alessio Carli
Established: 1989
Appellation: Cienega Valley
Planted Vineyard: 150 acres
Grape Varieties: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese, Pinot Noir, Zinfandel, Dolcetto, Chardonnay and Pinot Grigio
Oldest Planting: Zinfandel from 1905
Planted Olive Grove: 30 acres with 5000 trees
Olive Varieties: Leccino, Frantoio, Itrana, Pendolino and Coratina
Winery: 12000 square feet, completed in 2000
Cooperage: 2200 French and American oak barrels
Tasting Room: Open for complimentary tasting Monday through Friday 11:00 am to 4:00 pm and weekends 11:00 am to 5:00 pm
Tours: Available by appointment at 831-636-1991